13 best mascaras

Review of the best according to the editorial board. About selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Not everyone got thick long eyelashes by nature, but you really want your look to always be expressive. Mascara comes to the rescue, which will solve any problems: lengthen, add volume, twist. Today it is already difficult to surprise sophisticated women of fashion with something. But the manufacturers do not stop and create new products in ultra-fashionable shades with brushes of unique shapes, which take their rightful place in the cosmetic bags of girls who are not afraid to experiment and come up with interesting looks.

What types of mascara are currently on the beauty industry market?

1. Lengthening. The elastic fibers included in the composition are layered on top of each other with each tint. As a result, the eyelashes stretch, look natural and natural. The effect is achieved with a special brush shape.
2. Volumetric. The most popular look that can not only create volume, but also make the look more expressive. This mascara is mainly used for evening make-up, although some girls use it during the day.
3. Twisting. They are able to make straight, naughty eyelashes curved in an instant. The special components included in the composition, when dried, form an invisible film that tightens and curls the cilia.
4. Waterproof. Carcasses are indispensable for exercising in the pool and swimming in reservoirs. They don't smudge or flow. Make-up stays on until you remove it with a special waterproof makeup remover.
5. Hypoallergenic. Many of the types listed above are labeled this way and are suitable for sensitive skin. But there are special mascaras that are created for people prone to allergic reactions and with serious eye and skin diseases.

Tips for choosing mascara

A few tips from experts will facilitate the difficult choice among the variety of products presented and will help you save time when shopping.

1. A type. Choose volume or length mascara, long-lasting for water sports or leisure, depending on your situation or your preference.
2. Colour. Classic black is suitable for any output. Brown or gray will accentuate the look of blondes or brown-haired women. Purple, blue, shimmery are designed to create trendy makeup.
3. Brush. The result directly depends on its shape. If volume is needed, then this is a short and thick brush, for lengthening it is elongated and thin. Popular shapes: sphere, spiral, oval, cone, ball. The material of manufacture can be different: nylon, plastic, silicone, rubber.
4. Composition. Refined petroleum products can not only cause irritation, but also more serious skin and eye diseases. Mascara with this composition will weaken the lashes, which often leads to loss. Safe ingredients: water, soot, mastic, wax, natural oils, vitamins.
5. Smell. A sharp unpleasant odor indicates either the expiration date or the chemical fragrances included in the composition. Choose mascara with a light or no scent if you have a particularly sensitive sense of smell.
6. Manufacturer. Well-known brands guarantee product safety and health safety. During production, all products undergo strict quality control. The means of an unknown brand should be treated with caution and checked for their hypoallergenicity.

Further, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the rating of the best mascaras, which were positively appreciated by makeup artists and real customers.

Rating of the best mascaras

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best inexpensive mascara	1	NYX Professional Make Up The Skinny Mascara	299 r
	2	Eva Mosaic Fashion Look	494 r
	3	Bourjois Glamor Ultra Curl	508 RUB
Best mascara for volume	1	Helena Rubinstein Lash Queen Wonder Blacks	RUB 1,653
	2	Max Factor False Lash Effect	642 RUB
	3	Eva Mosaic Zoom Lashes 5D	368 RUB
Best lengthening mascara	1	Tom Ford Ultra Length Mascara	RUB 3,900
	2	NYX Professional Make Up Lush Lashes Mascara Stacked	RUB 620
	3	Rimmel Extra Long Lash	260 RUB
Best waterproof mascara	1	Helena Rubinstein Lash Queen Feline Blacks Waterproof	RUB 2,536
	2	SEPHORA COLLECTION Outrageous Curl	RUB 790
	3	Max Factor 2000 Calorie Waterproof	466 r
	4	Bourjois Volume Reveal	655 RUB

Best inexpensive mascara

Many people think that the low price is the only plus for budget cosmetics. Well-known brands have long proven that this is not the case. The products are not only effective in creating makeup, but also have a safe composition, often suitable for sensitive people. Mascaras create the necessary volume and lengthening, emphasize the expressiveness of the eyes, make them visually larger. Below we present decent inexpensive products that will appeal not only for their cost, but also for their quality.

NYX Professional Make Up The Skinny Mascara

Rating: 4.8

For lovers of clearly defined eyelashes, the American brand NYX Professional has created a special mascara that covers the most difficult to reach areas. Now the roots and tips are equally colored, even the shortest hairs are not ignored.

The composition includes nourishing ingredients that take care of the eyelashes, give them strength and elasticity, and prevent hair loss. With a miniature brush with ultra short bristles, you can create the perfect makeup in just a few strokes. At the same time, eyelashes do not stick together, they look natural, as if without the participation of decorative cosmetics.

Make Up The Skinny Mascara is suitable for daily use, ideal for daytime make-up. The miniature packaging is convenient to take on the road, it does not take up much space in the smallest cosmetic bag.

Advantages

• maximum staining;

• road option;

• convenient brush shape;

• natural makeup;

disadvantages

• small volume.

Eva Mosaic Fashion Look

Rating: 4.7

A charming look and a perfect make-up can be achieved with the following mascara included in our rating. With Fashion Look, you can create both light daytime and evening festive makeup. Depending on the number of layers applied, natural or voluminous lashes are obtained.

The conical shape of the brush carefully paints and separates the eyelashes. The narrow tip captures small hairs from the inner side, the wide one twists the outer corner. As a result, the look becomes more open and expressive.

The girls note a light neutral smell, the duration of use of one package and the ease of application. Also, a big plus for many was the versatility of the tool, which is suitable for creating various images.

Advantages

• several options for the volume of eyelashes;

• special shape of the brush;

• combs and separates;

• paints over hard-to-reach places;

disadvantages

• the brush builds up too much pigment.

Bourjois Glamor Ultra Curl

Rating: 4.6

The creation of beautiful curved and voluminous eyelashes is no longer a problem. Beloved by many Russian girls, the brand has released an ultra curling mascara with natural ingredients for an unsurpassed result. Glamor Ultra Curl guarantees a charming look and perfect make-up.

The brush has a curved shape. The creamy texture is easy to apply, does not dry out right away, allows you to touch up your makeup or apply new layers. One coat is enough to lengthen and pigment fine, light cilia. With several layers, an excellent volume is obtained, every hair is painted over. Eyelashes are non-sticky, combed and separated.

The large volume of 12 ml and the low cost makes the mascara stand out from many budget funds. The stylish design of the packaging was especially noted, which will take its rightful place in the cosmetic bag of any fashionista.

Advantages

• twists well;

• affordable price;

• does not contain parabens;

• does not crumble;

disadvantages

• not detected.

The best mascaras for volume lashes

Mascara for adding volume is in the arsenal of every woman. It is especially relevant for those whom nature has not rewarded with thick eyelashes, but so want to make their eyes more open and expressive. We have included 3 products in the rating, which, for sure, will be appreciated, especially since these are the mascaras that make-up artists recommend to create magnificent volume.

Helena Rubinstein Lash Queen Wonder Blacks

Rating: 4.9

The French luxury make-up company Helena Rubinstein presents mascara with which you can create luxurious volume, paint over all cilia from root to tip, and make a great make-up effortlessly.

The specially shaped 360 bristle brush helps to add volume with every layer applied. It captures the optimal amount of pigment and releases it without residue. Eyelashes do not stick together, have a clear bend, retain their original appearance throughout the day. A special nourishing formula with ceramides and pro-keratin strengthens them from the inside, after a month of daily use, a visible effect can be observed.

The gold case with automatic opening has received special attention from the users. Mascara can be removed well with makeup remover without much rubbing.

Advantages

• rich pigmentation;

• excellent durability;

• 'royal' volume;

• patented brush shape;

disadvantages

• high price.

Max Factor False Lash Effect

Rating: 4.8

False Lash Effect mascara is really the advice of professionals. If you want to get the effect of false eyelashes without visiting a beauty salon, then the Max Factor product is exactly what you need. The silicone brush with fine fibers paints over thoroughly, making the look more expressive with each layer. After drying, the mascara does not crumble, does not stain the eyelids, and lasts for a long time.

The nourishing complex with panthenol cares for, prevents breakage and shedding, makes each hair strong and elastic. The composition is hypoallergenic, suitable for sensitive skin.

Many girls emphasized that even with prolonged use, the tube looks neat, golden inscriptions do not erase, it is pleasant to keep it in a cosmetic bag. According to reviews, the mascara does not dry out, but only thickens a little over time.

Advantages

• alternative to false eyelashes;

• does not leave marks and does not crumble;

• does not make it heavier;

• nutritional complex;

disadvantages

• not detected.

Eva Mosaic Zoom Lashes 5D

Rating: 4.7

The rating includes an innovative mascara of the Russian brand, which extremely increases the volume, lengthens, twists and separates, creating an ideal image. Zoom Lashes 5D is a great replacement for false eyelashes. The product is talc and paraben free. Nutrients regenerate each lash from the inside, preventing their loss.

The brush is made of silicone, the large size allows you to paint over the entire area in one stroke. The creamy texture spreads easily, does not form lumps, does not crumble after drying.

The longevity of the mascara is average. According to reviews, it will last all day if high humidity is avoided. It can be easily removed with any make-up remover, leaves no residue. The silver tube attracts attention, stands out favorably among other products.

Advantages

• excellent volume;

• affordable price;

• comfortable brush;

• bright packaging design;

disadvantages

• dries quickly in a tube.

Best lengthening mascara

With short lashes, it is very difficult to create the perfect look with an expressive look. This is where mascara comes in with a lengthening effect. It contains natural or synthetic fibers, which, after drying, form a film that visually stretches the cilia. Manufacturers often develop unique recipes that are kept secret, and produce products that can delight any fashionista.

Tom Ford Ultra Length Mascara

Rating: 4.9

American luxury cosmetics brand Tom Ford has made a gift for all girls, creating a super black Ultra Length Mascara with maximum lengthening effect. With its help, you can make a natural daytime makeup for every day or an evening make-up.

A classic brush of a standard size takes just as much pigment as needed for one application and paints over each hair. The melting light texture is evenly distributed, does not roll. High durability due to the presence of special ingredients in the composition.

Mascara does not spread even in high humidity and hot weather, while it can be easily removed with any make-up remover. It has a subtle pleasant aroma. A brown glossy tube with a gold stripe will take its rightful place in a cosmetic bag.

Advantages

• excellent lengthening effect;

• nice smell;

• the intensity of the coloring pigment;

• coal black shade;

disadvantages

• high price.

NYX Professional Make Up Lush Lashes Mascara Stacked

Rating: 4.8

This is not the first NYX product we have included in our ranking. Make Up Lush Lashes Mascara Stacked of intense black color gives expressiveness to the look, creates an exciting curl of long beautiful lashes. The caring formula with panthenol, collagen and keratin strengthens, protects against dryness and brittleness.

The brush consists of long and short silicone bristles. Thanks to this, mascara not only lengthens, but also adds volume, curls and separates. The limiter leaves the optimal amount of pigment on the brush for one application. The product will appeal to those who do not like persistent perfumed aromas, it has no smell at all.

The users highlighted the optimal consistency, which is not completely liquid at the beginning and not dry after a few weeks after opening the tube. The mascara holds well, does not crumble, does not form lumps and does not leave marks on the eyelids.

Advantages

• elongation and volume;

• economical consumption;

• thorough staining;

• extra black shade;

disadvantages

• not detected.

Rimmel Extra Long Lash

Rating: 4.7

Instant lengthening of even very short eyelashes guarantees Extra Long Lash of the popular British brand. Intense pigment delivers rich blacks in one stroke of the brush.

The manufacturer paid special attention to the nutritional complex, which contains useful ingredients: beeswax and carnauba wax, vitamin E, keratin, olive oil. After several weeks of application, changes are visually visible: the cilia are strong, their growth is enhanced.

A flexible cone-shaped silicone brush with frequently spaced bristles paints and brushes the hairs well and prevents them from sticking together. Good durability, intense elongation and meticulous separation – Rimmel mascara can boast of these qualities. The budget price will be another plus in the characteristics of this mascara.

Advantages

• lengthening in one application;

• low price;

• completely colors eyelashes;

• persistent pigment;

disadvantages

• not detected.

Best waterproof mascara

Every woman has repeatedly faced a situation when mascara, which has never failed, treacherously began to flow and leave marks on the eyelids. This problem could be solved by a product with a waterproof composition. This type is especially relevant during a hot period, during swimming or playing sports. To be sure of the result and not be disappointed with your purchase, we have compiled a rating of the best products with moisture protection for you.

Helena Rubinstein Lash Queen Feline Blacks Waterproof

Rating: 4.9

The Helena Rubinstein product will give you incredible volume, lengthening and highlighting of each lash. Jojoba oil and panthenol enhance growth and strengthen, protect against negative influences. The texture of medium density is evenly distributed, does not crumble after drying.

The long-lasting waterproof effect allows the use of mascara in saunas, solariums, swimming pools without the risk of washing off and the appearance of fingerprints. The thickened brush paints over all hard-to-reach areas without leaving a single hair unattended.

Packaging with a leopard print will appeal to those who not only appreciate the high-quality composition of the content, but also what it is dressed in. An interesting point: the pattern is applied to each package individually, so all tubes have their own unique pattern.

Advantages

• high level of durability;

• original packaging design;

• elongation, volume, separation;

• paints over all cilia;

disadvantages

• high price.

SEPHORA COLLECTION Outrageous Curl

Rating: 4.8

You can add a charcoal black to your lashes with the SEPHORA COLLECTION Outrageous Curl. Excellent elongation, amazing bend, high durability distinguish this brand from many other products of this type.

The main feature that allows you to achieve perfect separation and staining of each lash is a mini-brush with small stiff bristles. After a few applications, you can get the effect of 'doll eyes'. The caring complex strengthens, gives strength, reduces fragility and loss.

Makeup artists recommend this mascara as one of the best waterproof products. Positive feedback from women absolutely confirms this. For many, the Outrageous Curl has become an indispensable attribute when traveling on vacation. An interesting package in the form of a volumetric spiral was also noted.

Advantages

• high persistence factor;

• economical consumption;

• nutritional formula;

• twists well;

disadvantages

• not detected.

Max Factor 2000 Calorie Waterproof

Rating: 4.7

Unlike the previous mascara from the rating, the Max Factor product creates a dizzying volume that remains in any weather. It does not contain fragrances, so 2000 Calorie Waterproof can be used for sensitive skin and eyes, and is also recommended for contact lens wearers.

A rich shade can be achieved thanks to the intensity of the pigment, which covers the natural color of the eyelashes the first time. The volume depends on the number of layers, and the texture of medium density does not stick together, the classic straight brush combes well and separates the hairs.

Reviews confirm the lasting effect: mascara lasts up to 24 hours. Removal is possible only with specialized products for this type of makeup. The users praised the minimum consumption and ease of application.

Advantages

• high waterproof level;

• budget price;

• hypoallergenic composition;

• intense pigmentation;

disadvantages

• not detected.

Bourjois Volume Reveal

Rating: 4.7

Long loved by many, the Bourjois brand has created not just mascara for adding volume, but also an effective waterproof tool that will help make-up stay unchanged in all weather conditions, as well as after swimming in ponds and visiting a sauna or solarium.

The packaging has an interesting design: a triangular shape and a small magnifying mirror located on one of the edges. Now it is possible to touch up your makeup even on the road. A large silicone brush with long bristles picks up and releases pigment well, colors over each hair, separates, creates an exciting curve.

The girls speak extremely positively about the carcass. Especially noteworthy is its durability, extra volume, application without lumps and gluing, coal black color with reflective particles.

Advantages

• excellent waterproof effect;

• mirror on a tube;

• intense black color;

• volume without gluing;

disadvantages

• not detected.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.