Long lash, volume or high definition- in the quest for the perfect mascara, the first question that comes to mind is: What brush is best for my lashes? We let you in on what each mascara brush can do and what you should look for when buying one.
Mascara Guide
In search of the perfect mascara brush
Volume, definition, length, curl…what do I actually need?
One thing is clear: the right mascara will give you a brighter, wider gaze. Who wouldn’t want full and defined lashes? Even those who don’t wear too much make-up know that a touch of mascara can do a lot: it can thicken, lengthen and add a curvature to the lashes. Choosing the right texture, the right colour and obviously the right wand is key!
The range of mascaras and brushes is endless and it’s easy to get lost in the choice. To make matters worse, lashes naturally vary in length, shape and volume. Make-up challenges like hooded eyelids, wrinkles and oily under-eye skin can complicate things further. Not every wand works for everyone.
The material, shape and the arrangement of the bristles all play a crucial role in the effect created. Find out which mascara brush is best for your lashes and what effect it creates in our guide.
Before you scroll any further, you should take a close look at your eyelashes to get to know them better. With short, straight eyelashes, your beauty wish is certainly extension and curl.
Fine eyelashes, on the other hand, need support in the form of natural volume.
If you define this important factor for yourself, choosing the right mascara brush will be much easier.
Rule of thumb:
Short brushes for rounder eye shapes, long brushes for oval or elongated eyes!
And: Material, shape and the arrangement of the bristles are decisive for the effect.
Rubber brushes:
Ideal for unruly, thin lashes and for precise styling
Nylon brushes:
Perfect for short lashes and for maximum volume
The most important question: rubber or nylon brushes?
Whether traditional nylon fibres or flexible silicone bristles, both materials have their advantages. The right choice depends on the quality of your lashes.
Brushes with dense and bushy nylon filaments pick up a larger amount of product and give your lashes extra volume. They coat each individual hair, making fine lashes appear thicker and fuller. The perfect brush for expressive eyes!
Soft rubber bristles give the wand more manoeuvrability, making it easier to apply mascara from the root of the hair and to get to hard-to-reach places. They tame and separate wild, unruly lashes, providing shape and definition. The fine bristles allow for precise application and literally comb through the hairs. Perfect for fine and short lashes.
You can also easily reach more difficult areas with a flexible plastic brush. It "tames" unruly, wildly growing eyelashes, separates them and brings them into shape. The fine filaments enable precise application and literally "comb" through the hairs. Ideal for fine and short lashes.
Which lavera mascara wand is right for me?
What makes the perfect mascara depends on the desired result and quality of your lashes. We have compiled a list of our mascara brushes for you which explains what each one does!
The Volume Brush
What you want: Natural volume
Perfect for: All lash types
The pointed nylon brush is designed to separate your lashes quickly and easily. The dense and evenly spaced bristles can pick up a lot of product and ensure naturally full, visually thicker lashes without clumping. Straightforward to use, making it the perfect entry-level model for all mascara newbies. The ideal mascara for a natural everyday look!
The Hourglass Brush
What you want: Ultra Volume
Perfect for: Normal to thin lashes
The large hourglass brush provides ultimate volume, as the different lengths of the fibre bristles pick up a particularly generous amount of product. The beautiful effect of this clever brush: every single lash gets the perfect amount of mascara for optimal volume. For thick, luscious lashes to fall in love with!
The Ergonomic One
What you want: Maximum curvature
Perfect for: All lashes
Thanks to its innovative, ergonomic design, applying mascara has never been smoother. The unique butterfly brush fans out your lashes beautifully for a bold, voluminous effect. Densely packed rubber bristles, paired with a precision ball-tip, reach even the tiniest lashes—perfect for the lower lash line and tricky corners. The formula glides on evenly from root to tip, giving you thick, fluttery lashes you’ll fall in love with.
The XL Brush
What you want: Lots of volume and thicker, more expressive lashes
Perfect for: Normal to thin lashes
The Extra Volume Brush delivers a particularly generous amount of product for thick and full-looking lashes. The thick individual bristles of this special mascara brush are arranged in a bushy pattern to reach both long and short hairs at the same time, "colouring in" any small gaps between the hairs. Visually lengthens and thickens lashes by gently and evenly building up the volume, layer by layer, without clumping.
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Eyelashes naturally differ in length, shape, and volume. Not every brush works for every type. Regarding the length of the mascara brush: Short brushes are ideal for rounder eye shapes, while long brushes are more suitable for oval or elongated eyes.
And what about the material? It's not that difficult either: Rubber brushes are perfect for unruly, thin lashes and for precise styling. Nylon brushes, on the other hand, are the brush of choice for short lashes or when maximum volume is desired.
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For short lashes, you should opt for nylon mascara brushes. They create maximum volume and can reach difficult spots on short lashes thanks to their high flexibility. The fine rubber filaments allow for precise application.
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Do you want voluminous and sweeping lashes to fall in love with? The large hourglass brush of our Lash to Impress Mascara provides ultra volume. Its trick: Thanks to the differently long fiber bristles, you can pick up a lot of mascara. This way, each lash gets the ideal amount of mascara to build high volume. The extra volume brush of the Intense Volumizing Mascara also gives off a lot of mascara and makes your lashes appear full and voluminous.
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Are you bothered by dried mascara residues on your favorite mascara and want to clean your mascara brush? You can easily clean your mascara brush under a stream of hot water. Then press it carefully on a piece of kitchen paper and let it air dry. After that, the brush is ready for the next styling session!
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This can happen sometimes. But no need to panic! If something goes "wrong," or rather directly into your eye, try to carefully remove the mascara with a cotton swab. Caution: Do not rub too hard! Then you can remove the residues on the outside of the eye with a lavera makeup remover.
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Under no circumstances should you wipe the brush on the upper edge. This can lead to uneven application results and dried mascara residues on the bottle.
Even though it is very tempting and an automatic movement for many: You should avoid wiping the mascara brush on the upper edge of the bottle. In the worst case, this can lead to dried mascara residues on the bottle. Instead, carefully dab off excess mascara on a cosmetic tissue.
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As you age, your lashes become brittle and fall out faster. At the latest then, the aspect of care becomes increasingly important when choosing the right mascara. The lavera mascaras not only provide volume, definition, and curl – they also care for your lashes! Natural ingredients like organic castor oil and arginine are natural lash boosters, especially beneficial for mature lashes. They protect your lashes and provide moisture and care. For well-nourished hair and lashes!
