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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L'Oreal Paris Original Telescopic Mascara - Washable Black Brown L'Oreal Paris Original Telescopic Mascara - Washable Black Brown #174 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#174
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate-to-strong lash extension
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Light buildup, separating focus
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Moderate; fades by midday on oily lids
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Precise telescopic wand, even application
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Light curl, fades by evening
Value
Excellent drugstore price
$11.97 drugstore price
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore lengthening mascara

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