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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Maybelline Lash Sensational Firework Lengthening Mascara - Blackest Black, Washable Maybelline Lash Sensational Firework Lengthening Mascara - Blackest Black, Washable #40 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#40
Length
Moderate to strong
Strong separation and extension
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Light to moderate build
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Good with minor midday fade
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Curved wand, even application
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good throughout day
Value
Excellent drugstore price
$11.98 for drugstore length
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore lengthening mascara

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