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 Original Lengthening Mascara – Washable Carbon Black L'Oreal Telescopic Original Lengthening Mascara – Washable Carbon Black #152 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#152
Length
Moderate to strong
Strong separation, moderate extension
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Light to moderate buildable
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Moderate; holds well on normal lids
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Flexible bristle wand, good control
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Fades slightly by evening
Value
Excellent drugstore price
$11.97 at sale; strong drugstore value
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore lengthening mascara

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