You know that pink and green tube. It's been around forever. Lots of women still buy it because it's cheap and you can get it anywhere. But when we tested it, we found out it's really made for younger women.

The formula is pretty wet, so if you're not super careful when you put it on, your lashes stick together in clumps.
We did appreciate that it's easy to find in any drugstore and the price is very reasonable. For women who want a simple, no-fuss mascara and don't need much volume, this could work.

This drugstore favorite promises dramatic volume, and it does deliver on that front. The thick brush loads up with product and can create impressive fullness. However, our mature testers found it a bit too heavy and dramatic for everyday wear.

This mascara is really thick. You can easily put on too much and get clumps. Some of our testers said their lashes felt weighed down all day. It does make your lashes look bigger, but not in a natural way like other mascaras we tried.

Removal requires a good makeup remover, and some testers found it took quite a bit of rubbing to get everything off completely.

Clinique says this mascara is for sensitive eyes, so we had to try it. It really is gentle - nobody on our team had any problems with it. No fragrance either, and it's been tested by eye doctors.

It makes your lashes a bit longer and adds some volume, but nothing dramatic. We did like how it looked though. It doesn't give you that obvious fake mascara look that can be too much on older women.

For a department store mascara, the price isn't terrible. Clinique usually makes gentle stuff. But if your lashes are really thin and you need major volume, this probably won't do much for you.

Lancôme makes good mascaras, and this one separates your lashes really well. The brush grabs each lash, which helps if yours are thin or patchy.

Our testers liked that it didn't make their lashes stick together. It gives you a clean look that works for the office or when you want your makeup to look neat but not overdone

However, at $32, we expected more volume than this mascara delivers. It's excellent for definition but doesn't add much fullness to thin lashes. The staying power is good, though removal requires a dedicated eye makeup remover.

This drugstore option promises volume, and it does deliver more fullness than basic mascaras. The large brush can pick up a lot of product, which helps build volume quickly. Several of our testers liked the immediate impact it created.

However, the formula can be inconsistent. Some tubes seem wetter than others, leading to clumping and messiness. The large brush can also be difficult to control, especially around the lower lashes or in the inner corners.

For the price, it's not a bad option, but it requires more skill to apply well than some other mascaras we tested. Younger hands might manage better than those dealing with arthritis or shaky hands.

This high-end mascara promises to make lashes look multiplied, and it does create impressive fullness. The formula is rich and builds well, allowing you to create either subtle or dramatic looks depending on how many coats you apply.

Our testers appreciated the luxurious feel of this mascara and the beautiful packaging. It definitely creates more volume than most drugstore options. The staying power is excellent, lasting all day without flaking.

However, at $32, this is a significant investment. While the results are good, several testers felt they could get similar results from less expensive options. The removal also requires a good makeup remover and some effort.

Neutrogena markets this as a healthy option for lashes, and the gentle formula lives up to that promise. Our testers with very sensitive eyes had no problems with irritation. The mascara also contains conditioning ingredients that are supposed to improve lash health over time.

The volume it provides is modest but natural-looking. For women who want just a hint of enhancement without obvious makeup, this works well. It's also easy to remove with gentle cleansers.

However, if you have very sparse or short lashes, this mascara won't provide enough impact. It's more of a "your lashes but better" product than a dramatic enhancer.

This mascara promises to multiply the look of your lashes, and it does create decent volume and length. The brush has an interesting fiber design that's supposed to grab and coat every lash.

Our testers found that it worked reasonably well for building volume, though it took some practice to avoid clumping. The formula is on the wetter side, which means you need to be careful with application and allow time for drying between coats.

For the price, it's adequate, but it doesn't stand out among the many drugstore options available. Some testers experienced slight flaking by the end of the day.

Tarte claims this mascara lengthens, volumizes, curls, and conditions lashes all in one product. It's a nice idea, and the mascara does perform reasonably well across these categories. The formula feels lighter than some volumizing mascaras while still providing good coverage.

Our testers liked that it didn't feel heavy or sticky on their lashes. The brush is a good size for most eyes and does a decent job of separating while building volume. The staying power is good without being difficult to remove.

However, at $23, we expected more dramatic results. While it does everything adequately, it doesn't excel in any particular area. For mature women who need significant volume boost, this might not provide enough impact.