What do you expect from your go-to mascara? Length, volume, and definition will most likely feature at the top of the list and there are plenty of high-impact mascaras for the job. But spare a thought for clear mascaras, too. Before you ask, these less touted about hybrid must-haves are a multitasker's dream: the right one can act as a brow gel, mascara primer, hair gel and even a natural-looking lash definer all in one, it can also feature ingredients that will strengthen and nourish.
It's biggest lure is perhaps how well it supports the clean girl aesthetic, that being, the no make-up make-up look that lends itself an ultra glossy, polished and groomed style. Perfect if off-duty model is your MO.
While there's a lot to love about traditional pigmented mascaras, like waterproof mascaras and high street cult classics, even Molly Mae has weighed in her reservations. Taking to Instagram, she recently posted on her grid saying, 'no mascara for the win' followed by a Story which read, 'anyone else love wearing no mascara?' Her reasoning? 'Sometimes I feel like it makes me look tired.'
Her words ring true to us on Grazia's Beauty Desk. As much as I personally love mascara for a bold, dramatic look, 90% of the time you'll find me sans mascara. Day-to-day, I love a fresh look and the feeling of being able to rub my eyes if i wanted without the threat of giving myself a panda eye. This is where clear mascara really shines. It enables me to create a subtly defined look minus the fallout or smudging that often comes hand in hand with traditional formulas. Keen to try? Take your pic of one of our tried and tested clear mascara heros.
The Best Clear Mascaras To Buy: Our Shortlist
Best multitasker: Physicians Formula Diamond Mascara Clear Diamond
Best budget buy: e.l.f Cosmetcis Clear Brow & Lash Mascara
Best treatment: Perricone MD No Makeup Mascara
Best luxe forumla: Chanel La Base Mascara
Shop: The Best Clear Mascaras
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This 5-in-1 will prime, condition, groom, tame and, holds brows, lashes and any other hair in need of moulding. A cocktail of peptides, mineral water and vitamin E will nourish, revive and strengthen, too.
www.elfcosmetics.co.uk
This long-lasting formula creates a healthy, defined look with a few quick swipes. Not bad for £3 a pop.
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Made for those who love the no make-up make-up look, Perricone's offering promises lifted, longer, thicker lashes all while improving the natural appearance of lashes over time.
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Featuring a meadowfoam oil derivative to repair and strengthen, this mascara adds volume and shine, and can even intensify the look of any coloured mascara you wear on top, if you so choose.
Neiman Marcus
An aloe vera infused clear mascara that will create your cleanest wet look yet.