I Have Naturally Short Lashes, But No One Knows Thanks to These 12 Mascaras

Yes, this formula technically touts volumizing benefits, but hear me out. The superfine conical bristles can get a grip on every lash, while the creamy formula is buildable (never clumpy). The result is fanned-out volume and tons of added length for all-around longer and thicker-looking lashes. 

Pros: Lengthening, volumizing, and adds definition

Cons: Can be difficult to remove

Customer review: "I love this mascara. It makes my eyelashes look long, but not like spiders. Also very nice application—not clumpy at all."

This mascara adds tons of length to my lashes. If it's volume you're after, this is not the mascara for you. I'm really picky about mascara because I feel like 75% of the formulas I try smear under my eyes by the end of the day, but this one never does, and it holds a curl until you take it off.

Pros: Lengthening and adds definition

Cons: Doesn't add much volume

Customer review: "I have straight, thick, and long lashes, which have proven to be an absolute pain to apply mascara to over the years. I can curl my lashes with this product using no lash curler, and they stay up! This formula is not clumpy, and the brush has lots of tiny bristles which really help coat each lash." 

This beloved mascara is a crowd-pleaser for a reason. The hourglass brush shape not only lengthens lashes but also adds volume and curl while coating every lash. 

Pros: Lengthening, volumizing, and curling

Cons: Not as buildable as other formulas

Customer review: "I am not a big fan of mascara, but I fell in love with this one. It doesn't take a lot, but it has a big payoff. It makes me look like I have on fake lashes when I don't." 

When I tried this mascara, I instantly fell in love with the formula. It makes my lashes look incredibly long by creating length, lift, and volume. Plus, it doesn't smudge under my eyes, and it's easy to take off at the end of the day.

Pros: Lengthening, volumizing, and lifting

Cons: Can smudge a bit while applying

Customer review: "Really nice mascara! I have full lashes that are average length and pretty straight. I look for volume and length in my mascaras and don't like a clumpy lash. I also need something that won't smudge when I'm wearing emollient concealer. This mascara fits the bill for all of those things. No flakes, either. I love that it's not outrageously priced compared to other mascaras too." 

The unique thing about this mascara is that it uses hairstyling technology called Aquaflex, which helps your lashes hold a curl using memory foam technology. The unique wand helps lengthen and define. 

Pros: Lengthening, volumizing, curling, and helps lashes stay in place

Cons: May dry up quickly

Customer review: "I have tried to get into clean mascaras, but, unfortunately, I could never find a formula that worked for me. They were always too wet or chunky or couldn't hold a curl. When I saw that Tower 28 came out with a mascara, I decided to try it since I love all their other products. I finally found a clean mascara that actually works. It is lightweight, not clumpy at all, and gave my eyelashes a curl on their own!" 

Glossier's Lash Slick gives you the look of natural-looking lash extensions. It's flexible, buildable, and never smudges or flakes. 

Pros: Lengthening, volumizing, and curling

Cons: Not as buildable as other formulas

Customer review: "I am not a big fan of mascara, but I fell in love with this one. It doesn't take a lot, but it has a big payoff. It makes me look like I have on fake lashes when I don't." 

A double-sided brush helps grip every single lash. Not only does this mascara add tons of length, but it's also conditioning thanks to ingredients like organic shea butter and beeswax.

Pros: Lengthening, lifting, and adds definition

Cons: May smudge easier than some formulas

Customer review: "This does a great job at giving lots of length and volume. The brush has two sides, so it was easy to spread my lashes out, and they are lifted. The color is really black, and this mascara definitely makes my eyes look awake! " 

For falsie-level lashes, this is the mascara for you. It's a tubing formula, so it adds tons of length, and the bristle brushes grab each lash to evenly coat, add volume, and define. 

Pros: Lengthening, adds definition, and long-lasting

Cons: Curling before is essential

Customer review: "I didn't know I needed a tubing mascara in my life until this came around. I love that it doesn't smudge, and it makes my lash look long and voluminous. A++."

When I wear this mascara, my eyelashes quite literally look three times longer. I often find that when formulas give tons of length, they're also more likely to clump or make it look like I have a few super lashes, but this one kept tons of definition and was easy to build. I'm always an advocate for drugstore mascara (it's just as good, if not better, than high-end formulas), and this one proves there's nothing a drugstore mascara can't do.

Pros: Lengthening, volumizing, and curling

Cons: May smudge more easily than some other formulas

Customer review: "The formula doesn't weigh my lashes down at all and keeps them curled, which is a miracle for my lashes. This is such a beautiful lengthening mascara. I noticed a significant difference just by applying a single coat. The more coats, the more dramatic the look, and you can easily layer more without it getting clumpy."

This beloved mascara is a crowd-pleaser for a reason. The hourglass brush shape not only lengthens lashes but also adds volume and curl while coating every lash. 

Pros: Lengthening, volumizing, and curling

Cons: Not as buildable as other formulas

Customer review: "I love this mascara. It makes my eyelashes look full and longer. I love the wand as well, as it helps separate the lashes." 

Tarantulash is a wildly bold mascara. It gives you spidery, ultra-long, and super-voluminous lashes. It has a unique eggplant-shaped brush that helps customize your lashes however you want them, and the spiky bristles help fan out your lashes for tons of volume.

Pros: Lengthening, volumizing, and curling

Cons: Some might not like how spiky this can make your lashes

Customer review: "My new favorite mascara! It gives your lashes the volume, color, and length of your dreams! Tarantulash is a dark black, wet, buildable lengthening mascara. You can wear it in so many styles and can use a thin brush to wear it as an eyeliner! It also lasts all day and doesn't smudge. I even swam 13 feet underwater with it on, and it didn't run or look any different. I'm absolutely obsessed! I cannot go anywhere without it!" 

This mascara is unique thanks to its metal applicator. Spoiler alert: There are no bristles. This allows the applicator to get into every nook and cranny of your lashes for the most length possible.

Pros: Lengthening, volumizing, and adds definition

Cons: Not as buildable as other formulas

Customer review: "This lash tint works great. There's no clumping or smudging. My lashes are naturally long, and this lash tint makes them longer and gorgeous! I won't use other mascaras anymore."