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Mascara, by literal definition courtesy of Merriam-Webster, is “a cosmetic especially for making the eyelashes darker and more prominent.” What you won’t see in that definition is any barrier to entry specified by lash length. Even so, not all mascaras are created equal, and some are especially adept at giving short lashes the va-va-voom treatment.
Best Mascaras for Short Lashes at a Glance (2025)
Best Lengthening: Sweed Pro Lash Lift Mascara, $30 Best Volumizing: Benefit Cosmetics “Bad Gal” Bang!, $29 Best Drugstore: L’Oreal Paris Telescopic Lengthening Mascara, $10 Best Waterproof: YSL Lash Clash Extreme Volume Waterproof Mascara, $32 Best Tubing: T
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