This worldwide bestseller has been defining the lashes of the nation for over 50 years, and it sells at a rate of one every two seconds. From the classic Great Lash mascara to the new Colossal Curl Bounce, we’ve cherry-picked five of the best Maybelline mascaras to help you choose the right one for you and your lashes. Even when you’re ready to take a pause in your life, Maybelline New York’s Colossal Up To 36HR Mascara won’t. Compared to other beauty products, mascaras have the shortest shelf life, so it's important to replace them two to three months after opening.

Head this way for the best waterproof mascara , over here for eyeshadow palettes and this way for the best foundation . Then there's the formula itself, which is infused with bamboo extract and fibres to add some extra length and volume without weighing lashes down. Gluten-free mascaras are formulated to prevent itchy and watery eyes and general discomfort throughout the day. Thanks to this mascara’s comb-like brush, you needn’t worry about pesky clumps affecting your handiwork.And because this mascara resists it all, your big, lash volume will look just as bold as when you first put it on. The brush is perfectly formed for precision, and the formula is wet enough to glide through the lashes but not so wet that it doesn’t hold them in place.

In true GLAMOUR fashion, we had the pleasure of testing it before everyone else did… and we were not disappointed. If you’re in a hurry and need a very quick slick of lash-glam, Maybelline’s newest offering to the market is the perfect option.

Its formula contains hair polymers which are most commonly found in products like hairspray to create hold - which means is replicates that in-salon “lash lift” treatment for lashes that stay in place all day. Introducing Maybelline’s most classic mascara: it’s not all-singing, definitely not all-dancing, but who needs gimmicks when you’ve got this? A couple of coats gave me insanely long lashes, earning it a spot in my makeup bag (which given I've tried dozens of mascaras for my job, doesn't happen very often). We found that it’s better at volumizing and curling lashes for a natural flutter that’s great for everyday wear.

The brush is big, so catching those smaller inner corner lashes can be tricky, but once you’ve got the angle right, you’re good to go. If it wasn't for the release of Maybelline's aforementioned Sky High mascara, the iconic and long-standing favourite that is Great Lash would probably have come in top spot. There's also The Colossal Curl Bounce – Maybelline's latest mascara which launched here in the UK today (after 1,000 limited-edition units became available at Superdrug back in December). We're putting this down to the fact it adds impressive volume with minimal effort (one or two coats does the trick) and boasts a low-wax formula that prevents clumping or smudging. With over 100 years as one of the leading makeup brands on the market, you’d expect Maybelline to offer a wide choice of products, and especially a staple makeup bag item such as mascara.

The bonus is that you’d be hard pushed to remove it easily (which is everything a waterproof mascara should be).