A good mascara is a must for a night out, a date or just to have in your makeup bag. A mascara that suits you perfectly. What different types of mascara are there? Which mascara suits you best?

Today's mascara range is vast. New mascaras are constantly appearing on social media and in advertisements. Improvements, new packaging, new brushes. How do you know which one to choose? What suits you best? Are your lashes long or short? Thin or thick? Curled or straight?

The most important thing to consider when choosing mascara is the brush. What type of brush should you use and which brush suits your lashes best? Here are some tips on some different mascaras and their properties!

Which brush?

A brush that suits all lashes is to start with a straight mascara brush . This brush is classic and works great if you are unsure of what to choose. The same goes for rubber brushes . Both brushes are easy to use, provide length and volume and, as mentioned, suit all lashes.

The difference between the brushes is that the rubber brush separates the lashes more because the spikes are harder and you avoid mascara clumps.

If you are someone with straight lashes who wants a little curl and volume, a curved mascara brush is perfect for you. A curved mascara brush is exactly what it sounds like, a brush that gives you a nice curl in your lashes.

If you have long lashes, a thick mascara brush is best because it adds volume and works well if you want dramatic lashes.

However, if you have short lashes and want longer ones, use a tapered brush . A tapered brush with a tapered shape is narrower at the top and thicker at the edge. If you have short lashes and use this brush, you will reach all the lashes. The thicker outer part gives length and the narrow tip allows you to reach all the way into the corner of your eye.

There are of course many more brushes and mascaras. All of the brushes mentioned can be combined with other lash tools, such as a lash curler. But in summary, a rubber brush and a straight brush work for everyone. A curved brush for those who have straight lashes and want curved ones. A thick brush for those with long lashes and a tapered brush for those with short lashes.

Waterproof or not?

In addition to different mascara brushes, you can also choose between waterproof mascara and non-waterproof mascara. Which option is best? When is it best to use each mascara?

Regular cosmetics usually contain and are based on water. While waterproof products are usually based on silicone, among other things. A positive feature of waterproof mascara is the easy-to-apply oily consistency. Waterproof mascara usually dries quickly and you avoid unsightly stains around the eyes.

One of the big drawbacks of waterproof mascara is of course that it is waterproof. Whether you use water or makeup remover, waterproof mascara will always be harder to remove than regular mascara. Many people who have used waterproof mascara have, to speed up the process, rubbed their eyelashes hard when trying to wash the mascara off, which has led to irritated skin and weak eyelashes .

Despite all the great benefits of waterproof mascara, regular use can actually cause your eyelashes to deteriorate. The combination of strong makeup remover and hard-to-remove mascara unfortunately results in weak and thin lashes.

To reduce the risk of this, it is recommended to only use waterproof mascara in emergencies and special occasions.

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