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13 Colorful Mascaras That Are Anything But Basic

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
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By Jennifer Ford · Updated October 26, 2020
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It’s time to get over you fear of color because this fall it’s making a brilliant comeback. After continuous seasons of the neutral beauty trend, everything from hair to makeup with take on a vibrant new hue. To build up your color confidence, ditch your basic black mascara and incorporate one of these vibrant lash enhancers into your beauty routine.

01
SEPHORA COLLECTION V for V.O.L.U.M.E. Mascara in Turquoise

Achieve fairytale-esque lashes in this whimsical shade. Its mousse-like formula coats every lash to ensure all day wear.

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Sephora $10 Buy Here
02
YSL Mascara Vinyl Couture in I’m The Fire

Pre-order this patented revolutionary liquid lash color to get length, curl, volume and color like never before.

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Nordstrom $29 Buy Here
03
Eyeko Black Magic Midnight Blue Mascara

Say goodbye to teary eyes and bring on the drama with this waterproof brightening mascara.  

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Nordstrom $26 Buy Here
04
Nyx Color Mascara in Pink

This pink mascara promises intense color payoff to help you achieve your prettiest lashes yet.

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Ulta $7 Buy Here
05
Kiko Milano Supercolor Mascara in Blue

Layer on this high impact color for thicker lashes, as a natural polymer wax increases volume with each stroke.

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Kiko Cosmetics $4 Buy Here
06
Diorshow Mascara in Blue

Get runway-ready lashes by using this conditioning mascara, formulated with unique microfibers that create a lash extension effect.

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Sephora $29 Buy Here
07
Benefit Cosmetics They’re Real! Lengthening & Volumizing Mascara in Beyond Blue

This bestselling mascara is a heavyweight champ in the curl and lift game. 

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Sephora $24 Buy Here
08
Maybelline Volum’ Express The Colossal Big Shot Mascara x Shayla in Poppin’ Purple

Slay the lash game like beauty influencer Makeup Shayla in this popping pigment from her new collaboration with Maybelline. 

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Ulta $9 Buy Here
09
Make Up For Ever Smoky Lash Mascara in Green

Add an element of excitement to your lash routine with this gorgeous green hue.

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Sephora $23 Buy Here
10
L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Mascara in Cobalt Blue

Prepare to accept compliments and clump-free lash volume when you apply this thickening mascara.

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Target $6 Buy Here
11
MAC Cosmetics Little MAC Zoom Lash Mascara in Plum Reserve

Use the precision control wand for seamless smudge-proof application and major color payoff. 

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Macy’s $10 Buy Here
12
butter london ElectraLash Mascara in Indigo Punk

Bring out your inner unicorn in this mystical mascara.

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at ESkinStore $17 Buy Here
13
Inglot Color Play Mascara

Use this mascara to play up your basic smoky eye with a pop of color.

These Colorful Mascaras Are The Opposite of Basic
available at Inglot USA $15 Buy Here
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