Quick Product Review: L'Oréal Paris Makeup Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara, Blackest Black, 0.28 fl. oz.

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"PRODUCT Packaging: The packaging looks like Too Faced's Better than Sex mascara and I think L'oreal was trying to make a dupe of it, even the brush is similar."

"You should see no remnant of black anywhere around your eye at all before applying a new coat and your lashes should be soft and very pliable for a perfect application."

"It gives me thicker lashes than BTS, but without a smooth, pointed tip on the lashes- but not like anyone notices that unless they're right in your face!"

"It lasted all day for sure but when it came time to remove my makeup at night normal makeup remover would not take it off and my lashes became sticky."

"It feels just a bit heavy when I use a few coats but a lot of mascaras feel that way and it really doesn't bother me."

L'Oréal Paris Makeup Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara, Blackest Black, 0.28 fl. oz. (Click to Compare Deals)

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"For years I ve been using Lanc me s Hypnose Drama Waterproof in Black, because it was the only one (before Make Up Forever discontinued their amazing original Aqua Smoky Lash) that held curl for my downward, stick straight lashes... Meanwhile, I tried every other mascara, from Dior to Maybelline, and resigned myself to spending hundreds of dollars over the years on the LHDW for the sake of curled lashes... There s a little smudging in the lower outer corners of my eyes after a few hours, especially if I m sweating, and sometimes a couple flakes."

"* To start, I've tried many high end mascaras such as Lancome Hypnose Drama, Benefit They're Real and Rollerlash, Too Faced BTS, Urban Decay Perversion etc, but none of them compare to this mascara... Also, it's pretty easy to remove with my holy grail Lancome Bi-facil eye makeup remover, but other oil-based removers should do the same job... However, I must note that at least for me, the mascara lasted about 4-5 months before starting to clump and dry out (dipping into the mascara 2 times every use)."

"I am careful to get each lash, even the inner and outer, and curl the wand towards the end to thicken the ends, making them appear longer... But make sure you've washed old mascara off VERY well before applying a new coat or you will contaminate your fresh tube and it won't go on smoothly. You should see no remnant of black anywhere around your eye at all before applying a new coat and your lashes should be soft and very pliable for a perfect application."

"It gives me thicker lashes than BTS, but without a smooth, pointed tip on the lashes- but not like anyone notices that unless they're right in your face!... [Original (3 Stars)]: For my short, straight Asian lashes, BTS mascara was very good for making my lashes have some sort of volume and length with two layers without being clumpy... I'm sure it's good for those who already have long, curled lashes and only need about one layer to make their lashes POP."

"for those who don't know what that means they're typical short, thin and lay flat no matter how many times you try to curl them... So after reading many reviews I decided to order this mascara and wait nearly two weeks for it to come back in stock so I could have those voluminous lashes you see on Instagram... It lasted all day for sure but when it came time to remove my makeup at night normal makeup remover would not take it off and my lashes became sticky."

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"PRODUCT Packaging: The packaging looks like Too Faced's Better than Sex mascara and I think L'oreal was trying to make a dupe of it, even the brush is similar... Brush: The brush is an hourglass shape which I don't really like since I like having smaller thin or curved brushes that help me get to the roots of my lashes without poking my eyes... I'd also like for it to add moderate volume and length, without clumping as I like my lashes to be defined so I'll break down the results by these parameters. Curl and Lift: 2/5 Since this formula is a little thicker, it doesn't hold a curl very well on stubborn straight lashes Volume: 3. 5/5 I only applied one coat, you can easily add more volume with two or three coats but I am basing this rating out of one coat. Length: 3/5 Moderate length, this mascara doesn't really add /insane/ length Clumping-ness: Yes, it can clump if you add more than one layer, it flakes a little too... Longevity: It stays on averagely, I don't touch my face or does throughout the day so this may be a lot less wear time for you if you have oily or watery eyes."

"For years I ve been using Lanc me s Hypnose Drama Waterproof in Black, because it was the only one (before Make Up Forever discontinued their amazing original Aqua Smoky Lash) that held curl for my downward, stick straight lashes... The LHDW was never great for volume, but since holding curl is top priority, this was the best option out there. Meanwhile, I tried every other mascara, from Dior to Maybelline, and resigned myself to spending hundreds of dollars over the years on the LHDW for the sake of curled lashes... In suffocating heat and humidity my lashes do fall a bit but do maintain decent curl all day (I always use a lash curler beforehand)... There s a little smudging in the lower outer corners of my eyes after a few hours, especially if I m sweating, and sometimes a couple flakes... Then I repeat this at least a couple more times - on BOTH sides of the lashes - to be as thorough as possible and to minimize rubbing (which stretches and wrinkles the eye area)... Plus, I got it for under $7 on Amazon, which is much cheaper than in drugstores and a fraction of the price of any high end mascara."

"* To start, I've tried many high end mascaras such as Lancome Hypnose Drama, Benefit They're Real and Rollerlash, Too Faced BTS, Urban Decay Perversion etc, but none of them compare to this mascara... This mascara volumizes, lengthens, and holds a curl for most of the day with minimal to no flaking/smudging despite the Texas heat, humidity and my oily lids... Also, it's pretty easy to remove with my holy grail Lancome Bi-facil eye makeup remover, but other oil-based removers should do the same job. I suggest using a cotton pad w/ remover and letting the remover sit on the lashes for a bit to help break it up so you won't have to rub your eyes too much if you have difficulty... However, I must note that at least for me, the mascara lasted about 4-5 months before starting to clump and dry out (dipping into the mascara 2 times every use). Specifically, the formula is still noticeably wet albeit drier than when first opened, but has noticeable clumps on the lashes when looking up close. Not a bad thing as it is suggested to throw out your mascara every 3 months or so for sanitary reasons, but just a factor if you're like me and tend to try to extend usage of a product."

"Short of buying a high end brand, this is the best I've found thus far and I've tried a number of them... I take more time putting on mascara than take on any other facial makeup... I am careful to get each lash, even the inner and outer, and curl the wand towards the end to thicken the ends, making them appear longer... But make sure you've washed old mascara off VERY well before applying a new coat or you will contaminate your fresh tube and it won't go on smoothly. You should see no remnant of black anywhere around your eye at all before applying a new coat and your lashes should be soft and very pliable for a perfect application... Both of these tubes were made in an attempt to mock the (Two Faced - Better Than Sex mascara)... Maybelline's tube is difficult to manage, doesn't twirl in the fingers with ease due to its poor design (super easy to drop and frustrating to handle) and the brush isn't nearly as precise and even as Loreal."

"It does apply very smoothly for the most part, and I'm able to quickly layer it before it dries to get more volume and length. It gives me thicker lashes than BTS, but without a smooth, pointed tip on the lashes- but not like anyone notices that unless they're right in your face!... Basically, after the clumpiness finally wore off with some more use, this mascara becomes an amazing (if not the best) drugstore mascara at the moment! [Original (3 Stars)]: For my short, straight Asian lashes, BTS mascara was very good for making my lashes have some sort of volume and length with two layers without being clumpy... With one layer, sure, my lashes looked decent, but it wasn't adding enough length for me to really see it... I barely use my BTS enough to want dupes for it anyway, but I was just hoping so that if I ever needed another, I could always buy this instead!... I'm sure it's good for those who already have long, curled lashes and only need about one layer to make their lashes POP."

"* From all the reviews and hype on YouTube I was expecting a miracle mascara... for those who don't know what that means they're typical short, thin and lay flat no matter how many times you try to curl them... So after reading many reviews I decided to order this mascara and wait nearly two weeks for it to come back in stock so I could have those voluminous lashes you see on Instagram... It also was slightly more clumpy than I expected but that could have been because of the waterproof formula. This didn't make me jump out of my seat with awe and start taking a million selfies but it made my lashes stand out more than my natural lashes would have... It lasted all day for sure but when it came time to remove my makeup at night normal makeup remover would not take it off and my lashes became sticky. The only way to remove it was to use a serious oil based cleanser and rub my eyes like crazy..."

"I lost my nearly new tube somewhere in the house and didn't want to buy another one since I knew I would find it again. I looked around for something inexpensive and that seemed to perform well and gave this L'Or al Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Washable Mascara a shot... It lengthens and thickens my lashes and doesn't flake or make a mess on or around my eyes. It feels just a bit heavy when I use a few coats but a lot of mascaras feel that way and it really doesn't bother me... I did, however, purchase the waterproof version from another store since I bought this tube. Ironically, I lost the tube of the washable kind I bought on Amazon (I do NOT know where my mascara goes!... Still, this is a good mascara for those who like drama and very dark lashes."