Maybelline New York Lash Discovery Mini-Brush Waterproof Mascara by Maybelline New York, Mascara Review

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Maybelline New York Lash Discovery Mini-Brush Waterproof Mascara 8.8 out of 10 based on 8.8 ratings. 8.8 user reviews.

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great product
iggymama (295 reviews)

i really liked this waterproof mascara. i thought it was better than the great lash mascara. it goes on w/o clumps and stays for many hours — 4 years ago

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9

perfect for locking in curls!
jenstar313 (96 reviews)

i have very straight, long eyelashes that stubbornly refuse to curl. i discovered the miraculous shisheido eyelash curler a while ago and was so glad when my stubborn asian lashes finally succumbed to an eye-opening curl! but whenever i tried to add even more definition to my lashes with mascara, they would droop straight down again =( i tried several brands, even the “curling” mascaras, but nothing worked; mascara was kryptonite to my temporarily curled lashes, and i’ve settled for curled but thin and skimpy lashes. after reading about maybelline’s waterproof lash discovery mascara in an article and reviews on total beauty, i gave it a try – best purchase ever! i was a bit wary of the teeny tiny brush at first, but it magically grabs every lash and adds just the right amount of mascara to brighten my eyes – no clumping, super stiff or spider lashes. not a lot of volume or crazy length, but definitely a noticable difference. it’s waterproof so no smudging and amazingly lasts (even through 90 minutes of hot yoga AFTER a long day at the office!) but it doesn’t take too much effort to remove w/ a little eye-makeup remover. my only complaint is cleaning the brush; usually, i wipe mascara brushes off with a tissue before each application to avoid clumps but this brush seems to attract “tissue lint” - which leads to clumping. i would suggest wiping it off with a cloth instead… — 4 months ago

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10

Cheap and worth every penny!
Cheryl5752 (20 reviews)

My eyes tear up on a regular basis all day and I have sensitive eyes. Therefore, it is imperative I have a bottom lash mascara that, 1) is waterproof; 2) really, really stays on; 3) doesn’t create “raccoon eyes;” and 4) doesn’t irritate my eyes (that is especially important since I often commit the cardinal sin of falling asleep at night before I removing my mascara – or any makeup for that matter!). Maybelline Mini-Brush Waterproof Mascara gives me exactly what I want and need. I only apply Maybelline to my lower lashes because I use a Lancôme lash-building product (“Hypnose Drama”) for the top eyelashes (I don’t want my bottom lashes to have “drama” with globs of mascara on them - like the late Tammy Faye Baker’s lashes…). Before using the Maybelline mascara, I apply Lancôme’s oscillating lash primer. I find it makes ANY mascara hold better and it allows me to get good color on the lashes without applying a lot of mascara. This is the only Maybelline mascara product I have ever used that does exactly what its advertisement says. It stays on, does not run, provides good color, comes off easily, does not irritate my eyes, is extremely cheap (I usually pay about $2.00 for the mascara when I buy it on sale at CVS and use the Sunday paper $1.00 coupons), is easy to use, doesn’t take up a lot of space in the makeup drawer, and lasts a long time. Another plus for this mascara is the “mini” round brush and its short bristles. It’s so awesome to have this type of brush for lower lashes that are very fine and short. However, this mascara is also good to use for the top lashes closest to your nose. These lashes are usually pretty fine and short, too. With bigger brushes, you run the chance of getting mascara on your nose or other parts of your eye when trying to apply mascara to this inside area. (And we all know how that kind of error can really throw off the completion time for your eye makeup application.) If you have never tried this product you don’t know what you are missing! — 1 week ago

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The best "detailing" mascara wand I've tried!
Nardulli_is_a_Product_Junkie (15 reviews)

I love thickening formulas, but I never achieve a truly "defined" result with the plumping mascaras. Even though this member of Maybelline mascara family may not fatten lashes, it remarkably enhances lashes because of its separating power that gives each of my lashes a presence. Ultimately, it seems to be the "micro" wand that creates such well-outlined lashes. I was a little skeptical when I twisted opened this product, but the small size of the wand really helps me in getting a "clean" look with its application. Overall, I just love the lack of "clump" and "crustiness" this mascara allows me! — 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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My Favorite Mascara!
OhLaLaChrissy (28 reviews)

Maybelline Lash Discovery is my favorite mascara. I'm Asian and I have very straight lashes and not too many of them. This mascara is the only mascara that doesn't weigh my lashes down. After curling my lashes I apply this mascara and my lashes stay curled all day. I don't like other mascaras because they uncurl my lashes. I also love that it's so inexpensive and can be found in any drugstore, Walmart, and Target. I also prefer the waterproof version over the washable one. The washable Lash Discovery actually uncurls my lashes. I don't know why! Isn't that weird? Anyway, I love this mascara. Whenever there's a sale, I buy a bunch at a time. I can't live without it! — 1 year, 7 months ago

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Lower Lashes
HollaBack1588 (3 reviews)

I use this one a lot for my lower lashes. Because of the small brush i rarely make mistakes while applying mascara. I use it sometimes to get the natural look. Though it doesn't volumize, it coats every lash. — 2 years, 5 months ago

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10

LOVE!
cheeky519 (4 reviews)

This is my go-to mascara. I always have one lurking in the bottom of my make up bag. While I have two or three mascaras in play at any given time, this is always part of my regimen. The tiny brush separates and coast every lash in one swipe, and is particularly handy for lower lashes and outer corners. I never buy department store mascara, and you really cant beat the price of lash discovery. — 2 years, 6 months ago

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Mini Power
AmberDB (176 reviews)

This tiny brush has it's pros and cons. Those with scant lashes might not get much length or volume. I have long, but sparse lashes so I use Lash Discovery with another volumizing mascara. It defines the smaller lashes the bigger brush misses. Lash discovery also works wonders for my bottom lashes. Definitely a must have in your makeup bag. — 3 years ago

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10

This is the best mascara for straight eyelashes that won't keep a curl.
roberta1 (2 reviews)

This has been the only mascara, that I ave been using for my lashes. I can curly and put mascara on my lashes without losing the curly. It also gives great long lashes. The small brush is great also. You don't have mascara all over your eyes while applying it on. (It's also waterproof) And guess what? you can remove it from your eyes very easy. I have found no other mascara for my straight lashes. — 3 years, 1 month ago

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Tiny Brush, Big Results
Tessera (9 reviews)

This mascara has the tiniest brush I've ever used, but it works great for separating, defining and coating even the smallest and most delicate lashes. It can reach the lashes on the inner corner of the top lid without getting mascara smudges on the eyelid. Also, my lower lashes are so fine and blonde that they are vitually invisible. This mascara gives them a coat of mascara so thay they are dark and defined. The "waterproofness" of this mascara is quite good. It did not smear or run which is especially important for the mascara on the lower lashes. (No one wants to cry black tears!) This mascara is not great for all over mascara application on the upper lashes because of the small brush. It takes time to fully cover the top lashes with the tiny brush because you have to apply several coats. Some women may feel that this takes too much time. I would definitely recommend it for the lower lashes. Also, the tube is thin and easy to carry in your makeup bag for touch-ups. — 3 years, 1 month ago

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