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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L'Oreal Lash Paradise Mascara - Washable Black L'Oreal Lash Paradise Mascara - Washable Black #30 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#30
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate with layering
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Bold buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
No smudging claimed
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Flexible, even application
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good through the day
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Excellent at ~$11
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore volumizing mascara

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