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No eyelash curler needed.

Collage of three views of a person wearing and applying curling mascara

Byrdie / Ashley Rebecca

It left my lashes thick, fluffy, and curledjust how I prefer.

For curl and separation, my top pick is theBenefit Cosmetics Roller Lash Mascara.

Its unique wand can help curl and define even the most stubborn eyelashes.

Essence Lash Princess Curl & Volume Mascara

PHOTO: Ulta

Finding a curlingmascarathat can curl, lift, andlengthenall in one formula is no easy feat.

For those with straight lashes, however, its a must for an impactful eye look.

Almost too many options are available, so I tested dozens of curling mascaras to find the best formulas.

Site Loop: Person’s lashes before and after using Essence Lash Princess Curl & Volume Mascara.

Keep reading to see my favorites.

The brush is curved and holds a lot of product, and my lashes looked thicker instantly after applying.

Fluffy, curled lashes are my favorite, so this mascara stood out.

Tarte Tartelette Tubing Mascara

PHOTO: Sephora

This curling mascara gets the job done, and the brush is nice and thick to reach every eyelash.

Even with a few coats, there wasno clumpinganother major bonus.

I also noticed zero flaking, which is rare for adrugstore formula.

Site Loop: Person’s lashes before and after using Tarte Cosmetics Tartelette Tubing Mascara.

This formula looks beautiful on every throw in of lash, from short to long.

Apply one to three coats for best results, and the wand rolls up the lashes with zero issues.

With a slightly curved rubber wand, the formula glides on smoothly and effortlessly.

Sephora Benefit Cosmetics Roller Lash Curling Mascara

PHOTO: Sephora

They looked more curled than usual, creating a separated, spidery look.

The key to applying this mascara is to do it slowly, as the wand is very flexible.

I recommend pumping the wand a few times into the tube before system to get the best results.

Site Loop: Person’s lashes before and after using Benefit Cosmetics Roller Lash.

The wand grips the lashes and allows for an even distribution of product, which is immediately noticeable.

Best for Short Lashes

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Since my lashes are longer, I had to apply it in two separate sections to get thatfalse lasheffect.

Fenty Beauty Hella Thicc Volumizing Mascara

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But once it was applied, my lashes looked great.

After two coats, my lashes looked dramatically different, and the price is unbeatable.

I also loved that I only needed one tool to see curling and lengthening benefits.

Site Loop: Person’s lashes before and after using Fenty Beauty Full Frontal Volume, Lift & Curl Mascara.

Here is what I considered while testing each of the mascaras featured.

To provide accurate insights, I did not use an eyelash curler during the testing period.

Its standard practice to apply one to three coats of curling mascara, but each formula is unique.

Sephora Collection Love The Lift Instant Curl & Lifting Volume Mascara

PHOTO: Sephora

She has extensive experience researching, testing, and reviewing makeup and skincare products.

Site Loop: Person’s lashes before and after using Sephora Collection Love the Lift Curling + Volumizing Mascara.

Sephora Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-eyes Volumizing and Curling Mascara

PHOTO: Sephora

Site Loop: Person’s lashes before and after using Charlotte Tillbury Exagger-eyes Volumizing and Curling Mascara.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara

PHOTO: Amazon

Site Loop: Person’s lashes before and after using Maybelline Sky High Mascara.

L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Panorama Mascara

PHOTO: Amazon

Site Loop: Person’s lashes before and after using L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Original Curved Brush Mascara.

e.l.f. Lash N' Roll Mascara in Brown

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Site Loop: Person’s lashes before and after using e.l.f. Lash N' Roll Curling & Lifting Mascara.

Iris&Romeo Lash Up Peptide Volumizing, Curling & Lengthening Mascara

PHOTO: Sephora

Site Loop: Person’s lashes before and after using Iris & Romeo Lash Up Peptide Volumizing, Curling, and Lengthening Mascara.

A Byrdie writer applying a mascara

Byrdie / Ashley Rebecca