Hi, I have blonde, short and straight lashes: (Here I am with and without mascara [link ](https://imgur.com/a/ZFOS9T9)) My lashes, when curled manually, usually only hold the curl if I use waterproof mascara, but I’m always looking for something better. L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Waterproof Mascara works, but it has recently started to irritate my eyes (and makes my nose run? !!). I have tried so many mascaras, but most seem to weigh down my lashes no matter what I do. Does anyone have any recommendations? Ideally, less than $ 20 for the tube?
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Essence lash princess false lash effect (make sure it’s the black & GREEN tube) it is AMAZING & better than any of the $20+ mascaras I’ve splurged on. It’s $4.99
& the maybelline lash sensational sky high mascara is really good at curling & lengthening the lashes
Cover Girl mascara wands are firm yet flimsy, and really hold a shape in my opinion!
Heroine make long and curl super waterproof mascara. It’s a really long name and you’ll likely have to order online but it’s good. Also the rocket waterproof by maybelline is good if you like spidery lashes