Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara Full Size 8.0ml

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Charlotte Tilbury’s Pillow Talk line is iconic, and this mascara is too. Created to provide length and volume, it features a unique double-sided paddle brush that works to load and comb product onto the lashes while giving them a lift. It’s also smudge-proof and humidity-proof, making it a fitting choice if you’re traveling or you live in a humid climate. If you’re looking for a mascara that allows you to build waterproof volume with minimal effort, this is a great option. The only con worth noting: Some online reviewers say that it can take several coats to achieve significant volume. However, we noticed fuller, elongated lashes after one swipe. Due to it being harder to remove, we recommend you only use waterproof mascara when necessary, e.g. for a big event or when it’s hot and humid outside. If using one regularly, be sure to keep lashes conditioned with a lash serum. Can you swim with waterproof mascara? This will depend on the overall effect you’re striving for. For a daytime look where you simply wish to frame your eyes, a single sweep will suffice. However, for a more dramatic, faux-lash look, apply several coats of mascara to achieve eyelashes with more impact. Each of the mascaras on our list works well applied as a single coat, or layered several times.

Waterproof mascara is known for its staying powers, and consequently, it can be a bit tough to remove. But don't fret—it can be removed without ripping out a dozen or so of your lashes. Gilleo reveals that t he best way to remove waterproof mascara is to turn to oil-based cleansers or cleansing balms. "Applying your cleanser straight to your face without wetting your face first really helps to break down any makeup product on your eyes and skin," she explains. "Once fully rubbed in, then rinse with water." She also recommends micellar water, adding, "Applying your product on a clean, reusable cotton pad and sweeping it over your lashes is another effective way to remove your mascara." And, of course, be gentle! You'll want to avoid any harsh tugging or pulling to prevent any damage to your lashes. When to Toss Out Waterproof MascaraDominique Della Maggiore, a celebrity makeup artist who has worked with clients like Shay Mitchell, Liza Koshy, and more. Alyssa Kaplan is an experienced writer in the beauty industry and product tester specializing in cosmetics. She received a bachelor’s degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she studied marketing and product development in the cosmetics industry. She has tested countless washable and waterproof mascaras, including several on this list. Alyssa has been a commerce writer at Byrdie since 2022, where she covers all things beauty. Caitlyn Martyn is a commerce writer on staff at Byrdie, where she covers beauty and style-related topics. She is an experienced product tester and has tried hundreds of mascaras over the years, including a number of the formulas that appear on this list.

Our panel of 295 women trialled 18 waterproof mascaras over a two-week period. They assessed a range of properties for each mascara, including the design, the finish it gave lashes, how waterproof and smudge-proof it was, and how easy it was to remove at the end of the day. Use an oil-based cleanser to remove waterproof products. If applying a cleanser to a cotton pad, hold the pad over the eye area for a few seconds and gently wipe until the makeup is removed. Rubbing can cause irritation and damage. Try to use hypoallergenic products, as these are likely to be more gentle on the eye area. In addition to providing impressive length, it worked wonders in terms of giving the lashes a curled and lifted finish. If you struggle to coat your inner lashes as one of our testers does, this could be just the mascara you need. She explained that while she usually struggles to lengthen the small lashes at her inner corners, this product eliminates that problem. She did note that she wished the application was more even but admitted that the issue could be attributed to the shape of her eye, so everyone may not have the same experience. Guaranteed to feel better (and last longer...) than even your most dangerous liaison, Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara by Too Faced is the waterproof edition of a bona fide make up icon. The number one selling prestige mascara in the U.S., this is a Holy Grail formula for countless devoted fans. No makeup routine is complete without a crucial finishing touch: mascara. If you’re in search of the perfect formula to maximise your lashes, you’ve come to the right place. Too Faced is the ultimate destination for premium, Peta-approved mascara.We recruited 149 testers to trial 11 waterproof mascaras over a two-week period. They assessed and scored each on its design, the finishing-look of their lashes, whether it's genuinely waterproof and/or smudge-proof and how easy it was to remove. In some ways, "waterproof mascara" is a bit of a misnomer. While these formulations will stand up to rain showers and a dip in the pool, plenty of people prefer them over regular formulas for other reasons. “Some people like waterproof mascara because it does tend to stay on the lashes longer without having to worry about it coming off in water or humidity,” explains pro makeup artist Lauren O’Leary. “I've also found that some do keep the lashes more curled than a regular mascara.” READ NEXT: Perfect your smokey eye with the best pencil eyeliners How do I remove volumising mascara?