If Endless Compliments Aren't Your Thing, Don't Try This Mascara

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I preface pretty much every story I write about mascara with the same sentiment: Mascara is extremely personal, and everyone has their own checklist of what a formula should include. One type of mascara that doesn't get enough hype, though, is a good tubing mascara. Admittedly, when I first tried one of these formulas, I was immediately confused as to why people liked them—some just didn't add the amount of volume and length that I like out of a mascara. It wasn't until recently that I changed my tune. I discovered one tubing formula that completely leveled up my mascara game. 

Wondering what's different about a good tubing formula and why it's so magical? Don't worry. I'll be breaking all that down below. If you like serious volume and length without the dreaded clumping or running, this type of mascara is for you. It has so much staying power when done right, and even makeup artists swear by it. For all the best tubing mascaras and what to look for in one, keep scrolling below.

What is tubing mascara, and how should you shop for one?

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Celebrity makeup artists Elizabeth Seropian explains exactly what a tubing formula is and what makes it different than traditional mascara. "Tubing mascara creates water-resistant, tube-like coats around each lash, providing smudge-proof and long-lasting wear," she says. "Unlike traditional mascaras that coat lashes with pigment, tubing mascara creates flexible tubes that wrap around lashes, preventing smudging and flaking. It's easily removed with warm water, as the tubes slide off without the need for makeup removers."

Tubing formulas sound great in theory, but as I said above, it did take me a while to find the right formula for me. If you're shopping for a tubing formula, it's a good idea to look for other lash-enhancing ingredients that help promote growth and condition them. Ingredients like castor oil and shea butter are really great for this. For both my favorite formulas and Seropian's, keep on reading.

Best Overall: Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara

Best Drugstore: L'Oréal Double Extend Beauty Tubes Mascara

Best Brown: Blinc Original Tubing Mascara

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Shawna Hudson
Associate Beauty Editor

Shawna Hudson has worked in editorial for over six years, with experience covering entertainment, fashion, culture, celebrities, and her favorite topic of all, beauty. She graduated from California State University, Fullerton, with a degree in journalism and has written for other publications such as Bustle, The Zoe Report, Byrdie, Elite Daily, Mane Addicts, and more. She is currently an associate beauty editor at Who What Wear and hopes to continue feeding her (completely out-of-control) beauty obsession as long as she can. Stay up to date on her latest finds on Instagram @shawnasimonee.