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Strong enough to withstand allergy season, a breakup, or a sweaty workout session.
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Celebrity makeup artistNatalie Dreshertells us a higher-priced luxury mascara doesnt necessarily equate to a higher-quality product.
During testing, we evaluatedthe applicator wand, ingredients, and performanceof each one.
We also clocked the effects of the mascara, includingvolume, length, lash separation, andease of removal.
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It only took a couple of coats to give our lashes exquisite length and definition.
It wasn’t super volumizing, but that wasn’t a dealbreaker.
What we did see werefluttery lashesthat gave us that perfect wide-eyed (in a cute way) look.
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We love how it goes on smoothly and evenly, lengthens the lashes, anddoesnt smudge or flake.
It also does a great job of separating eyelashes, leaving themlooking voluminous without clumping.
The only thing we didnt love was the consistencyits on the thinner side.
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We found the formula went on smoothly andeasily built upon itselfwith extra applications for a more dramatic look.
The brush does a great job oflifting and separating the lasheswithout leaving any clumps behind.
We also like that it applies mascara evenly and lifts and separates lashes.
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As for the mascara itself, its a total hit.
We also appreciate that it doesnt clump and that it stays in place throughout the day.
Its such a fantastic mascara, we just wish it was available in more colors.
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The formula is made withjojoba complexand ProVitamin B5, which helps lashes stay nourished and hydrated.
This mascara definitely delivers aclump-free, long-lasting look.
Even though its advertised as a volumizing formula, we found it alsohelps eyelashes look flutteryand glamorous.
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Yet somehow itcomes off easily withmakeup removerand doesnt have to be scrubbed off.
Our only complaint is that we wish the applicator wand separated the lashes a little better.
The formula is also super light and dries quickly without being sticky or clumpy.
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We liked the applicator wand that comes with this mascara, too.
Another thing that really stands out about this product is the applicator wand.
Its shorter in length with a cone shape thatlifts and separates lashes well.
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Also, since its shorter, we found the applicator was easier to control than longer wands.
Big Bad Lash Waterproof Mascara.
However, we did notice some minor flaking and smudging on occasion.
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The applicator wand is also a little larger than wed like.
In some cases, Posley says waterproof mascara can damage the lashes due to thedrying effect of daily use.
Dr. Kachniarz recommends using an oil-based makeup remover thats specifically designed for waterproof products.
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In our experience, they absolutely do.
However, Posley says the luxury brands may give a shot to differentiate themselves with tweaks to key features.
She also tests products and services so she can stand behind her recommendations.
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She’s also a mom of two and occasionally covers family-related content.
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