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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CoverGirl Lash Blast Clean Volume Mascara, Vegan CoverGirl Lash Blast Clean Volume Mascara, Vegan #131 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#131
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate length
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Bold volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Smudge-proof with minor late-day fade
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Good control, occasional clumping
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Moderate hold through day
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Excellent drugstore value
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore volumizer for clean beauty seekers

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