Best Mascara

Best overall: Lancome Lash Idole delivers the best appearance and strong smudge resistance for long wear. For overall quality, ILIA Limitless Lash earns top marks among the ranked products. Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High is a top pick for strong formula and value. L'Oreal Voluminous Lash Paradise rounds out the top picks with solid value. The main tradeoff is between Lancome's superior appearance and smudge resistance versus the stronger formula performance of the mid-ranked options.