6 yrs, 1 mth ago

Curling mascara recommendations

Lately I’ve been having trouble with my all time favourite mascara (Maybelline Full & Soft in Waterproof). In the warm and humid, weather, it has started smudging really badly under my eyes- surprising, given that it’s waterproof. I have other mascaras that don’t smudge but they absolutely do not hold a curl. The only mascaras that help with curling my lashes are waterproof mascaras. Does anyone have any ideas for a great, waterproof mascara that holds a curl and doesn’t transfer or smudge? I’ve been told that Benefit BadGal Bang or Rollerlash are excellent but I’m unsure if I should take the plunge due to the price.

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  • I use Revlon Ultimate All-In-One mascara, I find that although it’s really cheap it is actually better than a MAC mascara that I had previously

  • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

    I’m not sure if it’s actually a curling mascara but the too faced better than sex mascara is the only one that holds a curl for me. Every other mascara I’ve tried drops it’s curl after about an hour.

  • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

    You should consider having your eyelashes curled and that way you won’t have to worry about the curling effects that I don’t believe mascara can give you. It costs about $50 and lasts for around 12 weeks’ but I guarantee you it will change your life!

    • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

      I have definitely considered this but was warned by my friend that chemical curling is really damaging to the eyelashes 🙁

  • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

    Have you tried the Chi Chi 3D magic lash? It’s not waterproof but I find it works great.
    I find it hard to find products that curl my lashes as well so I know the feeling!

    Maybelline used to have a fantastic one that they discontinued it was my favourite and haven’t found anything close to it that is waterproof and curling..

    • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

      Ooh, my friend recommended this one to me! I might have to give it a go! Thanks 🙂

  • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

    I Love Revlon Ultra Volume mascara. It gives the best curl and lasts all day. It’s pretty affordable too!

    • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

      I haven`t had much luck with Revlon mascara in the past but I might give that one a try. Thanks!

  • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

    I haven’t used BadGal, but I have used Rollerlash. It’s honestly the best mascara I’ve ever used, but I agree, it’s pricey! (I’m too much of a tight @r$# to buy it unless it’s part of a gift-set.) Myer also has the Rollerlash minis for $21. I’ve been meaning to try the Ulta3 curling mascara. It’s MUCH cheaper.

    • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

      Yikes, even the minis aren`t cheap! I think I`ll fork out for a mini though if the mascara is as good as everyone says!

  • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

    I have exactly the same problem because I wear sunglasses all day and the humidity it creates messes with my mascara making it soft and printing above and below my eyes.

    I’d recommend the Korean brand Etude House Dr Mascara fixer. It has a cult following for good reason as it holds the curl as well as seals your mascara so it never smudges. Use it over your mascara to hold and set.

    It has 2 formulas, the straight wand is the regular and the curved wand is the fibre version (lots of little fibres to give the illusion of length. You can buy it cheap on eBay, only $6. I tried the Nyx version too but the Etude is better as the Nyx one made my lashes hard and matte and greyed the black a little.

    I’ve been using for years and repurchased many times. Sorry my pic it’s a little dirty but it’s well used lol.

    • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

      This is such a great idea! I love Etude House but I`ve never heard of this product before. Will definitely be ordering one 🙂 Thanks

  • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

    ana.rak, I can’t give you recommendations for a mascara that holds a curl. I’m more concerned about my mascara providing as much volume as possible. However, did you know that you can buy a mini size version of Roller Lash? Here is a link to it from Adore Beauty:

    https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/benefit-cosmetics/benefit-roller-lash-mini-19.html

    • 6 yrs, 1 mth ago

      Thanks so much for letting me know! I will definitely be purchasing one 🙂

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