Framing your eyes with long, luscious lashes needn’t cost a fortune – although some of the best waterproof formulas are pricey. Worry not, though – our list covers the best waterproof mascaras for every budget.

GLAMOUR-approved: “Ever since I've dyed my hair copper, I've struggled to find a mascara that will look natural on my complexion and compliment my new hair colour. And once I first spotted the Charlotte Tilbury brown mascara on my TikTok feed, I knew I was sold almost immediately. Of course, after trying it out first-hand, I can safely confirm that it deserves all the hype that it gets online. Its unique brown hue makes my brown eyes pop like no other mascara I own, while the formula manages to hold the curl for the rest of the day. I also loved the way it looked on my bottom lashes and provided a nice contrast to the rest of my eye makeup.” – Denise Primbet, GLAMOUR's Beauty Commerce Writer. Want to know which is the best mascara right now? Well, if you're not sure where to begin before investing in a new lash lengthener, then you've come to the right place. Why? Well, as a beauty editor, I've tried hundreds. Trust me when I say I've got a good eye (soz) for spotting the workhorses from the show ponies. READ NEXT: The best eyeliner The best waterproof mascaras to buy 1. No7 Lash Impact Waterproof Mascara: Best all-rounder About the Brand: Most everyone has heard of the fashion label Yves Saint Laurent, so it’s only fitting that YSL Beauty has made quite an entrance in the cosmetic, skincare, and fragrance world and isn’t going anywhere, anytime soon. Owned by L’Oréal, YSL Beauty started with fragrance in 1964 and has since then expanded into a global empire of beauty products. About My Skin: Daily makeup wearer

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Now, there have been some incredible launches of late (which we'll get to) but with each magic wand vying for your attention, you're probably wondering which mascara is truly 'the best?' Especially when they all promise to lengthen, curl and define? Plus, with so many different types of brushes that are either tapered, rubber bristled or twisted, how do you know which one is best suited for your lash type or eye shape?

Unfortunately, mascaras are the one product where it isn’t advised (or allowed) to try before you buy. Nevertheless, it’s still worth looking at the shape of the wand and the brush style to get a feel for whether it can achieve the effect you’re after. How much do I need to spend? How did WH test? I tapped up the best make-up artists in the game to find out if there is a formula or wand type to suit your lash types. (Yes, is the answer) before trying each and every one. Here's the best mascara for 2023. Thankfully, science has come on a bit over the years and there are now more formulas than ever that keep you protected from water and sweat without the remnants flaking off onto your pillow – or around your eyes – the following morning. To find out which are best, we’ve put a selection of waterproof mascaras through their paces in various wet conditions. Here follows a list of the ones that performed best – and we’ve also got a few tips about what to look for when buying one.