Mascara is one of the most important tools in a woman's beauty arsenal. It can make your eyes pop, add length and volume, and help you achieve the look you want. But not all mascaras are created equal. Some are better for thickening, others for lengthening, and still others for volumizing. Here are some great options available today.
$36.00
This mascara is great for a non-clumpy long lashed look- better than mascaras that are double the price....Really good mascara...You can't go wrong with Clinique mascaras.
What it is:
A lash-thickening mascara for bigger, better lashes.
What it does:
This mascara magnifies lashes to twice their size. The transfer-resistant formula thickens and the unique tapered brush grabs every lash.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
This product is ophthalmologist tested. It is free of SLS, mineral oil, alcohol, gluten, and oil. It is also 100 percent fragrance-free.
$35.00
I give it Time to dry before I apply mascara because it tends to mix when wet and get gray. ...I've had problems with other white lash primers turning my mascara grey, but don't experience that problem with this primer.
What it is:
A whipped, creamy lash primer that conditions and preps for the perfect mascara application.
What it does:
Prep eyelashes for the perfect mascara application with Subversion Lash Primer. The brush coats each lash from root to tip, making them thicker and longerletting you build dramatically better-looking lashes that look like false lashes. Formulated with protective panthenol and conditioning vitamin E, this primer strengthens lashes for high-volume application.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
What else you need to know:
This product is fragrance-free.
$46.00
The color may look a little gray at first, but it applies pretty black. Overall THE BEST MASCARA....Overall, good mascara~
Everything you loved about Définicils Mascarathe famous lengthening, separating and lash defining poweris now in a waterproof formula. Make a splash in black, brown or navy. Ophthalmologist tested and suitable for contact lens wearers.
$31.50
its ok i guess. the primer definitely makes your mascara last and stay black (my black mascara usually fades to a grey for some reason?) ...Some reviewers report that the white primer makes mascara turn gray; this does not happen to me as I follow directions and allow this primer to dry before applying mascara.
What it is: A lash-conditioning undercoat that enhances the benefits of other Clinique mascaras, moisturizes, and helps to condition dry lashes.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, phthalates, and mineral oil. This product is also vegan and gluten-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Lash Building Primer is ophthalmologist-tested.
Please note: Lash Building Primer is not recommended for use with Lash Power Mascara, High Impact Curling Mascara, or Bottom Lash Mascara (each sold separately).
$46.00
True black mascara, no gray cast! Goes perfect with my jet black hair!...Two coats, and a few hours later the macara looks more like gray,how some mascaras don't stay black. I didn't use a primer on my eyelashes. * Long wear * Doesnt smudge * Easy to remove * Turns whitish gray after a couple of hours (if you wear more than one coat)
What it is: An iconic defining mascara that creates the look of longer lashes with a flake-free, non-clumping formula.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, formaldehydes, phthalates, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances.
What Else You Need to Know: This lengthening mascara defines lashes using polymers formulated to lift and lengthen. The comb-like brush compliments the lengthening formula with a "hedgehog" bristle pattern that dispenses the perfect amount of product while separating for a natural eyelash look.
$35.00
Actually black, not charcoal grey like a lot of “black” mascaras. I didn’t expect anything different from this brand, but wow. ...It's a good mascara that goes on nicely and is definitely black as to where some others can look a little grey.
What it is: A jet-black, ultra-volumizing mascara that creates fullness you can’t stop bragging about.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Acacia Senegal Gum: Builds volume.
- Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax: Defines, structures, and lengthens lashes, helping deliver a long-lasting effect.
- Paraffin, Synthetic Beeswax, and Glyceryl Stearate: Thicken the appearance of lashes and create volume.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens. This product is also cruelty-free and gluten-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Lash Brag instantly creates the look of dramatic, full-bodied lashes with extreme volume.
Size: 0.34 fl oz / 10 ml·ITEM: 2707149
Color: Black - intense black, soft matte
$35.00
A must have mascara...I have a hard time finding mascaras I love. There is no fallout which creates black under my eyes which I have the worst time with mascaras. ...Nice Black color, didn’t grey out throughout the day. Would definitely purchase again.
What it is: A lengthening and volumizing mascara designed to deliver sexy, extension-effect lashes that curl with every coat.
Formulation Type: Volumizing, Lengthening
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Biotin: Supports strong, healthy-looking lashes.
- Collagen: Visibly boosts lash volume.
- Peptides: Enhance the look of lash length and fullness.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and sulfates SLS & SLES. It is also cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Meet the ultimate mascara, a formula for extension-effect lashes that curl with every coat. Create extreme volume while lengthening and sculpting your lashes from root to tip—without any flaking, clumping, or smudging.
ITEM: 2311322
Size: 0.17 fl oz/ 5 ml
$19.00
My absolute favourite mascara ever. Never switching mascaras ever...I’m not going to lie, but I live an active life and after a certain point in the day it starts to kind of crumble and then I get this “gray cloud” under my eye. Not flattering. However, it is really nice!!
What it is: A jet-black, ultra-volumizing mascara that creates fullness you can’t stop bragging about.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Acacia Senegal Gum: Builds volume.
- Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax: Defines, structures, and lengthens lashes, helping deliver a long-lasting effect.
- Paraffin, Synthetic Beeswax, and Glyceryl Stearate: Thicken the appearance of lashes and create volume.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens. This product is also cruelty-free and gluten-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Lash Brag instantly creates the look of dramatic, full-bodied lashes with extreme volume.
Size: 0.21 oz / 6.5 mL·ITEM: 2821338
Color: 1 Eve Black - intense black
$49.00
I loved this mascara! It gave my lashes a lot of length and had a super black color, not at all gray or brown. ...Nice mascara!...I wanted to hate this mascara because of the price. This is one of those mascaras that ages like fine wine.
What it is: A buildable mascara created with the ultimate formulation for a customized look.
Benefits: Long-wearing
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and sulfates SLS & SLES.
What Else You Need to Know: The flexible elastomer brush ensures ultimate comfort and ease of application while the thin brush tip is designed to catch the smallest lashes at the top and bottom corners of the eyes. This mascara delivers a long-wearing finish of up to 12 hours.
$45.00
I would say that the glossiness and the darkness of the black color is what i look for most on a mascara. Volumizers usually have a lot of dull looking ash making it more matte and grey. ...Love love this mascara! I’ve been using Lancôme mascaras for years , best mascara out there.
What it is:
A wide-eyed effect mascara.
What it does:
Swipe on a full lash fringe look. This mascara is enriched with nylon powders, offering an ideal lash application for sexy, fanned out lashes. This mascara creates a volumized, yet separated and extended, lifted lash look that’s perfect for fine, thin lashes.