Top 3 Mascaras You Need to Try

The Ultimate Trio

Finding the perfect mascara can feel like an endless search - there are so many options, but not all of them live up to the hype. I’ve tried and tested so many mascaras, and narrowed it down to my top 3 that deliver on volume, length, and ease of removal.

1. Hourglass Caution Extreme Lash Mascara

If you want exaggerated lashes, then this is for you. This mascara gives you extreme volume and length in just a few strokes, thanks to its smooth, buildable formula. It’s designed to coat every single lash without clumping, so you get that bold, full-lash effect without looking spidery.

What I love most is the way it adds definition while still keeping your lashes soft and flexible. It's like getting the length of falsies with the natural, fluttery finish of a good mascara. Plus, the hourglass-shaped brush makes it easy to grab even those tiny corner lashes.

How it removes: It’s surprisingly easy to take off! A gentle oil-based cleanser or micellar water will do the trick without needing to tug or rub at your lashes.

2. YSL Lash Clash Mascara

YSL Lash Clash is the luxury pick that lives up to its name. This one’s all about big, bold, voluminous lashes. It gives you intense black pigment and so much volume in just a couple of coats. The brush is oversized, but don’t let that scare you - it helps grab each lash for serious impact.

It adds so much volume that you barely need anything else on your eyes. It’s perfect for a night out or when you want to give your lashes that “wow” factor.

How it removes: Despite its long-lasting, high-impact formula, Lash Clash comes off quite easily with a decent makeup remover. You won’t be left scrubbing at your eyes for ages, which is a huge plus.

3. Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara

My drugstore pick! Maybelline Sky High has quickly become a cult favorite, and for good reason. It delivers serious length with a lightweight formula that won’t weigh down your lashes. If you’ve been looking for that lifted, sky-high effect, this mascara is for you. The flexible brush helps separate and fan out your lashes, so they look long, defined, and super fluttery.

What’s great about this one is how well it layers—whether you go for one coat for a natural look or build it up for more drama, your lashes stay clump-free and beautifully long.

How it removes: This mascara is as easy to remove as it is to apply. You’ll just need some micellar water or a basic makeup remover to break it down quickly, and it won’t leave a trace of residue.