In search of the top mascara? There is a formula that can perform all of the aforementioned things, as well as darkening, lifting, lengthening, and curling. We’ve compiled a selection of tried-and-true mascaras here, from high-end brands to budget options, that our editors use on their own lashes. See our favorites and learn why we adore them by reading on.
1 Beneficial Cosmetics Mascara with Roller Lash Curling & Lifting
Are you curious about the origin of the word Roller Lash? It was influenced by vintage hair rollers from the ’60s and ’80s! Provitamin B-5 and serine are included in this mascara to nourish lashes while enhancing their length and curl.
Even though I adore every Benefit mascara, this one is the only one that I never take out of my cosmetic bag. Although the company’s Bad Gal and They’re Real! mascaras are also fantastic, Roller Lash remains my go-to mascara since it doesn’t clump, lengthens my lashes nearly beyond recognition, and most importantly, it doesn’t dry out, which is my main issue with other formulas.
2-generation L’Oréal Voluminous Volume Building Curved Brush Mascara
With the help of this L’Oréal mascara, add volume! The curved brush and product are made to lengthen and thicken lashes up to five times for a noticeable improvement that you can still wear during the day.
“I adore this L’Oréal mascara’s curved brush and velvety texture. It barely clumps while covering my lashes, lasts all day, and removes effortlessly with just a cleaner. It’s quite simple to manage around my bottom lashes with the curved wand without getting any on my nose or beneath my eyes, too!” — Bridget Clegg, manager of photos
“I usually don’t spend a lot of money on makeup, but I still want my mascara to look nice. I pay less than $10 for this L’Oréal product at a drugstore and still get beautiful, volumized lashes. I always apply two layers to make my eyes truly pop!” — Associate Editor Caitlyn Fitzpatrick
3 There are Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascaras.
If you value length, you shouldn’t pass on this mascara. Each row of lashes on your lid is captured by the brush’s 10 layers of bristles.
“I’m an addict of drugstore cosmetics, and I used to be the queen of layering two mascaras because I couldn’t find one that gave me volume and length in equal amounts. I tried this mascara a few years ago on a whim because it had wonderful ratings, and now it’s my holy grail. There are no spider lashes or clumps in sight thanks to the brush’s ability to separate and lengthen as you apply it, giving you volume and length. I’m addicted!” Kayla Ramsey, a photojournalist
4 Covergirl LashBlast Volume Mascara
Sometimes a classic is simply unbeatable. This Covergirl classic lengthens natural lashes by up to ten times while providing significant volume! In addition, it is available in both standard and waterproof varieties to meet all of your cosmetic demands.
“For at least ten years, I’ve been using Covergirl’s LashBlast mascara. I occasionally experiment with new products from Sephora, but I’m never satisfied, so I always return to Covergirl. The pricing is excellent, the tube is really long-lasting, and I adore the brush. It does a wonderful job of extending and definitely separates my lashes without making them look clumpy. I adore it so much and have both regular and waterproof!” — Associate director of SEO Erica Murphy
5 Hypnôse Drama Instant Full Volume Mascara by Lancôme
Is it only the drama? The concave and convex sides of the brush on this intensely black mascara work together to give lashes a voluminous, fanning-out appearance.
“Yes, there are several excellent mascaras available at the drugstore, but no matter what I try, I always come back to Lancôme’s volumizing and lengthening product. You can tell it will accomplish the labor-intensive work for you with just a quick glance at its curved S-shaped brush.
After years of curling my lashes, I actually found that a few swipes of this mascara produced the same results without requiring me to add a new step to my routine. Author and contributing editor Zarah Kavarana
6 Better Than Sex Mascara by Too Faced
Better Than Sex mascara from Too Faced is essential for creating the falsie appearance. The hourglass-shaped spoolie lengthens and thickens lashes for a glitzy, extravagant appearance.
“I enjoy having thick, luscious lashes, but I detest applying fake ones. The next best option is this. It coats, lengthens, and separates my lashes to the point where I frequently receive compliments on them. Two coats are va-va-voom for the evening, but one coat is perfect for daily wear. There is no going back now that I have used it continuously for 8 years.” — Executive Director Christine Anderson
7 KUSH High Volume Mascara Milk Makeup
This ground-breaking mascara from Milk Makeup will help you achieve incredibly long lashes. This product conditions as special heart-shaped fibers attach to your lashes, giving them a double dose of volume. It is infused with nourishing cannabis oil made from hemp.
“Because I had a gift card and wanted to pay a bit more on mascara than I usually do, I initially purchased Milk Makeup’s Kush Mascara. Of course, I ended up adoring it. I’ve discovered that using this mascara comes the closest to donning fake eyelashes. Its unusual container, a hefty metal tube that feels like holding a relay baton, makes it a lot of fun to use, and its broad, fluffy brush cleanly sweeps over all of my lashes.
Although this mascara isn’t marketed as being waterproof, I’ve found it holds up well against my hay fever allergy tears thanks to its vegan and cruelty-free jet-black formula, which contains tiny fibers that provide dramatic, buildable length to my eyelashes. — Melanie Yates, senior editor for home furnishings
8 There are L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Million Lashes mascaras.
We were captivated by this mascara’s Millionizer brush! The plastic wand combs over even your shortest lashes while the collagen-infused solution adds length and shape.
“Nothing works as well as this L’Oréal mascara, despite the fact that I’ve tried a variety of different mascaras in the hopes of making my little eyelashes appear to actually exist. With a few swipes, the brush’s many bristles fan out my lashes. This is really easy to build up and produces a clump-free finish that is quite portable. The price range under $10 is also fantastic!” — Contributing editor Sanah Faroke
9 Gigablack Lash Mascara MAC Extended Play
This mascara uses a smaller spoolie than most, allowing you to easily cover every lash, in contrast to other mascaras that have fluffy wands. The longwear formula is ideal for when you need a mascara that stays put because it has a 16-hour wear time and is sweat- and humidity-resistant.
“The little, slender brush in this MAC Extended Play Mascara is one of my favorites because it’s so easy to use. With this smaller brush, I can easily grab both my top and bottom corner lashes to add volume, definition, and length. It essentially functions like a comb. Additionally, it is waterproof, so no raccoon eyes!” — Senior food and beverage editor Danielle St. Pierre
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