Asians are most likely born with straight lashes that grown downward, which can make monolids and hooded lids appear smaller than they really are. Thankfully, lash curlers and mascaras exist, BUT the crucial part is to find that one tube that can thicken each follicle and hold the curl the whole day.
Good news: We did the searching and testing for you, so you won't have to go through all the products available in the market. We listed down, in no particular order, the best ones we've tried:
Benefit BADGal Bang! Volumizing Mascara
Its formula has ~aero-particles~ which fight gravity, aka your lashes won't ever feel heavy despite being covered by several coats. Friends have approached us asking what treatment we got for our lashes ever since we started wearing this mascara.
Price: P1,500
Where to get: Glorietta
Browhaus HD Mascara
This mascara is proven to withstand sweat and water. Its budge-proof formula has turned it into a mainstay in our makeup bag. As for its curl-holding capabilities, this tube won't disappoint! It lengthens and lifts straight lashes the same way a keratin treatment would. Genius!
Price: P1,200
Where to get: Browhaus Gtreenbelt and Serendra
L'Oreal Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara
If you're looking for an affordable but high-quality mascara, then this tube is the one you should turn to. It thickens, curls, and tints each follicle, making the lashes appear full and long.
Price: P500
Where to get: Watsons, Robinsons Department Store, Landmark, SM Beauty
Maybelline Total Temptation Mascara in Waterproof
Score volumized lashes with just a few coats of this mascara. The best part? Your curled, clump-free eyelashes will last through a workout sesh or an intense day of commuting!
Price: P299
Where to get: Watsons, Robinsons Department Store, Landmark, SM Beauty
Maybelline Volum' Express Big Shot Mascara
This well-loved mascara by Maybelline is popular because it can fatten and curl fine lashes in just two coats!
Price: P349
Where to get: Watsons, Robinsons Department Store, Landmark, SM Beauty
Maybelline the Falsies Push-Up Angel Mascara
Are you sensing a trend? Maybelline does produce the best affordable mascaras! This one promises to lift short and stick-straight lashes, thanks to its excellent formula and curved brush.
Price: P459
Where to get: Watsons, Robinsons Department Store, Landmark, SM Beauty
Essence I Love Extreme Volume Mascara
This will give your lashes volume without the clumps and the heaviness. This is ideal for women with fine eyelashes. Its affordable price tag makes it an irresistible purchase, too!
Price: P179
Where To Buy: Watsons, Robinsons Department Store, Landmark, SM Beauty
Avon Supershock Max Waterproof Mascara
We were impressed when we wiggled the brush on our lashes because its formula did a good job fattening each follicle! The result looked like we were wearing falsies, and it didn't smudge even on a hot, humid day.
Price: P349
Where to get: Avon dealers
Happy Skin At Long Lash Supercurl Waterproof Mascara
Its unique rod-type wand helps lift even the shortest and finest lashes, and the formula guarantees a droop-free curl the whole day.
Price: P999
Where to get: Glorietta, Plains and Prints branches
Etude House Lash Perm All Shockcara
This waterproof mascara coats each lash with *shocking* volume so you won't have to resort to falsies. Its lightweight formula ensures that your eyelashes won't bend downward the whole day.
Price: P678
Where to get: SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, SM Southmall
Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara
A cult-favorite, it lives up to its cheeky name because its curling and volumizing formula can last the whole day unlike other things... *wink wink*
Price: P1,349
Where to get: Sephora
We'll update this list with more excellent curling finds. You can let us know your personal recommendations, too! Join us on our private Cosmo Beauty Group for an exclusive CG beauty chat.
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