In this article, L'Oreal Volume Mascara comes out on top. “I use this mascara all the time and it is a staple in my kit,” explains renowned makeup artist Gita Bass. "It's super black, provides incredible volume and curvature, and won't fold or peel off."

In addition to the aforementioned aspects, fellow artist Alana Wright said you can't get enough of the brushes you think are the perfect size, shape, and density "to still reach the tiny lashes on the inner and outer corners of the eye." Soft, non-abrasive formula "It won't irritate even the most sensitive eyes," says Los Angeles-based makeup artist Autumn Moltrey. Carbon Black is the most popular color, but Moultree and expert editor Akiko Owada also like to use Black Brown for a softer effect. Regarding the formula's inclusive appeal, Owada said, "The lashes are easy to manage, not clumpy, clump-free, and easy to manage.

Benefits

• Bold, volume building mascara for up to 5x fuller and thicker lashes
  
  
• Separates and builds every lash
  
  
• Clump-free and smudge-resistant mascara
  
  
• Contains Panthenol and Ceramide-R and helps protect and condition lashes

Features

• The Volume Maximizing Brush quickly thickens and builds lashes evenly for a full and bold look.

Price: $9

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For bolder, more intense lashes, Covergirl's Lashblast is a must. "I love its creamy texture, which gives you volume and length instantly in one coat, and it's easy to layer it for more drama," says French makeup artist Cedric Jolivet. "I find the silicone brush [makes it easy] to grab the lashes from the root, and it totally works on short lashes!" Makeup artist William Scott, whose clientele includes Padma Lakshmi and Mette Towley, adds.

"It's perfect for those who want maximum volume on the first swipe, and with a lash comb, it can be spread over the lashes to make them more fluttery." There's just as much to love about its waterproof formula: "It will dry a bit faster, which help the eyelashes to stay curled," says Jolivet of why it’s worth the extra time spent removing it at the end of the day. "I always curl the lashes first, but I noticed a lot of mascaras don’t hold a curl and make your lashes looks heavy… not this one!"

Benefits

• Patented volume-boosting formula and patent-pending brush
  
  
• Designed to max-out each and every lash, leaving you with the ultimate big lash look
  
  
• Instant volume and fullness
  
  
• Smudge and wear-proof
  
  
• Hypoallergenic and suitable for contact lens wearers
  
  
• Cruelty Free

Price: $9.99

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Create beautiful lashes from the inside out with Neutrogena Healthy Volume Lash Plumping Mascara. This rich conditioning formula penetrates from the inside out and softens the eyelashes one by one. Supersized Visible Volume brushes cover each lash with rich, voluminous color without lumps, blemishes or flakes when viewed from the outside.

It contains volumizing mascara that makes eyelashes 400% thick and beautiful with a touch of olive oil, and sweet almonds that protect each and every eyelash. Dermatologically and ophthalmically tested, this mascara is safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers. Plus, it comes in three beautiful shades. Easily remove the mascara with Neutrogena OilFree Eye Makeup Remover or soap and water.

Benefits

• Help build beautiful, fuller lashes with the Neutrogena Healthy Volume Lash-Plumping Mascara

• Volumizing mascara helps create fuller, plumper and beautifully conditioned lashes

• Rich formula penetrates & helps plump the core of each lash for full lashes from the inside out

• Conditioning mascara is formulated to offer rich color with no clumps, smudges, or flakes

• With sweet almond to protect lashes and olive oil to penetrate within for up to 400% fuller lashes

Price: $7.49

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Maybelline NY's Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara delivers full volume and infinite length. The exclusive Flex Tower mascara brush bends to add volume and extend each lash from root to tip. A mascara formula based on bamboo extract and fiber leaves it long and thick and never heavy. Blow up sky-high lashes from all angles!

Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara provides full volume and infinite length. The exclusive Flex Tower mascara brush bends to add volume and extend each lash from root to tip. Washable mascara formula with bamboo extract and fiber creates long, full lashes without heavy weight. This mascara is available in Very Black and Blackest Black and allergy tested and suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers. It can be easily removed.

Features

• Oil-free
  
  
• Fragrance free
  
  
• Non-comedogenic
  
  
• Dermatologist tested
  
  
• Allergy-tested
  
  
• Ophthalmologist tested
  
  
• Suitable for sensitive skin

Price: $11.49

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This is a classic that we need to share! Maybelline's Great Lash Green-Pink tube is iconic, and the formula wins easily in many ways. Great Lash®BIG Washable Mascara features the lash-building Great BIG Brush and volume-building formula. Lashes look intensified after each coat without any clumps or globs.

Nylon sticks provide surprisingly good separation and length and add volume but not too much volume. It's washable, so sweat may leave some marks on the lid, but it's durable.

Benefits

• Lash-doubling formula glides on smooth
  
  
• Lash-building brush makes it easy to get a full-lash look
  
  
• Allure Readers' Choice and Best of Beauty Award Winner

Price: $6.99

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Telescopic ® Original Mascara lengthens your lashes with intense length and unique lash by lash separation. The flat side of the patented flexible Precision Brush lengthens improves up to 60%, while the comb side of the brush precisely separates lashes for a clump-free result.

L'Oréal Telescopic Mascara enhances your lashes with legendary length and ultimate definition.

Benefits

• Lengthening mascara for up to 60% longer lashes
  
  
• Fragrance-free
  
  
• Ophthalmologist-tested and allergy-tested
  
  
• Suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers
  
  

Features

• Smooth formula applies easily and smoothly
  
  
• Flexible Precision elastomer brush visibly lengthens lashes up to 60%
  
  
• The comb side of the brush precisely separates lashes for a clump-free result

Price: $10.99

Shop now: https://www.ulta.com/p/telescopic-mascara-VP12153

Want your lashes to look unreal? This is definitely another tried-and-true go to mascara. Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara is a notorious mascara from Essence, a German brand that is cruelty-free, high-quality, and affordable.

This mascara has a traditional spoolie wand that is easy to control and manipulate, and offers a lot of volume and length, with just the right amount of separation. You can really amp up the drama with this mascara, but you should bear in mind that be careful because it’s easy to overdo and end up with overly thick, spidery lashes.

Benefits

• Iconic fiber brush provides dramatic volume to lashes
  
  
• Achieve beautiful sculpted length
  
  
• Cruelty-free
  
  
• Ophthalmological tested
  
  

Formulated Without

• Animal biproducts
  
  
• Alcohol
  
  
• Oil
  
  
• Parabens
  
  
• Fragrance

Price: $4.99

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Many have drawn a comparison between Lash Paradise and Too Faced’s Better Than Sex, so if you’ve tried that mascara and liked it, this could be the best drugstore mascara for you.

L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Waterproof Mascara gives incredible volume and length for your lashes, but sometimes at the price of a bit of clumpiness if you’re not careful. This waterproof version of it is one of our L’Oréal favorites because it can hold up to nearly anything, so definitely pack it along for your next beach-side vacation.

Benefits

• Mascara for voluptuous volume and intense length
  
  
• Ophthalmologist and allergy tested
  
  
• Suitable for sensitive eyes and tested under Dermatological control for safety
  
  

Features

• Smooth glide formula provides silky volume in one coat
  
  
• Soft wavy bristle brush holds maximum formula for a dramatic volumizing charge
  
  
• 200+ bristles catch every lash for a full fringe effect

Price: $10.99

Shop now: https://www.ulta.com/p/lash-princess-false-lash-effect-mascara-xlsImpprod12741009