When you think mascara, you’re thinking black. Maybe brown. But violet? Electric cobalt? Pink? It sounds intimidating, but colorful mascaras are the easiest and most foolproof way to add a little fun to your everyday makeup look. Colorful mascaras are applied just like your basic black formula, but both the shade intensity and formula are buildable. If you’re looking for a more subtle look, add one quick swipe to just your top lashes with a formula from brands like Maybelline or Eyeko. For a little more drama, wiggle and work the brush through both your top and bottom lashes with a mascara from Benefit or L’Oréal Paris. Or if you want lashes that look like they go to Euphoria High, reach for a colored mascara with serious payoff from Pat McGrath Labs. Ahead, our picks for the 11 best colored mascaras of all time.
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