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 Monsieur Big Mascara - Travel Size, Black Lancôme Monsieur Big Mascara - Travel Size, Black #216 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#216
Length
Dramatic lash extension
Minimal—volume-focused formula
Volume
Bold buildable volume
Excellent—up to 12x volume claim
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Good wear, minor midday smudge
High—24-hour smudge-proof wear
Brush Quality
Precise conic fiber, even coat
Good—flexible, even-coating design
Curl Hold
Good hold through day
Moderate—formula holds definition
Value
$4.99 for premium payoff
Average—prestige price for travel size
Verdict
Best drugstore lengthening & volume mascara
Prestige volumizer with proven formula but limited by travel size

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