The Best Mascaras. Ever.

From drugstore to high-end, waterproof to washable, we found the best of the best eye makeup available

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So we've shown you the best drugstore mascaras, and even our editors' favorites. But now, it's time for the ultimate mascara countdown. These are the best of the best, according to our readers. The list includes everything from a $30 wonder to a $1.50 delight. Whether you're looking for length, volume, curl (or all of the above), we've got a product for you. Drum roll, please …

Photograph: Andrew Stiles

See Next Page: No. 18: Aveda Mascara Plus Rose, $12

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Products Mentioned in This Story

Diorshow Iconic

Average Member Rating: 9.4

Sephora Triple Action Mascara

Average Member Rating: 9.4

Avon SuperFULL Mascara

Average Member Rating: 8.7

Flirt! Far Out Mascara

Average Member Rating: 9.3

mark Make It Big Lash Plumping Mascara

Average Member Rating: 9.3

Bourjois Pump Up The Volume Waterproof

Average Member Rating: 9.7

Shiseido The Makeup Lasting Lift Mascara

Average Member Rating: 9.2

The Body Shop Define & Lengthen Mascara

Average Member Rating: 9.0

Aveda Mascara Plus Rose

Average Member Rating: 9.0

N.Y.C. New York Color Thickening Mascara

Average Member Rating: 8.6

Diorshow Black Out Waterproof Mascara

Average Member Rating: 8.5

Buxom Lash Mascara

Average Member Rating: 8.2

Member Comments

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Interesting! i would try the body shop mascara

by jenerref Thursday, January 19, 2012 at 12:06AM Report as inappropriate

great thank you for the advice

by Benahir Sunday, January 8, 2012 at 10:39AM Report as inappropriate

Have been hearing great things about Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes!

by sweettpea29 Sunday, December 4, 2011 at 08:40PM Report as inappropriate

I have tried many of these mascara's and they don't work for me. I have long eye lashes and sensitive eyes. It's hard to find one I like.

by melissa_thiemann Sunday, December 4, 2011 at 03:37PM Report as inappropriate

This is an awesome article. I've never tried any of these and now I have 18 new ones to try. Its a good thing I rarely use the same mascara twice.

by msbrown822 Saturday, December 3, 2011 at 07:30PM Report as inappropriate

ty for the good advice wanted to try covergirl eyeshadows guess not

by Benahir Friday, November 18, 2011 at 08:31PM Report as inappropriate

Love getting the bottom line on the best, regardless of other attributes (drugstore vs. luxe, etc.)

by Jewelrydesigner Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at 01:00PM Report as inappropriate

Great mascaras, but my fave didn't make the list :( I love Givenchy Penomen eyes!

by DTalksAll Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 04:24PM Report as inappropriate

loved this article! so going to use it next time i need more mascara! thank you sooo much total beauty!

by fish1213 Saturday, October 8, 2011 at 07:44AM Report as inappropriate

I love the tarte and buxom mascara

by porsha_coleman_mcdaniels Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 12:06PM Report as inappropriate

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