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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Maybelline The Falsies Lash Lift Waterproof Mascara Maybelline The Falsies Lash Lift Waterproof Mascara #63 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#63
Length
Moderate to strong
Strong length with fiber boost
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Dramatic buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Waterproof; may smudge on oily skin
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Double curved design controls well
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good lift; holds throughout day
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Strong payoff at ~$11
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore lash-lift effect

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