For makeup enthusiasts like us, certain products become staples that we can’t imagine living without. (They’d have to pry my favorite red lipstick from my cold, lifeless hands!) However, with each visit to Sephora costing at least $100 (seriously, anti-aging products are pricey!), I’ve learned to appreciate a good deal. Recently, some friends raved about affordable mascaras, which piqued my interest. I decided to try L’Oreal’s Lash Paradise Mascara after seeing over 38,000 five-star reviews on Amazon. Plus, the frosty pink tube is adorable enough to brighten my bathroom counter!
With most mascaras, you generally have to choose between length or volume. But this one genuinely delivers both! It takes two coats for the best results, but I can achieve thick, lengthy lashes that make me look wide awake, even after a sleepless night.
One coat is perfect for a fresh, alert look with minimal makeup, whereas two coats deliver a more dramatic effect with even greater length and fullness. (It may look a bit clumpy on the wand, but don’t fret! It smooths out beautifully during application.) The outcome? Long, voluminous lashes without any clumps or spider-like strands!
For contact lens wearers like myself, flaky and clumpy mascara is a nightmare. Those tiny bits can wreak havoc on sensitive eyes. Luckily, this mascara is resistant to flaking and clumping, and it stays intact throughout the day. Even after a workout when I skip removing my makeup, this mascara holds up, and I’m not even using the waterproof formula.
Finding a good, affordable mascara is fantastic, especially since it’s a product that needs to be replaced often. At under $10 a tube, it’s easy to swap it out every few months to prevent bacteria build-up. To save even more, consider the 2-pack option so you can keep one at home and take the other on the go.
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