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Drugstore Volume Mascaras: The Good and the Bad

April 27, 2016

I am constantly being flooded with images of over the top, voluminous, show-stopping lashes. I decided to do my own research on drugstore volume mascaras.

I am constantly being flooded with images of over the top, voluminous, show-stopping lashes. I know that some women rely on lash extensions and falsies to get their lash fix, while some swear by a certain mascara or technique. I decided to do my own research and focus on the best drugstore volume mascaras.

I am constantly being flooded with images of over the top, voluminous, show-stopping lashes. I decided to do my own research on drugstore volume mascaras.

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As a reference point, my favorite non-drugstore volume mascaras are Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara and Dior DiorShow Lash-extension Effect Volume Mascara.

Drugstore Volume Mascaras

NYX Doll Eye

Product Claim

  • Extends and lengthens
  • Contains micro fibers to add texture, fullness, and shape

Review

This mascara, true to it’s name, provides you with “doll eyes,” but the volume is just ok. If you are looking for length this mascara does a good job. The texture is a bit sticky when applying coats so I recommend doing one eye at a time. It does flake a bit and is hard to remove at the end of the day. You’ll need eye makeup remover for this one.

Physicians Formula Organic Wear Jumbo Mascara

Product Claim

  • 100% Dramatic Volume & Glamour
  • OrganiSoy moisturizes and help noursish lashes

Review

This product is good for everyday and works well for those with sensitive eyes or contacts. Your lashes won’t be voluptuous but will have a nice natural look. The formula does run so you will need to use a lash primer to avoid racoon eyes, especially if you like to wear mascara on your lower lashes.

Revlon Ultra Volume

Product Claim

  • Triple grooves designed to hold formula for maximum volume
  • Short and long bristles designed to comb every lash and eliminate clumps

Review

This mascara was a major fail. The formula was dry. When I applied the mascara the product barely coated my lashes, and appeared thin, crunchy, and volume-less.

Cover Girls LashBlast The Super Sizer 

Product Claim

  • 400% more volume for fuller lashes
  • Lengthens
  • Defines & Separates
  • Suitable for contact wearers

Review

This mascara has a unique brush that allows you to reach every inch of your lash. While the formula added length it didn’t do much on volume. I did like how it defined and separated my lashes. The product also worked great with contacts, no eye irritation here! The formula made my lashes appear sparse and thin. I would not purchase again.

L’Oreal Voluminous Originals

Product Claim

  • Suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers
  • Clump-resistant
  • Build lashes 5x their natural thickness

Review

I love this mascara! It’s very similar to YSL Babydoll Volume Effect Faux Cils Mascara. The formula is build-able and leaves your lashes looking full and soft without clumping. I would buy this again. It’s super effective for the price.

What drugstore volume mascaras do you like?

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The Hunt For The Perfect Mascara

October 13, 2014

The Hunt for the Perfect Mascara

From left to right: M.A.C Extended Play Gigablack Lash Mascara//M.A.C In Extreme Dimension – 3D Black Lash Mascara//CoverGirl LashBlast Mega Volume Mascara//Smashbox Full Exposure Mascara//Yves Saint Laurent Volume Effet Faux Cils Baby Doll Mascara//Too Face Better Than Sex Mascara

I have always felt like the majority of mascaras were the same, never finding one that was amazing enough to stick with.

Over the past few months, I have scoured the web in search for the perfect mascara. Through product reviews and claims I chose these 6.

  1. M.A.C Extended Play Gigablack Lash Mascara – lengthens, extends and separates. Formula can be sticky when applying a second coat and I didn’t achieve much volume.
  2. M.A.C In Extreme Dimension – 3D Black Lash Mascara – this mascara is great! It extends length, creates curl and adds volume. I would purchase again.
  3. CoverGirl LashBlast Mega Volume Mascara – this is good mascara and leaves lashes looking full. One drawback – when applying I get mascara on my upper eyelids. I have to wipe with a damp q-tip after applying.
  4. Smashbox Full Exposure Mascara – lengthens and curls but I didn’t get much volume.
  5. Yves Saint Laurent Volume Effet Faux Cils Baby Doll Mascara – I love this mascara! Lashes look full and fluttery. However, this one flakes and leaves residue on skin after a few hours.
  6. The winner: Too Face Better Than Sex Mascara – amazing!!! The first time I heard about this mascara was from Emily’s blog The Sweetest Thing. I have always admired her lashes and had to give it a try when she mentioned it. With just two coats, I look like I am wearing false lashes!!!

Watch this video or follow the below steps to apply mascara. Start at 1:12 for full instructions.

  1. Brush the hour glass wand through the lashes from base to tip, giving it a slight push to lashes at the tip.
  2. Roll the brush along the full length of the lashes from base to tip.
  3. Apply mascara both under and over the lash bed to create a “blacker-than-black curled dramatically voluptuous results so amazing it’s better than sex!“

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