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So utterly fed up of thick clumpy mascaras

37 replies

unknownorigins · 11/04/2022 09:08

Tried so many mascaras, thrown so many in the bin! All I want in a mascara is a nice smooth consistency with no clumps. Every single one I try is thick, gloopy and lumpy. Oh and a decent wand without 5000 bristles would be an added bonus!
Any suggestions? Don't mind paying a bit extra if it actually works! Thanks

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MrsPelligrinoPetrichor · 11/04/2022 09:10

Maybelline

MrsPelligrinoPetrichor · 11/04/2022 09:10

Sorry, Maybelline Great Lash

GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 11/04/2022 09:11

The Glossier one is great, and exactly what you want.

LemonDrizzles · 11/04/2022 09:14

Clinique expensive but lasts ages

stimpyyouidiot · 11/04/2022 09:15

I like benefit 'they're real' and Lancôme hypnose

Goldengoosey · 11/04/2022 09:16

Maybelline Great last never clogs but I prefer the brush on Maybelline Colossal so I sometimes use a mix of these. I’ve tried lots of expensive mascaras and always come back to Maybelline. Good for my sensitive eyes too

Shurl · 11/04/2022 09:17

Was also going to recommend maybelline great lash. Great lash big has a big bristle-y wand, so not that one, but the original.

Branleuse · 11/04/2022 09:18

maybelline great lash is quite a nice subtle mascara which is lovely for day wear as not too dramatic, just accentuates, and a normal brush and doesnt smudge

Whyarewehardofthinking · 11/04/2022 09:21

Maybelline Sky High for me. I love the wand and I can top it up throughout the day without any clumps.

emsyj37 · 11/04/2022 09:24

Maybelline generally are quite thin and don't have those clumpy fibres that give you lumpy lashes. Sky High is probably the best for this texture, but it has a fine rubbery wand so that may or may not suit you. Clinique High Impact mascara is smooth and lump free but has a big bushy wand.

phizog · 11/04/2022 09:24

Maybelline lash sensational and great lash are fab!

TheOGCCL · 11/04/2022 09:28

I like the No7 Stay Perfect one. Reduced at moment with an Advantage card.

Girlintheframe · 11/04/2022 09:33

The glossier one is amazing. It's very natural. I'm made multiple repeat purchases of if

Nnique · 11/04/2022 09:53

Maybelline

Boots no.7 does a good one but I’m not sure I remember the name of it...I think it’s extreme lashes? Maybe intense lashes?

I bought one from L’Oréal recently that I like: L’Oréal Paris Paradise oil-enriched volumising mascara.

AnnaSW1 · 11/04/2022 10:01

Maybelline is dreadful on me. I use Max Factor and never get clumps

casualreader2022 · 11/04/2022 10:02

I've tried a few, but keep coming back to this one: loreal-paris-volume-million-lashes

unknownorigins · 11/04/2022 10:03

Oh wow popped out to the shops and came back to all these replies! Thank you so much, I will have a look at all your suggestions Smile

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ElenaSt · 11/04/2022 10:21

I add a drop of pixi rose oil every couple of weeks to mascara and it makes the mascara work just as well but doesn’t clump. Works well on waterproof mascara as it stops lashes from being brittle.

Prismatic · 11/04/2022 10:32

I always comb through with an eyelash comb after applying mascara ( metal teeth are best) and it makes the finish much better/removes clumps ( Would recommend lâncome definicils as doesn't flake)

pinkBamboo · 11/04/2022 10:34

Lancôme hypnose and maybe use an eyelash treatment serum to make sure your lashes are in good condition

BlancheB · 11/04/2022 10:42

Benefit roller lash (in the mini size) is exactly what you're looking for.

KimikosNightmare · 11/04/2022 11:11

@LemonDrizzles

Clinique expensive but lasts ages
You quite often get them free if you've bought other items and they have gift promotions on. They are good but I don't think I've ever bought actually paid for one !
nearlyspringyay · 11/04/2022 11:17

Benefit roller lash, never clumps, easy to remove. Love it.

sergeantmajor · 11/04/2022 13:33

I like Benefit They're Real, mostly because it lasts without giving me panda eyes. I sometimes try the next big thing but always come back to this.

AprilLady · 11/04/2022 13:47

I really like the Iconic London Triple Threat mascara for my rather sparse eyelashes. It has a thin wand which gives you good control, and lasts all day on me.