Many beauty enthusiasts consider mascara as their ‘desert island makeup item’, given its ability to instantly rejuvenate tired eyes. Recently, I found myself in need of a new one and stumbled upon the Estee Lauder Double Wear Zero-Smudge Lengthening Mascara, Black on Amazon and LookFantastic.
I had used this mascara previously and remembered being quite fond of it, but it had been years since my last purchase. Ready for another round, I snagged one for £23.43 in the sale, a significant markdown from the usual price of £29.50.
As the name implies, this mascara promises to stay put all day without smudging, a challenging feat in the world of mascaras. Upon trying it, I was pleased to find that it indeed lasted all day, but what truly wowed me was its remarkable lengthening effect.
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After curling my lashes, I applied one coat initially, noticing an immediate lift and separation. A second coat practically tripled their length. The trick, I believe, is to apply multiple coats, allowing them to slightly dry in between, reports the Liverpool Echo.
Throughout the day, several people commented on the length of my lashes, some even inquiring if I had a lash lift. I worked for Estee Lauder years ago, and reflecting on it, this product seemed to be a popular add-on to customers’ baskets – almost without a second thought.
The Zero Smudge Lengthening Mascara is storming the market, priced at £22 on LookFantastic and £25.08 in the Debenhams sale. Reviews are flooding in, and it looks like this beauty find might just be racking up a cult following.
One impressed buyer exclaimed: “Wow. At last I’ve found a no smudge mascara. It’s been years of looking for this, with years of panda eyes. I have oily skin and always have mascara run. You will not be disappointed if you buy this.”
Another elated customer shared: “I wish I had known about this earlier it’s amazing wish it was cheaper though but it definitely stands out from my other mascaras I’ve used. If your fed up with black under your eye this mascara definitely stays put all day.”
Review-wise, not many seem to sing praises about its lengthening prowess – which comes as quite the surprise to me. Maybe its my secret weapon, the double coat, that really makes those lashes pop.
If your purse strings are pulled a tad tighter, the UKLASH Lengthening Mascara could be your go-to at £12 while still packing plenty of lash-lengthening power. Unlike the Zero-Smudges traditional brush, the UKLASH boasts a curved silicone one, nailing both separation and sculpting. And can we talk about REFYs Lash Sculpt for £20? It promises tons of length paired with an enviably natural look.
