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Favourite mascara that doesn't end up down your face please!!

43 replies

Faciadipasta · 02/09/2022 14:27

Just that really! I'm bored of looking like a panda. Been using tubing mascaras the last couple of years but fi d if the little tube bits get into your eyes it's a bloody nightmare. There must be another way!! Thank you

OP posts:
ApolloandDaphne · 02/09/2022 14:38

I use the Bobbi Brown Smokey Eye mascara and it never gets into my eyes.

AuntieMaggie · 02/09/2022 14:41

The gold Soap and Glory one... Thick and fast I think it's called

abovedecknotbelow · 02/09/2022 14:42

Benefit Roller Lash

felulageller · 02/09/2022 14:48

No7

Squicknick · 02/09/2022 14:53

A cheap Essence one (Wilko's stocks) called No More Panda Eyes. It's fantastic

NeedAHoliday2021 · 02/09/2022 14:56

I alternate between no7 waterproof and max factor.

TrickOrRuddyTreat · 02/09/2022 14:58

Estee Lauder Double Wear

MintyGreenDreams · 02/09/2022 14:59

Max factor 2000 never found one better

torquewench · 02/09/2022 14:59

Estee Lauder doublewear

Teacherteachernotapreacher · 02/09/2022 14:59

Super fan - I’ve tried loads. It is expensive but best one I’ve tried for not smudging and lovely lashes

RhubarbRocks · 02/09/2022 15:02

A third vote for Estée Lauder doublewear. Stays put and doesn’t smudge at all.

obsessedwithsleep · 02/09/2022 15:03

Estee Lauder double wear is the best I've found

Watchthesunrise · 02/09/2022 15:05

Yup Estee Lauder Double wear for me too

Arou · 02/09/2022 15:15

Maybelline Lash Sensational. I’d never have another mascara!

TulipVictory · 02/09/2022 15:45

Soap & glory thick & fast

PatsyJStone · 02/09/2022 15:45

No 7 waterproof - used for donkeys years... with a bristle brush not the rubbery ones

thunderonlyhappenswhenits · 02/09/2022 15:51

Arou · 02/09/2022 15:15

Maybelline Lash Sensational. I’d never have another mascara!

Yes this or the sky high one - just amazing for the price

Mercurial123 · 02/09/2022 16:48

Eyeko is really good.

Upsidedowntoday · 02/09/2022 18:11

Hourglass Extreme Lash - I have (heavily) hooded eyes and have never been able to find a mascara that didn’t leave me looking like a panda until I saw this recommended on MN. It’s quite expensive but I bought a travel size which has done me 8 months or more so far and it is honestly amazing stuff!

Mistletow · 02/09/2022 18:35

Essence Lash Princess Waterproof or CT pillow talk. My favourites

Aria2015 · 02/09/2022 18:38

YSL waterproof mascara. Long lashes and doesn't budge!

SunnydayeverythingsAOK · 02/09/2022 19:21

Aldi Too Legit at £5.99 a tube works perfectly and stays put.

RudsyFarmer · 02/09/2022 19:26

I’ve been really impressed with Elf waterproof. I wanted something cheap and cheerful and it doesn’t budge.

1000yellowdaisies · 02/09/2022 19:32

Ive tried so many mascaras over the years i cant even count and my absolute favourite is 2faced better than sex. Its got a chunky wand like the Dior Extase that i loved and they discontinued...
Lovely thickness and shape and doesn't mudge

Doorhandleghost · 02/09/2022 21:07

My eyes can defeat almost any mascara - a combination of oily eyelids and allergies seems to make even the hardiest, most allegedly waterproof formula run down my face!

The only one I've found that doesn't is the Hourglass one that's in a gold tube. Magic. It comes in a travel size so you can try it out without it costing too much!