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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e.l.f. Lash 'N Roll Mascara - Pitch Black e.l.f. Lash 'N Roll Mascara - Pitch Black #198 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#198
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate-to-good separation
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Light-to-moderate buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Smudge- and flake-resistant formula
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Precision curved silicone design
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Excellent lift and curl retention
Value
Excellent drugstore price
$6.00 (14% off, $5.70 with Subscribe & Save)
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best affordable curl-and-lift mascara

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