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 Volum' Express Falsies Waterproof Mascara - Very Black Maybelline Volum' Express Falsies Waterproof Mascara - Very Black #25 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#25
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate length with volume focus
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Bold buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Strong waterproof hold, minor fade by evening
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Curved design aids control, occasional clumping
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good initial lift, fades by late day
Value
Excellent drugstore price
$8.99 per mascara with 2-pack included
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best affordable waterproof volume

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