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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Benefit Roller Lash Curling Mascara (Black) - Deluxe Mini Benefit Roller Lash Curling Mascara (Black) - Deluxe Mini #239 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#239
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate to good
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Buildable, light to moderate
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Smudge-proof all day
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Precise curved wand, even application
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Excellent all-day lift and curl
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Prestige price; mini size limits value
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
The prestige curl-and-lift specialist

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