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“Blue mascara is having a moment right now,” says celebrity makeup artist Tasha Brown, who works with Yara Shahidi and Logan Browning. “It's always been a go-to trick of mine to use it near the root of the lash for an expected subtle color that draws attention to the eyes.”
Don’t fret if you think you can’t pull it off—there is a shade of blue mascara that can work for everyone; you just have to know your shade. Bring a bit of blue to your everyday routine and check out the 11 best blue mascaras on the market, ahead.
For Light Eyes
“For brighter pops lighter eyes and blondes may find pastel shades add an interesting touch,” Brown says. Instead of opting for a deep blue that might be harsh, go for an aqua or baby blue.
Sephora Collection V for V.O.L.U.M.E. Mascara For Light Eyes
Sephora Collection V for V.O.L.U.M.E. Mascara For Light Eyes
Benefit Cosmetics Theyre Real! Lengthening & Volumizing Mascara For Light Eyes
Benefit Cosmetics Theyre Real! Lengthening & Volumizing Mascara For Light Eyes
NARS Audacious Black Moon Mascara For Light Eyes
NARS Audacious Black Moon Mascara For Light Eyes
YSL Mascara Vinyl Couture For Light Eyes
For Dark Eyes
“Brunettes and brown eyes will get a lovely jolt from deeper cobalts," says Brown. Look for rich pigments that make dark irises pop.
L'Oréal Voluminous Original Mascara Cobalt Blue For Dark Eyes
L'Oréal Voluminous Original Mascara Cobalt Blue For Dark Eyes
Sephora Collection Volume On Mascara For Dark Eyes
Sephora Collection Volume On Mascara For Dark Eyes
YSL The Shock Volumizing Mascara For Dark Eyes
YSL The Shock Volumizing Mascara For Dark Eyes
Chanel Le Volume de Chanel Mascara For Dark Eyes
Chanel Le Volume de Chanel Mascara For Dark Eyes
For All
"Smokey blues work for all," explains Brown. It goes well with light eyes and dark eyes because of it's close to black, subtle effect.
Diorshow Lash-Extension Effect Volume Mascara For All
Diorshow Lash-Extension Effect Volume Mascara For All
NYX Professional Makeup Worth The Hype Colored Mascara For All
NYX Professional Makeup Worth The Hype Colored Mascara For All
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