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Best Drugstore Mascara for Length and Volume
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items When a mascara lands on my list as a favorite worthy of repurhase, it needs to give good volume and length while grabbing every lash and separating them. Everything on this list does that, all at the drugstore. Also, nothing here will flake or smudge...
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The Mascaras
The Primers
The Mascaras
These mascaras differ in wand shape and flexibility, but they all deliver feathery, volumized lashes with noticeable length. Each one has its own strengths, so you can pick your favorite—or like me, rotate between several to suit your mood or desired...
This mascara comes with a skinny, flexible wand that makes it easy to reach even the tiniest lower lashes, though it also works well for a full-eye look. Its classic formula is buildable, allowing you to layer for noticeable volume and length. While ...
Telescopic Intense Lash Length Original Mascara
This mascara is a true drugstore classic, known for its reliable performance and versatile formula. While the black shade is timeless, it also comes in a variety of fun colors—like burgundy, which adds a subtle pop and can make eyes appear brighter. ...
Voluminous Original Washable Mascara - L'Oréal Paris
This mascara lives up to every bit of hype—it delivers dramatic length and volume at an unbeatable price. The brush and formula work together to fan out lashes, giving a bold, eye-opening effect without clumping. While Essence offers other formulas t...
Lash Princess False Lash Mascara
This mascara features an hourglass-shaped wand that effortlessly coats every lash, delivering impressive volume and separation. Known for its high-end performance at a drugstore price, it’s a favorite for achieving dramatic, fanned-out lashes that lo...
Voluminous Lash Paradise Washable Mascara
This mascara remains a longtime favorite, delivering consistent length and volume that really make lashes stand out. It has a wet, buildable formula that performs best about one to two weeks after opening, giving you optimal coverage without clumping...
Maybelline Lash Sensational Washable Mascara
This mascara features a slim, flexible tapered wand designed to reach every lash, delivering impressive length and definition. It pairs perfectly with the primer from the same line, which helps enhance lift and separation for a more polished look. Li...
Lash Sensational Sky High® Washable Mascara
This mascara is perfect if you want noticeable length paired with just the right touch of volume that never feels heavy or clumpy. The formula is tubing, which means it wraps each lash in lightweight polymers for long-lasting wear that won’t smudge o...
Lash XTNDR Mascara
This mascara isn’t just about the sleek, eye-catching packaging—it’s a true classic in the makeup world. Known for delivering both length and volume, it helps create a wide-eyed, fanned-out lash look that instantly opens up the eyes. The tapered sili...
L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Panorama Mascara
This mascara is another standout from Maybelline, delivering the same reliable quality the brand is known for. While it shares similarities with the original Lash Sensational, it brings a fresh twist with its ability to lift and separate lashes for a...
Lash Sensational Firework Washable Mascara Makeup
This mascara features an hourglass-shaped wand designed to lift, curl, and coat every lash for a bold, eye-catching effect. It delivers dramatic volume and length that rivals high-performing mascaras from L’Oréal, making it a strong contender in the ...
The Falsies Lash Lift® Washable Mascara Eye Makeup
This mascara has earned its status as a perpetual Amazon best seller thanks to its ability to deliver bold, full lashes with ease. The formula is designed to maximize volume, giving lashes a thick, lush look without clumping. Its silicone wand has a ...
Lash Blast Volume Mascara
This mascara is one of the most affordable yet effective hourglass wand options out there, proving you don’t need to spend a lot to get impressive results. The brush is designed to lift and coat every lash, adding noticeable volume and definition in ...
Big Mood Volumizing Mascara
This brown mascara is a great option for those who prefer a softer, more natural look compared to classic black formulas. While it doesn’t deliver the most dramatic length or volume, it excels at giving lashes a subtle lift and definition that works ...
Butter Bronzer Mascara
This mascara comes with a uniquely shaped wand that might take some getting used to, but it’s designed to grab and coat every lash for noticeable definition. The bristles are firm and can feel a bit rough during application, which may not be the most...
So Defined Volumizing + Defining Mascara
The Primers
If you’re into mascara primers, these are my two favorite affordable options from the drugstore. I’m obsessed with the L’Oréal primer—I’ve gone through countless tubes and always grab the 2-pack. The Maybelline primer pairs beautifully with its match...
This tinted primer is designed to prep lashes for mascara, adding a subtle base of color and a bit of extra lift. While it may not dramatically change the performance of every mascara, it pairs especially well with the Lash Sensational line, enhancin...
Lash Sensational Sky High® Tinted Primer Mascara Makeup
This primer is a must-have for anyone who wants to maximize their mascara’s impact. It adds noticeable volume and lift while prepping lashes for smooth, even application. Lightweight yet buildable, it helps mascara adhere better and last longer witho...
Voluminous Mascara Primer & Eyelash Conditioner - L'Oréal Paris