Love Your Lashes

The February issue of InStyle has a piece on the right mascara for your eyelashes.

My favorite, Givenchy Phenomenon Eyes, is listed as "best for long, droopy lashes."

The one I hate (I think it's all a marketing ploy to get you to spend $34 on mascara), the Lancome Oscillation mascara is listed as "best for short, straight lashes."

Their other recommendations include best for:

• Stiff lashes (Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lash Extending Treatment; $20)
  
• Long, straight lashes (Clinique High Impact Curling; $14)
  
• Unruly lashes (Maybelline New York XXL Extensions; $9)
  
• Pale lashes (By Terry Blackster; $42)
  
• Sparse lashes (Exceptionnel de Chanel; $28)
  
• Hard-to-reach baby lashes (Rimmel London Sexy Curves; $8)
  
• Sensitive eyes (Physicians Formula Organic Wear; $9)
  

Do you have a favorite mascara not listed here? What type of eyelashes do you have?

Lancome Defincils

Angela says,

"I use Lancome Defincils and have for ever. It is the best and it is their top selling product (one is sold every five seconds!) I just purchased a blue color because black can tend to make my eyes heavier. I love love love it! It also lasts longer than store bought."

Does anyone else agree?

Lancome Oscillation Mascara

I love mascara. I love how, with one coat, it dramatically changes your eyes. I love that, even if you haven't had eight hours of sleep, a good mascara can help you look well rested.

That's why I always try the latest and greatest mascara.

So when I read about the new Lancome oscillating mascara, I had to try it.

It has a battery-operated wand and it's said to remove the back and forth movement of your wrist while applying mascara.

Wrong! Let's start with the battery-operated button. You have to hold it down while you apply the mascara; there isn't an on/off switch. Not only is it awkward, you tend to get just as much mascara on your face as you do on your eyelashes.

Now let's talk about the mascara itself. It does not open your eyes. It does not remarkably separate. It does not multiply your lashes.

I give the Lancome Oscillation mascara a big thumbs down. Save your $34 for eight Starbucks grande lattes.