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Lancome Definicils Pro High Definition Curved Brush Mascara

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This is a legendary mascara formula, and I have to agree with the many women for whom this is a “must have” mascara product.

This mascara makes my eyes look really pretty. I'm Asian, with lashes that are short, and they are rather straight and fine. I really like for my lashes to pop, so what I look for in a formula is obviously more length and some curl/volume (although I do use a lash curler first in any event).

This mascara is nicely pigmented and really makes my lashes longer. Like twice as long! I really saw a difference with this mascara. The pigment is fantastic as well and I didn’t experience any flaking and very minimal clumping. Note that this formula is designed to give you primarily length (although I found the volume effect very nice too!), and in that respect, it delivers length!

Something about this mascara just made my lashes look "better." It's the color and the fact that it helps keep the curl on them better than the other mascaras I've tried in the past.

It makes my lashes long and super sexy and I got lots of compliments on my eyelashes when I wore this. This formula came off very easily with makeup wipes or soap and water. As far as application tips, I found that my best results were to wait just a few second in between coats and let it dry -- then I could see it building on itself.

The best part is that it stays put even when used on the lower lashes. I never had to worry about having raccoon eyes at the end of the day.

I really like the brush too; With one swipe it's like oooh...length...ahhhh...volume! I also love the slender, square packaging as well, very chic. (via palacinka)

Updated Jul 4, 2007

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'False Eyelashes' Plush Mascara

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I have lashes that don’t need a LOT of help, but certainly with the right mascara, my eyes look much prettier! That’s why I love this mascara. It was actually my first foray into Prescriptives eye line, as I had only used the foundations and concealers before.

Now I know that it is fabulous. I found for a very nice day time look, one coat was all I needed. But I could also layer it for a more dramatic look. In either case, no matter how many layers or how quickly I used it, it never clumped, flaked or smudged.

I also found that because of the way the brush was designed, I could apply this mascara so quickly! In the morning I don't want to wipe the wand or comb my lashes when I'm trying to get out the door as quickly as possible!

The formula lengthened and thickened well. It held curl nicely and stayed put very well. This is a product that does to my lashes exactly what mascaras should do. Smooth application,+ No caking or clumping whatsoever, +thickens my lashes, +lengthens my lashes, +keeps my lashes soft and flexible to the touch instead of hard and wire-like, lasts for a long time before the product in the tube starts to dry out!

I will definitely continue to use this – I am simply in love with the results. (via nordstrom)

Updated Jul 4, 2007

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MAC Plush Lash Plush Black

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Plush Lash is really a gem of a mascara. I tried it on and I was amazed. It is a silky smooth formula that provided all the volume I love. Plush Black is a very black color which I loved for a dramatic look.

What’s unique about it is the actual brush is very short and round, which really allowed me to grab on to each and every lash (even the inner corners). Because my lashes are fine and sparse, I am always happy to find a great mascara that really gives volume, and this did. This really made my lashes look enormous!

For night time, I loved to add to the impact by using a eyelash curler and found that this formula worked beautifully with it and held the curl for hours. The mascara made my lashes look so full and glamorous. In addition, the mascara didn’t smudge and washed off easily with just water at the end of the night.

This mascara is beautiful at a great price and perfect for those of you looking for a dramatic look. (via Palacinka)

Updated Jan 28, 2008

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CHANEL Inimitable Waterproof Multi Dimensional Mascara - # 40 Emeraude

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This my first time trying a CHANEL mascara in which I stepped out of my “comfort zone” to try a colored formula. This was amazing!

It made my lashes look long, luscious and thick. I really did do a double take in the mirror the first morning I used it. It didn’t clump and held a curl better than almost mascaras I’ve tried. There was no smudging or flaking and it IS truly waterproof – I went swimming and into a sauna with it, and it stayed put, and looked incredible.

The color of the mascara is a beautiful jade green color, which looks a little deeper on the brush than it did on my lashes – and I liked that it gave a definite hint of green to my lashes, but was still subtle. This is a great color that will work on all skin tones and for those of you who want to change up your eye look. For me, it really did bring out the dimension of my brown eyes as well, which was another plus! This is a beautiful luxury mascara with a color twist that is worth the price. (via Palacinka)

Updated Apr 3, 2008

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Giorgio Armani Maestro Mascara

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Comb mascaras seem to really work well for me, and this Armani mascara was no exception. Now that I’ve tried this I can never go back. The unique 4 sided comb individually coated every single one of my lashes. It made them super long and defined. I usually look for length in my mascara, but this also thickened in addition to lengthening. The overall effects of this mascara are among the best that I have ever seen.

I loved that I didn’t need lots of coats to build up the effect; my lashes looked magnificent after just one coat. Even better, my lashes also felt light and soft. The staying power was great and it did not flake or smudge at all! The tube design is as sleek and beautiful as one would expect from an Armani product as well. (via Palacinka)

Updated Apr 7, 2008

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Dr.Hauschka Mascara

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This is the perfect mascara for everyday wear, or for those of you who like a natural, but enhanced look. Keep in mind it’s not for those of you who like “Va Va Voom” lashes, because it’s not a Volumizing formula. However, I found that it gave me a very nice and natural definition to my eyes without ever clumping or smudging (note: I did notice that it took a few minutes to fully dry, so be careful when putting it on). In addition, it has all natural ingredients in it, and didn’t irritate my eyes and rinsed off very easily at night.

This was perfect for my daytime and office makeup look and was light feeling and looking. I loved the smell which was very subtle and feminine. This mascara was great because it just enhanced what I already have. The major plus for me was that it didn’t feel like I was “made up”, which is what I was going for! (via Palacinka)

Updated May 2, 2008

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Yves Saint Laurent 'Everlong' Waterproof Mascara in Ever Burgundy

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This is probably one of the most luxurious waterproof mascara’s I’ve ever used.

Of course, being YSL, the packaging is super glamorous (yes it’s one you just like to look at!). The fragrance is also lovely (I liked the decadence of this).

As a mascara, it is also fantastic, but it should be noted that this formula is for a lengthening effect rather than an overall volume and curling effect. I found that it gave me a very long but natural look. The brush barrel is very large and the brush itself is quite different than most on the market, made with tons of very short, thin rubber bristles on all sides which attached itself and “grabbed” on to my lashes very well.

The shade of burgundy was lovely for a chance of pace. The burgundy was noticeable and very flattering with my eye color. I found it was perfectly appropriate for day time, since it’s not over the top. (This color will be more pronounced if you have lighter lashes). Most importantly, it did make my lashes look significantly longer. My lashes were not hard and brittle; they were soft and flexible. The staying power was also impressive, and it was truly waterproof. It did not run or flake when I was in humid weather, which I loved! The mascara really stayed on until I removed it with makeup remover. I will note however, that the formula is a drier one, so I had to make sure that I closed it completely after each use, as I noticed that additional air did make it drier. (via Palacinka)

Updated May 30, 2008

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Tarte 4 Day Stay Lash Stain

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2 people recommended this item

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Tarte is always on the forefront of product innovation, and this product is their most recent example of this. It should be noted however, as in life; everything is not for everybody, no matter how good it might be.

Case in point: This is a lash stain (not really a lash enhancing mascara) and therein lies the beauty and/or frustration of this product, depending on your needs.

For someone like me with lashes that are not truly dark, and very fine, this stain was perfect to give me a nice, enhanced, natural look that was truly trouble free and long lasting. The stain deepened my lashes and gave me a more defined look (perfect for running around on the weekends or going to the gym). My lashes were lengthened slightly and had nice separation. I also liked the curved brush and the non-clumpy formula.

The stain did not flake or run (and I even went to the pool/sauna with it) which was great. However, it did not really increase the volume of my lashes (no Va Va Voom lash effect in other words). For this natural effect, it did indeed last about 4 days. I was very careful about applying it, since this is a stain (so take care that it does not touch your under eye area or face). Of course, it is possible to take off, with a generous amount of oil-based makeup remover and a Q-Tip.)

It should be noted that I also tried this with along with a Volumizing mascara and it did work well, but I did not get the 4 day results. It only lasted about two days. All in all, this is a great choice for those of you who want a natural look, love to apply a product and forget about it, and don’t need/want much lash “enhancement.

Note: When wearing this formula you cannot use any oil based product near the eye area or when removing makeup, as it will cause the stain to come off. (via Palacinka)

Updated May 30, 2008

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Thierry Mugler Cils Vinyle

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Every now and then a cosmetic product comes across my desk that doesn’t seem like it would rock my world; but ends up doing just that. Mugler’s vinyl gloss is the latest product to do this for me.

I absolutely fell in love with this “brush-less & comb-less” mascara. The packaging is of course right up Mugler’s alley – modern, slightly odd and yet still sophisticated. The mascara tube itself is a unique concept that includes a long, narrow “paint brush” (more like the type of brush you would find in a lip gloss tube) which I applied over my lashes. The shiny mirror on the top echoes his “Mirror Collection” theme.

I found the liquid formula itself was a thicker version of the usual mascara formula, but was surprisingly easy to work with. When brushing over my lashes with the applicator I was amazed that I was able to get all of my lashes – from the really short tiny ones in the corners to the longer ones in the center. The gloss made my lashes deep, shiny black, very full, lush and long. It was a very glam look, but I found it could still work for daytime. During the day there was no flaking, running or smudging at all. This is also amazing for a dramatic sexy, night time look, with a dark smokey eye or with a sweep of black liquid eyeliner on the top lid. It’s a luxury purchase, but for something this unique, beautiful and amazing it is truly worth it.

Note: For really high-impact lashes this can be layered over one coat of your favorite Volumizing mascara
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Updated Jun 26, 2008

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Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler

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After reading so much about the Shu Uemura I was really excited to finally try this. This is the only eyelash curler that gives my straight eyelashes the perfect curl. I guess it's because of its contoured pad (as opposed to the flat pads cheaper brands have). This is an investment, believe me.

I am in love with this curler. I didn't know that my eyelashes looked this good! I have long, but very straight eyelashes.. so it hardly looks like I have any if they are not curled. This curler curls them perfect. In addition, it really fit my eyes well and "grabbed" on to the lashes. It comes with 2 pads, so I'm hoping it will last a long time, if not I will re-purchase!! Paired with a good mascara base and/or mascara, I can get the curl to last all day, which is quite a feat given my naturally downward pointing lashes. (via Palacinka)

Updated Sep 14, 2008