Review | Benefit They're Real Mascara

Benefit They're Real is a mascara that I've lusted over for a long time. So when there was a small sample in the Latest in Beauty advent calender, I squealed with excitement.

 

It claims to lengthen, curl, volumize, lift and seperate lashes - everything I look for in a mascara. I have such a collection of mascaras, but most claim to just do one or two of these. I normally shy away from mascara reviews as there's only so many words you can use to describe it - and a picture shows it all - but my camera was always rubbish. However, for Christmas I got a new camera so I put it to the test and you can really see how good this mascara (and my camera!) really is.

 [left - no mascara. right - two coats of they're real]

 

Look at the amazing difference! I love how it was so easy to apply and didn't clump my lashes at all. It lasted all day and even was a struggle to get off at the end of the day.

 

I would definitely recommend this mascara, it's perfect for those of you who, like me, can't seem to put on false eyelashes. You won't need them with this!

 

Benefit They're Real Mascara retails for £18.50.

 

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Collection 2000 Pump Up The Volume Mascara Review

I will try any mascara in the world. It is my most favourite beauty product, and also the one make up item I would take with me to a desert island. Everytime I see a mascara that sounds like my cup of tea, I tend to buy it. When it's on a deal, it's almost impossible for me to walk away (although I'll have to this month!) I bought Collection 2000's Pump Up The Volume Loud Lash Mascara for just £3.99. It is normally £4.99 which is still very cheap for a mascara.

As it was quite cheap, I honestly didn't have high expectations. The wand itself was a disappointment. As you can see, it is angled, which is my favourite, but it is also very big. Therefore, I found it really difficult to apply, especially towards the inner eye. There is no way you can do your bottom lashes with it either.

Having said that, it did add great volume and thickness to my lashes, which surprised me. It added more volume than a lot of other more expensive brushes I've tried in the past. If the brush was smaller, this would almost be perfect.

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