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 Volume Mascara – Black Brown COVERGIRL Lash Blast Volume Mascara – Black Brown #101 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#101
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate; some extension
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Bold, buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Good; minor midday smudging
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 at $8.81
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore volume mascara

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