Lengthening or voluminous? What to look for when choosing mascara

There is never too much mascara. You can choose one for "everyday"‎‎, or use several at once. You will learn everything about the most popular product of women's cosmetic bag from our article.

The classics have always been generous with statements about the eyes. Tolstoy called them "the mirror of the soul", and Oscar Wilde aptly remarked that "beauty is in the eye of the beholder". To draw attention to the look, first you need to choose the right mascara. K&Z has compiled a real beauty guide based on the types and features of this product. 

Lengthening mascara

As a rule, such mascaras have silicone cone-shaped brushes that help to stretch the eyelashes. The formulas of modern versions contain polymers from nylon and rayon, creating a build-up effect.

Who it's for: Those with short, sparse lashes.

Mascara for volume

Are your eyelashes not particularly thick? Try voluminous mascara! The wide brush will make them more expressive, and the formula based on waxes and silicone polymers will increase the thickness of each eyelash. Makeup artists recommend applying this mascara in a zigzag motion from root to tip.

Who it's for: those with thin and not very thick eyelashes. 

Curl Mascara

If for some reason you do not want to use a curler (although, as we have already found out, you should not be afraid of it), pay attention to mascara with a brush-spoon. It lifts and curls lashes, making them visibly longer and voluminous. Curler mascaras contain film polymers, which allow you to fix the bend. 

Who it's for: Those with short, drooping lashes.

Waterproof mascara

Whatever cosmetic manufacturers claim, waterproof mascaras have a completely different formula than their counterparts. Due to special polymers and oils, they will easily withstand the test of snow, heat and even heavy rain. Brushes for waterproof mascaras can be very different, usually they repeat the formula of the original version.

Who it's for: Those who constantly rub their eyes, sweat or are just often in bad weather.

Thermal ink

The convenience of these carcasses lies in the fact that they are moisture resistant and at the same time are easily washed off with warm water. As a rule, thermal mascaras are removed from the eyelashes with small “stockings", which are easily removed from the eyes during washing. Their formulas hold firm in bad weather and do not imprint on the eyelids.

Suitable for: those who appreciate the convenience and comfort in removing makeup. 

Separating mascara

Expressive, clearly separated eyelashes are the dream of any girl. It is easy to carry out with the help of mascara with a brush-comb. The classic shape allows you to comb your eyelashes well, as well as add volume and length to them. Separation Mascara formulas are based on film-forming polymers and viscose fibers, which ensure uniform application.

Who it's for: Those who love natural makeup.

Mascara for lower lashes

Of course, you can use ordinary mascara to paint the lower lashes, but it is much more convenient to do this with a special small brush. Their shape is designed taking into account the characteristics of the lower eyelashes – after all, they are usually much shorter and less voluminous than the upper ones. The most advanced beauty brands have transformer mascaras in their assortment, which allow you to fit several brushes in one tube at once.

Suitable for: those who are used to painting according to the rules. 

Transparent mascara (gel)

Another alternative for those who love natural makeup. Sheer mascara won't add extra length or volume to your lashes – it will just make them more expressive and allow you to fix the shape. An obvious plus of these gels is that they contain a large number of caring components, due to which they enhance hair growth and protect them from the adverse effects of the environment. By the way, this product works great on the eyebrows.

Suitable for: those who appreciate their natural beauty. 

Top 8 Best Mascaras

From top to bottom, left to right: extra black mascara Hypnose L'Absolu de Noir, Lancome ; ultra black mascara Falsies Lash Lift Ultra Black, Maybelline NY ; mascara Le Mascara Noir, Eisenberg ; waterproof mascara Paradise Dream Volume & Long Lash Mascara, Dear Dahlia ; mascara for volume Beyond Lash Volumizing Mascara, jane iredale ; mascara "Bomb Eyelashes", Avon ; mascara with the effect of extreme volume Russian Doll, Elian ; moisture-resistant mascara with the effect of volume Lash Condom Mascara, Vera By Vera Brezhneva.