Team GLAMOUR talks mascara
Whether you want to lengthen, volumise or darken there is a mascara out there for everyone. We asked Team GLAMOUR to tell us about their holy grail mascaras and why they love them so much. Which team member are you?
If you're in need of a stay-all-day mascara, why not check out our Top 10 Waterproof Mascara gallery too.
Alessandra Steinherr, Beauty Director
I can’t deal with the faff of false lashes - I want a mascara that plumps, lifts and boosts. Guerlain Cils D’Enfer is my latest find –it does the job in three stokes or less and it doesn’t travel halfway down my face by lunchtime, which is a bonus.
Guerlain Cils D'Enfer, £25, <a href="http://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/"target="_new">Selfridges.com<a>
Grace Timothy, Contributing Beauty Editor
I love Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara because it's got the perfect clump-factor this season. By that I mean you can get those thick, doll-like lashes with a single swipe rather than having to layer up for ages. And it's a good densely black pigment too, so lots of definition.
Too Faced Better Than Sex, £19, <a href="http://www.debenhams.com/"target="_new">Debenhams.com<a>
Dominique Temple, Junior Beauty Editor
This is honestly one of the best mascaras I have ever tried. I have a bit of a thing about my mascara being clump free and voluminous and this does just that. I apply one coat for daytime and layer 2-3 coats for a fuller evening look. The best part? It's budget friendly at an affordable price of £7.99!
Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara, £7.99, <a href="http://www.boots.com/"target="_new">Boots.com<a>
Rebecca Wright, Beauty Assistant
I'm a die-hard fake lash kind of girl, which means I need an amazing mascara to blend my natural lashes with the false ones. This mascara has the best wand ever - it separates every individual lash so that my bottom lashes balance out with the fake ones.
Hayley Thompson, Editorial Intern: My favourite is also the L'Oreal Paris Telescopic Mascara - I've used it for 5 years and nothing else seems to give the same lengthening effect!
L’Oreal Paris Telescopic Mascara, £10.99, <a href="http://www.boots.com/"target="_new">Boots.com<a>
Rebecca Fearn, Junior Writer
For perfect clump-free lashes I like to prep with a layer of Benefit They’re Real Primer and finish with lashings of Fairy Drops Scandal Queen Mascara. The combination of both leaves me with a full flutter.
Fairy Drops Scandal Queen Mascara, £18.50, <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/fairydrops-scandal-queen-waterproof-mascara.html"target="_new">CultBeauty.co.uk<a>
Michelle Russell, Events Director
I swear by L’Oreal Paris False Lash Architect Waterproof Mascara – it's the best waterproof mascara I've ever tried. I love swimming and even that doesn't make it sweat and crumble off.
L'Oreal Paris Lash Architect 4D Waterproof, £10.99, <a href="http://www.boots.com/"target="_new">Boots.com<a>
Lisa Rahman, Art Director
I love how effortlessly chic this leaves my lashes. I apply one coat starting from the root and roll up to get a simple flutter.
YSL Beaute Luxurious Mascara for False Lash Effect, £25, <a href="http://www.yslbeauty.co.uk/makeup/eyes/mascara/luxurious-mascara-for-false-lash-effect/3365440096714.html?gclid=CL_8nPjGmswCFdUy0woduFkBOA&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=CMmbofjGmswCFeOI2wodFUoEVA"target="_new">YSLBeauty.co.uk<a>
Laura Johnson, Chief Sub Editor
I love Max Factor Masterpiece - I’ve never found anything better for the kind of volume and definition I like. I remember the first time I used it, about ten years ago – I felt like I had a whole new face! I switch between the regular one and the Max version (for a more striking look), and it’s definitely the hero product of my make-up bag.
Alison Weatherhogg, Creative Lead: Max Factor Masterpiece is a golden oldie I know, but I love it! It never clogs but still elongates lashes.
Max Factor Masterpiece Max Mascara, £9.99, <a href="http://www.boots.com/"target="_new">Boots.com<a>
Simone Schofer, Bookings Editor
I tend to curl my lashes and not bother with mascara, but since I tried this super volumizing mascara it’s become part of my daily routine. My lashes still look natural but nicely defined. It’s converted me - I now use mascara everyday!
Aerin Lengthening and Volumizing Mascara, £24 for 5ml, <a href="http://www.esteelauder.co.uk/"target="_new">EsteeLauder.co.uk<a>
Karen Preston, Acting Fashion Director
When it comes to mascara I'm super loyal. I've worn this mascara for years and can't imagine using anything else. It doesn’t clump even when you build up layers for an evening event.
Kelly Marks, PA to the Editor: I used to be addicted to eyelash extensions and my lashes desperately needed a break from them. This mascara has been my saviour. It's amazing for adding length and volume without looking flakey.
Dior Diorshow Mascara, £25, <a href="http://www.dior.com/home/en_gb"target="_new">Dior.com<a>
Lucy Walker, Fashion Editor
I like fuss-free makeup so this simple wand is perfect for my everyday style. It adds length, curls and doesn't clump- pretty much everything a girl could want from a mascara!
Eyeko Eye Do Mascara, £20, <a href="http://www.eyeko.com/?gclid=CN-wpubHmswCFaoy0wodJjsFHQ"target="_new">Eyeko.com<a>
Edie Edmondson, Digital Project Manager
Best.Mascara.Ever. This gives me perfectly defined lashes in just one swipe!
They’re Real! Mascara, £19.50, <a href="https://www.benefitcosmetics.com/uk/en-gb"target="_new">BenefitCosmetics.com/uk<a>
Claudia Grove, Senior Brand Manager
Say hello to wow lashes! This clever hooked wand coats every lash individually and leaves your flutter full and inky-black.
Benefit Roller Lash, £19.50, <a href="https://www.benefitcosmetics.com/uk/en-gb"target="_new">BenefitCosmetics.com/uk<a>
Alessia Federici, Lead Designer
This clever wand separates lashes and stays put all day. The comb-like wand allows you to easily build up a voluminous flutter without having to use eyelash curlers.
Chanel Le Volume Ultra-Noir de Chanel, £25, <a href="http://www.boots.com/"target="_new">Boots.com<a>
