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mascara for mature ladies

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BigBertha1 Wed 20-Dec-23 11:28:47

I've tried lots and Lancome still comes out best. I did have a Dior Show mascara once which was fabulous but I had more lashes than a jersey cow - bit too much for me.

aonk Wed 20-Dec-23 11:25:31

I’ve heard lots of favourable comments about Lancôme Hypnose from daughters and friends. I use Max Factor Masterpiece which was recommended in a magazine. It really works on my short and sparse eyelashes.

Visgir1 Wed 20-Dec-23 10:57:57

GrannyGravy13

I use Lancôme Hypnose mascara, it comes in waterproof and non waterproof, I find the brown-black suits me. Wouldn’t change to another one as I am very happy with the results and wearability.

I'm a big fan too.. But I have recently bought on a recommendation MAC Extended Play.
It has a slimline brush and the brushes are slightly apart so the coverage is not clumpy and as it goes down more to the root makes your eyelashes look longer. Comes off fine, think I'm going to continue with this after many years with Lacome.

henetha Wed 20-Dec-23 10:18:09

I like a bit of mascara now and then. Don't use it regularly any more. Any brown/black one, preferably waterproof is fine.
My eyelashes seem shorter than they used to be.

crazyH Wed 20-Dec-23 10:14:28

I haven’t used since it caused me a sever rash. And now, my glasses hide my eyes, so what’s the point ?

dragonfly46 Wed 20-Dec-23 10:06:51

I have recently been using UKlash but other so called water proofs wear off very quickly. I have tried Look Fabulous, Clinique and Boots own but have not found one which is special. I might go back to Lancôme as I loved this when I was younger.

GrannyGravy13 Wed 20-Dec-23 09:59:55

I use Lancôme Hypnose mascara, it comes in waterproof and non waterproof, I find the brown-black suits me. Wouldn’t change to another one as I am very happy with the results and wearability.

sandelf Wed 20-Dec-23 09:55:40

Less is more - putting a mix of waxes and pigments very close to your eyes - not good.

Poppyred Wed 20-Dec-23 09:51:15

I wonder how the ‘mascara’ knows how old our lashes are?? 🤨🤭😂. I would stick with what suits you.

Fflaurie Wed 20-Dec-23 09:25:56

I keep seeing adverts for mascara for mature women that promise lovely long thick eyelashes, makes like Prime Cosmetics, Thrive and even Look Fabulous Forever. At the moment I use Maybelline, but honestly, are these more expensive brands aimed at us any better?