Unmasking the Magic of Mascara

Mascara, the star of any eye makeup look, has a rich history to its credit. It has been a part of our beauty rituals since ancient Egypt. This magic wand of beauty, over the years, has become an essential part in every woman's handbag. In this article, we would be taking a journey through the transformative power of mascara in shaping one's eyes and discuss a few product reviews.

The Historical Magic of Mascara

The history of makeup is an exciting one, but mascara's tale is perhaps one of the most fascinating. Tracing back to ancient Egypt, both men and women used a substance called kohl to darken their eyelashes. In the Roman era, ladies were known to create mascara out of crocodile stool and honey.

Jumping ahead to the 19th century, petroleum jelly and coal dust were the royal ingredients of mascaras. However, it was in 1915 when our beloved product took a recognisable form due to T.L Williams. A product initially created for his sister Mabel to darken her eyelashes, later transformed as 'Maybelline' catering to the transformative power of mascara.

The beauty of mascara lies in the fact that it is versatile and simultaneously an accessible luxury. Looking into these chunks of History, it's clear that the transformative power of mascara, its allure and its effectiveness in helping one create a desired look is truly unmatchable.

Unveiling the Formulas

When it comes to mascara, there is a smorgasbord of options. Understanding the ingredients of mascaras will help you to choose the right one. Generally, mascaras divide into three categories; waterproof, washable and tubing. These three differ primarily on their base ingredients, which are waxes, pigments and polymers.

Waterproof mascaras are famously known for their resistance to water, sweat and tears making them perfect for weddings and other emotional events! Whereas washable mascaras are for those who like their eye makeup easy to remove. Last but not least, tubing mascaras are formed with flexible polymers that closely wrap around each lash, resulting in long-lasting wear and easy removal.

Each formula, in its merit, holds the transformative power of mascara, shaping, defining and enhancing the natural beauty of one's eyes. So, there's truly a mascara to suit every need and preference out there!

Product Review - Magic Wands of Revolution

Being a product review site, Makeup Queens cannot simply speak of mascara's history and transformative power without discussing a few of our favorites. Maybelline's Great Lash Mascara, the first of its kind, still stands high today. With a creamy, buildable formulae, it allows you to add layers without giving a clumpy look.

Too Faced's Better Than Sex Mascara is an ultimate showstopper! Its high-drama formula and the unique bushy hourglass brush creates a beautiful fullness giving that glamorous look. On the other hand, Benefit's They're Real Mascara's jet black, long-wearing formulae are perfect for dramatic lengthening.

The essence of a good mascara lies not just in its transformative power but also in its formula, brush, packaging and the overall feeling it leaves you with. Upcoming in the journey, we will deep dive into some more equally effective yet lesser famous mascaras.

Thus, mascara plays a significant role in eye makeup, adding drama and character to our eyes. Regardless of its form over the years, its transformative power is undeniable. Now that you've learned the magic of mascara and a snap of product reviews, why wait? Find the mascara that suits you and never underestimate the power of your mesmerizing eyes!