Maybelline Great Lash Waterproof Mascara, Volumizing, Lengthening and Lash-Doubling Formula for Thicker Lashes, Very Black, 1 Count

Affordable & Impressive!
Admittedly, I bought the waterproof (very black) version of this mascara because the pink and green bottle. It’s really nostalgic for me since my mom used to use Great Lash washable when I was little, so I was really hoping the waterproof version would become a stable in my makeup routine. This mascara did not disappoint me at all!I’ll be comparing it to the IL MAKIAGE Black Card mascara my sister gave me since it’s the only other mascara I’ve owned.Price: DIRT CHEAP! Black Card nearly gave me a heart attack when I looked up the price ($30+). Honestly this mascara proves to me that just because a product is considered a “drugstore” brand, doesn’t mean it’s garbage. High prices don’t always make the product better so don’t knock it till you try it.Product amount: Great Lash has 12.7ml of product compared to Black Card that has only 9.5ml for about a 6th of the price (don’t quote my math on that).Application: Great Lash has a shorter wand which I like. I feel I have better control over the wand and can maneuver it better than Black Card, which can feel long and awkward especially if you prefer to not change hands when applying your mascara.I was a bit skeptical about the Great Lash brush because I had gotten used to the unique, silicone brush shape of Black Card, but I like this classic brush better. I haven’t poked myself with it thus far, it catches all my lashes surprisingly well and applies the mascara pretty evenly so it’s not hard to get a more natural looking lash. Meaning I don’t get a bunch of clumped or heavy feeling lashes if I get my application right. If I do get a clump I use a sewing pin to fix it because I apparently like living dangerously – I’ll get a proper lash comb eventually.Unlike Black Card that claims (and delivers) curl and length, Great Lash doesn’t promise a curling effect, but it did add some curl to my lashes -some length too- even if it wasn’t as dramatic as Black Card (again a more natural look). If you want a big curling affect to your lashes then you’ll need an eyelash curler, and this waterproof mascara will definitely lock that curl in for the day.Is it water proof?: YES! My dog decided she wanted to play outside while it was snowing/raining and I happened to be wearing this mascara so I figured it was a good time to test it. I had rain and snow on my lashes and this mascara didn’t budge until I removed it with micellar water all in 1 waterproof from Garnier. I did notice a few ladies mention their mascara was flaking when they went to bed but I haven’t had that issue at all. Maybe I touch my eyes less (oil from your skin can breakdown waterproof mascara a bit). Also, let’s be real, if you’re expecting your mascara to pull off a 16+ hour day without some wear and tear you’re looking for a miracle, not a mascara.Black Card isn’t waterproof and it will flake in a few hours or if you touch it, so you can’t set it and forget it like you can with Great Lash. It also won’t hold a curling effect created by an eyelash curler (think of how curly hair is straight when wet).Overall: Buy it! You won’t be disappointed and your wallet won’t go into cardiac arrest.

My go to mascara
It works as it should work…I don’t wear a lot of makeup, but I do love the mascara…it usually stays on even while I’m crying…I’ve been using this product since it has come out…I have tried other mascara, but keep running back to this…

Best mascara ever used
I love this mascara I sit and watch TV at night and I can just take my fingertips and pulls off real easy without pulling out my eyelashes. I love it because it doesn’t smear right after I put it on and it is definitely waterproof true to description.

La mejor mascara
Ten mucho utilizándola gaste un pote y compre 2 por si acaso amo este producto es de larga duración en tus pestañas y no te hace tollo si lloras

I have been using this mascara for a few years now and it works great for me. It’s not super thick, but you can add a second coat, if needed. The brush separates my lashes well and there’s no clumpiness. It does not run or smudge, even when crying and it washes off easily with coconut oil. It’s also much less expensive than other brands. It’s a great product.

Good mascara, works well

Good