Liking the CoverGirl Simply Ageless Skin Perfector Essence (the Chanel Les Beiges Water Fresh Tint+
Overall ELF. Latest favorite is the Lash N Roll mascara. Available in brown. Also purchased black. +
Depends on the foundation. In past I would have just used a damp blending sponge. Now I use ++
I like CoverGirl Clean Fresh in Translucent (pink compact). It’s cruelty free.
I hated Essence Lash Princess for all the reasons you listed. I'd describe my 3 HG favorites as++
Maybelline lash lift WP, Buxom WP, MK ultimate WP, Covergirl Professional WP. All on amazon iirc
Recs for really remarkable mascaras? ++
Oldie but goodies: CoverGirl AquaSmooth