After testing out 15 different types of mascara’s for my Star Beauty Review this week, I can safely say that all 15 products lived up to their claims. However, there were five mascaras that I really made an impact, so I’m giving them my standing ovation, and naming them as my best-mascaras, each for different reasons. So, here in no particular order of choice are my top 5 mascara must-haves
1. Rimmel London Volume Flash Mascara
I loved the way I could so easy pile on the coats and increase the intensity and volume of my lashes. With no clumps, no flakes and no stickiness, this product is my top pic for va-va-volume lashes.
2. Clinique Lash Power Mascara
I was most impressed with this mascara – I actually couldn’t believe its magnificent stay on power. I applied one coat, let it dry for a few seconds and then rubbed my lashes to see if it did indeed have the power and long lasting formula. So, I decided to do the “water resistant” test and wet my finger before rubbing – and nothing, the mascara stayed put. This is defiantly the mascara for a day at the pool or for your wedding day!
The only thing I did find was difficult, was taking the mascara off. Even using a specialist eye makeup remover, the say on power was stubborn, but I found that if you just apply some warm water, it lifts off nicely.
3. Estee Lauder Sumptous Bold Volume™ Lifting Mascara
Estee Lauder’s brand new mascara is another hot favourite of mine at the moment and I see it’s already getting rave reviews from the ladies that have used the samples. I got to try the brown one and was very happy with the natural – “there but not there” effect. I really loved the way it feathered out my lashes, making it appear as though I had more lashes, but at the same time offering a subtle finish that looks effortless. It also adds nice, natural volume and subtle curling effect that wings out at the edges.
4. Bobbi Brown Everything Mascara
Great for enhancing the lashes. I found this on perfect for day wear because it gives a pretty feathered effect. It’s a quick drying, smudge free, clump and flake free as well.
5. Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lash Extending Treatment
For beautiful, thick, wow lashes, I like this one. After one coat it added a subtle statement with lots of length, but the wow factor came in after the third coat. The result, deliciously thicker, fuller and super long lashes with a slight curl on the edges. Completely clump free and for the amount of volume you get, this one is one of the best as it does not stick or smudge.