Good non waterproof smudge resistant mascara? Am I asking too much??

[Lyssah]

Hi Everyone

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I am currently using Pro Lash (which I really like), and it seems to smear in the bottom outer edge of my eye when I'm at work

(mainly coz I smile & laugh a lot).

Can anyone recommend me a good black mascara that won't smear, clump, flake (<-- this is most important)?

It can't be waterproof

(I seem to have really itchy eyes when I use waterproof make up).

If it has volume it would be even better. And the brand or cost doesn't matter!

Thanks EVERYONE

 

[COBI]

I'm going to go against what you asked for: can you tell us which waterproofs you have tried?

I ask because I have problems with some, but LOVE Kiss Me by Blinc and haven't had issues with it.

 

[smellyocheese]

Fasio has the best waterproof mascaras. so waterproof that it's so difficult to remove! But wonderful for swimming

 

[Lauren1981]

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Originally Posted by toxaemia Hi Everyone , I am currently using Pro Lash (which I really like), and it seems to smear in the bottom outer edge of my eye when I'm at work (mainly coz I smile & laugh a lot). Can anyone recommend me a good black mascara that won't smear, clump, flake (<-- this is most important)? It can't be waterproof (I seem to have really itchy eyes when I use waterproof make up). If it has volume it would be even better. And the brand or cost doesn't matter! Thanks EVERYONE

L'oreal voluminous in carbon black. i love it

 

[FiestyFemme]

I think you'll probably get different answers from everybody, but my vote goes to Cover Girl Lash Blast. It's doesn't smear, smudge, or flake on me at all, and I'm using the non-WP version. Another thing I've found to really help is a primer. I don't always use it, but when I do, I noticed it really "locks" the mascara on your lashes (as in it's definitely a little more difficult to remove at night). Might be worth a shot for you.

 

[GlamQueen21]

Try the MAC Plushlash mascara. It's very good and it doesn't clump, smudge, smear or flake your lashes.

 

[VDUB*BELLA]

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Originally Posted by FiestyFemme I think you'll probably get different answers from everybody, but my vote goes to Cover Girl Lash Blast.

I second the Lash Blast

 

[Shenanigans]

Second the L'Oreal Voluminous, but I use Blackest Black (the Carbon flaked on me.)

 

[Lyssah]

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COBI: I'm going to go against what you asked for: can you tell us which waterproofs you have tried?

Lots, I can't remember exacts, but maxfactor 2000, Loreal lash artichitect, napolean, avon and almay to name a few.

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FiestyFemme: I think you'll probably get different answers from everybody, but my vote goes to Cover Girl Lash Blast. It's doesn't smear, smudge, or flake on me at all, and I'm using the non-WP version. Another thing I've found to really help is a primer. I don't always use it, but when I do, I noticed it really "locks" the mascara on your lashes (as in it's definitely a little more difficult to remove at night). Might be worth a shot for you.

I'm hoping to get different opinions, so I can collate the answers, get the most voted one, and if that doesn't work out I always have other options!!

What primer do you use?

Thank you so much everyone!! Keep the suggestions coming!

 

[kaexbabey]

shiseido lasting lift mascara! i'm pretty sure it's not waterproof .. but it doesn't smear on me

 

[JolieFemme]

NYX Doll eye volume its water resistant not waterproof. It's still not my favorite as far as length/volume goes but it's the only mascara I use that doesn't smudge or irritate my eyes. I"ve also heard good things about the Lash Power Mascara Long Wearing Formula, so that might be worth a try. I should a add that I've tried Lash Blast, Dior Show, Almay, Max Factor..ect I liked a lot of them but they always seemed to smudge a bit under my lower lashes (I don't apply mascara to my lower lashes) so i might be the odd ball out. I tend to blink a lot, rub my eyes and sometime they can water quite a bit. Hope that helps I pretty tired at the moment.

 

[user79]

Use Shiseido Mascara primer, you won't have any flaking or smudging

 

[FiestyFemme]

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Originally Posted by toxaemia What primer do you use?

Right now, I'm using MAC Prep+Prime Lash.
I like it, but my lashes are of medium thickness, so I was looking more for lengthening anyway (which this does!).
The Shiseido primer MissChievous mentioned is supposed to be really good as well.

 

[casanova70]

Ooh! I am so not a prolash fan. but i'm glad it works for you. the best mascara trick I have ever found (well i discovered it myself but i'm sure others do it) is to apply a dusting of loose powder on and under the eyelashes before applying mascara, and between coats. the mascara sticks to the powder and doesn't budge

 

[Lyssah]

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Originally Posted by JolieFemme I liked a lot of them but they always seemed to smudge a bit under my lower lashes (I don't apply mascara to my lower lashes) so i might be the odd ball out. I tend to blink a lot, rub my eyes and sometime they can water quite a bit. Hope that helps I pretty tired at the moment.

That is exactly what happens to me with Pro Lash at the moment. I don't even wear it on my bottom lashes, but it always ends up in the corners where I must 'squint' from smiling and laughing.

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Originally Posted by MissChievous Use Shiseido Mascara primer, you won't have any flaking or smudging

Thank you MissChievous - just to give me an idea, what is the price difference in comparision to M.A.C prep + prime?

THANK YOU EVERYONE!!

 

[Lyssah]

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Originally Posted by casanova70 Ooh! I am so not a prolash fan. but i'm glad it works for you. the best mascara trick I have ever found (well i discovered it myself but i'm sure others do it) is to apply a dusting of loose powder on and under the eyelashes before applying mascara, and between coats. the mascara sticks to the powder and doesn't budge

Wow, that's interesting, doesn't it cause the lashes to clump?

 

[FiestyFemme]

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Originally Posted by toxaemia Thank you MissChievous - just to give me an idea, what is the price difference in comparision to M.A.C prep + prime?

Not MissChievous, but MAC's is $13.50 and Shiseido's is $22.

 

[Lyssah]

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Originally Posted by FiestyFemme Not MissChievous, but MAC's is $13.50 and Shiseido's is $22.

Thank you! That's pretty decent. I will have a look when I go shopping next.

If any one else has any more feedback I'd love to hear it

Saves me asking again in two weeks if for some reason something doesnt work out!

 

[poker face]

I honestly think that finding the mascara for you is trial and error. I've been through tubes that I absolutely loathe and tubes that I absolutely love that I stopped loving later on...

MAC's Plushlash is really great, especially with a base like Prep+Prime Lash. It's probably their best mascara as far as I'm concerned. Another option, which I've seen give very similar results is the CoverGirl LashBlast, and it's at an even more reasonable price point. I still use the waterproof formula of it when I'm going out and need my makeup to withstand a lot, but the regular formula is just as good!

Hope this helps, and good luck finding the right mascara for you!

 

[casanova70]

toxaemia - not at all! makes it less clumpy, sticky, and more full.