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Prescriptives Beyond Long Maximum Length MascaraThe brush on this baby may look jumbo, but its genius, tapered design makes reaching even the tiniest corner lashes easy. Results aren't instant or "spectacular" as advertised, but lashes can look about 40 percent longer and more defined after precise application. Expect a natural, delicate look that's smudge-free...More |
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Yves Saint Laurent Beauty MASCARA VOLUME EFFET FAUX CILS Luxurious MascaraWe'll give it points for the luxe-factor. The thick nylon fibers on the wand evenly coat and separate each lash. But it takes several of the advertised "single strokes" to get the "intense look." The liquid dries fast and lashes look strong and defined, but full-on faux? Not quite. And the price stings. ...More |
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Chanel Cils a Cils Lash Building MascaraChanel Cils a Cils Lash Building Mascara works -- depending on how you define "building." If it means increasing volume then you'll likely be disappointed, as the beeswax (intended to plump) isn't very effective. However, if it means length then you'll be pleased with the silk fibers that extend lashes. Overall the look is ...More |
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Avon Uplifting MascaraAvon's Uplifting Mascara is a fiber-full, lengthening mascara but its bendable wand, aimed to lift lashes, is unnecessary and messy (you have to touch the gooped-up brush to bend it). Fortunately you don't need the wand gimmick to get lashes that practically reach your brows (no exaggeration). The finish is completely clump...More |
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Bare Escentuals Brushless MascaraThis long, ridged wand comes sans bristles to layer mascara generously on each lash. Available in dark green or black, the product applies moist and heavy. Thick and medium-sized lashes will definitely be "fuller and longer" after a couple of coats (provided you're patient enough to apply in sections and wait for ...More |
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Fusion Beauty LashFusionThis treatment mascara contains keratin protein in tiny molecule form (nanospheres) to help it penetrate and strengthen lashes. Conditioning ingredients like camellia oil and panthenol also make us fans. The pigment is rich and ink-dark with tiny microfibers that attach to lashes to lengthen and thicken, though you may see ...More |
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Estee Lauder MagnaScopic Maximum Volume MascaraBig promises from this big blue tube: thick lashes, easy precision, bold color and no clumping. The heavy liquid offers even coverage after several coats, but "30 percent more intense"? Nah. The trouble is the super-straight wand; the tapered tip is a magnet for excess product, making it hard to get to smaller end...More |
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Maybelline New York Great Lash Washable Mascara"America's No.1 mascara" lives up to its name: It's No.1 in sales ... and in heated debate by women. OK, so we admit it's not the most lengthening, volumizing formula. (The curved-brush version helps.) It can also smudge in humidity. (Try waterproof.) And while it applies well wet, flaking and clumping can occur i...More |
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Neutrogena Weightless Volume Wax-Free MascaraWeightless, yes. Volume? Not so much. If you're looking for a lightweight layer of color and a natural look, this formula manages to separate, coat and condition lashes without clumping or stiffness. But because it's wax-free, you lose the thickening power of competitors, so don't waste your cash if you want high volume -- ...More |
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Urban Decay Skyscraper MascaraThe long silver wand supposedly builds a skyline of lashes in a few strokes. Three levels -- a flattened top, bristled side and corkscrew end -- give equal coverage to varying lash lengths. But the feather-soft formula does a better job defining hairs at ground level -- not hitting penthouse heights. The label claims the sh...More |

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