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The new age of mascara is coming with us into 2026. No more clumpy lashes or raccoon eyes. Let’s put down that dry tube of mascara we’ve been conveniently using since 2020 and lock in. The perfect final step in your going-out routine, or the finishing touch to a light makeup day, is just a bat of the lashes away.
I’ve been wearing mascara since I was 12, when the pink-and-green Maybelline Great Lash Mascara was a staple in my school bag. After dedicating decades to the game, many now refer to me as a mascara guru, as I’ve tested formulas through all phases of life. Some would even go so far as to say that discovering my love for mascara was my gateway into the realm of beauty.
After all, applying mascara is the one step in my makeup routine that makes me feel complete. Looking back on myhref=”https://us.refybeauty.com/products/lash-sculpt” target=”_blank”> 
This mascara isn’t clumpy, gives a great lift, and is easy to build. Although, it can be tricky to apply on bottom lashes and leans more toward a natural look. Available at refybeauty.com 28Shop Now Armani Beauty Eyes To Kill Lengthening Mascara 
I like the lift, volume, and length this mascara gives, but it comes at a higher price tag. Available at sephora.com 35Shop Now Benefit Cosmetics BADgal BANG! Volumizing Mascara 
This mascara is very black, volumizing, and has a great applicator. However, it may run after a while, especially when used on bottom lashes. Available at sephora.com 14Shop Now Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Universal Volumizing Mascara sephora.com Shop Now Yves Saint Laurent Lash Clash Extreme Volume Mascara 
I like how volumizing this mascara is and the shade range, however the brush applicator is very large, which makes targeted application more difficult. Available at sephora.com 34Shop Now Essence Lash Princess Sculpted Volume Mascara 
This one is affordable with a great applicator, but tends to clump as you build more layers. Available at ulta.com 3Shop Now TOPICS: mascara reviews
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