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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Maybelline Volum' Express The Rocket Mascara – Blackest Black, Washable Maybelline Volum' Express The Rocket Mascara – Blackest Black, Washable #62 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#62
Length
Dramatic lash extension
Moderate extension
Volume
Bold buildable volume
Dramatic 8X volume build
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Good wear, minor midday smudge
Some midday smudging
Brush Quality
Precise conic fiber, even coat
Precise, even coat with unique design
Curl Hold
Good hold through day
Moderate hold, fades by evening
Value
$4.99 for premium payoff
$8.98—excellent drugstore price
Verdict
Best drugstore lengthening & volume mascara
Best drugstore volumizing brush mascara

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