Essence Maximum Definition Volume Mascara

Product

Essence claims that this mascara is an 'innovative and flexible synthetic brush' that 'reaches even the shortest lashes in the corner of you eye for perfect lengthening effects from base to tips'. I don't usually like this style of brush, however I actually like this one.  It makes it very easy to coat all of the lashes including the smaller ones on the inside on the eyelid.  So there claim about the brush is true.  The bristles on the brush really do separate the lashes.

The formula isn't waterproof and doesn't claim to be but it also doesn't come off onto my foundation or around my eyes. It is easily removed using a face cleanser or eye make-up remover.  

I think its a combination of the brush and the mascara formula that create the longer looking lashes and do also give a certain amount of volume.  

Longevity

I usually apply this in the morning and it will last me all day.  It doesn't flake off and leave black marks around my eyes.  Therefore, I could get anywhere from eight to twelve hours from this mascara.

Packaging

The packaging on this doesn't look very expensive.  In design it's very similar to other mascaras but I think the bright orange colour looks a little cheap. Although it does make it easier to find in your hand bag.

Price

I think this cost approximately €2.50. It is available at Essence stands. 

Would I buy this again? Yes. 

Essence Stays on and on and on Mascara

Product

On the Essence site, this mascara is described as a mascara 'for even longer-lasting, beautiful lashes, this mascara makes good on its promises. the innovative formula is not only long-lasting but it’s smudge and smear proof too. you’ll enjoy taking it off just as much as you do wearing it—with a little warm water, the mascara washes away. thanks to the sophisticated brush, each lash gets just the right amount of mascara and is perfectly separated for a breathtaking look!'.

This is a very smooth mascara and it also doesn't clump. The brush on this mascara is also good as it has thick bristles while not being too big for day time use. The bristles separate the lashes and allow you to spread them out.  This is also very easy to apply because of the size of the brush.

Longevity

I love this mascara for day time use because it lasts all day long and there is also very little flaking even when in hot conditions.  I also find that this is easy to remove, unlike some other lasting mascaras. I use my usual face wash to remove this mascara.  

Packaging

As you can see from the pictures, this mascara comes in a shiny blue bottle. It also has the brush applicator for applying the mascara.  There is 8ml or 0.27fluid ounces in the bottle.  

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Price

I think that this cost approximately €3.50, which I think is great for a mascara that lasts all day.  

Would I buy this product again? Yes. I have purchased this product twice already and will again.  

Essence Gel Eyeliner: Berlin Rocks

Since this is my first official blog review, I decided to start with the most recent product that I have purchased.  Although this wasn’t expensive it was definitely an in impulse purchase, it was on a stand just before I paid and I really liked the colour.

Product:

This is a purple gel eyeliner, I got it in shade 03, Berlin Rocks. The pigmentation for this eyeliner is great.  I like that when I apply the first layer it is very pigmented but when I apply another layer the colour is darker and I can use it for a very different look.  This has a very soft texture. As you can see from the photographs, it looks almost wet.  As soon as I placed the eyeliner brush into the eyeliner pot it sunk into the eyeliner, therefore I would recommend a light hand when using the product.

Longevity:

Considering the price of this product, it has great longevity.  I put it on in the morning and have a busy day and it’s still almost perfect when I get home. Therefore, it usually lasts 8 hours or so.  If I planned to wear in from day to night, I would reapply another layer to freshen up the look.

 Packaging:            

As you can see from the pictures, the packing is very basic but sturdy. The lid is plastic and the eyeliner is contained in a glass container.  I recently moved and it survived the moving process so I think that is a sign that it will last for a long time.

Price:

This was very inexpensive, I paid €3.49. Considering how good I think this product is, I am surprised that it’s not more expensive.  I will be going back to buy this in black.

Would I buy this product again?  Yes