Sky-Long Lashes 
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Guest contributor Helena Handbasket contributes the first in a series: The Mascara Trials of Helena Handbasket

Two essentials for trying any mascara:

Tweezerman Iashcomb–the best in the universe

Eye-makeup-remover-filled Q-tips. A few brands make these, such as Modelco and Bloom. If you are less lazy than I you can use regular Q-tips (also known as cotton buds in Commonwealth countries) dipped in remover, mild lotion,

or even plain water for non-waterproof formulas.

Chanel Inimitable

BRUSH–Closely spaced, flexible rubbery bristles. Identical to Max Factor’s Lash Perfection/Masterpiece.

FORMULA–Barely wet

APPLICATION–Oh so easy! The flexible bristles allow you to apply right near the root of the lash without that infuriating eyelid smear. Not a clump in sight.

LOOK–Sexy and fluttery. Look elsewhere for volume, but otherwise this is worth paying Chanel prices for.

WEAR—Fantastic.

PACKAGING/PRICE Chanel black and gold with white lettering. Excessively priced of course, but absolutely worth it.

Original post by Jackie Danicki

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