They're Fake, Can't You Tell?

Ah! It's hard to get back to writing when you haven't done it in forever. I really had a hard time figuring out what to write but I really wanted to talk about this product since I have been using this for awhile and has formed a strong opinion on this.

What I'm talking about is the Maybelline's The Falsies Mascara.


The brush is a bit different. It has a curve and it is recommended to use with the "spoon side up". I like the brush - it isn't too big but not too small. The bristles work well to cover each eye lash but also help separating the lashes so that it isn't clumpy.




So far, no complaints here. Application is pretty simple and easy - just like any other mascaras that I've used so far. So let me show you the results!

Before:

After (1.5 coats):



Before:

After:



As you guys can see, I don't think after 1.5 coats, the mascara has given the "Falsies" effect! I think it adds a bit of volume and a bit of length making my lashes stand out more but not to the point of drama! I like using this because it gives my lashes a nice everyday look... which isn't really what people are looking for when they want to go buy a mascara that is called "The Falsies". I do like the way my lashes look but it is somewhat a disappointment in terms of getting crazy big lashes. I suppose I could put on more coats but I feel like that would make my lashes clump together and be very unnatural looking.

Overall, this mascara makes my lashes look better... but it doesn't add enough volume or length to make it look like false lashes at all.

The BIGGEST problem I have with this mascara is: FLAKING!!!! and raccoon eye issues!

UGH! I have the biggest problem with this mascara flaking and smudging on my bottom lash line! Without fail, every time I come home from school or checking my make up in the mirror, I would see a bit of darkness around the outer edge of my lower lash line. I can't imagine anything else causing this but my mascara... this really annoys me. I don't think I have ever experienced a bigger smudging issue with any other mascaras!!!

I even tried putting mattifying powder on that part of my lower lash line to try to prevent this issue. It works SOMETIMES and not others...

Overall, I don't think I would repurchase! I like the way that it adds volume and length and my lashes were separated. I think it holds my curls well. However, I believe there are better mascaras out there that would not do this to me and would still give my lashes a great look. I use to LOVE LOVE LOVE the Max Factor 2000 Calorie but we all know Max Factor is a bye bye in the US.

If you know a better volumizing mascara - please let me know!!

breathe out, so I can breathe you in"

MASCARA TIME!! So currently own 4 but I've tried a bunch of different kinds. The thing w/ me is that when I'm done w/ a product - even if I loved it, I'd still want to see more of what is out there.

The ones I own right now are:


What the wand/brush looks like:


So what do I think of them??
E.L.F Earth and Water Mascara duo:
PROS:
- Good with lengthening
- You get TWO mascaras for $1
- Not clumpy
- Last almost 10 hours w/out flaking
- Holds curls
- Also when you nap w/ this on, it won't make like a residue under your eyes (you ladies know what I'm talking about!)

CONS:
- The wand is not have defined bristles so it can't comb your lashes
- Doesn't really give volume
- Nothing more but the wand really annoys me sometimes

OVERALL: 3.5/5
PRICING: $1 @ E.L.F

But if you want a decent mascara for $1, this is the one to go for.
I'm quite happy with it:



CoverGirl Lash Blast: Okay, so anyone who's into makeup, if you don't own it, then at least you've heard about it. This is my second tube... crazy eh? So there'sn ot much else to say.

PROS:
- No flaking for at least 12 hrs
- LENGTH BABY!
- No clumping until the tube gets dry (which this tube can last a while until it is dry, 3-4 months. For me anyways)

CONS:
- Gigantic brush. I can't get to my inner lashes and difficulty getting my bottom lashes. Also, I think I hurt myself a few times just cause the brush is so weird.
- Not so much volume as I would like

OVERALL: 4/5
PRICING: ~$7-8


MAX FACTOR 2000 Calorie Mascara: Okay, so this is my LOVE!!!

PROS:
- Lenghthens and Volumizes (WHAT?? YES!!)
- Lovely brush - good bristles to seperate my lashes and can get to all my lashes
- IT'S $4 at Walmart. Yeah, that's why I got it in the first place.
- No clumping, no flaking, no making any mess

CONS:
- Um... I dunno.

OVERALL: 5/5 Wins the CUPCAKE AWARD Yay!

PRICING: ~4 at Walmart (I don't know about other places but just go to Walmart)

REVLON 3D Mascara

PROS:
- The idea of a small brush
- The packaging is cute...

CONS:
- EVERYTHING!!! AHHH!! Why didn't I do my research to know I should've bought this??
- Clumpy, flaky, doesn't hold curls, makes my lashes heavier
- Even though the brush is small and it's nice for my small asian eyes, it just doesn't help my lashes at all

OVERALL: A disaster; I give it a 0.5/5 for effort but don't waste your money on this.


Other mascaras that I've tried:
Clinique Mascara - which I don't think they have it anymore because it was pretty clumpy and flaky and overall, just not worth it.

Rimmel's Volume Flash Mascara: I remember it was too thick for me. The brush didn't seperate my lashes too well and it was clumpy and flaky. I think I'd rate it as 2.5/5

Maybelline's Great Lash® Washable Mascara: Although it seperates and lenghthens my lashes well - it sucks at giving volume. The brush is small (which is nice) but it is similar to the E.L.F's brush so it can't get to my lashes well. Also, my skin had an allergic reaction to this mascara. A little bit thin on the formula. 3/5.

Hope this helps some of you in choosing a good cheap drugstore mascara.