(please note that I only use waterproof mascaras. I don’t like any formulas that aren’t waterproof)
Cover Girl Lash Blast Mascara, Waterproof, Very Black
The CG Lash Blast is a great mascara overall. I wouldn’t say it’s my favorite of all of the ones I own, but I love it. It goes on nicely, doesn’t clump and defines, thickens and lengthens lashes. It’s a great bet if you’re trying to find a great drugstore mascara. I tend to like a dry formula and this is dry, but not as dry as some of the other mascaras I love.
DiorShow Iconic Mascara, Waterproof, Black
This mascara, in my opinion works best on the lower lashes. I actually only use it for that. There’s something about the way the brush is shaped and the formula that is just an excellent fit for defining those lower lashes. it stays on all day, doesn’t budge and creates separated, pretty lower lashes without clumps. Like I mentioned, I don’t use this on my upper lashes, because I find other formulas work better for that. The brush is similar to the lash blast in that it’s that rubbery plastic material with those stubby-like bristles.
DiorShow Mascara, Waterproof, Black
DiorShow was the first luxury mascara I ever bought. I think the massive brush is what makes this a standout product (it also has a rose water smell but after awhile you don’t notice it at all.) I think this mascara has everything you’d want in a mascara- length, staying power, thickness. It really creates those long, lush lashes we all hope for. It takes some getting used to at first because the brush is so big, but it’s worth it!
L’Oreal Volume Collagen Mascara, Waterproof, Blackest Black
This mascara is definitely a Holy Grail one for me. It really creates very full, thick, lovely lashes. The brush is different—the bristles are kind of all over the place going in different directions which I think it why this mascara really gives a gorgeous look to the lashes. I can achieve thickness with this mascara in just one coat. I like big hair, and I like big lashes—and this delivers—volume, thickness and overall just perfect lashes. This is a must-try, IMO.
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Veronika.
CG LashBlast is my Holy Grail mascara. I have yet to find another that builds my lashes so flawlessly, and without clumping at all. I will never stray, because once you find that perfect-for-me product, you probably won't be able to find another one that competes!
I love CG LashBlast! Very great pick, in my opinion. I tried Diorshow but for some reason, it got very clumpy really quick (like, within two weeks) and there is no way I'm spending money to buy another tube again.
Another great grocery store mascara is the Maybelline Falsies.
@michelle- thanks for the rec 🙂 I didn't experience the clumping with DiorShow but A LOT of people do.
L'Oreal Voluminous used to be my HG, but I find Telescopic easier to apply. I prefer a skinny brush. However, I have never met a mascara – waterproof or not – that didn't give me black circles underneath my eyes. I'm still on the search for something that facial grease can't degrade.
@amy—are you using mascara on your top and bottom lashes?
Are you using powder and/or concealer on your eye area before applying mascara?
I love my Lash Blast and Dior Show…and Falsies mascara (maybelline i think?)
Veronika! Love the product reviews…I'm even a little tempted to try another mascara. I'm obsessed with Dior Blackout! 😉
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DiorShow is my favorite mascara, and it was also the first luxury one I bought. I agree with you about the large brush; that's exactly why I like it! I just use regular, not waterproof.
Welcome back, by the way.
I'm with you on the waterproof formulas all the way! You've gotta try the Falsies mascara. It is unlike any other mascara I have ever tried.
BTW, I really missed your regular blogs when you were away. This is my favorite F&B blog. I'm glad you had a safe journey & I'm very sorry for your loss.
I love the big brush of the DiorShow mascara!
My favourite was definitely Maybelline 'Full n Soft' because it also had a massive brush and the formula was lighter than the Dior.
*sigh* It was so perfect.
I haven't been able to find it in stores for the longest time so now for day I use Maybelline 'the Colossal Volum' Express.' It has a big brush as well and does the job but isn't quite as good to me as the other one was.
the BEST mascara ever is Bare Escentuals black volumizing!!! imp 😉 No fillers, tar and leaves you lashes HUGE without feeling dry or brittle = LOVE
I love mascara, for a long time I used Lancome Hypnose rotating with Clinique High Impact, both are really good, the Hypnose is a highend clone for the Loreal Collegen you love, High Impact is different but amazing,very thickening, then I got hooked on Lashblast but it does irritate my eyes so I am going to try something new, I am interested in either the DiorShow or YSL Faux Cils, has anyone on here tried the Faux Cils?
Love all of your product reviews! My favorite mascaras have to be L'Oreal Telescopic and L'Oreal Voluminous in Carbon Black.
My favourite mascara was recently discontinued – L'Oreal Panoromic curl – it made my lashes look like false lashes.
I'm tempted to try the Diorshow one after reading your review.
I also love CG LashBlast, but my Holy Grail is Benefit's BadGal Lash! I love it and it's perfect for my lashes – makes them look nice and full!
Great post! I definitely love CG Lashblast. I'll have to check out the Loreal one. I'm always looking for inexpensive mascaras. 🙂
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I've used clinigues masacras for a while but I am wanting to try a drug store brand. I hear great things about lash blast so I think I'll try that one 🙂
Thanks for the reviews!
i am a big fan of clinique mascaras, i like the lash lengthening one in the darkest black color.
but i want to try the dior ones for a change thanks for the reviews!!
My faves are L'Oreal Voluminous and DiorShow. Waterproof always here too.
Have you ever tried Rimmel XVolume? I was never into it, but if you like mascara's more once they get just a little drier and more workable, then you'll like that one. Its a bright purple tube.
Michelle
thank you for the wonderful recommendations Veronika! I have heard so many wonderful things about DiorShow, and I think it's about time I picked it up since I'm running low on my MAC ZoomLash sample 😉
Hope you had a lovely holiday!
I recently added Mayb Falsies to the mix – and WOW, so glad I did! I can't explain why, but it's different than the others I use(Loreal Voluminous, Colossal Lash, Almay etc etc).
Can you explain again why you use Waterproof? I've read other people like the texture better or…? What is the benefit (besides the obvs waterproof issue)? But, I can't stand removing it, ugh!
Ann personally I like wp because it's a nicer texture and I find it doesn't weigh down lashes I hate mascaras that feel "wet" . I also find that wp makes curl last longer and gives more thickness and volume to lashes. I use target brand eyemakeup remover on a cotton pad.
L'Oreal is my FAV – that stuff is great. 🙂 I've been testing lots of mascara myself and still can't beat the cheaper brand.
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MUFE not the aqua one.. my holy grail mascara along with lancome hypnose and loreal voluminous! I looove big drag queen lashes.. no natural for me!! 😉 Hope your family is ok after your loss.. i know it will be tough for a while. Thinking of youxx
A makeup artist recently told me that some waterproof mascara's can make your eyelashes fall off after so many years of usage because of the chemicals they contain. This really freaked me out…I did my own research and saw some reports online claiming the same thing. But then again, nowadays everything can "hurt you." I'm a big waterproof mascara lover like yourself, but the comment she made made me feel uneasy. Oh what to do….
I tried L'Oreal Volume Collagen Mascara in water proof brown black and was pretty dissappointed. I like the brush, but the mascara smudged right away and by the end of the day the mascara was gone from tips of my lashes. It was very clumpy and gave me the spider eyed effect. Much perfer Clinique's mascara over this one. I see many of you like it, is there a trick to making this one look good?
My HG Mascara is Diorshow Extase Flash Plumping Mascara! It's just amazing.