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3 Drugstore Mascaras You Need to Try Right Now

Howdy, folks! I’m sure you know by now my love for trying out ALL the mascaras. While I do love both high-end and drugstore mascaras, I’m really a sucker for finding a good drugstore formula because MOMLIFE and I like to save money! So today I’m sharing with you my top 3 favorite drugstore mascaras of the moment!

Looking for a great new inexpensive mascara to try? These three drugstore mascaras will give you all the volume, lengthening and glam that you need without breaking the bank! This article even tells you the high end mascara dupes that compare to these drugstore mascaras! Why spend a fortune on mascara?v

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Here we go in no particular order…

Rimmel Scandaleyes Retroglam Mascara  – Okay so I’ll be honest, this is not a mascara that I have only recently tried. As I matter of fact it was on my chosen list for top 10 beauty products of 2016! I originally bought this because it was on sale for a whopping $3.99 – let me tell you, I was not expecting much. But boy, was I surprised when I tried it out! This formula is fabulous! The brush adds volume and lengthening to my lashes and really builds up as you go. I find the formula to be very hydrating, which feels like it lasts much longer to me.

I do NOT recommend using any mascara past the three month mark no matter what brand it is – most run out or dry up around this time anyways, but you will run the risk of eye infection if you take it much farther, just FYI! However, I feel that this particular mascara seriously lasts me that full three months without wearing down. As a matter of fact, I find it to be a great dupe for the Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara, which costs a lot more and, if you ask me, dries up much quicker, giving you less bang for your buck. I have come back to this Rimmel mascara time and time again. And the price is phenomenal. It won’t let you down!

Rimmel Scandaleyes RetroGlam Mascara - Okay so I’ll be honest, this is not a mascara that I have only recently tried. As I matter of fact it was on my chosen list for top 10 beauty products of 2016! I originally bought this because it was on sale for a whopping $3.99 – let me tell you, I was not expecting much. But boy, was I surprised when I tried it out! This formula is fabulous! The brush adds volume and lengthening to my lashes and really builds up as you go. I find the formula to be very hydrating, which feels like it lasts much longer to me. I do NOT recommend using any mascara past the three month mark no matter what brand it is – most run out or dry up around this time anyways, but you will run the risk of eye infection if you take it much farther, just FYI! However, I feel that this particular mascara seriously lasts me that full three months without wearing down. As a matter of fact, I find it to be a great dupe for the Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara, which costs a lot more and, if you ask me, dries up much quicker, giving you less bang for your buck. I have come back to this Rimmel mascara time and time again. And the price is phenomenal. It won’t let you down!

 

L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara  – Well, this one is not new to me either. I wrote about this one in my top 10 Favorite products from last year! But I cannot get enough of it. I will be honest – anytime I try out a new mascara, I usually hate them all until I’ve tried them for a week. There’s just something about breaking in a new formula and they never really look right on my lashes until I’ve gotten a few uses out of them. Well, NOT THIS GUY. This mascara is no joke. It literally accentuates every tiny lash that I maybe didn’t know I had. The volume and precision literally blew me away at even first use. At under $10, um, yes please.




The ONLY thing I have to say about this formula that isn’t the greatest is that I feel like it does dry up quicker than other formulas. It seems I have a 2 month run time on this one vs. a 3 month. But I am telling you, regardless of that issue, it’s 1000% worth having to buy it more often. Everyone that tries it seems to be in love – go getcha some! Here’s a little before and after pic for you – right with no mascara, left with two coats of Lash Paradise…need I say more?!?!
Loreal Lash Paradise Mascara - Well, this one is not new to me either. I wrote about this one in my top 10 Favorite products from last year! But I cannot get enough of it. I will be honest – anytime I try out a new mascara, I usually hate them all until I’ve tried them for a week. There’s just something about breaking in a new formula and they never really look right on my lashes until I’ve gotten a few uses out of them. Well, NOT THIS GUY. This mascara is no joke. It literally accentuates every tiny lash that I maybe didn’t know I had. The volume and precision literally blew me away at even first use. At under $10, um, yes please.
Loreal Lash Paradise Mascara - Well, this one is not new to me either. I wrote about this one in my top 10 Favorite products from last year! But I cannot get enough of it. I will be honest – anytime I try out a new mascara, I usually hate them all until I’ve tried them for a week. There’s just something about breaking in a new formula and they never really look right on my lashes until I’ve gotten a few uses out of them. Well, NOT THIS GUY. This mascara is no joke. It literally accentuates every tiny lash that I maybe didn’t know I had. The volume and precision literally blew me away at even first use. At under $10, um, yes please. The ONLY thing I have to say about this formula that isn’t the greatest is that I feel like it does dry up quicker than other formulas. It seems I have a 2 month run time on this one vs. a 3 month. But I am telling you, regardless of that issue, it’s 1000% worth having to buy it more often. Everyone that tries it seems to be in love – got getcha some! Here's a little before and after pic for you - right with no mascara, left with two coats of Lash Paradise...need I say more?!?!</p> <p>ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B075QGB3GV&linkCode=as2&tag=kymakeupjunki-20&linkId=7f34728c7a7fe5feabd025933947a4df  BeYu Lash Expert Volume & Curl Mascara – This one is brand new to me, brand and all. And lately it’s been the one most on repeat for me! The formula is very hydrating also and I LOVE the lengthening effect it gives me. I have very blonde lashes and they aren’t THAT long, but they do curl well. So I give them a curl and then use this stuff – it makes my lashes look way longer than they are!

This is another one that I have loved since wearing it on day 1. Not too many mascaras impress me right off the bat like that. This one has a straight brush which I always feel like will never work for me – I don’t know why. I feel like it will unnaturally go against the curve of my lashes, but it doesn’t at all. This stuff is fabulous. It’s on the higher end of the drugstore pricing, but worth every single penny.

BeYu Lash Expert Volume & Curl Mascara - This one is brand new to me, brand and all. And lately it’s been the one most on repeat for me! The formula is very hydrating also and I LOVE the lengthening effect it gives me. I have very blonde lashes and they aren’t THAT long, but they do curl well. So I give them a curl and then use this stuff – it makes my lashes look way longer than they are! This is another one that I have loved since wearing it on day 1. Not too many mascaras impress me right off the bat like that. This one has a straight brush which I always feel like will never work for me – I don’t know why. I feel like it will unnaturally go against the curve of my lashes, but it doesn’t at all. This stuff is fabulous. It’s on the higher end of the drugstore pricing, but worth every single penny.

So there you have it, friends! My top three drugstore mascaras that are currently on repeat! Have you tried any of these yet? Comment with your experiences below!

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  1. Betty A Arlinghaus says

    May 21, 2018 at 11:00 pm

    I absolutely love L’Oreal’s Lash Paradise. I use both the waterproof and regular. I find that if I use a primer most mascaras work a lot better for me.

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    • Jill C. says

      May 23, 2018 at 8:38 pm

      That one is SOOOO good! I always buy a backup because I don’t want to run out! haha! I haven’t tried the waterproof version of it yet though! I also love to use mascara primer but to be honest, it’s been awhile! I should go grab some!

      Reply
  2. Lindsay Latimer says

    May 23, 2018 at 9:23 am

    Love that L’Oreal – I need to try the rest!

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    • Jill C. says

      May 23, 2018 at 8:37 pm

      That one is such a fave! It works for everyone! Let me know if you try the others – curious to hear your thoughts!

      Reply
  3. emilyzprentice says

    May 23, 2018 at 2:18 pm

    Love this! Mascara is my favorite makeup product!!

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    • Jill C. says

      May 23, 2018 at 8:36 pm

      I am literally addicted to trying them out! LOL!

      Reply
  4. Courtney says

    May 23, 2018 at 5:56 pm

    Love the L’oreal One! Also their Carbon Black mascara!!! Have you tried Essence Lash Princess? It’s amazing!

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    • Jill C. says

      May 23, 2018 at 8:36 pm

      Me too, girl! Love all things Loreal! And NO I HAVE NOT YET TRIED the Essence Lash Princess! BUT WHYYYY! haha! I will totally go check it out – thanks for the suggestion!

      Reply
  5. Sophisticated Chaos says

    May 23, 2018 at 6:14 pm

    Drugstore makeup is the best! I’ve tried the Lash Paradise and it was great!

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    • Jill C. says

      May 23, 2018 at 8:34 pm

      It truly is! And I’ve never met anyone that hasn’t liked that one yet! It’s a gem for sure!

      Reply
  6. Maya Griffin says

    May 23, 2018 at 6:34 pm

    Thank you!! I’m always trying new mascaras trying to get that ideal length. I wanna try the last one!

    Reply
    • Jill C. says

      May 23, 2018 at 8:34 pm

      That last one (from BeYu) is my top fave at the moment! I just can’t put it down!

      Reply
  7. Allison Lewis says

    May 23, 2018 at 7:23 pm

    I haven’t tried any of these but I definitely will. Thank for the info.

    Reply
    • Jill C. says

      May 23, 2018 at 8:33 pm

      Awesome! Let me know if you find one you love!

      Reply
  8. Nicci Gilland says

    May 24, 2018 at 9:09 am

    The BeYu mascara looks amazing on you!

    Reply
    • Jill C. says

      May 24, 2018 at 12:04 pm

      Thank you! I am convinced it will look great on anyone!

      Reply
  9. Whitney S. says

    May 24, 2018 at 9:19 am

    I used to use that Rimmel Scandaleyes mascara all the time!

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    • Jill C. says

      May 24, 2018 at 12:04 pm

      It’s seriously the best formula for the price also! LOVE it!

      Reply
  10. Caitlin says

    June 2, 2018 at 12:32 pm

    Ah! Mascara is my favorite! I’m so glad there are great drugstore ones- helps leave room in my budget for other things, lol. I LOVE the Rimmel and L’Oreal ones you mentioned so it looks like I better try te BeYu.

    Reply
    • Jill C. says

      June 2, 2018 at 8:57 pm

      Girl you won’t regret it! The BeYu is the one that I cannot put down at the moment! SOOO GOOD

      Reply

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