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The 13 Worst Mascaras

Did a Maybelline, CoverGirl or Revlon mascara top the list? Read on to find out!

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It's official -- we're obsessed with mascara. So we were bummed to find out that the ones on this list gave our readers lack-luster lashes (try saying that three times fast). See which ones you should steer clear of -- unless you want flaky raccoon eyes?! And hey, if you unknowingly bought one on this list already, these mascara tips may help salvage your look.

By Sarah Carrillo

Products Mentioned in This Story

Ulta Maximum Length Soft Curl Mascara

Average Member Rating: 3.4

Avon ASTONISHING LENGTHS Mascara

Average Member Rating: 3.9

Buy it for $3.99

LORAC Lotsa Lash Mascara

Average Member Rating: 3.9

Vincent Longo The Curl Mascara

Average Member Rating: 3.6

Bare Escentuals Beautifully Luminous Lashes

Average Member Rating: 4.3

Benefit Get Bent Mascara

Average Member Rating: 4.9

CoverGirl Multiplying Mascara

Average Member Rating: 3.6

Revlon 3D Extreme Waterproof Mascara

Average Member Rating: 3.3

Nars Mascara

Average Member Rating: 3.8

Buy it for $23.00 - $48.00

Dr. Hauschka Volume Mascara

Average Member Rating: 4.7

Buy it for $29.95 - $29.95

Victoria's Secret Very Voluptuous Extreme Volume Mascara

Average Member Rating: 3.9

Smashbox Bionic Mascara

Average Member Rating: 3.6

Maybelline New York Lash Stiletto Ultimate Length Mascara

Average Member Rating: 5.9

Member Comments

I love the new exact eyelights too! I mix it up between that and the new stiletto mascara (never clumps individually coats my lashes) I love it!

by cocopebblesMay 16, 2009 at 10:04AM Report as inappropriate

I love Cover Girls New ExactEyelights. I'm blonde haired and blue eyed and use the Black Sapphire. I use a coat of the regular eyelights and 2 coats of the waterproof eyelights. This does not clump, nor does it run or smear---even after a 20 hour duty day. I'm a flight attendant and it stays on and doesn't smudge even after I take a nap on long international flights! It also curls your lashes nicely, without using an eyelash curler. by tjflying

by tjflyingApril 17, 2009 at 12:03AM Report as inappropriate

I love the lash stiletto mascara! When I wear it, I always get compliments on how long my lashes look. Plus, clumping is minimal.

by SonekaApril 16, 2009 at 08:23PM Report as inappropriate

I had the same experience with the Avon Astonishing lengths!! Loved it for a few days and then noticed that my lashes were breaking.

by debi52April 01, 2009 at 06:45AM Report as inappropriate

Lash Stylist by Maybelline is the best .The comb allows you to get a the base and each lash is thick but sepaerated and they look awesome. BEST!!! replace monthly to avoid dryness or clumpiness!

by NursechristykMarch 16, 2009 at 09:40AM Report as inappropriate

I have personally had great luck with loreal mascara. Long lasting, little to no flaking/smudging and it holds up well in the tube. Been using it for years.

by EffieMae_RNMarch 14, 2009 at 10:16PM Report as inappropriate

You Must try Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara!!! Dries quik, Full coverage with no clumping and when you touch your lashes they are soft not hard or Brittle

by LipsticklovrMarch 14, 2009 at 04:57PM Report as inappropriate

well i have bought loads of mascaras and all of them are great! but i strongly recomend max-factor's mascaras...... they give you a clump free look and well definged lashes. sexy and chic

by make_up_masterMarch 13, 2009 at 09:33PM Report as inappropriate

YIKES, I BOUGHT IT AND HAVEN'T OPENED IT YET, SO I GUESS I'LL RETURN IT TO CVS...THANKS

by HeartsMarch 04, 2009 at 08:57AM Report as inappropriate

i'm not much of a makeup girl myself but when i do wear Mascara is a defo! thanks for this great post.tyummy site honey. muah x Marian

by MariankFebruary 28, 2009 at 05:47AM Report as inappropriate