First of all, let me just say I have a love/hate relationship with mascara. I need it but I hate to buy it. It might seem like mascaras are all alike. How can one tell them apart? Well looking at the product yourself, you really can't. It has to be sniffed (yes) and it has to be sampled. Wands are everything. For me, I like old school linear. I don't care for the spiky ball wand nor the big thick wand that can take your eye out. I just want it simple and easy to maneuver.
So...here's the last five mascaras that I have worn. I favor the top 2 and as I posted on IG adios to the others.
I tried Givenchy mascara before the Dior Show and I thought I had found my all time favorite. But when I tried Dior Show it was immediate love. I adore the wand, am pleased with the scent and love how the mascara itself makes my lashes look thicker and longer without resembling spider legs. I already ended up buying a full size Dior Show. I would also purchase Givenchy too. While I hate to splurge on this particular beauty product because its life shelf is so short; it's an absolute must.
Now onto the not so lovelies... Whoever came up with "Better than SEX" for this mascara clearly hasn't had it. Sorry, it's just not all that. I loathe the wand, and find it very messy to apply. I have tried this two times and have another one to use which I am dreading. Benefit "they're real" it's okay. I find it transfers onto my lids which is a huge no-no. I do not care for a plastic wand. I feel it somehow affects the actual product. So I would not buy a full size of this and if i received a sample would pass it on. Lastly, Josie Maran "Black Oil"...this was the most disappointing. IT was dry and that to me is a real deal breaker. I love her products but this was a real flop.
So there you have it. What's not pictured is L'oreal mascara. They make fabulous drug store mascara, so if you are on a budget this is the way to go. I love the rose scent, the wands are awesome and the product is very worthy of your cash...and mine too.
What's your favorite mascara and why? Let me know...X,Suzn*