Showing posts with label mascara. Show all posts
Showing posts with label mascara. Show all posts

Saturday, July 30, 2011

Benefit BadGal vs. They're Real

So if you already have Benefit's BadGal mascara you may be wondering if you need or should switch to their new mascara, They're Real. It comes down to what you want your mascara to do. Benefit's BadGal has always given me a soft, natural lash look. As a volumizing mascara, it never really gave my lashes dramatic length like They're Real will. Check out my full review of They're Real here.



♥BadGal Lash                                                          
Nylon Brush
Volume Mascara
Matte Finish
Available in 4 colors (black, brown, plum, blue) & a waterproof formula
Longer, fatter brush
Longer handle


♥They're Real
Plastic-like Brush
Lengthening Mascara
Glossy Finish
Available only in Jet-Black
Brush has Combo Short/Long Bristles



 Brush Comparison
Top: BadGal Lash
Bottom: They're Real

BadGal has a longer brush handle


Where to Buy: www.BenefitCosmetics.com, Sephora, Ulta
Cost: They're Real $22; BadGal $19. Both 8.5 g net wt 0.3 oz.

Monday, July 25, 2011

Review: Benefit 'They're Real' Mascara

I've never really been into "high-end mascaras." I usually stick to drugstore mascaras which in my opinion achieves comparable (in most cases) results for half the price. However, BadGal Lash came in a Benefit set I received last Christmas and when I finally got around to trying it, it changed my mind about high-end mascaras.


Because of my Benefit BadGal Lash love, I've been excited about the "They're Real" mascara launch since I first heard about it weeks ago. A mascara that claims dramatic length and volume, base-to-tip curl, visible lift, and long-wearing results? Yes, please!


This mascara is definitely an amazing lengthening mascara. I wouldn't say it gives you extreme length like some false lashes do, however, it looks like a realistic (They're Real!) version. Although, this also depends on how long your lashes are to begin with.  I did notice volume and curl, however, it wasn't as dramatic. To get curl & separate, Benefits suggests turning the mascara vertically and stroking upwards.


I found that with two coats of this black mascara, my lashes started to clump. However, I always use just one coat of any mascara because I don't like how the mascara looks with two coats. So what might be considered clumpy to me, may not be to you.




One Coat of They're Real Mascara
UD Primer Potion in Eden
Amazing Cosmetics Concealer in Fair


They're Real has a "plastic-like" wand with a combination of short and long bristles. 



The tip of the mascara wand has bristles as well. I found the tip of the wand great to get into the hard-to-reach outer corner of my lashes and my bottom lashes.


(Left) BadGal Lash Brush vs. They're Real Brush (Right)
And just in case you were wondering... Here is quick pic brush comparison between BadGal and They're Real. A detailed comparison post to come soon! here.

Where to Buy: www.BenefitCosmetics.com, Sephora, Ulta
Cost: $22
Cheaper (Lengthening) Alternative: Loreal Double Extend Beauty Tubes Mascara