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Although you may not realize it, there’s a reason why there are so many different types of mascara wands on the market. Not every wand is created equally–they’re created shaped for very specific reasons. Most people don’t pay very much attention to their mascara brush, but you really should!
If you know what every different mascara wand is made for, then you’ll be able to achieve the eyelashes of your dreams. Certain eyelash brushes are meant for length, others for lash volume, thickness, drama–the list goes on and on.
The whole reason mascara wands are shaped differently, from the size of the brush to the placement of the bristles, is because they’re designed to help you create a particular eye makeup look.
A mascara choice is a very personal thing. Some women want natural looking lashes, while others want to give off the illusion of wearing falsies.
The best way to ensure you’re truly happy with your mascara choice, whether you shop drugstore brands or high-end brands, is to know what each style of the wand will make your eyelashes look like.
The different style of mascara brushes are:
–Classic Mascara
–Curved Comb Mascara
–Tapered Comb Mascara
–Micro Wand Mascara
–Jumbo/Fat Wand Mascara
–Skinny Wand Mascara
–Corkscrew Mascara
Because this isn’t common knowledge (although it should be), here’s every different type of mascara wand explained. Now get ready for flawless lashes!
Maybelline® Great Lash® Mascara ($4.49)
--Classic Mascara Wand
The classic mascara wand is the most common style of wand. It’s thick and simple bristle design is meant to give you voluminous lashes.
Dior Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mascara ($29.50)
--Curved Comb Mascara Wand
Curved brushes are meant to curl your lashes as you’re applying your mascara. The wand follows the natural curl of your eyelashes and will help give the effect of using an eyelash curler.
LANCÔME Hypnose Doll Lashes Mascara ($27.50)
--Tapered Comb Mascara Wand
Tapered mascara brushes are pointed at the end to help you reach your smaller lashes at the inner corner of your eye. The way the brush gradually gets larger helps give you a dramatic cat-eye look with your mascara.
Maybelline The Falsies Push Up Angel Washable Mascara ($6.41)
--Micro Mascara Wand
Don’t underestimate a micro mascara wand. Just because it’s super small, doesn’t mean it doesn’t give you good coverage. Micro mascara wands are perfect for a clean, precise look.
Revlon Volume + Length Magnified Mascara ($5.66)
--Jumbo/Fat Mascara Wand
Jumbo mascara wands are simple--the more dramatic the wand, the more dramatic the lashes. Big wands give you big lashes.
Rimmel Lash Accelerator Mascara Endless ($4)
--Skinny Mascara Wand
Skinny wands mean lots of length. This thin brush is meant to separate your lashes and elongate them for a natural look.
BOBBI BROWNEye Opening Mascara ($30)
--Corkscrew Mascara Wand
A corkscrew wand is meant for dramatic volume and full coverage. The bristles are designed to coat each of your eyelashes with mascara to look fuller.
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