REVIEW: Smashbox Lights Without Lashes Mascara Collection!

Smashbox have just launched their Lashes Without Limits collection, consisting of 4 fantastic mascaras (1 Lash Primer & 2 Mascaras).  I'm very excited to review all 4 of them for you today with before and after pictures so you can see just how good they are!

They created this range of products on set in their legendary Smashbox Studios in LA specifically for versatility on shoots - if they wanted to change a 'lash look' on a beauty shoot, it would normally mean having to remove the whole eye look and starting again to avoid clumps and smudges etc.  This range is ALL about layering; you can build up each of these mascaras for amazing volume and length without any clumping, flakes or smudges thanks to their amazing formulas and brushes.  Let's get straight into the reviews!

This mascara is all about big, buildable volume!  I love its brush which is made with three rows of bristles which really help to isolate and coat each individual lash for lots of definition without clumping.  The formula also contains 'Tripod fibres' which twist and wrap around each lash to double the volume.  

After one coat my lashes are lengthened and striking. They are even more stunning after extra coats!

I also want to shout about how much I ADORE the packaging of this mascara - it's so unique, I haven't seen anything quite like it!

This brush has been created to add separation to the lashes (with it's micro spiral tip making it super easy to reach into those pesky inner corners so you can coat every lash) which ends in definition and length.  It also includes fibres, which cling to the lashes and stretch as you apply the formula, but without any smudging, flaking or clumps.  The packaging is also fantastic - super sleek with a textured lid, which means you get a firm grip whilst applying.

I normally avoid mascaras with really fat brushes as to me they just scream clumping, spider lashes and smudges but this is quite the opposite and just works to make my lashes look super long and glossy with a really black finish.  The brush is surprisingly easy to control and the fact it has a tapered end means reaching small lashes is really easy!

I love a good multitasking product, so this has become a new staple in my makeup routine to really emphasize my lashes!  Apply this primer to your lashes before your mascara for bigger, more lengthened and volumised, striking lashes.  The formula helps to make any mascara last longer and also conditions the lashes to help prevent flaking and smudging.  

In the pictures below I've used it before applying the Full Exposure Mascara and I think you'll agree they look even more incredible with this added step.  I also love how you can also use this mascara throughout the day to touch up and amp up your look!

All of these mascaras are available from 18th February online at smashbox.co.uk and on Smashbox counters!

I really hope you've found this blogpost helpful and that it's helped you to find your next ideal mascara!  It's so important to get the lashes right (in my opinion) as your eyes are always the first features others see and so you want to make an impression!

I've also filmed a Mascara look book featuring these products over on my YouTube channel so if you would like to see more before and afters then click this link!

Smashbox say:

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