Hello again,
Although this mascara is an old favourite, for some reason I stopped using it a while ago so I could try some new mascaras. I recently came back to it as I ended up getting two for Christmas – it must’ve been a sign…
This is a really good alternative if you’re looking for something that’s better than standard drugstore mascaras but not out of budget, like the luxury brand mascaras. It’s a nice in-betweener and it’s definitely worth the money.
You can’t really tell from the photo because the difference is really subtle but the actual mascara brush has more strands on one side. One side has fewer thick strands and the other has more thin strands. So, one side better for separation and the other side better for volume. I start by using the side with less strands on as it applies the product more evenly. However, using just this side makes my eyelashes really thick so I always use the fluffier side to separate them.
I find that mascaras are usually either volumising but clumpy or volumising but not lengthening so this is the perfect in-between for me. Whilst it gives my eyelashes a lot of volume, it does it without making them clump together. It also adds a great amount of length. I sometimes find that some mascaras can make my eyelashes look too long and false, because I have quite long lashes anyway.
I will suggest using an eyelash curler and then a primer with any mascara. I find it stops my eyelashes from clumping and separates my eyelashes evenly before I’ve even put any mascara on. This mascara works really well with my NYX Big and Loud Primer, which I featured on my blog not too long ago.
I’ve used a lot of mascaras in the same price range as this one but there hasn’t been one that volumises and lengthens as well as this one without going over the top. I usually end up using a combination of two or three mascaras to get my eyelashes how I want them and it honestly takes me forever. However, when I use this one, it literally takes five minutes.
You can find the mascara in Boots for £10.50 if you wanted to try it. They also still stock the original version, the Thick and Fast Mascara, if you wanted to try that one first. There’s a lot of difference between the new and old ones but they both work really well. If you wanted to try both of them, Boots are also doing an offer on Soap and Glory products so you can buy one product and get another one for half the price…
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Amazing review! This mascara sounds awesome.. I always struggle to find mascara’s that don’t clump and your lashes look amazing! 😍💕
Thank you! I know I have to go through so many mascaras before I’ll find one I really really love x
Honestly mascara is such a staple for me in my makeup routine! It would probably be something I needed to have every time even if I wasn’t wearing some other item. Always a must! So this review was great! My favorite rn is the Legendary Lashes by Charlotte Tilbury. Absolutely perfect!
I’d love to try the Charlotte Tilbury one! I’ve heard great things about her products. Mascara is probably my favourite part of makeup haha x
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This mascara was always an old favourite of mine and just like you I stopped using it. I’m actually on the hunt to change up my mascaras so you’ve inspired me to give the new one of this a go!
You definitely should! I like it so much more than the original 🙂
That’s great! It took me 5+ years to find mascara other than Maybelline that I liked. Lol
Eyelash primer. I had no idea that existed until now!
It changed my makeup completely when I started using it!
I’ve never seen this mascara before but it looks great, I think I might invest in one of these! Lovely pictures by the way, I really like your set up with the candles and pots, looks lush!x
Thank you so much! X
I may have to try the new one I could not get on with the old version it irritated my eyes and the brush was horrible with my eyelashes I felt I had to really work it into my eyelashes 😦 but your review has convinced me to give it another go!! Xx
The new one is so much better than the old one! It’s because the brush is smaller in my opinion 🙂 xx
Great review and the mascara sounds so amazing! I will have to take a further look into this and possibly buy.
Definitely check it out 🙂
This looks like a great mascara. The lashes in the picture look long and full, not clumped-up with mascara.
It really is! Thank you 🙂
The older you get, the more important mascara becomes! Love the pictures of how this mascara looks.
Mascaras are confusing. I finally figured that most are the same, they just change the shape of the brush, but there are a few that are the exception and work well. Looks like you found one.
That’s so true! I can get the look I like from most mascaras with a bit of effort, or at the very least I can use a combo of 2 or 3 haha x
Finding a mascara you really love to use and works great well don’t change. Keep what works.
Exactly!
I love the brand soap and glory but haven’t used any of their products for a while. I think I might have even tried the original mascara a few years back. Would love to give this one a try.
Love the mascara! I’m always looking for a good one to accent my eyes more.
Awesome review! I can’t wait to try this mascara. Your lashes look great!
What a great review! The mascara looks amazing on you! Good to know for when I need a refill on mascara! Xx Doran @HauteBeautyGuide
I am in desperate need of a new mascara and this looks fabulous. It is now on my shopping list
I can’t believe I never heard of this brand until I read your post! I couldn’t live without my mascara and am always looking for great new ones to add to my collection! So excited to try this one.
I love trying out new mascaras. This one looks great. I’ll have to take a look for it next time I am out shopping.
Mascara is the one thing I am sure to always have even when I am not much of a make up gal. I would love to give this one a try!
Mascara’s my essential too!
Can’t wait to try it!!
Thanks for this great review. I’m makeup challenged so it was night to hear of a mascara that doesn’t leave a clumpy mess! I’m adding it to my list this week.
I hate mascaras that clump!
I love soap & glory products but their mascaras always seem so HUGE?! Would you say the wand on this is larger than normal wands? I remember when I got one from them not that long ago and I literally poked my eye out every single time I applied it. Or maybe I have small eyes haha! It looks so lovely on your lashes tho! x
I know what you mean haha! It feels to use a different mascara after using S&G. it takes a while to get used to – thank you! x
I’ve never heard of this brand but I need to look for them now! I’m always looking for a new GREAT mascera!
Their skincare is amazing too! Definitely have a look 🙂 x
Wow, those make your eyes look even more amazing! I love that look! Will have to try this brand.
Thank you! Their skincare is amazing too x
omg this mascara looks like it does wonders! I need to check it out and get one for myself too 🙂 xo, sharon
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Wow, this mascara really works well. I love how dark and long your lashes look after you applied it.
Great review, will be buying this soon sounds amazing 💕
I’ve always wanted to try this mascara but didn’t really think much of it! Great review, will def purchase it and try it thank you!
What a great collection, though I feel Whirl would look best with my skin tone.