This week's product review is another makeup product from L'oreal. It is the L'oreal Faux Cils Papillon Butterfly Waterproof Mascara.
This is the mascara that I use when I'm aiming for a cat eye look like the one in this picture:
I have been using this mascara for almost a month now so I feel like I can give a pretty decent review about it. Just to clarify, this mascara comes in two different formulas: non-waterproof (black container) and waterproof (blue container). This review is for the waterproof one; I haven't tried the regular formula.
This product claims to stretch and extend your lashes to create a winged-out effect. The wand and the formula is designed to lengthen and volumize lashes. Let's find out if it lives up to its claim.
Packaging:
It comes in a silver packaging with blue vertical stripes. It's rather thick and long compared to my other mascaras. The length is about 4.5 inches and almost an inch wide. This makes it less portable to carry around in your tiny purse. It has a very shiny and slippery texture so if your hands are oily or wet, you might have trouble opening it. I don't especially like the size and the feel of it. A smaller and easy grip container would make this better.
Formulation
The formulation of this mascara changed since the first time I opened and used it. It was rather wet at first but the more I used it the better the formula gets. I wouldn't say it gets drier but rather it gets thicker/denser and easier to apply. I just hate wet formula because they tend to smear easily and doesn't coat on my lashes well. It is jet black in color and it holds my curl all day. It is a lengthening and volumizing mascara.
Application
It comes with a wand featured above. I have honestly never seen a wand like this before. It is very uniquely design. The curved winged effect of the wand makes the application so easy as it follows the natural curve of your eyes. Both sides of the wands have tiny bristles that comb and separate your lashes well. As with any mascaras, make sure you wipe off the excess product on the bristles before applying them to your lashes so it doesn't get clumpy. Proper technique in application is also very critical no matter what mascara you use.
Wearability/Longevity
It is waterproof formula so it stays all day without smearing. It is truly waterproof so you can totally wear this while swimming. The downside is it is kinda pesky to take off, but don't worry, if you've read my post on technique in taking off waterproof mascara then it wouldn't be a problem. The longest I've worn this was 12 hours and it didn't budge at all and as I mentioned my lashes stayed curl all day - I do have a separate technique on keeping my curl all day; I'll write about it soon.
Price/Affordability
This is a drugstore product and it shouldn't be that expensive if you are in the U.S. As I am in Asia though, I pay more for the import tax. It costs about 18,000 Korean Won (17 USD/700PhP). However, I did get it on promo so I saved a couple of won. Compared to other Korean drugstore product, it is rather pricey.
My Final Take-aways
Do I recommend it?
Yes! If you are looking for a waterproof mascara that gives you winged-out lashes (starts short at the inner corner and grows longer at the outer end) or a cat eye look, then this is definitely the one. It is both volumizing and lengthening so it gives you a very glamorous instead of a natural look. So if you are going for a glamorous look, then this is for you.
Will I buy it again?
Yes! But only when it goes on sale. I think it's too pricey for a drugstore product.
Here is a picture of my before and after lashes using this product. I applied two coats on both my upper and lower lashes.
Well, let me know what you think about this product. Have you tried it? What's your take on it?
Keep Dolling Up,
Gelie (Jelai) xoxo
