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 Telescopic Mascara in Black Brown — Lengthening Washable L'Oreal Telescopic Mascara in Black Brown — Lengthening Washable #162 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#162
Length
Moderate to strong
Strong extension
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Light to moderate
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Good hold, minor fade
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Excellent separation control
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Moderate fade by evening
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Excellent drugstore value
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore lengthening mascara

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