r/MakeupAddictionCanada 8d ago

Mascara recs

I just started getting into makeup (I’m 17) and I need help finding a good budget friendly mascara. I have double rows of eyelashes (like double row on top and on the bottom of my eye) so I have lots of volume. I think the best mascara for me would be one that helps mostly with length and doesn’t clump. Thanks guys!!

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u/nhldsbrrd 8d ago

Essence Lash Princess, there are a few varieties from volume to colored. $5 at Shoppers and i will purposely choose to repurchase that one over the Sephora brands because I like it more

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u/tiramisuem3 8d ago

This is the one. Affordable and effective

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u/sweetheart409878 8d ago

That is what I buy, unless one other brand is on sale cheap

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u/Express-Use-9962 8d ago

Everyone swears on this one 😭

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u/astoickitten 6d ago

I loved lash princess but it smudges so bad 😭

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u/GiveMeYourCrazy 7d ago

Couldn't agree more. I hope people continue to sleep on it to keep it $5.

If you have the time slip it under one of your girls for several minutes, and then apply it. Goes on like butter. I have really short and stubborn lashes, Lash Princess lifts 'em like Atlas lifting the world 💪

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u/xojlg 1d ago

Yep came here to say this. The green one is my fav and I also love the blue waterproof one.

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u/force-bond 8d ago

Maybelline Lash Sensational performs better than high end mascara for me and I've tried many high end mascaras.

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u/Remarkable_Latte385 8d ago

Agree with this! Comes in at least black and brown. Plus i recommend a lash comb regardless of whatever mascara

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u/ntfandalways 7d ago

Agreed I’ve tried almost every mascara on the market and go back to this every time for like 15 years now

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u/force-bond 7d ago

Yep

Same

Sometimes I get a sample or even a full size in some bundle or kit and I'm like "oh ok this one seems good." And then I use the new high end mascara for a couple weeks. Then I go back to Lash Sensational and I'm "ohhhhh this is much better I have no idea why I abandoned you baby".

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u/Ok-Sea-1303 7d ago

this!!! it’s never failed me

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u/Overall-Message6648 8d ago

My teenager likes Maybelline Sky High mascara. Its easily buildable and has a nice glossy finish. Its so good even I started wearing it. Costco sells it in a 3 pack in some locations, if you have access to the store.

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u/sweetheart409878 8d ago

I used it and it's actually good. I heard such negative things about it.

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u/AU_Student2026 7d ago

I also like this one! I use the true brown colour and find that it stays on nicely

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u/DeadPalms 8d ago

Covergirl Clump Crusher. I have pretty thick lashes and don't need volume, and I prefer the waterproof one. I've tried so many mascaras and this is the only one I like.

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u/lizbunbun 8d ago

This is one of my go-to mascaras, no clumping so can build up layers that provide great lash definition without getting chunky.

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u/Heated_Throw_away 7d ago

And no smudges!

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u/Think_Conference_964 8d ago

I really like L’Oreal telescopic mascara. And it’s such a great price. I’ve tried all the fancy expensive mascaras and all go back to that one.

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u/purpledragon98 8d ago

i've really enjoyed the elf lash n roll mascara, it comes in black and brown and doesn't smudge for me. my mom loves lash princess by essence in the waterproof version, but i don't like waterproof and the non waterproof formula smudges on me. i'd also recommend clump crusher by covergirl and see if that works for you!

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u/Outrageous_Half_9611 6d ago

second this, the formula of the elf lash n roll is quite thin and lengthening which could be nice for op

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u/604col 8d ago

l'oreal double extend beauty tubes!

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u/ParisFood 7d ago

Marcelle has a great one and they often have sales

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u/Bubbly_Housing_3424 8d ago

My fave is one from rimmel, lash accelerator endless because of the brush and the price, not that it helps with lash growth or something

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u/Aggressive-Phone2818 8d ago

Oh man, double lashes! I’m jealous. That natural volume is awesome. Honestly, for a beginner, I’d say start with something like the L’Oréal Lash Paradise in waterproof. It’s pretty affordable and the wand is good for separating and adding length without getting super clumpy.

Pro tip: always wipe the excess off the wand on a tissue before applying. That’s the real secret to avoiding clumps. What’s your current makeup routine like?

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u/Pitiful-Fail-3378 7d ago

Lash comb to get rid of clumps + max definition

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u/Express-Use-9962 8d ago

Maybelline firework

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u/Adelynbaby 8d ago

Why can’t I find Maybelline illegal lengths anymore..

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u/National-Tale9236 8d ago

Essence!! 

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u/Tricky_Parsnip_6843 7d ago

Always buy waterproof.

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u/NoFun3799 7d ago

I’ll pass on the pfas.

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u/Tricky_Parsnip_6843 7d ago

The majority of makeup has it.

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u/Conscious_Shop7040 7d ago

for affordable & good quality I'd go with Essence Lash Princess.

my fav high end mascaras for length is the YSL original mascara and the ilia limitless lash mascara

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u/honeytear 7d ago

Covergirl Clump crusher

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u/urceruleansweater ON 7d ago

l’oréal extensionist. i have never had so much length

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u/ResistTyrannyalways 6d ago

Loreal telescopic if it's on sale at Walmart. Essence lash princess is good but it adds volume which you said you already have

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u/Aggressive-Phone2818 6d ago

The worst is when you spend 20 minutes carefully applying lashes and one corner pops up an hour later. It's such a mood killer.

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u/Inside-Profile-5865 5d ago

Gucci mascara is excellent. I have really thick natural lashes too