Can anyone help a girl picky about mascara?
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free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 4:40 pm

Hey guys! I just ordered JM, and now I'm trying to find a good mascara to go along with the fab lashes I will have (hopefully!)

Here is my laundry list for my HG mascara:

1.No clumps
2.No smudging
3.No (extreme) stiffness of the lashes...I like mine to be somewhat flexible
4.Good volume and lengthening
5.Bonus would be if they were slightly glossy

I have tried a few mascaras, I'm now using Loreal Panoramic curl, but stopped using that because it didn't look at all natural, lashes all clumped together.

So girls if you have a Holy Grail mascara you think I should try, please share!!! Very Happy

ps--told you I was picky Razz

free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 5:58 pm

I thought this thread would pick up quickly!!! Maybe you guys don't need mascara anymore due to lash growth serums!!!! Dancing

free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 6:20 pm

My absolute favourite that I come back to time and time again, is Lancome Definicils. LOVE this stuff! I find it doesn't clump nor smudge (and I have a big problem with smudging since I need to wear concealer under my eyes), gives nice length (although not hugely exagerated), and I think it doesn't make lashes feel too stiff. I just wish it were cheaper (I hate paying so much for something you're supposed to throw out after around 3 months), but it's totally worth it for me.

free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 6:25 pm

I was using panoramic curl too, but it started getting REALLY clumpy about a month in. I'm surrently using Milani's curling mascara, which was fine at first, but is not so good anymore. Kind of stiff.

I'm thinking about trying that CG one with the new brush? I wish i could find one that did hte curling for me. My eyelash curler pinches my eyelids Crying or Very sad

free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 6:44 pm

I really love Senna's TLC mascara and Lancome's Definicils would be my second choice!

free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 6:53 pm

I like Lancombe Definicils too. My only complaint is it seems to get clumpy on the wand and not go one as well, within a couple of months of use. Another cheap one I like, that has a slim, brushless wand, is Mabellines Lash Discovery. It coats nicely, but will not thicken your lashes.

free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 7:02 pm

I also like Lancome's Definicils.

free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 7:15 pm

I used to love Lancome Hypnose. BUT now that I've tried Dr Hauschka, I will not go back. It meets your criteria, and the neatest thing about it, my lashes aren't crispy when I wear it. They feel soft and conditioned.

Thu Dec 28, 2006 7:31 pm

Loreal Voluminous is my all time favorite - no clumps at all!

free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 7:39 pm

Shiseido's Natural Combing Mascara is nice, one of my fav mascaras that give me defined natural lashes but it won't really give you volume or length. You could give Lancome's L'extreme a try - no volume but lengthens and definitely not clumpy or stiff either. I think it's quite difficult to meet your criteria because all the mascaras that give you a nice natural look won't help with lengthening or volume and all and anything that helps with volume will generally be heavier and may clump more readily.

free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 7:45 pm

the best thing I've tried that I can layer without clumps is Duwop's Lash Laquer (double-ended with gloss and mascara) and Shu Uemura's Basic mascara.

But ... I don't think those give too much volume or lengthening.

Glossy - Clinique High Impact dries glossy but Duwop's has a clear gloss or you can always pick up Bourjois' Wet Look gloss to add on top of mascara.

Now that my lashes are getting really long I'm looking more for no clumps and volume. I was going to try LashFusion but my Sephora doesn't have it yet.

free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 9:39 pm

mountaingirl wrote:

I like Lancombe Definicils too. My only complaint is it seems to get clumpy on the wand and not go one as well, within a couple of months of use.

I sometimes find that too, however the last time it happened I just took a cloth and wiped down the wand and it really seemed to help. Guess you waste some product that way, but it did make the brush nice and non-clumpy again and it seemed to last for a while before the wand got a bit clumpy again. Smile

free skin care · Thu Dec 28, 2006 10:08 pm

I looooove my DiorShow. Another one that will do in a pinch in Max Factor 2000 Calories. I also like CG's Super Thick Lash. I use these last 2 when I'm feelin' cheap!

free skin care · Fri Dec 29, 2006 2:30 am

I'd like to recommend Lash Queen Mascara from Helena Rubinstein. Fabulous one!

Diorshow is my favorite,but maybe a bit stiff.

free skin care · Fri Dec 29, 2006 10:19 am

Thanx guys! Looks like the majority is leaning towards Lancome. I'm not too concerned about the price if it worked. Hell, I just plopped down a huge chunk for JM! Laughing

I've heard such good things about DiorShow and Maybellines Full and Soft on other websites (MUA) They seem like two different extremes, maybe will try Lancome, then Full n soft to see if that works. If that doesn't, maybe splurge on Dior. I have never found a good mascara, but then again, by my criteria..... Rolling Eyes

Any other suggestions are very welcome. This girl needs help before she spends more on mascara than she did on her JM! Laughing

free skin care · Fri Dec 29, 2006 10:26 am

two others to look out for is the new formulation by Sisley and by By Terry.

free skin care · Fri Dec 29, 2006 10:36 am

I used to use Lancome Definicils but changed to Mac Pro Lash about 2 years ago (or more) and have never looked back. It's a lovely mascara that doesn't clump or smudge.

I loved Lancome Definicils, but begruded paying all that money (I think it was about £14 or £15 at the time) for mascara. Mac is about £10, which I still think is quite expensive, but it's worth it Very Happy

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free skin care · Fri Dec 29, 2006 11:24 am

mountaingirl wrote:

I like Lancombe Definicils too. My only complaint is it seems to get clumpy on the wand and not go one as well, within a couple of months of use. Another cheap one I like, that has a slim, brushless wand, is Mabellines Lash Discovery. It coats nicely, but will not thicken your lashes.

M's Lash Discovery is my all-time favorite cheap mascara. I've tried many others, but keep going back to it!

I also like Dr. H's for daytime wear.

free skin care · Fri Dec 29, 2006 7:20 pm

Shiseido Mascara Base is HG & THE BEST! It will make any other mascara you put on top of it work so much better & will definitely add volume. I don't really need to wear mascara on the top anymore, unless I need to look extra fabulous, but I always use this on my bottom lashes since growing my upper ones with JM. This is b/c my top lashes look fake since they're so long, especially on a pacific islander girl like me. I find that using the Shiseido base followed by mascara evens my bottom lashes out with the top for more balanced proportion.

There is also a product called Fast Lash that is fluffy fibers that you tap onto your lashes after putting one coat of mascara & then adding another coat of mascara. You can use it to add volume or just at the very tips of your lashes to add more length. Depending on how much you use, you can achieve the false lash effect for special occassions, without have to wear falsies.

For very natural, no clump & good for your lashes: Pur Minerals (no tar-good lash conditioning ingredients, Dr. H (no clumps no matter how many layers you slather on) Terry (contains proteins that are good for the lashes)

I also like Cover Girl Lash Exact & Lash Discovery, for no clumps, but these are especially good for the bottom lashes.

Volumizing Mascaras: High end - DiorShow or YSL faux cils - ysl also has beautiful & subtle shades, ie. plum, blue, etc. Drugstore: L'oreal Voluminous. Although, with the volumizing formulations, you do have to use a metal lash comb to avoid any clumping - Tweezerman makes a good one.

free skin care · Sat Dec 30, 2006 1:17 pm

Thank you guys for all of your wonderful suggestions

There are just way too many mascaras out there to try!

I popped by walmart on the way homem from work last night, and on a whim, picked up the Maybelline Full n Soft (waterproof). I was really amazed! It fit every single one of my criteria, except I did find it to smudge a bit under the eye (strange for a waterproof mascara....) Very easy to swipe away though, and washes off decently. Made my puny lashes longer, and thicker....without ANY clumps! That's a wow for me, because everything I have used clumps on me. I will keep using it for awhile, until I get bored (or fed up with smudgies) then move on to the next (hopefully) fabulous product! Wink

free skin care · Sat Dec 30, 2006 5:18 pm

Oh, and one more thing.....has anyone tried cake mascara? I know Paula Dorf and I think Lola Cosmetics makes some. I've always wanted to try it, but sounded it bit weird. Let me know if you've had any experience with this! Confused

Sat Dec 30, 2006 7:27 pm

ive been doing this for a long time: instead of using a real mascara, i use clear on my lashes, then carefully paint them with liquid eyeliner.

here, you have control over how much color you use and if you screw up with the clear, you can fix it super easily.

you dont get clumps if you have a good liquid eyeliner, and the smudging issue also has something to do with the eyeliner. your lases are flexible this way, because both products are usually really light.

hope this helps. Smile

free skin care · Sat Dec 30, 2006 8:35 pm

I havent found my HG mascara but I think Neutrogena Weightless Mascara would fit your requirements. It has no wax in it so it does not feel stiff or thick on your lashes. It it a great everyday mascara...for more drama I like Full & Soft or Max Factor 2000 Calorie but these both flake like crazy. Good luck.

free skin care · Sun Dec 31, 2006 10:05 am

Manda--What kind of clear mascara do you use? Everyone I've tried makes my lashes clump like crazy! It would be great to find a good one for when I want a no-makeup look, but a little curl....especially when my lashes start growing out

Olivia--Maybe I'll try the Neutrogena one next.....I love the effect of the Full n Soft, but the smudgies are driving me nutters!!! It may be do to the fact that when I'm outside (I live and work by the water, so even tho it's cold, I still like to spend time out there on my breaks and such) my eyes water with the cold and wind a bit. But it says right on the freakin tube "WATERPROOF" Brick wall

It's NYE, and after work, I'm going to do a little partying....hopefully it will last a couple of hours at least.

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!!

free skin care · Sun Dec 31, 2006 10:08 am

I think you might like Tarte's Light, Camera, Lashes mascara. It gives a little bit of volume, and it goes on so smoothly and so naturally that I don't even need to comb it afterwards--- I just apply and go. I prefer a more dramatic look, so when I have time to apply it properly I always prefer Lancome's Fatale, but when I'm in a hurry I reach for this one because I can just apply it and go.

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