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 Voluminous Mascara - Blackest Black, Washable L'Oreal Paris Original Voluminous Mascara - Blackest Black, Washable #54 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#54
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate length
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Bold buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Moderate hold, minor smudging
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Good control, occasional clumping
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Light to moderate hold
Value
Excellent drugstore price
$8.99 for premium volume
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore volume builder

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