If there’s something beauty-loving folks are passionate about, it’s mascara. Whether you’re looking for volume, length, both or a flash of color, choosing a mascara is a deeply personal choice. The internet does appear to be in agreement about one under-the-radar mascara, though, with more than one reviewer calling it “the best mascara I’ve ever used!” It’s the Wander Beauty Mile High Club mascara, and everyone from Redditors to reviewers are singing its praises.
Available in a black or brown shade, this mascara does it all. It’s designed to lengthen lashes to dramatic new heights without clumping, fallout, or harming fragile lashes. It’s infused with castor oil, which some may find helps with growth and overall lash health, along with peach leaf extract and trehalose, which work to condition, hydrate and strengthen weak, brittle lashes.
Shoppers say it has a unique wand that is slightly smaller than traditional options, making it easy to apply the mascara precisely without making a mess. It also has a squeezable tube, so you can control how much product is deposited onto the brush bristles. People also say that it’s great for those who have thin, fine and short lashes. “Perfect applicator for fine lashes. Extends but not overly thick,” one shared.
The water-resistant and smudge-proof formula is vetted by people who are sweat-prone and cry a lot, with one person saying, “I work a 12-hour shift in a hospital wearing masks and goggles at times, and this mascara holds up better than any of the other ones I’ve used.” As if that weren’t enough, pretty much everyone who has tried it says it doesn’t get clumpy.
It’s also formulated for sensitive eyes that are prone to irritation, and folks who have tried every mascara with the same claim, say there’s nothing quite like it. Even if it’s more expensive than you’d normally splurge on, you will want to give it a try. “It’s the ultimate mascara and an investment that’s really worth it,” said shopper Elise. One person even went so far as to say, “This mascara changed my life!!”
The rave reviews are endless. Take a look at what others have to say and then pick up a tube for yourself.
Promising Amazon reviews:
“I am a 70 yr old woman with sensitive eyes / allergy eyes and I have tried every mascara on the market that says it is [hypoallergenic], made for sensitive eyes and many top brands and always a few minutes after using them eyes will burn or turn blood sucking red so when my sister said to try what she uses I was a little reluctant to say the least but I bought it with no expectations other than the same result! I was WRONG - this mascara is AWESOME I put it on and I have had no reaction whatsoever it is gentle doesn’t clump and is light and makes your eyelashes look wonderful! I even love the type of tube because you can manipulate it and get all of it without the brush getting clumpy - Finally I have found a wonderful mascara that I can actual wear!!! Thank you !!!” — Amazon customer
“Loving this and it applies so well, and you do not get a clumpy Look whatsoever it is beautiful! I use one coat for every day for a very natural look. And then two coats, when I want to have it a little more dramatic. The thin brush also gives you a lot of control.” — hrmny4me
“Does not run or smear. Lasts through 14-16 hour days, even sweating. Comes off in little pieces with just water. Does not leave a residue like water proof mascaras can. The tube lasts a really long time without the product changing consistency. Not the most fluffy or dramatic look, more defined and lengthening. HG [holy grail] product for me.” — SRBlizzard
“Does not clump, build able, brush refills inside an oblong shaped tube well, DOESN’T DRY OUT OR IRRITATE MY SENSITIVE EYES. Well worth it’s cost and is lasting very well.” — Pamela G.
“My favorite, absolute favorite mascara.” — Rebecca Hancock
“This mascara the MVP. I tend to touch my eyes a lot, I bike all over, and go out at night wearing this once applied mascara and it does not smudge or give me raccoon eyes. Don’t even get me started on how well it comes off! I mean with all of my activity and it doesn’t come off, but at night when I need it to come off, just a bit of warm water and my microfiber cloth, gone. Don’t even get me started on the shape and style of the product. You get all of the product because you can squeeze it up! Genius. My only negatives are at the tail end of the product in the tool. I can tell when I am at the end when it’s a bit drier and goes on a bit rougher. If that makes sense. But when end of life product isn’t like that!! Love.” — Jennifer Mack
“I have tried so many different mascaras over the years and this one is the BEST! It’s so good I make sure to always have two tubes on hand — I never want to run out! I have thin lashes and it really does an amazing job extending them and giving them volume.” — LibbyHS
“I love this mascara. It stays on my lashes and I never get that smudge u day my eye throughout the day . It washes of so easily too . I just rub my lashes with soap and water between my fingers and the product washes away . Best product ! Also if you have sensitive eyes , it is never irritating!” — Elaine Etheridge
“Not a review writer- but WOW this stuff is the best, I was in a pinch and needed mascara so the reviews and thought I would give it a try. Instant coverage - not lumpy at all, easy to apply and I super love the packaging- you can squeeze the tube for light coverage or no squeeze for bold coverage.” — Savy Buyer
Get your fluttery eyelashes mascara-ready with these popular lash primers from previous HuffPost coverage.
A primer version of the viral Princess Lash by Essence
The original Essence Princess Lash mascara is a viral drugstore favorite, appreciated for its low price and ability to add wispy, eye-catching length to lashes, without any clumping or weighing down. It's even been recommended to us by experts in past reporting. Now, you can get even more exaggerated volume and length with the primer version of the Princess Lash formula, boasting the same conically shaped and soft elastomer brush that separates and coats each lash beautifully. This formula is boosted with conditioning powers for soft, healthy lashes.
An affordable conditioning primer, also by Essence
Also by Essence is the Volume Booster lash primer, meant to add noticeable volume to lashes and to "create a moisturizing shield around each lash so your mascara clings to the formula, leaving your lashes beneath protected from damage," according to the brand. This $5 primer is infused with acai oil and mango butter to hydrate, nourish and condition lashes.
A lash primer and serum that's "the best on the market," according to a makeup artist
Experts have previously named this luxury pre-mascara product as one of the best primers and for good reason. It's designed to prepare your lashes for mascara by adding volume and curl and, with consistent use, claims to improve their overall appearance. It contains cotton nectar for softness and cornflower floral water for bringing out the shine and color of your lashes.