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MAC Mascara X

MAC Mascara X
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Rated a 7.5

Here's the 411 on the petite-ish MAC Mascara X. The color, shiny and jet black (unless you use the dark brown shade), makes lashes look striking. The formula adds a natural yet volumized look but doesn't lengthen much. The fluid texture allows you to layer multiple, clump-free coats for added drama but occasionally causes product to fling onto skin. And the brush, short and slightly oval-shaped, makes applying product onto the very base of your lashes easier. The verdict: Not the best ever but worth a try.

Reviewed by Kristen, Editor
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  • Member rated it 8.0

    A good "daytime" mascara

    by cheetah11 (151 reviews)
    Top 100 ReviewerTrusted Review
    The reason I said "daytime" is because this mascara doesn't give you that overly dramatic lashes that some of us prefer. Instead it gives you a natural, light to medium, non clumpy coverage. With this said, I actually enjoy using it daily. In fact, it has become my "go to" mascara when I'm particularl...y in a rush and just need one coat to enhance my lashes. As far as lengthening, I didn't notice much lengthening effect. My lashes are already long to begin with and because this mascara is lightly formulated, I didn't expect much in the way of lengthening. What I liked the most about it is it didn't give me clumpy coverage, neither did it give me spider legs lashes. What I liked least was the formula took a little longer to dry compared to other mascaras I've used. Now if you're the type to go for dramatic, false eyelash effect, you might be disappointed with this mascara and might want to look elsewhere. Likewise, if you like a more natural coverage, you might want to give this one a try. Personally this is appropriate for me to use during daytime. September 30, 2009, 4:22 am

    8 of 8 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 7.0

    My first MAC mascara

    by SJofAZ (44 reviews)
    Top 500 ReviewerTrusted Review
    I like this stuff. I am a one-coat-of-brown-mascara kind of gal, and this works just fine for me. With mascaras like Great Lash, it is necessary for me to use a comb to get rid of clumps after applying the mascara. That is not the case with MAC Mascara X. I just apply and stand back and marvel at how great my lashes loo...k, and with little effort. It is $12.50US, which is more expensive than drugstore mascaras, but not as expensive as the more popular mascaras like DiorShow. I don't think that this is my holy grail mascara, but it's pretty good. June 3, 2008, 8:37 am

    4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    Mascara X Review

    by AshleySamantha (4 reviews)
    Since MAC is my fave beauty brand, I'm somewhat biased. Mascara X works well for me! I want my lashes to be longer and this particular mascara gives me that extra oomph. Apparently it's full of all sorts of goodies which may account for strengthening my lashes - I hardly ever use a primer/conditioner before applying mascara... so I need the extra strenghtening. As an every day mascara I find that one or two coats gets the job done and I add an extra coat or so for dramatic looks at night. The football shaped brush is really good at capturing all your little lashes and fanning them out and with little bit of clever maneuvering you can reach those little inner lashes too. Also, on bottom lashes one coat is just fine. October 19, 2007, 6:22 pm

    3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 5.0

    doesnt live up to its name

    by MonsterMash (5 reviews)
    I get almost no thickness with this, reminds me of great lash mascara. Takes to long to dry. Perfect for people who want natural drama not a falsh lash look. February 24, 2008, 9:35 pm

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    I'm so picky...

    by Madge (10 reviews)
    And my lashes are so sparse, but this product makes it all work. I get length and volume and it dries smudge free. Clumping is not a problem and the applicator quicky gets me bulked out and lengthened. February 21, 2008, 6:17 am

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    Builds w/out Caking

    by AllyGore (3 reviews)
    I freelance at a MAC counter in my area & this is a MUST in my brush belt. I use it on nearly every customer that comes in - it provides beautiful, buildable lash coverage that goes with every look (natural to DRAMA!) One added bonus, when you DO decide to add false lashes, this mascara is surprisingly gentle so you c...an use your lashes again! December 16, 2007, 11:05 am

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    love it!

    by purplegirl1621 (121 reviews)
    Top 100 Reviewer
    I love it! This is a great high quality mascara! i love it. April 27, 2009, 12:46 pm

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 3.0

    Not worth the price.

    by RECESSIONISTA (9 reviews)
    I was a bit dissapointed. This was the perfect example of "Expensive doesn't always mean quality". I could of bought a much better mascara for less than half the price. It goes on really dry and clumpy (not attractive) I would not recommend this to anyone. April 17, 2009, 4:14 pm

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    great for everyday

    by CUPCAKESs (53 reviews)
    Top 500 Reviewer
    this is one of my favorite mascaras its goes on a bit thin so 2 coats may be necessary. i personally dont think any mascara can add too much length so i just curl those suckers and they pretty much reach up to my eyebrows [= adds nice volume but if you want more of a false eyelashes look try a different mascara. March 9, 2009, 3:12 pm

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 7.0

    Eh..

    by scandalousbeauty (67 reviews)
    Top 500 ReviewerTotal Beauty BloggerTrusted Review
    It's got a powerful name but not a powerful performance. I really use this when I can't find my fave, Zoomlash. This does separate my lashes, but doesn't make them look any thicker. February 17, 2009, 7:29 am

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

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  • Attributes

  • Lengthening: Yes
  • Long-lasting/Semipermanent: Yes
  • Thickening: Yes

  • Manufacturer's Product Description

  • Mascara X builds dramatically longer, thicker and glossier looking lashes. The softer fiber of the football-shaped brush delivers maximum payoff on the lashes. Mascara X doesn't clump or smudge, is ophthalmologist tested and designed to be long-wearing. It builds and strengthens lashes with a vegetable derived protein and contains Panthenol to condition the lashes. Easily removed with Pro Eye Makeup Remover, it's available in Black and Dark Brown.

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  • http://www.maccosmetics.com

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