Mascara is a staple in many makeup routines, and it can be used to make eyes look bigger and more open. However, those with monolids may struggle to find the right mascara formula that won’t smudge or smear throughout the day. Discover the top-rated mascaras for monolids below.

Size: 0.33 oz/ 9.75 mL·ITEM: 2059491
Color: 01 Waterproof Big is The New Black - black
$41.50
Holy Grail WaterProof Mascara...My holy grail waterproof mascara, as an Asian girl with hooded monolids that often get oily in summer. ...I have short, stubby Asian lashes and this really helped to hold the curl. And I also have monolids. So this mascara was perfect for me! The applicator though, has a lot of product on it that you really have to get rid of a lot of excess mascara or else, your eyelashes will be a clumpy mess.
What it is:
A waterproof, high-volume mascara that delivers bold lash volume for up to 24 hours.
What it does:
Everything you love about Monsieur Bignow in a waterproof formula. The Monsieur Big Mascara features a large brush and a sweat-proof, smudge proof formula that glides onto lashes like silk and delivers exceptional volume for up to 24 hours of wear. This waterproof mascara doesn’t require touch-ups and doesn’t flake.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
Monsieur Big’s brush has a unique shape with soft, wavy fibers to deliver the perfect amount of formula from the very first stroke.

$39.00
best mascara...I have pretty long lashes already and other mascaras just made them clumpy. This mascara didn't clump at all and helped enhance my natural lashes. ...Holy grail of Mascara!...I will look for new mascara no further! I only buy travel size mascaras because it's better for the brush and the brush it comes with is by far the best brush to apply mascara.
What it is:
A lengthening mascara that curls, volumizes, lifts, and separates lashes for an "out-of-here" look.
What it does:
This breakthrough bestseller reveals lashes you never knew you had! The specially designed brush features staggered bristles that grab close to the root, boosting length and volume beyond belief. The custom-domed tip uses precision bristles to lift, define, and curl even your tiniest lashes. With a glossy, jet-black, long-wearing formula, you’ll flaunt luxurious, silky lashes that won’t smudge, clump, or dry out.
What else you need to know:
Go horizontal: the staggered bristles grab close to the root, boosting length and volume.

$22.00
The wand itself is stiff, probably why it works so well but take care around your eyes bc I stabbed myself once with the little bristles and it HURT. It doesn’t smudge (monolid here) and holds up well during the day. The tube opening is narrow and prevents you from grabbing too much product - great for not clumping! ...Amazing mascara...Other mascaras would irritate my eyes. This mascara doesn’t irritate or flake.
What it is: A buildable, flake-free mascara that lengthens, lifts, and curls for more voluminous lashes.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Shea Butter: Conditions and protects against irritation.
- Beeswax: Coats and lengthens the look of lashes with soft flexibility and hold.
- Keratin: Fortifies and promotes healthy lashes.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is cruelty-free and gluten-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This lightweight, nourishing formula contains beeswax and carnauba wax to weightlessly condition your lashes. Shea butter and keratin fortify to enhance and nourish the look of lash condition. A dual-sided brush allows you to define, lift, and separate lashes with precision.

Size: 0.14 oz/ 4 g·ITEM: 1728492
Color: Black
$22.00
I have monolid eyes, which typically means black smudges and specs after a couple of hours- not with this combo. ...I have monolids, so getting a mascara to keep my lashes curled upwards is quite difficult. the mascara keeps my lashes curled for approximately 4 hours, since at the end of the day (around 8 hours) my lashes are back to pointing straight downwards. overall, i'd buy this mascara again because it generally does the job even though it may not last all day.
What it is:
A mascara inspired by hair rollers, this super-curling and lifting mascara gives a sexy, wide-eyed look. Its patent-pending Hook ‘n’ Roll™ brush features tiny custom-designed hooks to catch, lift, and curl even short and straight lashes.
What it does:
Roller Lash not only lifts and super-curls, but this instant curve-setting formula holds for 12 hours, is easy to remove, and contains provitamin B5 and serine, known for their lash-conditioning benefits.

$45.00
First off, I'm asian with monolid asian eyes. on top of having monolids, I have very oily lids and regular mascara is too smudgy for me. ...It does smudge a little on the bottom of my eye throughout the day but it's because I have monolids. It could also be layered.
The ultra-glamorous catwalk eye makeup that lengthens, thickens, and curves lashes to the nth degree - now in a waterproof version that holds its own when you swim, splash, or even shed a few tears.

Size: 0.35 oz/10 g·ITEM: 2378552
Color: Ultra Black - ultra black
$48.00
I have monolids and have tried many different mascaras from cheap to expensive but this one is perfect. ...Perfect everyday mascara...I’ve tried a lot of mascaras and by far this is the tubing mascara! Love it!
What it is: A transformative tubing mascara that stretches each lash to deliver dramatic length and definition for the look of lash extensions in an instant.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, triclosan, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances. This product is also vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This mascara is the ultimate formula for when more is more: more definition, more lift, and more length to transform lashes with impossibly real results. Using film-forming technology, it coats each lash in lightweight fibers for a high-impact,

$37.00
It feels comfortable, and held a curl quite well even though I don't use the best curler right now and have monolids....This mascara stays put! It is very humid where i live and most mascaras get smudgy but not this one.
What it is:
A lash lengthening mascara that stays put for 24 hours without smudging or smearing.
What Else You Need to Know:
This mascara leaves lashes looking gorgeous for up to 24 hours, lasting through rain, sweat, humidity, and tears. It removes easily with warm water, and it’s unique brush coats and beautifully lengthens even the tiniest of lashes.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
This product is allergy-tested, ophthalmologist-tested, and safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers. It is also free of SLS, mineral oil, and gluten, and is 100 percent fragrance-free.

$36.00
This mascara was okay. I have monolid eyes and it didn’t really curl my lashes. ...Not made for monolid eyes!...I am of Chinese background (monolid eyes). I was hoping this mascara would give me the same effect as a waterproof mascara.
What it is: A mascara, with fortifying and revitalizing properties, that is enriched with black quinoa, vitamin E, and minerals.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Black Quinoa
- Vitamin E
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This mascara is formulated with over 80 percent naturally derived ingredients and combines extreme length, high definition, and intensely lifted lashes for an instantly voluminous fan effect. Its unique brush has multi-length fibers that combine with its creamy texture to deposit an even amount of product.

Size: 0.13 oz / 4 mL·ITEM: 2585636
Color: Black - black
$21.00
This mascara is a MUST in my makeup routine. I have stubborn Asian lashes, and if you do, you know monolids. ...Best. Mascara. Ever!...I LOVE THIS MASCARA!!!! It’s the best mascara that I have ever tried, and I have tried lots of mascaras.
What it is: A flake-free, smudgeproof, long-wearing tubing mascara that’s clinically shown to visibly volumize, lengthen, and curl.
Formulation Type: Volumizing, Curling, Lengthening
Benefits: Long-wearing
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Shea Butter: Conditions.
- Castor Oil: Moisturizes.
- Carnauba Wax: For smooth application with visibly lengthening and volumizing benefits.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, mineral oil, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, and triclosan. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Exclusive micro-tubing technology wraps each lash with tiny, flake-free tubes for extre

Size: 0.14 oz / 4 g·ITEM: 2658870
Color: Hyper Black
$22.00
new favorite mascara...i was gifted by benefit cosmetics and this mascara and it is genuinely amazing. benefit has amazing mascaras and this one is no exception! ...A win for a picky mascara customer...I am EXTREMELY picky when it comes to mascaras. This mascara fans out lashes, doesn’t clump, and doesn’t run under your eyes by 3pm.
What it is: A fanning and volumizing mascara that fans out lashes side-to-side, amplifies volume, and multiplies the look of lashes.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Provitamin B5: Helps lashes feel conditioned.
- Cranberry Extract: Contains beneficial fatty acids to help lashes feel nourished.
- Rice Wax: Defines and separates lashes and gives lift that lasts.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance.
What Else You Need to Know: This mascara uses Benefit Cosmetics’ custom-engineered Full-Flex F









