The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Lengthening Mascaras, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Essence Lash Princess False Lash Mascara – Burgundy Essence Lash Princess False Lash Mascara – Burgundy #2 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Lancôme Hypnôse Buildable & Volumizing Mascara – Black Lancôme Hypnôse Buildable & Volumizing Mascara – Black #230 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#230
Length
Dramatic lash extension
Moderate-to-strong
Volume
Bold buildable volume
Strong buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Good wear, minor midday smudge
Good with minor late-day fading
Brush Quality
Precise conic fiber, even coat
Precise, flexible, even application
Curl Hold
Good hold through day
Good hold through day
Value
$4.99 for premium payoff
Prestige $32 price
Verdict
Best drugstore lengthening & volume mascara
Cult prestige volumizer with flexible precision brush

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