I am going to start this by being very honest about my bank account: I usually refuse to pay thirty dollars for a single mascara. It feels like a personal betrayal to spend that much on something I have to throw away in three months. But when I saw the Too Faced Lashes Ever After set sitting there—two full-sized tubes for thirty-nine dollars—my inner mathematician took over. That is basically nineteen dollars a tube. We are officially in drugstore price territory for a high-end legend, and I am here for the loophole.
The Hourglass and the Heavy Pink Tube
There is something undeniably satisfying about the weight of a Better Than Sex tube. It does not feel like flimsy plastic; it feels like a piece of equipment. When I unscrewed the cap, I was greeted by that famous hourglass-shaped brush. If you are used to those tiny, spikey plastic wands that feel like they are poking your eyeballs, this is the polar opposite. The bristles are thick, traditional, and—dare I say—a bit intimidating at first glance. The formula itself in Deepest Black is what I would call "perfectly seasoned." It is not one of those super wet, messy formulas that gets all over your eyelids the second you blink. It is a bit tackier, which means it actually grips the lashes and stays where you put it. Finally, a wand that does not act like it has a mind of its own.
The Rainy Coffee Date Test
I decided to put this mascara through the wringer on a Tuesday that involved a light drizzly commute and a very caffeinated catch-up session with a friend. I did two coats: one for "I am awake" and a second for "I am a drama queen." I did not even use a curler because I wanted to see if the film-forming polymers actually did the heavy lifting they promised. By the time I got home six hours later, after walking through the mist and laughing hard enough to leak a few tears, I went straight to the mirror expecting the worst. Surprisingly, the curl was still there. It was like my lashes had their own structural integrity.
- Pigment Payoff: Intense. It is a true, dark black that makes your eyes pop even without eyeliner.
- Wear Time: Lasted a full eight-hour day with zero flaking on my cheeks.
- Volume: This is where it shines. It makes my thin lashes look like they actually have some density.
- Clump Factor: Minimal, as long as you wiggle the wand at the base like the directions suggest.
The Final Verdict
At the end of the day, this set is a massive win for anyone who wants high-end results without the single-bottle sticker shock. It gives that fluffy, voluminous look that looks like you might have some very natural extensions, but without the glue or the maintenance. It is not waterproof, so do not go swimming in it, but for every day, it is a absolute staple. Plus, having a backup tube already in the drawer means I do not have to do that "scraping the sides of the bottle" dance for at least another six months.
Who Should Buy This:
- The Volume Seekers: If you want thick, plush lashes rather than just "long and skinny" ones.
- Value Hunters: Anyone who loves Too Faced but hates the thirty-dollar individual price tag.
- Traditional Brush Fans: If you hate plastic wands, this soft bristle brush will be your new best friend.
Who Should Skip This:
- The "Wet Look" Lovers: If you prefer a very thin, liquidy mascara, this thicker formula might feel too heavy.
- Bottom Lash Only People: It is a big brush, so it can be a little clunky for those tiny lower lashes if you do not have a steady hand.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Lauren