What is it?
There is a wide variety of mascaras available, each designed to achieve different effects and cater to various preferences. Here are some of the most popular types of mascara you can find:
1. Lengthening Mascara
Purpose: Designed to elongate the lashes, lengthening mascara is ideal for those with shorter lashes. It typically contains fibres or polymers that adhere to the tips of the lashes, giving them a longer appearance.
Best For: Those looking to add noticeable length without too much volume.
2. Volumising Mascara
Purpose: Volumising mascara is formulated to thicken the lashes, making them appear fuller and more dramatic. It usually has a thicker consistency and a brush designed to coat each lash evenly.
Best For: Anyone seeking bold, full lashes with a more intense look.
3. Curling Mascara
Purpose: Curling mascara is designed to lift and curl the lashes, giving them an upward, more lifted appearance. It often contains ingredients that help hold the curl throughout the day.
Best For: People with straight lashes who want a more lifted and curled effect without using an eyelash curler.
4. Waterproof Mascara
Purpose: As the name suggests, waterproof mascara is resistant to water, sweat, and humidity, making it ideal for long wear and for use in damp conditions.
Best For: Special occasions, humid weather, or any situation where you need your mascara to last all day without smudging.
5. Tubing Mascara
Purpose: Tubing mascara forms tiny tubes around each lash rather than coating them with traditional pigment. These tubes provide a smudge-proof finish and are easy to remove with warm water.
Best For: Those who want long-lasting wear without the hassle of removing waterproof mascara.
6. Lash Defining Mascara
Purpose: Lash defining mascara is designed to separate and define each lash, avoiding clumping and providing a more natural look. It often has a comb-like brush to ensure each lash is individually coated.
Best For: A natural, clean look with well-defined lashes.
7. Coloured Mascara
Purpose: Coloured mascaras come in a variety of shades, such as blue, brown, purple, and green, offering a fun and creative alternative to traditional black. They can enhance certain eye colours or add a pop of colour to your look.
Best For: Those looking to experiment with their makeup and add a unique touch to their lashes.
8. Clear Mascara
Purpose: Clear mascara adds a subtle, natural shine to the lashes without adding colour. It can also be used as a brow gel to keep eyebrows in place.
Best For: A natural, no-makeup look or as a brow tamer.
9. Bottom Lash Mascara
Purpose: Specifically designed for the lower lashes, bottom lash mascara comes with a smaller, more precise brush that allows for easy application without smudging.
Best For: Enhancing lower lashes with precision and avoiding the common issue of smudging on the lower lash line.
10. Priming Mascara
Purpose: Priming mascara is applied before regular mascara to enhance its effects. It often contains conditioning ingredients and helps to lengthen, volumise, or even out the lashes before applying the final coat of mascara.
Best For: Maximising the impact of your regular mascara or preparing lashes for more dramatic effects.
Each type of mascara offers its own unique benefits, allowing you to tailor your choice to your specific needs and desired look.
Applying Mascara
Mascara is a must for many women. Here’s a quick a tip to prevent you getting the ‘Twiggy’ eye lash look. Simply blot the mascara wand on some tissue paper before applying any mascara, this will remove any excess and give you a better finish.
Start from your eyelash line base and work outwards. Mascara ought to be applied to both sets of lashes.
When you apply mascara, ensure that you apply one coat carefully. Then check whether or not you need another coat. Focus on your outer lashes, to ensure that your eyes open up further.
When it comes to mascara removal, do not wet the lashes, hoping that that will remove your mascara. It will only clog up the mascara. Instead, use an eyelash comb to remove any dry mascara.
You can dust some translucent powder on your cheeks which will pick up flecks of mascara.
