I skipped over last week’s Starting Off Project because I hardly own any blushers. Well, I own two and I already reviewed one of them: L’Oreal BB Nude Magique BB Blush. This week’s project is all about mascara and that I have a few of. I am not a makeup hauler, so I don’t actually own that many mascaras. However, mascara is something I and probably most females, use every day. I love mascara because I have tiny tiny eyes and I feel that mascara really helps to open them up! Without it, I always look sick and tired.
Anyways, here the ones I currently own, but not necessarily my favourites. My favourite of all time is Lancome Doll Lashes, which I don’t have at the moment.
Essential Care
Essential Care Mascara (£17.50/7ml)
I received this mascara in the Latest in Beauty Boxes CEW Beauty Discovery Box. I was hoping for a black mascara, but I got the brown one. This is probably the first brown mascara I’ve ever used in my life because my eyelashes are black and I always opt for the darkest colour in the collection. To be honest, I hardly use this mascara due to its colour, but it works well as a conditioning base.
The Goods:
– 100% natural and 88% organic, first mascara certified by the Soil Association
– conditioning whilst making my lashes look natural and clump free
– the brush is soft and easy to control
The Bads:
– the colour isn’t suitable for my lashes
– due to it’s natural looking finish, it’s not great for dramatic looks
When to use it?
– great for a super natural (not supernatural) “no-make” look
Lancome
Lancome Definicils Macara (£22/10ml)
Everyone should know by now that Lancome has some great mascaras! It’s been my favrouite brand for mascaras for years now. I got this exact one for Christmas, but I didn’t actually start using it until this summer. It’s a really light mascara, which is a big bonus during the hot seasons.
The Goods:
– good at keeping my lashes separate
– great for a defined, but natural look
– simple to apply, simple to remove
The Bads:
– a little expensive
– I can see some clumps, but I think it’s because I’ve had it for too long 😛
When to use it?
– Now! Great for everyday looks, but I would wear it with an eyeshadow
Benefit
Benefit They’re Real Macara* (£19.50/8.5g)
This mascara has been much talked about in the beauty world and it seems like that people either love it or hate it. I already did a very detailed review on this product, which you can read about if you’re curious: Benefit They’re Real Macara.
The Goods:
– defined and strong looking lashes
– great at volumising and lengthening
– really opens up my eyes!
The Bads:
– the general complaint is that it’s difficult to remove, but it’s not that bad if you use the right makeup remover
– smudges very easily
When to use it?
I usually opt for it when I want a more dramatic look, or when I’m too lazy to wear eyeliner and eyeshadow
Jelly Pong Pong
Jelly Pong Pong Fairy Lashes Mascara (£15)
I got this in my May Glossybox (don’t click on it, it’s my first post!), and I must say that I’m rather intrigued by the name and the cute packaging!
The Goods:
– keeps my lashes lengthened and separate
– beautiful clump free finish
– water resistant and smudge free
The Bads:
– if you think They’re Real Macara is difficult to remove, then you’ll hate this one because it comes off in clumps
When to use it?
I know it’s difficult to remove, but so is every other waterproof mascara. I didn’t like it before, but I’m currently using it quite a lot because it’s got one of the best smudge free, water resistant formulas. Great for the English weather!
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Fab post hun, I also own the Benefit & Jelly Pong Pong mascaras 🙂
I'd love for you to check my post out too.. 🙂
Lianne | TheBrunetteSays…
Haha, that's cool.. two of the most popular mascaras on the market 🙂 x
Do you know, I've seen that Benefit one recommended everywhere, and from the look of your close up photo, I think I'll hate it. Way too thick for me! I do love the look of that Lancome one though 🙂
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Ah yes, the Benefit one is super volumising. Although it's good, I might not sure if I'll buy it again.
I'm glad the pictures helped you decide!! 🙂 x
I talked about the Benefit they're real too, seems like most people have 🙂
I really like the look of that jelly pong pong one though, looks great on you!
Lovely photos!
Kammi
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Oh yes, there's so much talk about that They're Real. Thanks 🙂 x
Beautiful photos as always!
Rebecca x
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Thank you!!! 🙂 x
Oh my gosh the Jelly Pong Pong makes your lashes look soooo long an amazing…I must have some haha. Amazing post as always with the best pictures around.
Hannah xxx
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The picture came out really nice for the Jelly Pong Pong one. 🙂 It's the one I use the most at the moment. But as I mentioned, it's rather difficult to remove x
Your photos look amazing! 🙂 you have really pretty eyes xxx
Thank you! haha, with the help from contact lenses of course 🙂 x
Your photos are incredible! I love Benefit They're Real. The Jelly Pong Pong lengthens your lashes like CRAZY! Great SO post 🙂
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Thank you!!! There's lots of love for Benefit They're Real and Jelly Pong Pong 🙂 x
Emma loves the Jelly Pong Pong! I love they're real!
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Haha… the two most loved mascaras 🙂 x
Your eyes are such an unusual colour, very pretty! Great review 🙂
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Thanks! That's not my real eye colour.. Wearing contacts so it looks cool for these photos x
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Thanks for the nomination! 🙂 x
great post! I hope to see you in my blog sometimes. thanks!
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