Happy Friday. We’ve got a game-changing mascara for you. Plus:
Mascaras tend to leave newsletters editor Brittney Ho’s short, downward-pointing lashes looking droopy and clumpy, transferring almost immediately to her under-eyes for an unfortunate Jimothy-esque look. Until this lightweight mascara entered the picture. From the very first swipe, the rich, smudge-resistant formula darkened every lash without weighing them down. “All of a sudden, my lashes were curling and perfectly wispy,” she says. “I texted everyone I know, singing its praises.” A $14 mascara for no-makeup makeup days→ We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more ›
Another thing Brittney swears by to achieve perfectly fanned-out lashes? This very good eyelash curler. She’s used Wirecutter’s top pick for years because it grabs and gently presses every last lash — even the teeny ones in the inner corner — for noticeable definition and lift. And it works for nearly all eye shapes→
In our tests, these undies earned rave reviews for their silky-soft material and excellent fit — and received zero complaints of rolling or pinching. “They’re no-frills,” says style editor Jennifer Hunter, “but I think they’re chic.” A three-pack is on sale today→
Mascara expires faster than you might think. Every time you use the wand, it picks up bacteria from your lashes and seals it in a dark, moist tube to grow. Our beauty expert recommends replacing your mascara three months after it’s been opened. When to replace the rest of your makeup→
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