Bare Escentuals - Buxom Lash

[Nepenthe]

I posted this on my blog this morning, but I thought I'd share with everyone here as well. Enjoy.

Product Name: Buxom® Lash Mascara (Blackest Black)

Product Description (from http://www.sephora.com): Holds the style of your lashes for a continuous 12 hours with no flakiness. The silky, vitamin-rich formula darkens, lengthens, and thickens from root to tip without ever clumping. Its patented, hourglass-shaped brush is designed to lift and separate every lash while delivering the perfect amount of antioxidant-rich mascara needed for bigger, fuller lashes.

The Experience: I picked this up in a sampler box set, so it was really just a coincidence that I had it on hand when I started hearing the raves about this mascara. Mascara is just one of those things that I can’t help but want to try, which is why I got the sample set. It’s a great way to try out some new brands (or snag travel sizes of old favourites), without worrying about shelling out for those full sizes you’ll never get through because you don’t like, but I digress.

Bare Escentuals kept the packaging simple and that’s a good thing as far as I’m concerned. The wand is big, definitely not for the easily intimidated or those with very small eyes. I quite like the size though, and I was surprised to find that I could capture my inner lashes without too much difficulty. I was also surprised to find that the brush wasn’t as awkward as I first thought it would be for my lower lashes. It was my experience that for a large wand, it was unexpectedly agile.

The consistency is smooth and light, which makes for easy application. It was a pleasant surprise to find that this formula truly delivered on its promise to be clump free. The definition is fantastic and definitely belies the chunky wand. I have never experimented with really building up this mascara because I find that my needs are met with just a few passes of the wand. I did find however, that there was some smudging under the lower lashes after about five to six hours.

Clean definition is what I see the most with this mascara, but there is enough volume added to make a statement. My experience also showed some additional length as well, but for my own taste I prefer to curl my lashes before application. Since I have dark lashes, this works day or night for me. For those with lighter lashes, this may be too intense for daytime and unfortunately it is only available in one colour at this time.

In the past I have tended to jump back and forth between mascaras, but there is something about the formulation of Buxom Lash that I really like. I consistently reach for it and find myself disappointed if I’ve misplaced it and need to reach for something else. This is definitely one of my new favourite mascaras, of which I will be repurchasing in full size.

Price: $23 CAD / $18 USD

Pros: definition, length, mild scent, volume

Cons: limited colour options, price, slight smudging

Rating: 4.5/5

[Kalie]

So I gave this mascara another chance based on your review. I love how it seperates my lashes - it makes every singal lash stand out. I did notice some smudging after a few hours...but in it's defense I had put fresh lotion around my eyes about 5-10mins before applying. But it took me about 3 coats to get the intensity that I wanted, and my eyelashes were folding down at the tips...but once again in it's defense that happens quite often with my lashes (seriously...whyyy??). I'll play with it more and see if I can learn all the tricks. Thanks for the review!

[Nepenthe]

Mascara is one of the trickiest things! I'm glad you found the review helpful, and I hope you find something soon that meets your lash needs.

Do you curl your lashes beforehand, or you found the mascara weighed them down?

[Kalie]

I always curl my eye lashes, but they are cray-zaaay. Always kinda sticking out at weird angles, and they fold down at the tips naturally...so annoying. :P I do love my shu uemura lash curler though, it helps a lot.