Product Review: Maybelline Intense XXL Volume + Length Waterproof Microfiber Mascara
This is the worst mascara I've ever tried. I do have one confession to make, though. When I bought it, I must have been in a hurry and I never noticed that it was waterproof. I still don't think it's all that obvious on the packaging. This does come in a washable formula, which I might like slightly better, but it wouldn't solve the main problems, which are:
1. This mascara is very dry. Even on the first use, it was so dry that it was hard to sweep on my lashes and just seemed to stick to them instead of gliding on. That made the application a real pain.
2. Another thing that made application annoying is the microfiber basecoat. Normally, I don't mind an extra step, but I do like it to do something, and this just didn't. So it's extra work, without any payoff.
3. This mascara barely had any effect on my lashes whatsoever, besides darkening them a little bit. It didn't produce any noticeable volume, and maybe just the slightest bit of length. Really almost useless. I might as well use water on my lashes. It would be much more dramatic.
4. Perhaps it's the microfiber, but it seemed to flake off a lot and get into my eyes, irritating them, even though they are not usually that sensitive.
5. Even with a combination of gentle cleanser and makeup remover, it wouldn't come off. This may be a plus if you are looking for a truly waterproof mascara, as this seems to score in that regard. I didn't have a special oil-based makeup remover handy to remove this mascara, and that might have worked, but I've read similar complaints elsewhere.
Why try this when you can buy the classic Great Lash or L'Oreal Voluminous? I can't think of a single good reason.
1. This mascara is very dry. Even on the first use, it was so dry that it was hard to sweep on my lashes and just seemed to stick to them instead of gliding on. That made the application a real pain.
2. Another thing that made application annoying is the microfiber basecoat. Normally, I don't mind an extra step, but I do like it to do something, and this just didn't. So it's extra work, without any payoff.
3. This mascara barely had any effect on my lashes whatsoever, besides darkening them a little bit. It didn't produce any noticeable volume, and maybe just the slightest bit of length. Really almost useless. I might as well use water on my lashes. It would be much more dramatic.
4. Perhaps it's the microfiber, but it seemed to flake off a lot and get into my eyes, irritating them, even though they are not usually that sensitive.
5. Even with a combination of gentle cleanser and makeup remover, it wouldn't come off. This may be a plus if you are looking for a truly waterproof mascara, as this seems to score in that regard. I didn't have a special oil-based makeup remover handy to remove this mascara, and that might have worked, but I've read similar complaints elsewhere.
Why try this when you can buy the classic Great Lash or L'Oreal Voluminous? I can't think of a single good reason.
posted by The Beauty Insider @ 10:31 PM
1 Comments:
At August 2, 2007 9:51 AM ,
Anonymous said...
I was very surprised to learn that you hated this mascara, which I love! It really makes my lashes long and plump and isn't at all flaky or irritating (and I have very sensative eyes). The waterproof formula stays on in the rain, pool, or through tears, but comes right off when I wash my face with Cetaphil. I do agree that the mascara can get dry. I usually have to replace it every month. But I have yet to find another mascara that makes my lashes as long and thick.
I have tried Great Lash many times over the years to see what the fuss is about...I think that is the most overrated product ever! My mom loves it, but whenever I use it my lashes look stubby and thin.
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