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Say goodbye to clumps and hello to beautiful, fluttery lashes.

Side-by-side of three non-clumping mascaras we recommend, Cover Girl, Ilia, and Tower 28, being used on a single tester

Byrdie / Amanda Rosenthal

The formula doesn’t smudge, flake, or clump.

This pick is a great everyday option that still offers a lift.

I critiqued each on its formulation, wand, program, removal process, longevity, and overall wear.

Victoria Beckham Beauty Vast Lash Mascara

PHOTO: Violet Grey

The choices ahead will up your lash game without clumping.

The bristles hugged my lashes from base to tip, instantly lifting them and brushing out any product buildup.

The final result was a flirty, fluttery look that exceeded my expectations.

Siteloop: Persons eyelashes after using Victoria Beckham Beauty Vast Lash Mascara

I’ve tried dozens of drugstore wands, but none have reigned in this many compliments.

While this mascara isn’t going to deliver dramatic results, it’s the ultimate everyday option.

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Benefit Cosmetics They’re Real!

CoverGirl Lash Blast Volume Mascara

PHOTO: Ulta

Meet Benefit Cosmetics They’re Real Lengthening Mascara.

Formulated with a smooth and clump-free design, the product feels weightless on the eyelashes.

you could wiggle the flexible brush from the bottom to the top of each lash to achieve extreme length.

Siteloop: Persons eyelashes after using Covergirl Lash Blast Mascara

Since I have finer lashes, it was a perfect match for me.

My lashes looked so long that someone asked if I was using a newlash serum.

It immediately defined my lashes, giving them an elongating boost.

Benefit Cosmetics They’re Real! Lengthening Mascara

PHOTO: Target

This baby does all that and more.

The flexible wand wiggles up my lashes and creates an impactful curl.

The effect is a droop-free, fanned-out look that accentuates even the tiniest lashes.

Siteloop: Persons eyelashes after using Benefit Cosmetics They’re Real! Lengthening Mascara

The only caveat is that this mascara is more difficult to remove than others.

I recommend using an effectiveeye makeup removerto make the process easier.

But don’t be fooled; this pick is anything but boring.

L’Oréal Paris Telescopic Original Mascara

PHOTO: Amazon

This fan-favorite seamlessly coats lashes from root to tip, exuding a my-lashes-but-better look.

I love reaching for this staple onnatural makeupdays.

This mascara magically wrapped my lashes in a lengthening and clump-free formula.

Siteloop: Persons eyelashes after using L’Oreal Paris Telescopic Mascara

Luckily, this ophthalmologist-tested product from Ilia didn’t cause any irritation or redness.

The end result is gorgeous, velvety lashes.

Best of all, I love that the pigment is easy to remove at the end of the night.

Tower28 MakeWaves Lengthening + Volumizing Mascara in Drift

PHOTO: Sephora

Non-clumping mascaras are formulated and designed to separate and comb through lashes to prevent any clumping.

Removal depends on the mascara’s formula.

For most mascaras, your standardface washand water should remove the product from your eyes.

Siteloop: Persons eyelashes after using Tower28 MakeWaves Lengthening + Volumizing Mascara

“For waterproof mascaras, having a greateye makeup removeris imperative,” Stern says.

TheFDArecommends replacing mascara three months after purchase due to the dangers of microbial growth and potential eye infections.

Begin by wiggling the wand horizontally from root to tip.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Lengthening Mascara in True Brown

PHOTO: Amazon

Repeat and wiggle until your lashes are covered to your liking.

However, you may need to do an extra coat with this method.

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Amanda Rosenthalis a writer at Byrdie.

Siteloop: Persons eyelashes after using Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High

Glossier Lash Slick Lift and Lengthening Mascara

PHOTO: Glossier

Siteloop: Persons eyelashes after using Glossier Lash Slick Mascara - Brown shade

Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara

PHOTO: Thrive Causemetics

Siteloop: Persons eyelashes after using Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara

ILIA Limitless Lash Lengthening Clean Mascara

PHOTO: Sephora

Siteloop: Persons eyelashes after using ILIA Limitless Lash Mascara