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! Mascara - Beyond Black, Volumizing Benefit They're Real! Mascara - Beyond Black, Volumizing #218 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#218
Length
Moderate to strong
Good separation and length
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Dramatic buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
All-day hold, minimal flaking
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Precise flexible wand, even application
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Strong lift and retention
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Prestige price, premium result
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Prestige volumizing classic with unmatched brush precision

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