A Beauty Editor's Top 10 Favorite Mascaras
Tried-and-true formulas at every price point, from Maybelline’s “Great Lash” to Rare Beauty’s “Perfect Strokes.”
The search for the perfect mascara for your lash type can be never-ending, especially when there are many options on the market. Some days, you want more of a clumped and other days, it’s all about mega volume. Overall, we just need a good mascara that gets the job done.
In honor of National Lash Day, we’re rounding up our top favorite eyelash enhancers that we use and enjoy. Hopefully, these recommendations will make your shopping experience easier.
From Maybelline‘s “Great Lash” Washable Mascara to Glossier’s “Lash Slick,” there’s something for everyone. Keep reading to discover which products made the list.
Maybelline Great Lash Washable Mascara
This Maybelline formula is truly for those who are just beginning their journey to finding the best mascara. Most beauty enthusiasts start with this holy grail product and build their collection up from here. Use the brush in a zig-zag motion for a false cat-eye effect and you won’t need any eyeliner.
Glossier Lash Slick Mascara
This Glossier mascara is the perfect product for those who love to layer with multiple mascaras. Featuring a soft but sturdy wand, this product allows you to achieve a natural, lash-defining effect with just one swipe. It also beautifully separates the lashes with a non-clump finish.
Dior Show Mascara
Though it’s a bit on the higher-end side, you’ll get much bang for your buck with this lengthening mascara by Dior Makeup, designed to make your eyelashes appear longer, fuller and bolder.
Westman Atelier Eye Love You Mascara
This ultra-luxe mascara by Westman Atelier is worth every penny it costs. Packaged in a gold tube, this product is designed to naturally lift, shape and define your eyelashes.
Freck Beauty Lashrocket Mascara
A favorite on the market, this Freck Beauty formula stands close to being a perfect one. When you use this product alone, your lashes look full but still feel very lightweight, with zero clumping.
Isamaya Mascara
If you’re into a tubular type of applicator, this mascara from Isamaya may be for you. It defines and elongates lashes, allowing them to be free from clumps or smudges.
Rare Beauty “Perfect Strokes” Universal Volumizing Mascara
A beauty editor favorite, the Rare Beauty “Perfect Strokes” Mascara takes lashes to new heights with its volumizing formula that conditions and protects lashes from environmental damage, all at the same time.
Haus Labs “B Structural” Volumizing + Lengthening Mascara
Powered by rice protein, Haus Labs’ “B Structural” Volumizing + Lengthening Mascara works by having its ingredients grip onto lashes and build intense volume. Plus, it promises five times more thickness with zero flaking.
Fenty Beauty “Hella Thicc” Volumizing Mascara
A few layers of Fenty Beauty’s “Hella Thicc” Mascara are enough to transform lashes and make them appear way longer and more full. We advise you to wait a minute in between layers to allow the formula to dry, but not fully, to ensure the most precise application.
SimiHaze Beauty “Easy Lash” Clean Lift Mascara
Our favorite thing about SimiHaze Beauty’s “Easy Lash” Mascara is that it’s made with rose water and rose oil, allowing it to fully coat your lashes in conditioning ingredients that leave them nourished long after the product leaves your eyes.
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