One afternoon I asked my friend Rocío what her favorite mascara was, and we couldn’t agree. The reason is that while she looked for one that would give maximum volume, I preferred a more natural finish. But it’s understandable. For those with straight lashes, mascaras that give them the perfect curl are essential.
There are many types, and although finding the ideal one isn’t an easy task, the common denominator that we all seek is to lengthen them. And note, you don’t have to have short lashes, but we always want more. That has led us to look for serums, get lash lifts, curl them, or search for a formula that separates well, gives them curl and greater length without adding weight.
And the only way to find the perfect mascara is through trial and error. So, after trying thousands, I’ve found the ones that truly fit the bill. Best of all, their formulas are conditioning and provide a modulable volume (no clumps or transfer) so you can choose the finish that best suits you.
The best mascaras for short lashes
Lash Sculpt by REFY.
Lash Sculpt by REFY. Its aim is to lengthen, lift, and separate rather than focusing solely on adding volume. Its curved, comb-shaped applicator grabs the lashes from the root and distributes the product to the tips, without clumps or a heavy finish. It is enriched with carnauba wax and candelilla to sculpt and maintain the curl, along with vitamin E and panthenol to condition.
Telescopic Extensionist by L’Oréal Paris.
Telescopic Extensionist by L’Oréal Paris. Its formula contains pigments and lengthening fibers that cling to each lash to visually extend its tip, while the brush with more than 300 bristles separates and curves with precision. It’s one of the best in terms of value for money.
It’s A Stretch by Sephora Collection.
It’s A Stretch by Sephora Collection uses tubing technology to wrap around each lash and boost their length and volume. The goal is to fan them out in 360 degrees, creating a span-like effect that helps short lashes gain presence from different angles and makes the gaze appear visually more open. Best of all, it does not transfer and is gentle on them.
False Lash Effect Supreme Recharge by Max Factor.
False Lash Effect Supreme Recharge by Max Factor. Its shaping brush coats each lash from root to tip and the brand promises instant volume up to seven times greater, as it aims to recreate a dramatic false-lash effect.
Volume Boost Mascara by UKLASH.
Volume Boost Mascara by UKLASH. It is waterproof and combines the immediate effect of makeup with a conditioning formula enriched with keratin, vitamin E, and vitamin B5. Although its main promise is volume, they manage to make them look longer, pretty, and dense.
Lancôme Lash Idôle.
Lancôme Lash Idôle. It is one of the favorites for its lifting effect, for the length it provides, and for how well separated they are. Its curved elastomer brush incorporates 360 micro-bristles of different sizes to reach any lash, lift them, and unfold them without excess or clumps.
