Is it actually possible to find a mascara that CURLS your lashes?

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I have very long lashes, but they make my eyes look smaller because I cannot bloody get them to hold a curl!

The only thing that has ever worked is using Shiseido The Base before I apply mascara. However I'm on a student budget and cannot afford the price tag?

Any reccs?

Eye lash curlers and mascara of your choice would probably work out cheaper. Maybe try looking at Lisa Eldridge's website.

Thanks, will have a look!

Curlers don't work for me (though I admit I've never tried a 'high end' one.)

I have this issue too. I do this:

Warm curlers with a hairdryer
Curl lashes at the base
One fine coat of waterproof mascara
Curl lashes again
Coat with normal mascara

The theory is that curling doesnt last with just normal mascara as it's water based. So water added to a curled hair makes the curl drop. Hence the one coat of waterproof mascara which is oil based. This seals the curl, meaning day-long curled lashes, topped up with whatever mascara you like.

I use the £1 MUA waterproof mascara from Superdrug and it works. Everytime :)

I second eyelash curlers, best ones I have found are John Lewis's own brand for a fiver.

Thanks for the curler reccs! Shall have a look online as I am in Aus.

Any mascara brand reccs? (I always try to use waterproof)

I have this issue - I curl them, they look great for half hour, then back to normal!

I second Pinot's method - it does make the curl last a bit longer. I also tried it using clear mascara first, curling, then applying normal mascara and got good results (the theory being that clear mascara is in essence hair gel so should hold a curl!)

I'm thinking of trying Eyeko's Curvy mascara next, or failing that Marie Claire are giving away a choice of Avon mascaras with next months issue and they do a curling one that has good reviews.

I am still considering a LVL (lash,volume,lift) treatment too (like an eyelash perm)

Oooh yes, LVL is amazing! Made my short stumps look long and luscious, I can't recommend it enough.

ooo Snake can I ask how much you paid and how long it lasts? was it uncomfortable?

Sorry to be obtuse, but where would you find a clear mascara? Other than 'The Base' I've never seen one. Are they found in supermarket brands for example?

I think quite a few brands do clear mascara including the bosy shop I think. Best bet is to look at all the busget ranges in superdrug like Miss Sporty

clear mascara

My new hero!

Cheaper clear mascara

Bags - I got the MUA one £1.00

OP - realise you are down under so not v helpful sorry , but they are sometimes marketed as brow gels if that helps?

I found this one which has good reviews on MakeUpAlley so considering givnig it a shot..Just hate always having to buy online haha.

What non clear mascara do you ladies you?

No7 curling one is good. Still not curling enough though, nothing is!

I use Ruby & Millie heated eyelash curlers. They make my lashes positively doll-like.

Benefit's new mascara "They're Real" v g.

I love my shu uemura eyelash curlers - then Benefit Mascara.

Well I ordered the ELF cler mascara, now I just need to upgrade my $5.00 curler so will have a look around!

I've never heard of Benefit mascara or No7? Are they reasonably priced?

Thank you so much for all your suggestions!

Oooh thanks for the tips - will be stealing!

I'm thinking about buying this curler (just bought clear mascara)

www.ebay.com.au/itm/EyeCurl-Heated-Curler-w-brush-Pink-Red-Blue-ideal-Eyelash-Extension-/170722967669?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item6d70f0d204#ht_1899wt_1037

And yes, I am being naughty because I'm a struggling student.

Moo - I paid £45 and it lasted about 6 weeks. It wasn't uncomfortable as such but it does take an hour and you have your eyes shut for most of it. They put eye shields on to stop the lotion creeping in, thats the worst part. Totally worth it though.

Surprisingly.....Boots 17 limited edition Curl Mascara. It really does hold. All day. The one in the faux leopard skin container.

thanks Snakes. might get it done before our hols as am waiting for the Revitalash serum to do it's thing!

Eliza - that's interesting. will have a nosy in Boots tomorrow

OP - here's link to the YouTube video that explains how to use the clear mascara to hold curl