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 They're Real Beyond Mascara — Volumizing Black Benefit They're Real Beyond Mascara — Volumizing Black #234 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#234
Length
Moderate to strong
Strong lash extension
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Bold, buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
All-day smudge-proof
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Iconic curved wand, even coat
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good sustained lift
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Prestige pricing, justified formula
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Prestige volumizer with proven formula and iconic application wand

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