5 Best Mascaras (According to Allure Magazine) TESTED!

[@latherandlace]

I love Thrive and Essence Lash Princess false lash effect mascara!

[@kimjohnson8471]

Ty Lisa. You're one of the few "influencers" that I trust.

[@lisajmakeup]

aww thank you 🙏🏼

[@sandraherrera8351]

PLEASE PLEASE do a 5 Best WATERPROOF mascaras!!!!

[@kathleenbrocker4911]

I haven’t tried the mascara’s in this video yet. I’ve been using L’Oréal Paris Mascara waterproof and it works great! No smudges or flaking. Thank you for the thorough, scientific review of mascara, it is very helpful!

[@sandraherrera8351]

which Loreal waterproof mascara are you using, If I may ask?

[@kathleenbrocker4911]

@@sandraherrera8351 I use L’Oréal Paris Unlimited waterproof mascara. It works well for me!

[@Maccablondie]

I love seeing multiple comparisons. You have beautiful eyes and I would love to see how you do your eye liner and what products you recommend. Thank you.

[@JudiBoyd]

I love the Idole. Would love to know how they each wore for you throughout the day. That's always the real test for me. Thanks Lisa.

[@BrookeErin]

I love the Monsieur Big mascara- it is absolutely my favorite! I also like the Tarte Maneater. I get so many amazing recommendations from you- concealer, mascara, foundation…the list goes on. We have similar taste and I trust your opinion and know you always give an honest review. Your videos make my days brighter, even the tough ones. Thank you, Lisa! ❤️

[@2twentysix]

Will definitely try the Lancôme Big Monsieur mascara as I also have short, straight, light lashes. The IT Superhero Stretch mascara floats my boat as well as the by Terry Lash Expert twist mascara 🙏

[@alisontull9208]

@SimSa I couldn’t agree more! The by Terry lash growth serum one is good too….😊 Xx 🇬🇧

[@sandybowers5085]

I love the Thrive Cosmetics tubing mascara-only one that doesn’t smudge or irritate my contact lenses ❤️👍🏼My lashes are short but not too sparse. However, being 58, some are gray😱😉

[@mslovelifetoday]

This is my favorite too!!

[@peggyjoseph6465]

Mr. Big is my favorite mascara.....i love it

[@paula6446]

I’ve tried several of your recommendations and like the Lancôme Lash Idole but wish it came in a waterproof version. My lashes only stay curled with waterproof mascaras. Thanks for this video- it was a good one!

[@sweetsimpleslowlife2709]

I tried Idole and didn't care for it, since it didn't do much for my lashes. I think I will try Mosier Big again one day, because the first time I got it, it was a mess and I didn't like it either. However, it seems to be a favorite for many people so maybe I'll give it a chance. My favorites are Maneater, Lash Paradise, Lash Brag , Ilia, It Superhero and no7 360 ultra. 👌😁

[@reneklein6049]

I've not tried any of them, but I love the way the Monsieur Big looked on you when you demonstrated it on IG! It definitely gave you incredible volume, which is what I definitely go for. ❤❤

[@susanlafayette7509]

I also Love a volumizing mascara! If you haven’t tried the Covergirl volume mascara in the orange tube you need to! It is right up there if not better than the man eater mascara. Try it out 😀

[@ouiser1955]

For background... I am in my mid 60’s. I have pretty good lashes for my age. Still full and decent length. Biggest change I’ve seen with my lashes is they are losing pigment. Starting to see white eyelashes coming in. The loss of pigment is also happening in my eyebrows. 🤪 I do not use a lash primer. I’ve been using the Benefit Magnetic mascara since the beginning of this month. For me, it works very very well. I really like it. I’ve tried the Lash Idol and it works well for me too. I really like Lancôme Monsieur Big. It’s a great mascara. Milk Makeup Kush mascara is good too. Thank you for the reviews! 🤗 Have a Wonderful Day ❤️

[@meredithhall6576]

I love the Monsier Big and the Sky High!

[@lauriealongi5676]

I have long lashes but they're not as voluminous as they were when I was younger. Cover Girl makes a few mascaras that add volume & They're waterproof which I like. Plus Cover Girl does not test on animals which is important to me. Even being waterproof, when you're ready to remove it, it comes off fairly easy

[@MS-te3ob]

I think I will treat myself and purchase the Lancome Lash Idole. As always, you look beautiful! Wht shade lipstick do you have on in this video?? Love it.

[@Tish_Ann77]

You will adore that mascara! It's incredible!

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you! For lips I had on the Jason Wu liner in Adored and the Fenty Slip Shine Balm in "Glazed" over it. :)

[@nunyabizness3642]

@@lisajmakeup I have searched the targets around my area, and no one carries Jaaon Wu. Have to wait until I come back to Austin.

[@debbiepayne903]

Lancôme is always a brand I come back to! I use their primer, monsieur big for volume, and finish with Definicils for extra length. I also use the Idole and like it too. Thanks for the comparisons

[@nunyabizness3642]

I just got the new Wayne Goss one delivered today. CANNOT WAIT TO GET THAT BAD BOY ON!!!!

[@lisajmakeup]

Ooh!! Let me know what you think! :)

[@nunyabizness3642]

@@lisajmakeup will do! I'll also let you know if it's schlitterbahn-proof 🤣

[@allisonwhisler4149]

The hourglass tubing mascara in the gold tube is AMAZING. Stays all day with no flaking especially when I use a lash primer with it.

[@Beez27]

I'm with you my #1 is Tarte Maneater!

[@lisajmakeup]

Its soo good! Probably my fave at the moment, along with The Monsieur big but the wand on the Tarte is easier to control.

[@sanaderbas718]

Hi Lisa, you mention all the rave and voted best by allure in regards to mths maybelline sky high mascara. Although I love a drug store make up item, it isn’t that cheap, it’s actually $24 here in Australia unless on sale. I tested it many times and I find that nothing beats the Essence lash princess in the black and mint colour tube. It’s AUS$6 and so reliable and lengthening and volumising. I don’t see what all the hype is with the sky high. There are way more essence mascaras that perform way better than this product. Try it if you haven’t yet, you’ll be amazed.

[@greenlove1979]

My favorite personally is the maybelline falsies mascara bin the silver and purple tube.

[@kaylab3756]

Tom Ford Emotionproof is hands down the best mascara I have ever used. It literally does not budge once it’s on. It stays put through tears, rain, naps, anything! I don’t even try other mascaras anymore because this one is perfection. It’s a must try!!

[@Mymi9876]

The L’Oreal Voluminous and the Milk Kush mascaras are the ones I have and like lately, but Monsieur Big and. Lash paradise are now on my wish list!

[@echase416]

I appreciate that you have listed some drugstore products. Good to replace mascara frequently for hygiene reasons, so affordable is good.

[@suecone2198]

I like Lancôme , but I wear waterproof 3 days a week because I do a water class. Yes I do have makeup on in the pool. My lashes aren’t thick but since I am using a lash serum they are longer, but I love the new rephr eyelash curler! I have also found that the EL base really helps hold the curl. I am glad you have your real lashes now and they look great! Thanks 😊

[@alisontull9208]

I actually liked the sky high look on you the best 🤭!!……. Your lashes are beautiful,it separated and lengthened them massively…… 😍Xxx 🇬🇧

[@Kindlyone777]

YSL mascara makes my lashes long, curled and full. People think I have false lashes. Expensive but well worth it

[@heathercongden4227]

I also love lots and lots of volume! Your review on the bite beauty is perfect! I love the look it gives so I use it a lot but it makes a mess haha! But my two favorite mascaras are Bare Minerals Lashtopia and Ciate London triple shot mascara. It’s soooo good!! Lights Camera Lashes by tarte is good too!

[@michellek1121]

I’m wearing the Bite mascara today! It’s amazing and cruelty free! 💜 I also love the Hourglass unlocked mascara.

[@Lil-Be]

I love Bite mascara but I definitely need to use lush separator/comb. With this tool the mascara looks amazing on my lashes.

[@jacquelynwathen8676]

So totally agree with u on the Maybelline mascara. Thought I was the only one who was not impressed with it I still love my essence mascara

[@tinaedwards8042]

I’m dealing with short/sparing eye lashes. Right now I’m using the Younique Twisted mascara and I actually went out and bought the Maybelline Sky High after your video on it. I love the Maybelline Sky High Mascara. The one thing with the Younique Twisted Mascara is it has two wands. One to lengthen and one for more volume. These are my two go to mascaras!! Thank you Lisa for such a wonderful and informative video!! As always have a beautiful day!!!

[@rhondamartin7354]

I’m a sucker for mascaras but became really picky once I discovered truly good formulas that glide on. Lash Idole has became my go-to formula for length & natural looking lashes since it came out. Urban Decay’s Perversion has been my favorite for volume so I cannot wait to try the new Monsieur Big to compare!! Thanks for the real & candid review! 🙌🏼

[@Ac_chillin]

Thanks for highlighting the pros & cons of each mascara! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@chrissymoss514]

It Cosmetics Superhero, PM Dark Star and Essence Lash Princess (the green tube) are my faves. I have average, short, curly lashes. So volume and length are important to me. Well, this was very interesting and useful. Thank you Lisa, I really, really enjoyed this vid 👍💗💗💗💗

[@pamelajohnson6822]

I ordered the Lancome Idole from ULTA to try. I have been using the Essence Lash Princess False Lash mascara for about 2 years now and I get a lot of compliments on my lashes. There is a huge difference in my 47 year old lashes. My eyes really pop with this. It runs around $5 here in Oregon. I had a question for you though......I was taught to brush my lashes down before I swipe them up as that puts mascara on the top part of my lashes and makes them fuller. I don't see you doing that so I am wondering if I have been wasting my time (and product) all these years haha. I think I learned that at a Mary K party.

[@RoseannaSassoSchottenfeld]

YASSS Lisa! As soon as I watched your previous video, I was like wait what??? I have the Lancôme Monsieur Big Lash mascara!!! And I haven’t stopped using it since. Thanks so much for the testing it out. It’s fabulous! 👏👏👏🥰🥰🥰

[@lisajmakeup]

Yay!! So glad you are liking it too!

[@lsaz4378]

I love mascara and have 6-8 at any given time..my 2 favorites are Pat McGrath fetisheyes and Dior iconic over curl.

[@angelaburns4163]

I love the Lancôme Monsuier mascara got it at Ulta when they had it for $15. Should have gotten a few back ups. Man eater was my favorite before that. We must have similar taste. I like my mascara to do it all I want volume and length lol! My lashes are moderate short and medium blond in color. So they match my skin if I do t have mascara on.

[@SilverliningsJoni]

KVD Go Big or Go Home mascara is amazing! It does get thick a bit quicker than my other mascaras, but I love the look. Added bonus, it does not flake or smudge in the hot SW Fl climate.

[@beawitched5252]

Charlotte Tilbury’s Legendary Lashes gave me back my lashes!

[@ipadair3tremblay121]

Hi lisa which primer do you prefer : Lancôme or Dior ? Is there a drugstore dupe ? Thanks Carol, from Montreal, Quebec, Canada

[@ashleys4652]

Lancome and Loreal are owned by the same company. I feel like the Loreal primer is a really good dupe for the Lancome primer if you are looking for a drugstore dupe.

[@mamagalan746]

Hi Lisa! I just found your channel a few days ago and I immediately subscribed to your channel. I actually saw the video where you introduced your brushes and gave the reason for the name BK Beauty. I knew then that I had to order your brushes! I just ordered All Of Them and can’t wait to get them. I’m 65 years old but I’ve always loved make up. You’re right it’s an art. Just want you to know that I’m including you in my daily prayers! You are as beautiful as your heart! God bless you! Berta😍

[@cherylgates6961]

I’ve been waiting for this video! I love lash idole and Chanel le volume for my shorter straight lashes.

[@1114kristin]

My favorite is the Lawless One and Done mascara. It's amazing!

[@YaraPNdeSa]

I usually use dark brown mascaras, they fit my complexion better. The black ones look artificial on me.

[@amandasalfeety7282]

I felt the same about the Maybelline one at first. As the mascara dried out a bit, it got much much better!

[@diannedugan]

Just FYI. I loved your Kendra Scott earrings and decided to order them. So glad I read the reviews. Many reviewers reported receiving them already broken or they broke after one wear. Fragile design I guess. Regarding mascara, I just ordered and received the new Wayne Goss mascara. I really wanted to love it, but so far, not impressed. I will keep trying and use a primer first. My lashes are fairly long and have a bit of volume. I was hoping it would hold a curl more. It was also touted as super super black. I didn’t notice any big difference. Thanks for the great comparisons!

[@maryellenforster4498]

Love this Lisa! Agree with most of your opinions about mascara. Do you ever use 2 mascaras? One thickening and one volumizing? Also do you always use primer first or after a light layer? And congrats and ❤️😊on almost 200k! Well deserved 🎉

[@adriennef7219]

I love the Thrive mascara! Before that discovery it was the It superhero mascara. Thanks for all the info as always, I appreciate your efforts! 😊

[@lisajmakeup]

I love the Superhero too! Everyone loves Thrive! That seems to be a fan favorite for sure !

[@juliannam9521]

Hi, great video. I have normal lashes - don’t really benefit from curling. My favorite mascara is Smashbox Superfan. Would love to know what you have on your eyes today - stunning eye look as always! Loving your brushes - have had two orders and need to place more! Take care, xoxo

[@ynnaz06131986]

I love Mirenesse's mascaras because I strongly prefer tubing mascaras; otherwise mascara smudges on me really easily. It's a fantastic 'natural' looking mascara for everyday, when you want to enhance what you have (and I'm lucky to have pretty long, medium-fullness lashes). I've also tried the L'Oreal Voluminous X fiber mascara, which is much more dramatic, and less expensive; not as natural, but great for special events! It gives you the look of having filled in your waterline, without needing to--but I honestly don't know how it would look on someone with sparser lashes.Maybe great, but maybe not. It's a double ended, 2-step mascara but BOTH ends are black. Thanks for the video!

[@nogalelo]

Hello, Lancome monsieur is my go to and l’oreal paradise. Thank you for sharing ur favorites. I adore ur content, professional and very informative.

[@katelinmarshall8369]

Great video, Lisa. Here’s a question: what COLOR mascara do you typically purchase? I always get so hung up on the different blacks-blackest black, very black, black, etc. do you wear black or brown? I have found that I love brown mascara for every day makeup or minimal makeup. I think it looks softer. I have fair to light skin and blue eyes. I wear black mascara when I want a little drama. I ALWAYS wear brown on my lower lashes! I have long, thin lashes and I typically look for volume zing mascara. One of my all time favorites is maybelline full and soft. I’ve purchased sooo many over the years. I recently purchased the cover girl lash bloom and am really liking that, as well. Have a great day!

[@eminakano6575]

Thank you, Lisa, great video! Always in search of a good volumizing mascara for my short, wimpy lashes. Just ordered Tarte's Maneater! Still enjoying your mascara technique--my lashes thank you!! 💗

[@lisajmakeup]

Oh. yay! You will love it!

[@debbiehunt5655]

Hi Lisa! My top two favorites currently are the Sky High mascara and the Lash Idole. Love them both. I have a trial size of the Monsieur Big Lash that I received with an order, I need to try that one!

[@deborahscoza1443]

I use and love lash paradise along with its primer. Love your videos!

[@Retexey]

I'm always bouncing between mascaras, but I know I can always rely on Benefit Rollerlash. It's an oldie but a goodie

[@jinatsultana2933]

For natural looking but slightly defining lashes my favourite is Urban Decay Perversion. I have been using it for a long time, doesn’t dry up. I will definitely try Lancôme ones next time I buy mascara.

[@amomentwithmileva]

Love this video! Thank you Lisa for testing all of these you are the best!!!!!

[@isabelab6851]

My favorite of all time is the Tom Ford Ultra length mascara. It is fabulous and it does not budge or flake and lasts a really long time. I have issues with mascaras running on me so this is important. I also love thrive causemetics and Trish mcevoy tubing mascaras

[@sarinadonnelly7457]

Binge watching your channel 😍 what great content! Thank you for sharing your favorites

[@stephaniejones2605]

Mascara is one of my very favorite items to try out! I have medium length lashes, not thin or thick I'd say. Some of my longtime favorites are Lancome Hypnose Drama, Marc Jacobs At Lashed (afraid this line possibly being discontinued), Hourglass Unlocked instant extensions, and Milk Kush waterproof.

[@Clau-tl1qb]

Thanks Lisa! Fun video, I like definition and volume, have tried most of the mascaras you mentioned and my favorite right now is the Lancome doll lashes, xoxo

[@UNREDACTEDTRUTH]

great video! for dried out mascaras, add one drop of castor oil!

[@LP.Highlights]

Have you ever tried the benefit bad girl bang mascara? It has become one of my favorite

[@Dkb522]

This was so great! I may have to try the Benefit...I love the Ilia mascara and it gives length but not necessarily volume. Although I can get good volume with 2 coats. I actually have a lot of lashes (hardly any brows from 90’s plucking), and they’re long but blonde. Color and just a little bit of volume and length are what I go for. The wand sounds very similar to the Benefit. Thanks Lisa!👏👍

[@michadawn234]

The sky high, I found to be very heavy. It’s hard to wash off too. I like the wand. I would love to try the VB. Estée Lauder multi effects is a fantastic product. I love it.

[@watermelongal5512]

This was fun! So helpful! Thanks!

[@shaleighreynolds3494]

I find the sky high is great to use after one that gives you tons of volume. Separates it well…still think Thrive is the best ever🤣

[@SAHcheers]

Monsieur Big is a great mascara. I didn’t really care for the Tient Idole. I also love the BadGal Bang - it has a plastic applicator which is similar to the Benefit one you tested, but it gives me length & volume. My FAVORITE of ALL TIME = Lancome Defenicil Precious Cells, but it was discontinued. I wonder if I could find it online somewhere. It was great in every category plus it had good stuff inside for your lashes.

[@krisleonard1428]

I love love love both Lancôme ones as well! The best!

[@mitsycat2803]

Maneater is absolutely amazing. No idea why it doesn't get talked about more. It should. It's great for layering. I also cleaned an old one and use the wand as a lash brush if I go overboard with something like the bite mascara. For reference I have long lashes that are a little thinner, but I have a lot of them. I have found that lash serums help a lot. Skin actives has one that is great for length, silk naturals has one great for volume. Both are pretty inexpensive, so I use both. I get asked all the time if I'm wearing falsies. Other mascaras I like, it superhero, hello lashes, and tightline as a primer, perversion with a primer (super black), Maybelline lash sensational, thrive mascara. I want to try the hourglass extensions mascara to see how it compares to thrive. Also mally volumizing, but I have a suspicion that was discontinued. Loreal butterfly. Also, make sure you have good technique. My mom and I have similar lashes, but he lashes never look great all because of her application. Oddly, the Maneater seems pretty darn foolproof. So even with bad technique, it's still amazing lol. Also, layering can be your friend. Hope this helps 🙂

[@ewaleahy4520]

Lisa, love your videos! Thank you for your mascaras review!

[@jakkirossouw8823]

Thank you, Lisa! I really enjoy your videos and I trust your opinions! I just wish that your BK Beauty brushes were available in South Africa! ✨🌹😘

[@cathysharkey8469]

Could you please do a hair tutorial w products??? You’re hair is amazing!

[@stephwilkens4974]

Oh man this was great - I really appreciate that you gave your own list too! I have natural curl on my lashes but that’s it ha - I preference hourglass wands and no fibers formulas so the maybelline falsies lash lift is amazing and I like the cover exhibitist. I really like L’Oréal voluminous too. Thanks for the amazing videos - keep them coming!

[@diledile89]

Thank you for all this useful tips btw I really like your earrings 😊

[@janeashton2027]

Since l started wearing a primer mascara, because it helps to voluminous my lases

[@64Biina]

Thanks Lisa, very informative! I'd like to know how they wear throughout the day. I find so many of them flake and smudge on me. I'm constantly having to check my eyes to ensure they're not a hot mess! LOL I've recently started using the L'Oreal primer and I think it's helping somewhat. I tried the Benefit tinted primer and it smudged worse then the mascara! 😁

[@gretchenhanna1323]

You are beauty and elegance personified, Lisa. Thank you for this informative video. Saves us all a bunch of $$. I love the Idole and Sky High for my upper lashes and No. 7 ?360? (It’s in a gold tube) for my lower lashes because it’s a tubing mascara and doesn’t smudge on me. I have small eyes and a line right under my lashes, so until finding that, I was not wearing mascara on my lower lashes.

[@kellysmith5105]

I love a volumizing mascara too! I have long lashes but want thickness only really. I like the Kosas too. You need to try the new RMS mascara and Lawless! I like the RMS- it flakes a tiny tiny bit by end of day though. I just got a duo on QVC of the Lawless one and can’t wait to try it, a lot of people are loving it! Fun video, thanks Lisa!!

[@kimberlee3243]

I have tried so many mascaras. My favorite is Benefit Roller Lash

[@kellwillis78]

Macy’s has lancome monsieur big mascara in a two pack for $29!!! I bought online, so I’m not sure if it’s in store as well.

[@1029445]

Thanks for posting!

[@heleneh.6055]

I’ve tried pretty much everything on your list of personal favorites EXCEPT the Chanel. My personal favorites are Monsieur Big and Benefit Roller lash. I thought the Maybelline Lash Sensational looked great on you BTW.

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you Helene! The roller lash is a good one too!

[@josephinecassar4573]

I love the Sisley So Stretch

[@barbaran1869]

I have naturally long top and bottom lashes (never have used any lash growth serum) but less full now that I am 55. I love the Ilia mascara. It is my go to everyday mascara. Still looking for a special occasion and waterproof mascara that makes my lashes look full and long. I have problems with smudging with all mascaras (waterproof and not) so always looking for a mascara that won’t do that as well. Have tried so so many over the years. Have tried both Lancôme’s mascaras and didn’t like them. Bad smudging on both, even the waterproof versions of both. Doesn’t give me the length that Ilia does. Still searching as always for the best mascara. ❤️

[@nunyabizness3642]

Check out Wayne Goss's new mascara. It's waterproof.

[@nunyabizness3642]

But I feel your pain....like I used to tell clients, "waterproof does not mean oilproof."😔

[@lisajmakeup]

Thanks for sharing Barbara! Ilia is a nice clean beauty brand. I enjoy several of their products!

[@heleneh.6055]

Oops,I forgot about Ilia, my third favorite, but unfortunately NOT volumizing!

[@shermrey]

Lisa, would you do a review of mascaras including how they wear and wash up? I find that some mascaras look great but they wear poorly like shedding and sometimes they transfer to the lower part of my eyes. It also is good to know if they are easy to wash or not. Thanks for considering.

[@chelseaw9355]

Have you tried the Ilia Fullest Volumizing Mascara? It's my absolute favorite! Interesting how you said L'oreal Lash Paradise is a dupe for Chanel Le Volume, I've heard Lash Paradise is also a dupe for Too Faced Better Than Sex. Like you, I would rather have volume over length but both is great!

[@Tish_Ann77]

I have stick straight lashes that don't like to hold curl. I love the idole mascara and lately I've been using the lash paradise a ton. I really love the rephr lash curler. It's seriously phenomenal. Prior to that I was using the shisedo lash curler and I loved it... Until I tried the rephr... If you're on the fence about it, buy it... 💯 Worth it!

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you! I will definitely order it!

[@nunyabizness3642]

the new one from Wayne Goss is supposed to be a game changer for those with straight lashes! I just got mine today!

[@TonyaBreeinTN]

Victoria Beckham's eyeliners are great. I've tried them myself. I've heard the eyeshadows are good but I myself haven't had the chance to try them yet.

[@beautyforumbyangela]

Wonderful video 📸, I really enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing the fact that more voluminous mascaras have to be replaced more often. I thought it was me. I make sure to tightly close each mascara to make sure it does not dry out. I have hooded eyes & the bigger wands are challenging for me. I will stick with Lashfood primer, Lancôme Idole Mascara, Ilia Limitless Mascara & for date night Lancôme Monsieur Mascara. Thank you 😊. Cheers 😉🌷

[@LadyDeath351]

One of my FAVORITES (and I don't have any eyelashes! Lol) is the Damn girl 24 hr by too faced. And the other is the Perversion by urban decay. They both gave me AMAZING lashes! Try them!

[@doonagoding6146]

Maybelline great lash. Always great

[@christinakachadurian2151]

Right now, I'm loving Benefit lengthening mascara (pink/black tube. Doesn't provide much volume but great for length and separation. Still looking for a mascara that provides both, volume and length. Will try the Lancome mascaras. Ty!

[@leslierosa9102]

Love this video i am going to be a new follower thanks hun

[@juliekey1750]

You should try the No 7 360 XL mascara, it is fabulous!