Maybelline • Volum' Express Turbo Boost Waterproof • Mascara

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Freckle3 on 3/11/2004 9:35:00 PM more reviews by Freckle3

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Black   Eyes: Other    

Like everyone else, I had high hopes for this improved version. I completely agree with what the previous posters say. Ignore this product and stick with the original. It really isn't any better. Its consistency is very thin and it shows on lashes. You might get an effect from applying more than you usually would. Other than that, its not worth the money. Will not be repurchasing.

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cinann4 on 3/4/2004 12:54:00 PM more reviews by cinann4

Age: 30-35   Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Cool   Hair: Brown, Wavy, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

I should have known better than try another Maybelline mascara--I always end up being disappointed. This formula is no different from the originial Volum Express. It clumps easily and has a stiff feel on my lashes. Plus, it didn't wash away easily--I lost quite a few lashes trying to get it off. Definitely not something I will buy again.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Flinta3 on 3/2/2004 10:16:00 PM more reviews by Flinta3

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

I love the original Volum' Express, and have always been repurchasing it, this one however isn't greater or anything, it's still a good mascara, but it's not a boost from the older formula. I think the other one made then fuller and thicker, how funny....The real funny thing about mascaras is that you either keep buying differentones and they all suck, for unknown reasons, or you find one that is great, but then forget about it, and keep experimenting.

I have to stick to the regular Volum Express, what aint borken........

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ineedadvice on 3/2/2004 10:03:00 PM more reviews by ineedadvice

Age: 36-43   Skin: Oily   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

OH well, had high hopes for this one,with a name like "turbo Boost" imagine what went through my mind..eyelashes out to the sky..not a chance. All this stuff does is thicken and the one good thing I will say is the clumping is minimal. But lengthening..4 get it girls...yuk and double yuk. I have thin blonde non-existant eyelashes and it does barely nothing for them, stick to the best in the biz, Mac fiber rich..

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*TOP REVIEWER* FudgesFrog on 3/2/2004 9:03:00 PM more reviews by FudgesFrog

Age: 19-24   Skin: Oily, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

I have to agree with Risa below. I have extremely blonde (invisible) lashes. I wanted a dramatic look and this mascara does the job. I get thick, black, sooty lashes that don't smudge (a common problem for me). Personally, I like this formula better than the original VE.

I got mine for $3 at Wal-Mart :-)

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*TOP REVIEWER* Risa01 on 3/1/2004 8:20:00 PM more reviews by Risa01

Age: 30-35   Skin: Oily   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

This just might be my HG mascara. I have tried soooo many mascaras..from YSL and Chanel to Cover Girl. You name it, I have probably tried it. I finally learned that waterproof versions work much better for me especially when it comes to holding curl.
I have very thin, blonde, short lashes that *need* mascara. I use my Shu curler, apply two coats of this and voila! I look like I have fake lashes on. Perfectly curled, pith black, full and LONG. I have not had any flaking or smearing, and the color stays black all day. I am just so thrilled with this product, and I have never been a fan of Maybelline mascaras in the past.

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Teela5 on 2/29/2004 12:54:00 AM more reviews by Teela5

Age: 44-55   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Hazel    

Since I swear that Maybelline has changed the formula of the original Volum Express, I could hardly wait to try this. This formula is a lot drier than the other Volum Express, which meant flaking and as far as building the lashes, I agree with the other girl here...the other formula works better. I wonder if this cold winter is doing something to the mascara's while it is being transported because NOTHING works anymore like it used too. I know when I sold Avon, my hand creams would actually come frozen in the cold winters then after they warmed up they would be okay, but if this happens to mascara, that may be a different story...have to wonder.

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Zach on 2/28/2004 5:08:00 PM more reviews by Zach

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Brown    

Well, I have tried to bring myself to like this new version, but I like the original better. I have a feeling that they are going to cancel the original version. This new formula is a 'gel-like' formula and it doesn't agree with my lashes. It's also a little more wet than the original so when I put it on it makes me look like I have 5 eyelashes. Overall, I just don't like it.

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*TOP REVIEWER* ayce on 2/25/2004 5:55:00 AM more reviews by ayce

Age: 19-24   Skin: Very Dry, Tan, Warm   Hair: Brown, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I had such high hopes for this mascara. I wanted it to thicken yet look natural. After two coats I noticed that it coated *every* lash.. it also looked quite natural. However, it didn't look lush at all. The formula wrapped around the lashes & thickend it - a tad bit. I didn't see anything dramatic. IMO its more of a wetter version of Full&Soft but f&s lengthens better. I think i'll stick to F&S.. maybe apply this over it to get some use out of it.

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*TOP REVIEWER* cjenn on 2/22/2004 10:58:00 PM more reviews by cjenn

Age: 36-43   Skin: Normal   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Hazel    

Just bought this. This only comes in Very Black so far, which I usually save for nights out for a more dramatic look; wish they made it in black-brown. Once on, this makes me look like I'm wearing fake eyelashes for an eye popping look that is reminiscent of the '60s a la Twiggy. Makes my eyes look soooo huge and vampy. However, I don't really see an appreciable difference between this and the regular Volum Express Waterproof or regular formulas, they all perform pretty much equally as far as adding that extra ooomph to your eyes!!!!!

Update: I hate this stuff! It is way too wet and makes my lashes look really stuck together and unnatural. They just look stiff and dried out. I know I raved about this before, but I have decided, with more use, that I don't like the effects. Will stick with my trusty Full n' Soft and Voluminous.

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*TOP REVIEWER* melzie_fire on 2/22/2004 12:16:00 AM more reviews by melzie_fire

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

This is a nice mascara. Gives nice "oomph" to my lashes. I have to put about 2-3 coats to get the desired effect .. then again, I do that with pretty much all my mascaras cuz I love the drama lash! :) This is a nice mascara from Maybelline ...unlike Great Lash, but that's another story ...

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*TOP REVIEWER* Dani on 2/17/2004 1:56:00 PM more reviews by Dani

Age: Unknown   Skin: Very Dry   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

This is the newest mascara from Maybeline that promises even more thickening power than the original Volum Express.

I have short, skimpy lashes, and I am so in love with this mascara. It gives me really long, thick, feathery-looking lashes with just 2 coats. As much as it thickens, it doesn't clump. The formula is not too dry, not too wet. So the look is lots of lashes, not lots of mascara on the lashes.

I can't speak to how well this mascara wears because I top it w/ Revlon Overtime Lash Tint, which makes everything wears like iron.

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