mavala VL & other mascaras
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free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 10:46 am

I have short stubby eyelashes so I am always looking for mascara that gives me volume and length. I decide to try Mavala vl, waterproof mascara.
You have to do 2 coats to get the full effect. I like the look of it on my lashes but alas it makes my eyes water and sting so I cannot wear it.
The swollen red eyes look was not really what I was aiming for. Back to the drawing board. Sad

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 10:52 am

loopylori wrote:

I have short stubby eyelashes so I am always looking for mascara that gives me volume and length. I decide to try Mavala vl, waterproof mascara.
You have to do 2 coats to get the full effect. I like the look of it on my lashes but alas it makes my eyes water and sting so I cannot wear it.
The swollen red eyes look was not really what I was aiming for. Back to the drawing board. Sad

Have you ever tried Benefits Bad Gal in waterproof, my eyes are really sensitive and I can use this one with no issues! They have a new one called They Are Real, but I have not tried it yet!

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 10:58 am

I have not tried that. Thank you for the recommendation I will look out for it.
My eyes are super sensitive.
When I was about 14 I used to borrow my mums beautiful sparkly blue eyeshadow.By the end of the night my eyes were like little slits but I loved the way that shadow looked. LOL.
Hopefully I have more sense now.

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 11:02 am

loopylori wrote:

I have not tried that. Thank you for the recommendation I will look out for it.
My eyes are super sensitive.
When I was about 14 I used to borrow my mums beautiful sparkly blue eyeshadow.By the end of the night my eyes were like little slits but I loved the way that shadow looked. LOL.
Hopefully I have more sense now.

You are my new best buddy, I have the worst when it comes to sensitivity of my eyes! If I use face products with artificial fragrance my eyes object in a major way! Cool

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 11:56 am

DarkMoon wrote:

loopylori wrote:

I have short stubby eyelashes so I am always looking for mascara that gives me volume and length. I decide to try Mavala vl, waterproof mascara.
You have to do 2 coats to get the full effect. I like the look of it on my lashes but alas it makes my eyes water and sting so I cannot wear it.
The swollen red eyes look was not really what I was aiming for. Back to the drawing board. Sad

Have you ever tried Benefits Bad Gal in waterproof, my eyes are really sensitive and I can use this one with no issues! They have a new one called They Are Real, but I have not tried it yet!

I have used the "They are Real", it definitely lives up to its name, but I find by the end of the night I can't wait to remove it, its harder to get off than normal mascara, somewhere in between normal and waterproof! For that reason alone I would not repurchase, too rough on my lashes.

I also do not like rubber applicators, this is one of those, I find they clump more than the "normal" ones (for lack of its real term). I'd rather build mascara then have to "de-clump" and this dries super fast, hard to work with IMO.

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 11:59 am

Tiny wrote:

DarkMoon wrote:

loopylori wrote:

I have short stubby eyelashes so I am always looking for mascara that gives me volume and length. I decide to try Mavala vl, waterproof mascara.
You have to do 2 coats to get the full effect. I like the look of it on my lashes but alas it makes my eyes water and sting so I cannot wear it.
The swollen red eyes look was not really what I was aiming for. Back to the drawing board. Sad

Have you ever tried Benefits Bad Gal in waterproof, my eyes are really sensitive and I can use this one with no issues! They have a new one called They Are Real, but I have not tried it yet!

I have used the "They are Real", it definitely lives up to its name, but I find by the end of the night I can't wait to remove it, its harder to get off than normal mascara, somewhere in between normal and waterproof! For that reason alone I would not repurchase, too rough on my lashes.

I also do not like rubber applicators, this is one of those, I find they clump more than the "normal" ones (for lack of its real term). I'd rather build mascara then have to "de-clump" and this dries super fast, hard to work with IMO.

Thanks for that heads up, I love the huge Teddy Bear brush in the Bad Gal one!
I would love to get away without waterproof, but my eyes just tear too easily now! Sad

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 12:08 pm

I have to use waterproof, for the same reason as DM.
I need a new best buddy, so the job is yours DM.
I need to warn you in advance, I take a lot of looking after and I need help frequently. Laughing

Thank you for that info Tiny, back to the search.

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 12:14 pm

loopylori wrote:

I have to use waterproof, for the same reason as DM.
I need a new best buddy, so the job is yours DM.
I need to warn you in advance, I take a lot of looking after and I need help frequently. Laughing

Thank you for that info Tiny, back to the search.

I am very good at caretaking lori, after 4 kids an ex that could not manage to do a thing for himself and being a caretaker for my father I have decades of practice! Very Happy

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 1:10 pm

DarkMoon wrote:

loopylori wrote:

I have to use waterproof, for the same reason as DM.
I need a new best buddy, so the job is yours DM.
I need to warn you in advance, I take a lot of looking after and I need help frequently. Laughing

Thank you for that info Tiny, back to the search.

I am very good at caretaking lori, after 4 kids an ex that could not manage to do a thing for himself and being a caretaker for my father I have decades of practice! Very Happy

fabulous, your just what I need. Plus you make me laugh too and I do like to laugh.

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 1:11 pm

loopylori wrote:

DarkMoon wrote:

loopylori wrote:

I have to use waterproof, for the same reason as DM.
I need a new best buddy, so the job is yours DM.
I need to warn you in advance, I take a lot of looking after and I need help frequently. Laughing

Thank you for that info Tiny, back to the search.

I am very good at caretaking lori, after 4 kids an ex that could not manage to do a thing for himself and being a caretaker for my father I have decades of practice! Very Happy

fabulous, your just what I need. Plus you make me laugh too and I do like to laugh.

Ditto lori, having you around would be a joy! Very Happy

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 1:14 pm

DarkMoon wrote:

loopylori wrote:

DarkMoon wrote:

loopylori wrote:

I have to use waterproof, for the same reason as DM.
I need a new best buddy, so the job is yours DM.
I need to warn you in advance, I take a lot of looking after and I need help frequently. Laughing

Thank you for that info Tiny, back to the search.

I am very good at caretaking lori, after 4 kids an ex that could not manage to do a thing for himself and being a caretaker for my father I have decades of practice! Very Happy

fabulous, your just what I need. Plus you make me laugh too and I do like to laugh.

Ditto lori, having you around would be a joy! Very Happy

I think they have a website for this match.com Cool

!!!

Any other mascara's you two ladies like or anyone else for that matter? I want long, lush lashes Wink

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 1:20 pm

Tiny wrote:

DarkMoon wrote:

loopylori wrote:

DarkMoon wrote:

loopylori wrote:

I have to use waterproof, for the same reason as DM.
I need a new best buddy, so the job is yours DM.
I need to warn you in advance, I take a lot of looking after and I need help frequently. Laughing

Thank you for that info Tiny, back to the search.

I am very good at caretaking lori, after 4 kids an ex that could not manage to do a thing for himself and being a caretaker for my father I have decades of practice! Very Happy

fabulous, your just what I need. Plus you make me laugh too and I do like to laugh.

Ditto lori, having you around would be a joy! Very Happy

I think they have a website for this match.com Cool

!!!

Any other mascara's you two ladies like or anyone else for that matter? I want long, lush lashes Wink

lmfao
alright my old faithful is rimmel XL but it isn't fab but better for me than most I have tried, and it does not make me cry.

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 1:27 pm

Believe it or not the Revlon dual ended with primer on one side and mascara on the other works magic to lengthen and thicken! It comes in both regular and waterproof. Sure not to break the bank either! (I don't like most Revlon mascaras).

Revlon Lash Fantasy Total Definition Primer & Mascara

Just one place to purchase:

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Revlon-Lash-Fantasy-Total-Definition-Primer-Mascara-102-Black-.15-fl-oz/11047034

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 1:32 pm

Another believe it or not is L'oreal lash out. It really lengthens but does not add volume if you need that as well. You can layer this over and over and it rarely clumps.

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 1:34 pm

Tiny wrote:

Another believe it or not is L'oreal lash out. It really lengthens but does not add volume if you need that as well. You can layer this over and over and it rarely clumps.

LMAO Tiny I have used that then layered their Voluminous over for thickening!

OMG I am a make up JUNKIE! Laughing

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 1:38 pm

DarkMoon wrote:

Tiny wrote:

Another believe it or not is L'oreal lash out. It really lengthens but does not add volume if you need that as well. You can layer this over and over and it rarely clumps.

LMAO Tiny I have used that then layered their Voluminous over for thickening!

OMG I am a make up JUNKIE! Laughing

OMG were twins, you might have to be my keeper now not Loopyloris Cool

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 1:40 pm

Tiny wrote:

DarkMoon wrote:

Tiny wrote:

Another believe it or not is L'oreal lash out. It really lengthens but does not add volume if you need that as well. You can layer this over and over and it rarely clumps.

LMAO Tiny I have used that then layered their Voluminous over for thickening!

OMG I am a make up JUNKIE! Laughing

OMG were twins, you might have to be my keeper now not Loopyloris Cool

LOL. I have room for both of you! Very Happy

We can play in my massive collection!!!

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 3:20 pm

I think I am the Queen of super sensitive eyes esp. when it comes to mascara! I am sooo bummed, my old standby Clinique Naturally Glossy mascara is now irritating my eyes and I'm back to the drawing board too! Sad

I didn't realize waterproof was better for sensitive eyes, I sure can't use anything for lenghtening or volume because of the fibers but it's not easy to find one that basically just tints your lashes.

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 3:27 pm

brierrose wrote:

I think I am the Queen of super sensitive eyes esp. when it comes to mascara! I am sooo bummed, my old standby Clinique Naturally Glossy mascara is now irritating my eyes and I'm back to the drawing board too! Sad

I didn't realize waterproof was better for sensitive eyes, I sure can't use anything for lenghtening or volume because of the fibers but it's not easy to find one that basically just tints your lashes.

I really could be wrong here, but I don't think lash out has any fibers in it at all. The newer products do but they also state they do.

eta: almay has some really decent ones too for sensitive eyes, have you tried those?

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 3:28 pm

brierrose wrote:

I think I am the Queen of super sensitive eyes esp. when it comes to mascara! I am sooo bummed, my old standby Clinique Naturally Glossy mascara is now irritating my eyes and I'm back to the drawing board too! Sad

I didn't realize waterproof was better for sensitive eyes, I sure can't use anything for lenghtening or volume because of the fibers but it's not easy to find one that basically just tints your lashes.

Lamas does have a product that can be worn both day and while sleeping that darkens the lashes, it is like a very light textured mascara and treatment in one!
http://www.peterlamas.com/sk_lash_masque.php

HTH Very Happy

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 4:02 pm

Yes I've tried Almay and Lamas lash masque and neither of them worked for me.

So far I've tried Jane Iredale, Physicians Formula, Ecco Bella, Lavera and Becca The Ultimate Mascara. The Becca is a tube mascara and more gentle than most, but still bothers my eyes. I would highly recommend it though, it's a beautiful mascara that made my lashes look full long & curled.

Thanks Tiny & DM for the suggestions.

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 4:04 pm

brierrose wrote:

Yes I've tried Almay and Lamas lash masque and neither of them worked for me.

So far I've tried Jane Iredale, Physicians Formula, Ecco Bella, Lavera and Becca The Ultimate Mascara. The Becca is a tube mascara and more gentle than most, but still bothers my eyes. I would highly recommend it though, it's a beautiful mascara that made my lashes look full long & curled.

Thanks Tiny & DM for the suggestions.

If its any consolation, I do not have sensitive eyes and tube mascara's bother even me.

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 4:08 pm

Tiny wrote:

brierrose wrote:

Yes I've tried Almay and Lamas lash masque and neither of them worked for me.

So far I've tried Jane Iredale, Physicians Formula, Ecco Bella, Lavera and Becca The Ultimate Mascara. The Becca is a tube mascara and more gentle than most, but still bothers my eyes. I would highly recommend it though, it's a beautiful mascara that made my lashes look full long & curled.

Thanks Tiny & DM for the suggestions.

If its any consolation, I do not have sensitive eyes and tube mascara's bother even me.

Same situation here (although sensitive eyes) I can't use any of the tube mascaras and taking them off is always a nightmare for me the tubes break up and land in my eyes!

free skin care · Sun May 20, 2012 11:11 pm

You'll all probably think I'm crazy because it is so expensive, but this Chantecaille mascara is beautiful. It is meant to be one of those eyelash growing products and mascara in one. It really does make your lashes longer. And, it makes it look like you have had your lashes tinted. It's really worth the price. I've never tried those eyelash growth products but this stuff is natural so I feel like it's safe.

Also, as an FYI Nordstrom is having it's buy two mascaras get one free event on May 26. You can buy three and get the least expensive one free. It might be a good way to try out some mascara you've been thinking of trying.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/chantecaille-faux-cils-longest-lash-mascara/3207260?origin=category&fashionColor=&resultback=403

Chantecaille's Longest Lash Mascara fuses the newest lash-growth peptide technology with the original, sought-after Faux Cils formula. Lashes get a boost with Chantecaille's unique SymPeptide 17™, stimulating keratin genes and encouraging the strength and length of your natural lashes—without irritation or discoloration.

After two weeks' use, in-vivo clinical tests reveal longer and thicker lashes by 25 percent. These extraordinary results are achieved by simply applying the mascara to eyelashes daily.

Similar to the original Faux Cils formula, Longest Lash Mascara creates immediate volume with a special combination of natural waxes to thicken and plump lashes. Chantecaille's signature Rosewater is added for a luxurious and healing experience. The formula features the non-clumping, double-helix brush to comb and feather lashes for clump-free volume.

free skin care · Mon May 21, 2012 6:09 am

DarkMoon wrote:

brierrose wrote:

I think I am the Queen of super sensitive eyes esp. when it comes to mascara! I am sooo bummed, my old standby Clinique Naturally Glossy mascara is now irritating my eyes and I'm back to the drawing board too! Sad

I didn't realize waterproof was better for sensitive eyes, I sure can't use anything for lenghtening or volume because of the fibers but it's not easy to find one that basically just tints your lashes.

Lamas does have a product that can be worn both day and while sleeping that darkens the lashes, it is like a very light textured mascara and treatment in one!
http://www.peterlamas.com/sk_lash_masque.php

HTH Very Happy

This sounds like the perfect product for when you want lashes to show (mine are non-existent w/o mascara) but don't want full makeup. Some days I do a minimal makeup and don't want "full" mascara!

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