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 Sculpted Volume Mascara — Black Essence Lash Princess Sculpted Volume Mascara — Black #3 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Maybelline Great Lash BIG Washable Mascara - Blackest Black (Pack of 2) Maybelline Great Lash BIG Washable Mascara - Blackest Black (Pack of 2) #104 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#104
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate lengthening with buildable coats
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Good buildable volume, no clumping
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Washes off easily; some midday smudge on oily lids
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Soft comb wand; good control, occasional clumping
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Light hold; fades by evening
Value
Excellent drugstore price
$13.64 for two mascaras; excellent drugstore price
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore volume builder

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