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'Oréal Voluminous Original Mascara – Washable Black L'Oréal Voluminous Original Mascara – Washable Black #34 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#34
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate extension
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Good buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Some midday smudging
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Good control, flexible wand
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Moderate fade by evening
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Excellent price–payoff ratio
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore volumizer for the price

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