Mascara is a very indispensable item from almost every girl's makeup bag. It curls the eyelashes, makes them visually thicker and longer.
Each type of eyelash needs its own mascara, and any professional makeup artist will confirm this. Therefore, the issue of choosing this decorative agent must be approached with special care, otherwise problems with eyelashes cannot be avoided.
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The modern assortment of decorative cosmetics for eyes is huge, especially for mascara. Manufacturers offer not only decorative mascara, topical and caring mascara.
Depending on the composition and the brush used, incredible results can be achieved by transforming cilia of modest length and volume into seductive “fans”.
By composition, the following types of mascara can be distinguished:
When choosing mascara, the first step is to pay attention to its composition. It must contain:
In addition to these components, other nutrients are included in the composition of cosmetic products:
In addition to the composition, when choosing a mascara, you must also take into account the shape of the brush. After all, it is she who helps to achieve the desired effect.
Brushes differ not only in shape, but also in the length of the bristles. Options with long hairs paint over eyelashes well and increase their volume. Short bristles are essential for perfect coverage of the small hairs located at the corner of the eyes.
The brush has a double effect, which combines short and long bristles. Traditionally, curling mascara is supplied with similar options. With this option, it is easy to create the perfect volume and curl for absolutely all eyelashes.
Brush type | Basic properties |
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Straight | instantly emphasizes the look, suitable for all types of eyelashes |
Oval with fluffy bristles | gains a lot of mascara, makes eyelashes thicker and thicker |
Ball tip | easy to create the "wide eye" effect and paint over even the shortest eyelashes from root to tip |
With silicone bristles | optimal amount of mascara, easier to paint over eyelashes |
Curved | follows the natural curve of eyelashes and curls them |
Eight brush | suitable for layering; curls, lengthens and curls eyelashes |
With sparse bristles | colors lashes from root to tip, ideal for natural-looking makeup |
The choice of mascara must also be carried out depending on the effect that can be achieved with its help.
In addition to options with a decorative effect, there is also a medicated mascara that combines health and decorative qualities. Depending on what components are included, the following types can be distinguished.
The advantage of cosmetics with a healing effect is that it is suitable for women with sensitive skin, prone to allergies, as well as for those who use contact lenses. The use of such products can be part of a comprehensive treatment for allergy to mascara.
Of course, there are many different types of mascara on the market. However, there are still certain criteria for choosing mascara, depending on the type of eyelashes.
Choose mascaras that curl the lashes, and the same curved brushes (like the Maybelline Volume Express Curved mascara) to make your own lashes more lifted, curled and give them a lifting effect. When dyeing eyelashes, keep the brush in an upright position and pull them towards the temples: this way it is possible to create a "cat" make-up even without the arrows drawn with eyeliner. In addition, for girls with long eyelashes, make-up artists recommend how to paint over those that are located at the outer corners of the eyes.
You should choose thin brushes with densely spaced villi to paint over lashes, both short and long (you can pay attention to Hypnôse mascara from Lancôme). They, among other things, should not be too plastic, but rather rigid and elastic: this will allow, firstly, to easily and evenly apply the pigment, and secondly, to lengthen the eyelashes and fix the result.
To curl your eyelashes, you need to use a curler that gives them the desired effect. Choose curling mascaras (for example, Volume Million Lashes Feline from L'Oréal Paris) and apply with the same movements, giving them a curve. After there is no pigment left on the brush, use your fingers to give the eyelashes a vertical, curled position and hold for some time so that the effect remains so throughout the day.
Continuous use of eyelash serums, boosters, and other cosmetics can damage your eyelashes. When the job has already been done, and you don't want to give up the mascara at all, formulas with a large number of natural ingredients in the composition will help to correct the situation (phytokeratins and panthenol, which contribute to the growth of eyelashes, should also be in the list of ingredients), as well as mascara with the effect of false eyelashes and large conical brushes. You can take note of, for example, YSL Volume Effet Faux Cils mascara.
To check the suitability of the mascara, you need to do a small test in the store: make a sweeping brush stroke on the back of your hand.If the smear is smooth without crumbs and clots, this is a quality product that will help create a charming look.
Why choose after all? Beauty blogger Irina will tell:
The new Lancome Grandiôse Extrême mascara guarantees a deep look thanks to an improved formula with adhesion polymers and a thick creamy texture. At first glance, the legendary swan-neck brush has remained unchanged, but its design has changed somewhat - now the bristles are arranged in pairs in a checkerboard pattern, which allows you to evenly paint the eyelashes from the very roots, creating a dizzying volume.
Average price: 2800 rubles.
Thanks to the convenient brush, YSL Mascara Volume Effet Faux Cils allows you to sculpt perfectly shaped elastic lashes - they look curled, separated and do not stick together. In addition, a special vitamin complex in the composition cares for the cuticle, activating the growth of eyelashes, and the improved Lash Care formula creates a drama effect with additional layering of the product.
Average price: 2500 rubles.
Perfect coverage and intense black color will be presented by the sculptor mascara Guerlain Cils d'Enfer So Volume. An amazing feature of the product - it suits everyone, without exception. The cone-shaped mascara brush does not glue the eyelashes, on the contrary, it separates and curls them qualitatively, providing a beautiful curl and incredible density.
Video review of this mascara and another popular product from Guerlain:
Average price: 2600 rubles.
Mascara Helena Rubinstein Mascara Lash Queen Wonder Blacks is a work of art in its purest form. Everything is perfect in it - a luxurious gold case with black glossy embossing, a curved tassel and black color of the correct shade. The mascara delivers unprecedented volume by curling rather than curling hairs, allowing lashes to look perfect all day long.
Average price: 2000 rubles.
As the name suggests, Clarins Mascara Supra Volume is a story about unprecedented lash volume. What is nice, the promises of manufacturers about XXL eyelashes turn out to be true - incredible lengthening and volume is provided by a new formula that not only increases the thickness of the eyelashes, but also cares for them day by day. The product contains carnauba wax and cassia flower wax that envelop each lash, creating an instant effect of dizzying volume.
Average price: 1100 rubles.
Luxurious mascara of medium density. Quadrangular brush with well-defined bristles. Increases the length of the eyelashes and makes the eyes look expressive. According to many customers, the best luxury mascara for sensitive eyes.
Average price: 1,700 rubles.
Lash Power Mascara from the American brand Clinique contains innovative ingredients that make it resistant to moisture. The manufacturer promises that with this mascara girls are not afraid of the sun, rain, snow, gym classes, or pool water. At the same time, it is easily washed off with a sponge moistened with ordinary hot water. Blogger Tsova Shahbazyan called Lash Power Mascara her favorite and the best among all mascaras in the luxury segment.
The product is available in two shades - brown and black. The mascara has a small rounded brush, which is very convenient to paint over eyelashes. Lash Power Mascara is ophthalmologically tested and safe on the eyes. Does not imprint on the eyelids, does not flow, does not crumble, holds well, has a lengthening effect, separates the cilia well. Suitable even for oily skin of the eyelids.
Average price: 2100 rubles.
Mascara with the effect of volume, curling, lengthening. Manufactured in France. Moderately viscous and thick. The fluffy curved brush allows you to get voluminous lashes - soft, elastic.
The iconic Diorshow mascara came out this summer in three new colors: gray, blue and burgundy. Especially impressively bright shades will look when applied over the advanced Diorshow Maximizer 3D base, which not only makes eyelashes longer and voluminous, but also cares for them thanks to the oil serum in the composition.
Video feedback on the use of the tool:
Average price: 1800 rubles.
Giorgio Armani Black Ecstasy mascara is capable of dyeing all lashes from root to ends, lengthening and giving a bend. The shape of the brush with bristles of different directions helps to paint over even the shortest eyelashes, and the four types of wax in the composition are responsible for quick, easy application and volume. The color will turn out to be a deep black thanks to a special polymer that enhances its depth.
Average price: 1450 rubles.
The long-awaited novelty of Make Up For Ever - Excessive Lash mascara for giving the lashes a panoramic effect and unreal volume, as it turned out, is equipped with a very modest brush. Miniature, with only two types of bristles with varying degrees of elasticity and rigidity, she sculpts such gorgeous eyelashes that can be seen from afar and which literally "hold" the image. In addition, the mascara amazes with enviable durability (holds and does not crumble up to a record 12 hours), as well as perfect glide and flawless coverage.
Average price: 1000 rubles.
Liquid ink, lays down well. The brush is natural, pear-shaped. Suitable for contact lens wearers. One of the best luxury waterproof mascara.
Average price: 2,400 rubles.
Mascara Terrybly Mascara Growth Booster will be especially appreciated by owners of thin and weak eyelashes. And the point here is not only in the colossal lengthening and volume that the product guarantees, but in the unique caring serum in the composition, which stimulates growth and increases hair density.The formula is also based on moisturizing hyaluronic acid, repairing collagen and strengthening proteins, which together with the coloring pigment create perfectly sculpted eyelashes without lumps and creases.
Average price: 1100 rubles.
Urban Decay Perversion mascara for a drama-like effect in the spirit of Brigitte Bordeaux is suitable for lovers of daring beauty experiments. The product gives the lashes incredible volume, lengthening, and not just black, but super black color. In addition, the mascara has a pleasant creamy texture that allows layering of the product, adding more expression to the look.
Average price: 900 rubles.
The unique brush of the Smashbox Indecent Exposure mascara allows you to color eyelashes with high quality even in the most inaccessible places, for example, in the inner corners of the eyes. The secret lies in the miniature spiral tip and the special arrangement of the bristles that perfectly separate, lengthen and shape elastic lashes. Also, this mascara will provide a beautiful curl and increase the density of the eyelashes - it will seem that there are more of them.
Average price: 1100 rubles.
Another voluminous mascara for creating lush lashes with a panoramic effect is Kiko Milano Extra Sculpt Volume Mascara. Despite the rather dense texture, the product is easy to apply without leaving lumps, creases and clumping hairs. The square tip brushes the shortest eyelashes in the corners of the eyes, and the special wax-based formula nourishes the eyelashes from the inside, preventing them from falling out.
Average price: 1000 rubles.
Mascara-transformer - hardly anyone has heard of this. The sensational product Transformer Mascara with two types of brushes was invented by resourceful Koreans from Holika Holika. The rotation of the movable part of the case transforms the applicator, lengthening and shortening the brush, adjusting it to different types of eyelashes and eyes. Also, from the obvious bonuses of mascara - its water resistance, a strengthening formula based on plant components in the composition and flawless separation of hairs to create the effect of false eyelashes.
Average price: 950 rubles.
The new mascara from Maybelline NY will appeal to those looking for the perfect false lash effect. It models the shape of the eyelashes - adds volume, curls and lengthens - and then fixes the result. The wing-shaped mascara brush helps to paint over the entire length of the eyelashes: short bristles “capture” the eyelashes from the growth line and add volume, while long ones curl up at the outer corners of the eyes. To make the effect more noticeable, you should hold the brush at the roots and lift the eyelashes.
Test drive mascara - in the video:
Average price: 700 rubles.
Lash Sensational mascara from the American brand Maybelline is equipped with an innovative silicone brush, which was named the fan. It has a slightly curved shape and six types of bristles, varying in length. Such a brush is able to paint over even the smallest and inconspicuous hairs and make the look wide open and magnetic. The official make-up artist of the brand in Russia Yuri Stolyarov advises to paint over the eyes slowly and carefully when working with this mascara - then the brush will lengthen the eyelashes as much as possible and separate the hairs well. Many beauty bloggers, including Anna Sokolova and Marina Marmaka, called this mascara one of the best.
Lash Sensational comes in one black shade. The mascara gives a curling effect that lasts a long time. Does not smudge, crumble or flow, it can be layered. The mascara is quite persistent, so it is better to wash it off with a waterproof makeup remover or hydrophilic oil.
Average price: 440 rubles.
Bourjois mascara is best known for its unique two-in-one silicone brush. With a slight twist of the cap, it can completely change its appearance and transform from an extension brush to a volume brush and vice versa. At the heart of the mascara itself is an ultra-black formula that can make the look as expressive as possible. Also among the ingredients are jojoba oil, beeswax and carnauba wax, which gently care for the lashes. Thanks to these qualities, Twist Up The Volume mascara has gained many fans and has become the best for thousands of women around the world.
The product is offered in one shade - charcoal black. Mascara does not crumble or smear, stays firmly on the cilia throughout the day, does not irritate the eyes, does not stain the eyelids, does not stick with lumps. Washed off with regular makeup remover. But you should not get too carried away with layering - eyelashes can stick together.
Mascara video review:
Average price: 800 rubles.
It was Masterpiece Max high volume definition mascara by Max Factor that became the official mascara at Milan Fashion Week. It is equipped with the revolutionary IFX brush that quadruples the natural volume, density and lushness of eyelashes for a truly hypnotic look. The product is available in three bright glossy shades - black, dark brown and blue.
The Masterpiece Max has a silicone brush, not stiff, slightly curved, with frequent bristles. Mascara does not spread, does not roll into lumps, has a curling effect, perfectly lifts eyelashes. Does not leave marks on the eyelids, adheres perfectly, easily layering. But her dispenser is slightly wide, so more mascara is often collected on the brush than needed.
Average price: 610 rubles.
Very expressive, voluminous, clear lashes without lumps are masterly obtained with the help of Max Factor False Lash Effect - one of the best-selling mascaras in the world. Her secret is in a unique silicone brush that colors even the smallest eyelashes. This is a rare case when a democratic product is not inferior to luxury in terms of quality.
Average price: 600 rubles.
Sleek MakeUp Full Fat Lash Mascara evenly colors the lashes from the roots without breaking or weighing down the ends. It's all about a unique brush with an extended tip, with which it is convenient to adjust the intensity of density and color, as well as draw the corners of the eyes, thus visually stretching them.
Average price: 500 rubles.
Sleek MakeUp Full Fat Lash Mascara evenly colors the lashes from the roots without breaking or weighing down the ends. It's all about a unique brush with an extended tip, with which it is convenient to adjust the intensity of density and color, as well as draw the corners of the eyes, thus visually stretching them.
Average price: 270 rubles.
Creamy mascara. Suitable for women of all ages and backgrounds, including beginners. Allows you to make sophisticated makeup for every day. The best mascara suitable for sensitive eyes.
Average price: 430 rubles.
Liquid ink. The best affordable mascara for lovers of natural lashes. Not suitable for those who want bright false eyelashes.
Average price: 650 rubles.
Good lengthening mascara at a reasonable price. The brush has an unusual shape, but stains well. The mascara is suitable for sensitive eyes.
Average price: 670 rubles.
A good mascara for evening makeup, for a dramatic wide-open look. The brush is fluffy, has a spiral shape. Mascara holds well, dries quickly in moderation.
Average price: 230 rubles.
Mascara from the Belarusian brand Relouis promises to give eyelashes lengthening, volume and curling effect, while providing light and natural eye makeup. In a fairly short time, XXXL Extreme Exciting Exclusive Luxury managed to steal the hearts of hundreds of girls in our country - many called this mascara ideal in terms of price and quality and are happy to use it for daily makeup.
This mascara comes in one color - classic black. It is equipped with a small plastic brush with frequent short bristles that allows you to accurately paint over each hair along its entire length. Mascara noticeably lifts the cilia and gives them a beautiful bend, lies flat, does not leave lumps, and holds well. If you wish, you can layer it, but it is better to apply the next layer only after the previous one has dried.
Average price: 200 rubles.
The best inexpensive false-effect mascara. Moderately thick. Brush with soft fluffy bristles, equal in length and short at the end. Not suitable for lovers of natural makeup, as it makes the eyelashes look like a doll.
Mascara review - in the video:
Average price: 300 rubles.
Belita-Viteks Belarusian mascara with argan oil is designed to give a royal volume and a multiplying effect of eyelashes. The manufacturer assures that the special composition of the product with plant waxes will strengthen the hairs and provide them with deep nutrition. In order to see the maximum capabilities of this mascara, the company's makeup artists advise to apply Luxury Royal Volume first to the tips of the eyelashes, and then paint over them along the entire length.
The mascara comes in a single calm black shade. Silicone brush with multi-level bristles that separate the cilia well. Thanks to its creamy texture, the mascara is easy to apply and excellent layering, evenly lays down. Suitable for both natural daytime and dramatic evening make-up. Does not make eyelashes heavier or stick together, does not crumble. Holds firmly all day.
Average price: 350 rubles.
Cabaret mascara has become the best seller of the Vivienne Sabo brand. The employees of the company's laboratory managed to combine natural waxes and oils in its composition, thanks to which the mascara carefully cares for the eyelashes, nourishing them, and holds well. To achieve the sensational effect of stage volume, Vivienne Sabo's makeup artists recommend gently layering mascara with slow movements. It was Cabaret that could be seen on Ksenia Sobchak's instagram, in the photo with the star's favorite cosmetics, who called this mascara her exclusive find.
It comes in one shade - deep black. Suitable for both daytime and evening makeup, it all depends on how many layers to apply on the eyelashes. It is at the same time voluminous and lengthening mascara that separates hairs well, does not crumble and does not leave marks on the eyelids. The brush is small, silicone, with a short dense bristle.
Test drive mascara - in the video:
Average price: 240 rubles.
Mascara is an important part of every modern woman's makeup. Without her, not a single representative of the fair sex will be able to create a complete daytime or evening look, because long, expressive and gracefully curved eyelashes always make a woman's look more attractive. When choosing one of the most important elements of a women's cosmetic bag, first of all, it is necessary to pay attention to its quality, since it not only affects the appearance of eyelashes, but also affects the health of the eyes and skin.