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 XTNDR Mascara – Tubing, Vegan, Soft Black e.l.f. Lash XTNDR Mascara – Tubing, Vegan, Soft Black #44 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#44
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate to strong
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Light to moderate
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Very good, flake-free formula
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Precision separation wand
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good through day
Value
Excellent drugstore price
$7 (excellent drugstore price)
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Affordable lash-extension mimic mascara

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