Our Best Lengthening Mascaras for Long Lashes

Let’s be real—everyone wants longer lashes. And unfortunately, we aren’t all cut out for wearing heavy false lashes every day. But that’s where mascara comes in, more specifically, lengthening mascara. Praise eye makeup! A few quick coats of mascara in the morning, and long lashes can be yours until it’s time to wash off your makeup at the end of the day. The best part is, there isn’t a singular best mascara for long lashes—there are nearly endless options for adding length to your lashes. Here, we’re sharing all of our best lengthening mascaras (available at the drugstore!) for long, luscious lashes.

LENGTHENING MASCARA #1: L’ORÉAL PARIS VOLUMINOUS LASH PARADISE MASCARA

If the millennial pink tube isn’t enough to lure you in, the lash lengthening effects of the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara should be. The soft wavy brush, with more than 200 bristles, is paired with a smooth glide formula to provide lush length and an ultra-sensorial application.

LENGTHENING MASCARA #2: L’ORÉAL PARIS VOLUMINOUS X FIBER MASCARA

There’s another type of mascara formula you may not have tried—but you should. Fiber mascaras use teeny tiny fibers to boost your lashes, increasing volume and length. The L’Oréal Paris Voluminous X Fiber Mascara is a perfect example; the fiber-infused mascara formula coats lashes, leaving them with the appearance of extreme length, volume, and depth.

LENGTHENING MASCARA #3: L’ORÉAL PARIS TELESCOPIC ORIGINAL MASCARA

It’s fair to say that most mascaras put an emphasis on volumizing, which makes it all the more exciting when you find one focused on lengthening. The L’Oréal Paris Telescopic Original Mascara fits the bill—in a stroke, the precise brush visibly lengthens the appearance of lashes.

LENGTHENING MASCARA #4: L'Oréal paris telescopic original waterproof lengthening mascara

When you want instant volume and length, without running the risk of smearing or smudging, reach for this waterproof mascara. Uniquely formulated to provide intense length and up to 50 percent longer lashes, the L'Oréal Paris Telescopic Original Waterproof Lengthening Mascara won’t budge in the face of sweat or even a dip in the pool.

LENGTHENING MASCARA #5: L'Oréal paris unlimited lash lifting and lengthENing mascara

Sometimes when you’re striving for maximum lash length, it can be a real pain to try and reach the inner and outermost corners of lashes with a traditional mascara wand. Enter the L'Oréal Paris Unlimited Lash Lifting and Lengthening Washable Mascara, which comes with a bendable wand that lets you reach every single lash. When you need a waterproof version, reach for the L'Oréal Paris Unlimited Lash Lifting and Lengthening Waterproof Mascara Blackest Black.

LENGTHENING MASCARA #6: L’ORÉAL PARIS VOLUMINOUS CARBON BLACK MASCARA

When you’re in search of more length for your lashes, don’t overlook classic mascaras. The L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Carbon Black Mascara has a cult following—and for good reason. It’s uniquely formulated to resist clumping, soften lashes, and build them to a dramatic intensity.

LENGTHENING MASCARA #7: L’ORÉAL PARIS DOUBLE EXTEND BEAUTY TUBES

Have you ever heard of tubing mascara? Well, you’re about to! Tubing mascaras, like the L’Oréal Paris Double Extend Beauty Tubes, form tubes around your lashes that act like lash-lengthening extensions. And not only does our tubing mascara make lashes look longer, but it also can be washed off with only warm water. Win, win!

LENGTHENING MASCARA #8: L’ORÉAL PARIS VOLUMINOUS BUTTERFLY SCULPT MASCARA

Everyone can get behind a lengthening mascara, but it never hurts for your mascara to do more than lengthen. For a multi-tasking mascara, try the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Butterfly Sculpt Mascara. The sculpting mascara gives a tightline effect at the roots and fanned out volume at the tips—plus a boost of length, of course.

YOUR ROUTINE FOR LONG-LOOKING LASHES

Choosing the right mascara can make all the difference in how long your lashes look, but application matters, too! Follow these simple steps for lengthy lashes you can call your own:

STEP 1: apply A LASH-CARING serum

Whatever mascara you reach for, you’ll also want to consider using a lash serum regularly as well. Why, you ask? Think about it: You condition and care for the hair on your head and your brows in order to help keep it healthy and looking its best, and the same holds true for your lashes. Give your lashes extra TLC with a serum that’s formulated with nourishing ingredients like pro vitamin B5 and hyaluronic acid, such as the L'Oréal Paris Lash Serum Solution Eyelash Serum with Lash Caring Complex. Starting with clean, dry lashes, apply a thin line of the lash serum onto the upper lash line. Then, allow the serum to dry for 60 seconds before moving onto the next step.

STEP 2: CURL

The straighter your lashes are, the harder it is to tell how long they are! That’s why you’ll want to start by using an eyelash curler to give your lashes curves.

STEP 3: PRIME

When your mascara isn’t the most lengthening (which shouldn’t be an issue now), using a primer can make a major difference. Try the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Primer.

STEP 4: COAT

With your mascara of choice on hand, place the brush at the base of your lashes and slowly wiggle it upward, coating your lashes completely from roots to ends.