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 The Falsies Waterproof Mascara - Very Black Maybelline Volum' Express The Falsies Waterproof Mascara - Very Black #24 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#24
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate lengthening
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Bold, buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Minor smudging by evening
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Spoon brush provides good control
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good hold through day
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Excellent drugstore value
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore volumizing & separating mascara

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