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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Almay Multi-Benefit Mascara – Volumizing & Lengthening, Hypoallergenic Almay Multi-Benefit Mascara – Volumizing & Lengthening, Hypoallergenic #164 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#164
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate extension
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Good buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Moderate, some midday smudge
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Flexible, even application
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Moderate, fades by evening
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Excellent drugstore price
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best hypoallergenic drugstore volumizer

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