Best Mascaras Rated by the MakeupAlley Members

Mar/19/2025#Mascara, #Mascaras, #Volumizing, #Lengthening, #Ophthalmologist Tested
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When it comes to enhancing our natural beauty, few products make as dramatic an impact as a great mascara. Whether you're aiming for a subtle, everyday look or a bold, glamorous finish, the right mascara can transform your entire look. In this roundup, we're excited to share our members' top picks—the mascaras that truly deliver on their promises of length, volume, and drama. From timeless classics to innovative newcomers, discover the best mascaras that have earned a spot in the MUA-ers' makeup routines.

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The recommended products by MakeupAlley users for “Mascara”

3 MakeupAlley members posted reviews and ratings for L'Oreal Paris Million Lashes Panorama Mascara related to “Mascara”.

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Lauermar
I was spending $40 on Chanel mascara and it's time to cut my spending. I was hesitant to try drugstore mascaras as most are messy and irritating. I had good luck with L'Oreal Butterfly but since my dr...Read more

About reviewer (29 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinCombination, Olive, Neutral

HairBrunette, Curly, Medium

EyesBlue

5 MakeupAlley members posted reviews and ratings for Annabelle Skinny Mascara related to “Mascara”.

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Skinny Mascara
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strawberryswake
Hidden gem for asian lashes!! I am not a big fan of mascara. Too complicated, always smears on my eyelid when I am putting it on, runs when I get sweaty. This one is so lightweight, the small brus...Read more

About reviewer (68 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Other

EyesBrown

308 MakeupAlley members posted reviews and ratings for CHANEL Le Volume De Chanel Mascara related to “Mascara”.

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Vitamin ERetinol
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Doodleses
Le Volume has been my daily mascara for the last 4 years now, because it's the only mascara I've found to not smudge from morning application to by the time I remove my makeup for the night. I have oi...Read more

About reviewer (520 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinDry, Fair, Neutral

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBrown

798 MakeupAlley members posted reviews and ratings for COVERGIRL Clump Crusher Mascara related to “Mascara”.

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Ferrishyn
Another GREAT Covergirl mascara. My HG is Lashblast and I had to pick this up too. I love this when I am looking for a more toned down look. I love this doesn't clump at all and it will not make yo...Read more

About reviewer (1214 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

EyesHazel

3 MakeupAlley members posted reviews and ratings for Tower 28 MakeWaves Lengthening + Curling Mascara related to “Mascara”.

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Clean BeautyAAPI Owned BrandsWash-OffVeganVitamin ERetinol
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Lyra632
This works very well on my mature lashes giving me length and volume in two coats. The most beautiful brown mascara out there. No flaking. No irritation. No fall out.

About reviewer (18 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinDry, Fair-Medium

HairBlond

EyesHazel

47 MakeupAlley members posted reviews and ratings for Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara related to “Mascara”.

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Ranking June 2023Top 10 July 2023CollagenGlycerin
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katwalker
I bought this mascara based on good reviews and deciding to try a brown mascara (I have blonde hair and hazel eyes). First, I love tubing mascaras, of which this mascara is one per the Maybelline webs...Read more

About reviewer (331 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

EyesHazel

19 MakeupAlley members posted reviews and ratings for ILIA Limitless Lash Mascara related to “Mascara”.

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sweetpea19811
I liked this mascara specifically for its separating qualities. It really separated and defined my lashes but it didn't add any volume and it also seemed to disappear quicker then normal. I liked it b...Read more

About reviewer (1466 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBlond

EyesBlue

8 MakeupAlley members posted reviews and ratings for e.l.f. Cosmetics Big Mood Mascara related to “Mascara”.

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MsPsylocke
I have this in the dark green colour and I love this mascara. It really makes my green eyes stand out. I also like how full and volumized it makes my lashes. They look super long too. The dark green s...Read more

About reviewer (1125 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

HairBlond, Wavy, Medium

EyesGreen

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