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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Mascara https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:54:05 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Lisa on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara/page/2#post-1687650 Thu, 30 Jun 2016 14:02:28 +0000 Lisa 1687650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I often have these same issues.  I find Lancome's Definicil's works best for me. Inge on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara/page/2#post-1687606 Thu, 30 Jun 2016 11:58:58 +0000 Inge 1687606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks for starting this thread, BrieN. I had to stop wearing mascara due to an eye problem, but now want to have a go again. Most mascaras smudge on me as well, and after reading all the good things about the tube variation, I just ordered one from Blinc. Very curious to try it out. BrieN on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara/page/2#post-1687502 Thu, 30 Jun 2016 04:07:44 +0000 BrieN 1687502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thank you, Anna, for the recommendation. It sounds like the Loreal is up to the task! rabbit: I wish I could understand your eye makeup a little better, with the white and brown. I would try that for sure.  BrieN on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara/page/2#post-1687501 Thu, 30 Jun 2016 04:05:07 +0000 BrieN 1687501@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Scarlet: I read your descriptions of lashes and mascara with wonder. Honestly, I just started wearing mascara a few months ago. Before that, I had the odd mascara I'd dig out every 4-5 months. I've never given my eyelashes much thought and even less thought about what type of look I'm after.  The best I can say is that I like it when I curl my eyelashes with an eyelash curler and I like black mascara especially because the ends of my lashes are light. Now that I think about it though,  I would guess that my lashes are at least regular length but maybe sparse compared to others. So that would mean a mascara that "fills in" my lashes somehow?  Scarlet on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara/page/2#post-1687445 Thu, 30 Jun 2016 01:03:41 +0000 Scarlet 1687445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Brie, I did not know until I used it. It comes off just with warm water in big long pieces. annagybe on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1687443 Thu, 30 Jun 2016 00:53:02 +0000 annagybe 1687443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like L'oreal double extend, it's in a red & white tube. It's their tube mascara. Works through long shifts at hospital. Remove with warm water rabbit on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1687256 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 19:08:00 +0000 rabbit 1687256@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I need to try the tube mascaras.   I use benefit roller lash mascara, it's not waterproof, but doesn't seem to smudge or flake unless I forget and rub my eyes (which usually happens right before bed).   I had very fine/short lower lashes so I didn't try mascara on them until recently, when I discovered that the seemed to be growing a little more substantial when I used the benefit on them.  Now I line my inside lower lid with an off-white liner and I use mascara and a tiny bit of brown liner at my lower lash line.  It makes my eyes look a lot bigger, but doesn't work without the pale inner liner. K. Period. on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1687229 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 18:40:03 +0000 K. Period. 1687229@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ BrieN, that would be hilarious, to do a post about my mascara wardrobe.  I think mascara is one of the ultimate "your mileage may vary" beauty items, though.  Lash shape and density for a starter makes it really hard.  I have short short short lashes, very straight with no curl and not a lot of density.  I loooooove thick, dense lash looks, but sometimes go for other styles.  I might wear something that gives me thinner individually defined lashes if I'm going for a fresh faced minimal makeup look.   With tubing mascaras, I generally find that the water part is essential, although micellar water is sufficient.  Regular makeup remover loosens the tubing mascara, but it really doesn't release entirely until you splash it with water, at least in my experience.  (BTW, I'm wearing Trish Mcevoy's tubing mascara today because this post made me think of it!)       What has been your favorite mascara for lash look so far?  Ignore the smudging issue.  If you could choose your favorite and make it unsmudgeable, which one would it be?  Also, what type of lashes do you have and what type of lashes do you want?    Beth on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1687119 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 15:24:13 +0000 Beth 1687119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've also been on the search recently. I did not have any luck with: <ul> <li>Dior Iconic Overcurl (clumps on second coat and is spidery)</li> <li>Maybelline Lash Sensational (little volume, ok length)</li> <li>Diorshow (little volume, ok length, the rose scent irritates my eyes)</li> </ul> I've had better luck with: <ul> <li>Lancome Definicils</li> <li>Cover Girl Lash Blast Volume</li> </ul> There are good reviews at makeupalley.com and beautypedia.com. Also, the Sweethome did a nice review of mascaras, including how they're made and what makes a good product: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://thesweethome.com/reviews/best-mascara/">http://thesweethome.com/reviews/best-mascara/</a> I've found that with age, mascara tends to migrate over the course of the day when this never used to be an issue. Tubing mascaras may be the next on the list to try! lisaflex on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1687002 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 11:44:00 +0000 lisaflex 1687002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ i like lancome definicils  also loreal telescopic does not smudge at all!!! Jeanie on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686969 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 09:17:30 +0000 Jeanie 1686969@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have quite a few different mascaras in my collection of makeup but I tend to rub my eyes and find that most of them flake off.  My favorite for no flaking or raccoon eyes is Lancome Hypnose Waterproof.  It is great for adding volume and doesn't rub off.   Jane on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686940 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 05:11:52 +0000 Jane 1686940@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love mascara. I've tried lots. My fav at the moment is Chanel - I just need a couple of coats, it sticks on very well!  Gigi on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686923 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 04:22:54 +0000 Gigi 1686923@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Lots of great suggestions. Maybe you could also try an eyelash primer before applying the mascara. I want to say that when I use primer first, I don't get so much smudging. The primer really adheres well to the mascara. I have been using Jane Iredale last primer and the Jane Iredale Longest Lash mascara. I'm not sure how this primer works with other brands of mascara, however. deb on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686893 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 03:23:48 +0000 deb 1686893@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have been on the search for the perfect mascara for the past few months. Last month, Nordstrom had a buy two get one free on any brand. I am picky about the wand because if it is too large I end up with mascara on my drooping eyelids. The SA and I found three, a Lacombe, a Clinique, and a Bobbi Brown. I find that if I use the Bobbi brown for the first coat and follow with the Lancome for the second, I get the best results. I sometimes I change out the Bobbi brown with the Clinique but think this combo might be better for cooler weather. Suz on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686883 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 03:07:46 +0000 Suz 1686883@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I adore the Lancome mascaras and they offer a great range -- but I developed an allergy to them.   I've always had sensitive skin but my lashes/ eyelids were pretty immune to that for decades. No more.  I also tried (and really liked) some of the Maybelline products before I moved to Lancome -- but, yup, you guessed it. That's how I wound up at the Lancome counter.  Now I am using Clinique Lash Power. <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sephora.com/lash-power-mascara-long-wearing-formula-P206900">http://www.sephora.com/lash-po.....la-P206900</a>    It sounds a lot like the one Viva recommends. It lasts through everything and does not smear or smudge but comes off easily with water -- and, bonus, I am not allergic to it.  The downside is that it does not build volume like some others. My lashes are short and undistinguished and this really only colours them so they are not invisible, vs. "bumping" them up. However, non-smeary, non-irritated eyes are worth it to me. I figure if I ever really need to pull out the stops I could try fake lashes.  elpgal on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686871 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 02:36:55 +0000 elpgal 1686871@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Tube mascara - I haven't tried Viva's recos but like Blinc and the Maybelline version. SandyG on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686848 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 02:03:10 +0000 SandyG 1686848@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Any mascara formulation is going to vary depending on your eyelashes. I have long, fine ones that I curl before applying product, and too many of the mascaras are wet, heavy and drag down the fine lashes, leaving unintended spider-y results instead of a classic 'fanned out' lashes lining the eye. (after decades of mascara 'research' and a 401K worth of expense) I settled on Diorshow the classic non-waterproof one. Estee Lauder had a teddy bear brush that I liked but the product practically dripped off my eyes. Dior's brush is less plush but the mascara is workable and stays in place for me. I dust my lashes ever-so-lightly with powder before applying to help the mascara dry faster, which keeps the curl. My dream would be to choose my preferred brush -- and then combine with my preferred mascara. Which would never smudge or migrate! BrieN on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686836 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 01:39:14 +0000 BrieN 1686836@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Will the tube type of mascara come off with makeup remover or only with water? K.Period. I can't imagine knowing so much about mascara that you can choose your look. I'd love to see a post about this.  Scarlet - thank you for the link. How did you know this was a tube-type? I don't see it in the explanation. What wording am I looking for? Angie on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686805 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 00:28:30 +0000 Angie 1686805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ YAY. I'm loving the sound of that, BrieN. Truly, everybody looks better with a good dose of mascara.  rachylou on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686797 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 00:17:01 +0000 rachylou 1686797@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wait, what is tube mascara? Scarlet on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686765 Tue, 28 Jun 2016 23:06:31 +0000 Scarlet 1686765@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have had great luck with Lancome mascaras. I have tried a few of them and all were fantastic. The latest I tried seems to be the "tube" kind of mascara that swells and falls off in water (link below). I think Blinc was the originator of that technology, but I never tried it, although I hear it is good. Also maybe avoid moisturising in the eye area in the morning. That makes a big difference for me. <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.lancome.co.uk/_en/_gb/make-up/eyes/mascara/hypnose-volume-a-porter-16201o.aspx">http://www.lancome.co.uk/_en/_.....6201o.aspx</a>  K. Period. on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686748 Tue, 28 Jun 2016 22:42:41 +0000 K. Period. 1686748@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm with Viva in the tubing mascara camp. They are really amazing!  I use the Trish Mcevoy one.  They stick until you RUB them vigorously with warm water.  So they are waterproof in most circumstances, but wash off very cleanly.  (Confession: I love mascaras and have about seven open right now so that I can choose my look for the day.)  Lancome's waterproof ones are very good too, plus you can often pick them up with a gift with purchase, which makes it particularly fun!  BrieN on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686741 Tue, 28 Jun 2016 22:26:08 +0000 BrieN 1686741@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ ClaraT - I have spent a little time on MakeUpAlley but manage to overwhelm myself with information. Maybe now with some targeted searches I will be able to use it to its best advantage. Angie- I have started wearing mascara every day pretty much since joining YLF. It's one of the first big changes I made. So I am committed as well, to finding the right one.  Thank you.  BrieN on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686740 Tue, 28 Jun 2016 22:23:46 +0000 BrieN 1686740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Banoffi - I also have allergies... No Wonder all my mascara smudges with the various issues I have going on!  I will read up on the Estee Lauder -- how could I not with a name like that! Viva - I completely agree with you about the raccoon eyes. I am needing to wear a lot of concealer under my eyes because of darkness and I abhor the thought of adding any type of shadowing underneath there.  Thank you for the recommendation.  viva on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686725 Tue, 28 Jun 2016 21:50:32 +0000 viva 1686725@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ BrieN, I don't think all tube mascaras are alike. I tried Blink, which is sold at Sephora, and I had to toss it because it got very wet and clumpy. If anything, Kevyn Aucoin's is on the lighter, drier side, but I like a more natural mascara.  I simply use more liner if I want a more dolled-up look because I have gotten so I can't stand raccoon eyes. I think it's worse as you get older and your eyes get more crinkly. For me, the cleaner, the better. ClaraT on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686721 Tue, 28 Jun 2016 21:48:01 +0000 ClaraT 1686721@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ (follow-up comment): I've heard good things about the tube mascara but I haven't tried it. I find MakeUpAlley another good resource for product reviews (you have probably looked there, but I'm just mentioning it on the off chance that you don't know about it)! BrieN on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686717 Tue, 28 Jun 2016 21:44:18 +0000 BrieN 1686717@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ viva - I have never heard of tube mascara and am now reallly curious about it. That may be a great solution for me. ClaraT - I wear powder right under my eyelashes and on top of my under eye concealer. Maybe my concealer is part of the problem... Angie on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686716 Tue, 28 Jun 2016 21:43:10 +0000 Angie 1686716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I LOVE mascara, and am committed to YSL's Babydoll. I wear the blue.  Banoffi on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686688 Tue, 28 Jun 2016 20:53:37 +0000 Banoffi 1686688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ My mascara always smudges as I have allergies and my eyes tend to water a lot.  I just started using Estee Lauder's Double Wear Zero-Smudge Lengthening Mascara and LOVE it.  It doesn't give quite the volume of other mascaras I've tried, but it doesn't smudge or flake and is really easy to remove. The downside is that it is expensive. ClaraT on "Mascara" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mascara#post-1686686 Tue, 28 Jun 2016 20:51:52 +0000 ClaraT 1686686@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have longish lashes and for two decades I thought the only solution to underage smudging was hourly wiping! I tried drugstore mascara, high end mascara--they all wore about the same (and I hate removing the waterproof stuff). Then I figured out that for me, the key is not the mascara itself but rather applying a thin layer of powder right under my eyes. I use Maybelline Soft and Full mascara (which is perfectly fine but frankly nothing special) and a swipe of NARS light reflecting powder (applied with a small soft brush; $$ but lasts forever) directly under my lower lashes. Voila! No more smears and easy removal with a gentle face soap.