I’m proud of all the years I’ve spent on this Earth, and I’ve earned every single line on my face. But with the years comes new challenges, and unique needs that not all makeup brands cater to.
Many mascaras are designed for younger eyes and can feel harsh on mature lashes and skin. My lashes have gotten thinner with age, so I definitely want something that won’t cause further damage, but I also won’t stand for the dreaded raccoon eye. 🦝
I’ve narrowed down the multitude of clean mascaras to three top choices: Honest Beauty Extreme Length Mascara + Lash Primer, Prime Prometics Primelash Mascara, and Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara.
Here’s how they line up:
If you’re looking for a mascara made with mature eyes in mind… PrimeLash
Priced at just $28, Prime Prometics takes the cake in this category. They’ve taken every detail into account when it comes to my maturing lashes’ unique needs.
It has a Magic Wand that grips every last lash, ensuring you get the most out of lashes that might be thinner than they once were. It’s full of premium ingredients that heal the lashes rather than harm them, helping them grow as thick and long as can be.
A mascara that makes my lashes better with time? Sign me up! While Thrive and Honest Beauty have beautiful formulas, neither are made specifically with mature eyes in mind.
If you’re looking for a mascara that doesn’t flake… PrimeLash
PrimeLash did an amazing job at lifting my lashes with zero clumping or flaking and stayed in place all day. The best part? It was as easy to remove at the end of the day as it was to apply at the beginning. 💅
While Thrive mascara delivered on the length front, I found it to be clumpier and flaky as the day wore on. I also had to spend more time working the product through to get it to look right.
Honest Mascara gave me raccoon eyes by the middle of the day. Immediately no.
If you’re looking for a Vegan formula… Tie
When it comes to ethical and clean beauty, all of these brands truly go the extra mile. Every brand has slightly different standards of ingredients, but they all share a vegan and cruelty-free philosophy.
In addition, I appreciate that PrimeLash is hypoallergenic and pH balanced, two features that really help my sensitive eyes.
Thrive and Honest Beauty both have their own long list of ingredients they leave out, so it’s all about personal preference there.
If you’re looking for the best wand… PrimeLash
PrimeLash’s wand is pure magic. 🪄 The Magic Wand grips every lash and fans them out evenly, increasing the length by 2x for a feathery, full-looking lash. I just love how natural and luscious my lashes look with this product—no clumping or flaking in sight.
Honest Beauty adds an extra step (and more time) with their primer and mascara in one, but I personally prefer using one product that has the beneficial primer built in.
Thrive’s mascara wand is pretty good and made of silicone, but it’s a bit on the smaller side, so I had to work really hard to achieve even results without clumping.
Ultimate Winner… Prime Prometics PrimeLash
As someone who has tried countless mascaras and understands the unique needs of mature eyes, I confidently proclaim Prime Prometics PrimeLash Mascara as my ultimate favorite!
With its thoughtful design and focus on lash health, it surpassed both Honest Beauty and Thrive Causemetics in providing a truly exceptional clean beauty experience for me.
