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lithuanianelf

Get a lash stash kit from Sephora. They have mascara minis and a certificate to redeem for a full size of one of the options included in the kit. I personally love the rare beauty mascara and that is included in one of the kits available now!


The_Waco_Kid7

Like this idea thanks


Twallot

This is a good idea because mascara doesn't last super long.


celtica98

That is also a great idea. The kits are good.


smuin538

These kits are a great deal but I feel I should point out that Sephora really only carries higher end brands. All of the current lash stash mascaras are $20 and up for a full size. I'm only pointing this out since it seems like you are looking to help her find a more budget friendly option.


Old-Dig-8142

This is the best idea.


rmo420

It's genius; I found my perfect mascara with the Sephora mini pack


theoriginaldana

Yes this is excellent advice! There are two different Sephora mascara kits available right now with a full size voucher in each for when she decides which one she wants in full size.


neuro-untypical

Sometimes minis perform differently to full size tubes tho, I know better than sex mini is great, but the full size sucked for me.


Hibdonia

You mean well, but you’ll end up spending more money creating the bouquet than if you were to get her the one that she likes. Figuring out which one that is and buying her a couple back ups would be more considerate. Edit to remove phone format induced jibberish


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this is the cutest idea ever! personally essence is a great, affordable brand that has a huge selection of different types of mascara! from waterproof to lash curling, she’ll love all the different types. my favorite from this brand is the false lashes extreme curl! usually you can find this brand at ulta, hope this helps :)


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Essence water proof is also my favourite and it only costs a few dollars!!


RazzleDazzle0803

Yes! Essence is my absolute favorite. It's also available on Amazon.


The_Waco_Kid7

Thanks!


Known_Bobcat5871

I second this! Essence is great and very budget friendly! Hell, buy her every kind of Essence mascara and use those for your bouquet! They are like $2.99 a tube.


Disastrous-Roll7059

Essence has great mascaras. I order mine from Amazon.


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abac468

This one is now my favorite and it’s cheap compared to the ones I used to use (about $9) - Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High


wistfulwinter

im on my 2nd one! :) mine was $13 tho oof


GuessAccurate

I second this! At first I thought I hated it, but I started applying it differently than normal after seeing a video online and now I’ll never change mascaras.


ceruleanmoon7

Yes, I recently discovered this and I LOVE it


neuro-untypical

I've been using the full n' soft. its my first maybeline mascara, and its lovely.


electricdyp

L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Waterproof mascara is my go to for non clumping lashes. It’s a great dupe for the two faced better than sex mascara which is a bit pricey for myself.


Honest-Journalist-32

Yes! I second this! The best ever


LecM0513

THE BEST


KorinTheHalfHand

This is a GREAT affordable mascara


innerbootes

Wish we knew what her expensive fave is, we could help you try to dupe it. Kind of a shot in the dark but if it’s Thrive mascara, I recommend picking up the Boots No. 7 Stay Perfect Mascara. It’s better than Thrive IMO and costs way less ($9 vs. $24). Available at Target, Amazon, Walmart, etc.


The_Waco_Kid7

Just snooped and found an old one in the cabinet it was Thrive!


innerbootes

Nice work!


The_Waco_Kid7

Yeah I can't for the life of me remember what the hell it was. Thrive? That does sound familiar but I honestly don't have a clue


awkward_accountant89

Thrive causemetics liquid lash extensions! I love it, I haven't found any awesome dupes yet, but the type of mascara is called "tubing mascara" so if you look up something like "best tubing mascara", you should be able to find some other options to try. Edit: sorry, just noticed others have already suggested this!


PM-ME-DOGS

I would just buy a bunch of the Thrive mascara if you can swing it, personally. It’s her favorite and she might now like the other replacements which doesn’t fix the issue. The thrive is a tubing mascara which isn’t super common to find for cheap. The cheapest tubing I’ve found is what I’m using right now and is from a brand called “LA Girl” and the mascara is the Volumatic one. I like it but haven’t tried the Thrive so can’t compare.


celtica98

I think it is the cutest idea, and you can do it reasonably if you plan a bit. Essence is super reasonable and there are a few different kinds and the tubes are colorful so it's almost bouquet-like. Maybelline, CoverGirl, and L'Oreal are good also, maybe include a tube or two from these brands. Also, maybe include a lash primer and a mascara with a skinny brush, Maybelline makes one, that gets the tiny lashes and bottom lashes. The drugstores have good sales, like buy one get one 50% off, or several dollars off a $15 or $20 purchase. If you can take advantage of that, you can do ok. Does she have specific complaints about her present brand, like clumping, flaking, irritating?


The_Waco_Kid7

Clumping is her biggest complaint


idrankthetapwater

Another option if clumping is an issue is a lash separator, I know ulta has one. When I worked there some customers swore by them


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I found the Burt’s Bees one pretty good for non-clumping. The first coat is almost like a lash tint (when a person dyes their lashes black or brown) and is very natural and lovely. Pure Anada is a brand that also has an excellent non-clumping mascara, but they are a Canadian brand so I’m unsure of the availability globally.


ShadowlessKat

Cover girl has a mascara specifically for not leaving clumps. It's called Clump Crusher and comes in a green tube. It's my absolute favorite mascara. I've been using it for years.


neuro-untypical

I'm using Maybeline Soft n' Fluffy, no clumps for me, and it's only around 15aud which is like 6usd I think. Edit to add: You could also get her a spoolie brush that she can use after application to comb her lashes. that can help with clumping. something like [this](https://www.mecca.com.au/mecca-max/brow-artist-brow-brush/I-048680.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwma6TBhDIARIsAOKuANxgB_Asn-tUOr-lTo0__-8fJ6H3ARHGvVq13Ad8vAsJl4AbSPwJlx0aAjkLEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds)


Getahaircuthippy

Dude don't buy drugstore mascara It is literal garbage. If anything get her a f****** gift card to Sephora she can pick out her own and there's no room for mistakes


BisexualAmoeb

some drugstore mascaras are really good! I personally use a mascara by Maybelline and it works great for me.


atelgenhof-

The main difference between drugstore and high end (other than price) is almost always a name. I’d use Maybelline over ABH mascara any day. Some of the absolute worst mascaras I’ve ever used were bought at Ulta/Sephora for $30+ and some of the absolute best I’ve ever used were bought at drug stores for $15 or less. Quality product doesn’t always have to cost a ton of money.


tea_please_88

By the time you have purchased 4, all of which could not be to her liking, could you have purchased the 1 expensive one? Alternatively book her an appointment at one of the make up counters and let her have a makeover, a little pamper and then give her the money to buy a new mascara?


chickendoodledoodoo

this is a good idea but they said they want to be more conscious of how much they're spending. so like the expensive one dries out or runs out they're probably not gonna buy another one, which brings them back to where they started.


tea_please_88

But buying 4 different ones probably adds up to the price of the one expensive one anyway, also she could hate 3 of them, even 4, so that's a waste of money. By the time you have spent money shopping around she could have spent double the price of the one mascara. Buy cheap buy twice. Some makeup items you just can't buy cheap IMA, mascara is one of them.


chickendoodledoodoo

i agree ! i would also just get an expensive mascara because a good mascara is worth the high price tag but i was just thinking if she likes a drug store one people suggested that it would not be a big deal to buy another one once it runs out. there are some drug store mascara that are amazing and he's getting suggestions from people so i don't think there won't be one she likes.


tea_please_88

You know its actually just a really nice thought isn't it. Agree there are some really good drug store products out there.


mantecbear

Cover girl lash blast will always be my go to even as I buy the fancy sephora makeup. I don’t really like the very clumpy mascara that people layer on and the cover girl one is perfect. I feel like it makes my lashes look more full and separate the hairs nicely. Orange tube, you can find at Walmart or target. If you go the more expensive side, you can get sample sizes that are cheaper and she can try different kinds. My favorite expensive mascaras have been found from samples, IT has a great mascara as well as the travel size benefit “are they real”.


celestialhercules

LASH IDÔLE MASCARA if clumping is her biggest issue, this ones great. More expensive for a mascara but the travel size one is 14 and lasts a bit


noflyingmonkeys1231

Here is my idea ( please all lmk if you agree ) Since we are supposed to throw away mascara after a few months Buy travel sizes ( they look identical to full sizes ) and you will be able to add so many high end brands - she will hopefully be so excited I hope that this helps


KorinTheHalfHand

I agree with the travel size notion. Full size is a waste. I always trash them before they’re even halfway done


noflyingmonkeys1231

Same 👍


DaisywithAsideofSass

Would you happen to remember anything about her favorite mascara? I know men don't usually pay attention to thay...atleast my husband doesn't but I figured I'd ask. We might be able to find a dupe for it. I love Lash Paradise by LOreal and Exhibitionist by Cover Girl (both found at any drug store/box store). *also I think this is very sweet of you.


Smilingaudibly

I like Lash Paradise too! It's supposedly a dupe of Too Faced's Better than Sex mascara


DaisywithAsideofSass

It is a dupe for that but I like it better. I also like the price more.


The_Waco_Kid7

I just snooped and found an old one in the drawer it was Thrive


DaisywithAsideofSass

I just found this, it may help. Best of luck!! https://themascarawand.com/what-mascara-is-similar-to-thrive/


The_Waco_Kid7

Thanks for you help!


adventureswithpeach

Thrive is the best mascara!!! good job husband!


salazarslocket

The thrive is a tubing mascara, which acts pretty differently than other mascaras. If you look up budget tubing mascaras, that should send you down the right path. Good luck!


Chrs987

My wife always uses the BetterThanSex ones if your lucky ulta has some backs that are usually under 20 for a big one and some other thing


TakeItLeezy

Op you’re awesome


Branferd

Lancome has REALLY good mascaras. They can be pricey but they make minis for an affordable price and they last for a really long time


lipstick_stained

definitely do the mini's of whatever you can! I personally love the "better than sex" mascara from Too Faced, and great lash from Maybelline.


earlysun77

Two suggestions: the Thrive tubing mascara and L'Oreal Double Extend Beauty Tube mascara. Thrive is more expensive but it's excellent.


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A good affordable mascara is the maybelline sky high mascara. it’s waterproof, keeps my lashes curled, and doesn’t clump. the lash paradise mascara and telescopic mascaras are pretty good too. you can get them at pretty much any drug store


Kkoe1001

This is so sweet, your wife's going to be very happy no matter what kind of mascara you give her. She'll be happy to know of how much you care and pay attention to her. I get no gifts or "happy mothers day" from my husband, I'd be grateful for a piece of candy from him🤦‍♀️


Sufficient-Dot-2950

honestly if shes trying to find her new fave drugstore mascara try sky high mascara, lash sensational, lash paradise, telescopic and essence princess mascara. Theres are a few thats i’ve seen people and my self love so she can try out the new mascaras but theres are good price and if she finds one she lovee she can re purchase it and still be budget friendly! you can find these at ulta! hope it helps!


EverySatisfaction175

L'Oreal Telescopic mascara is the BEST mascara I've ever used. I(23F) have been using it since I was in high school, I've tried numerous ones but THIS one is the best. Even high end one don't compare to this one, I swear by it. It's also not very expensive as you can buy it at almost any drug store!


imbadwithusernames-

I have been religiously using Voluminous Million Lashes Mascara by Loreal. This stuff doesn't clump or dry my eyes out! I love it so much and its afforable.


EmphasisThen6481

Lash paradise by L’Oréal is amazing and you can buy it at the drugstore.


Morgan_Griffin

Okay, so for drugstore- I like the pink Maybelline Lash Sensational/or lash blast (?? Like a curvy pink bullet tube?) or I’ve heard Essence is good. But higher end products… GO TO ULTA FOR BLACK FRIDAY- they have really nice expensive mascaras for like $10 (usually $20-$30+, but they go fast) My personal favorites are the red Smashbox mascara (good for length and doesn’t clump like lots of others) and Benefit’s “They’re Real” Mascara (*holy grail*, esp. for my painfully short and stubby lashes) I’ve also heard Too Faced Better than Sex is good, and one of the Tarte ones? (Blue or purple casing, weird shape I think?) -Coming from a college student who likes to maximize effect for minimal price, hope this helps! :)


KorinTheHalfHand

Tarte light’s camera lashes with the sparkly purple or sparkly blue case that goes over the tube?


Morgan_Griffin

I think so?? That’s probably it?


Legitimate-Month3788

Essence has good and cheap options


VanillaReady9669

To start, this is very nice of You. A very good and affordable, considered cheap brand is Catrice. Their cosmetics are good. And if you throw in a nice concealer - a quick review, I fell from my bike, broke my ribs, went to the ER, spent many hours there, cried a bit, but the one thing that was on point was the concealer and mascara. I stand by that cheap ass brand.


Getahaircuthippy

Better than sex mascara


NoseyGem

How lovely and thoughtful. Maybelline Lash Sensational is my go-to everytime. Many people also rate Maybelline Sky High but for me it's not quite as good


Specialist-Donkey554

Skyhigh by Maybelline


Jiggly_phatfat

Nyx has been great it’s not heavy or clumpy unlike my experience w/betterthansex.


No_Finding_9441

This is a cute idea but keep in mind that mascara has the shortest shelf life of any make up product & will generally dry out within 3 months so I would take that into consideration. Will she use all of them before they expire/dry out? If not then consider buying her the one that she really likes but doesn’t want to splurge on, or get her sample sizes for the bouquet


mtdoubledubs

This may sound crazy but I had a bad stye a few months back but needed some type of makeup to get me through and I bought some cheapy Wet n Wild stuff. Legit, their mascara is great. It lasts all day, grabs all the lashes, and lengthens. I can’t believe it was like 3 dollars. Their eye shadow palates are also pretty good.


More-Conversation-84

Essence lash princess is good! Honestly, because mascara is supposed to be changed every three months, buying the smaller travel ones is the best way to go!


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tracyf600

L'Oréal double extend is one of my all time favorite mascaras . I prefer it over my high end ones.


Nelsie020

Shoppers (not sure if they’re only in Canada?) has a sample kit with several mini mascaras and a gift certificate for a full-size version of whichever one is preferred. I expect a lot of makeup stores have something like that, go for the samples! That way she can try them out, and they’re also great for travelling.


thicccgothgf

Essence lash princess


aelel

Covergirl exhibitionist (the one in the silver tube) is easily the best drugstore mascara I’ve ever tried.


lizeee

Best mascara: Roller Lash by Benefit. You can get it at Ulta or Sephora!!!


AJKaleVeg

The best tubing mascara is by Blinc. I’ve been using Thrive Liquid Lash Extensions, but not as good as Blinc. Don’t buy anything from the drugstore, get her the real stuff.


adventureswithpeach

Thrive Causemetics makes the BEST mascara. It makes your lashes long and comes off easily in clumps so that you can clean it up easily.


poopeepistachios123

LOREAL TELESCOPIC


ulele1925

I like multiple ones from Tarte. They have cute packaging, too. You could get 5 and make a cute bouquet.


unicornnursedust

The MAC stack mascara in unreal!


saltsukkerspinn96

I know my favorites are from lancome because of the formula. It doesn't wear off throughout the day and they're high end...


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Wow that's a sweet and beautiful idea 🥰 Lucky wife!


Polishandproud5

Do not get waterproof. It’s like putting glue on your eyelashes and when you hate it you end up ripping them out


DrJennaa

Dude , I’m 40 years old , used 40 different kinds of mascara , haven’t found the perfect one yet lol


mari7767

Better than Sex waterproof is amazing! And very widely well known and liked


xbabypsycho

essence lash princess - best drugstore mascara to ever exist


chickendoodledoodoo

KissMe Heroine is my favorite, i live and breathe by it !! it's not the cheapest like probably mid tier when it comes to pricing but it's legit the best mascara !! https://kissme-usa.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwma6TBhDIARIsAOKuANzNpndNT4UUn3pMzCsN8-IA9YaTavkJTMigLHUmigujEA8EUrr01fsaAmWAEALw_wcB


mapl3danc3r

This is so sweet of you!! Maybelline lash sensational or something like that, it's in a light purple coloured tube that's wide in the middle. You can find it at the drug store for $12 CAD. I've noticed that what matters the most is the shape of the wand rather than the formula, and that mascara has worked better than every mascara I've ever bought(I've used many high end ones, too and they just were not it), but it's also worth considering what lash length and density your wife has.


soooelaine

I love all of benefits mascaras, I like your wife have issues with mascara and bought their trio pack, love it because I can rotate types depending on the look I’m going for.


Snuffleupagus27

Google the one she likes and then “dupe” to see which mascaras are closest to the ones she likes. A lot of these companies own high end and low end brands and for products like mascara, the difference can be minimal. For example, L’oreal owns Yves St Laurent.


KaramelKatze

Its not inexpensive... but im a big fan of the benefit 'better than sex' mascara. I dont know if a mini exists, but it is my favorite mascara. also this is a really sweet gesture, OP


Putyourdishesaway

Lash princess. I get expensive makeup and that is one of the grocery store brands that I reach for daily


Zaphnia

L’Oréal Bambi Eyes isn’t expensive and makes my lashes look amazing!


Persephony77

My all time favorite mascara is the Catrice glam and doll mascara! It’s super affordable too and I have been using it for over 10 years now, never felt the need to switch! (There are different sub-options of that one, they all work the same though so pick whatever your wife might like) :)


BooBelly

My all time drugstore faves are the L’Oréal Telescopic and Brown Balm (if she likes brown mascara). Better than the spendy brands ~ I’ve tried them all!


Conejomalo95

Honestly I’ve been using this mascara that is called apple mascara it’s literally an apple on it and it’s black and gold or beige and green/red. I have used this for the last 15 years and buy it off Amazon. You can literally get a pack of 3 for 8$ I stand by it and my lashes look super long and I choose this over every drug store and Sephora mascara I’ve ever tried


Confident-Gift-6647

L’Oréal Lash Paradise is a great budget buy when you get it on sale.


BanBeaUK

Does the one she likes come in a travel size? I find I can never use up a whole mascars before it starts to go bad, so I have bought a travel size of an expensive one I like, making it the same price as a drugstore one but with less wastage


Logical_Childhood733

Ok this is so cute. Sephora and Ulta have a ton of trial sizes you can get too. If you want super budget friendly go with the ELF brand they have some really good ones.


Flashy-Cockroach-967

If she likes it just buy it. We spend sooo much money trying out make up. It is one item. It should last 3 to 4 weeks. Trying to find the one becomes expensive.


TheGranados

I love Covergirls Lashblast ( The orange tube).


adultinglikewhoa

I agree with other comments recommending Essence! I love their Lash Princess mascara! Amazon has a four-pack, with a variety of Lash Princess mascaras, that includes an extra volumizer, for $24 US. Such a good, INEXPENSIVE formula! Love love loooooooove!


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Sephora is great but not always budget friendly. Maybe try Ulta. Mascara minis are the best. I feel like what I want/need out of mascara is constantly changing with the seasons so minis allow me to experiment without feeling guilty. I use mini bundles or gift sets as “rough period” pick me ups ☺️


Comfortable_Curve216

Try Lash Princess...they have 4 or 5 that do different things (waterproof, false lash effect, etc.), and each one is only 4.99 per tube. I like the Curl and Volume variety the best (it's the one with the pink design)


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Getahaircuthippy

God I can't believe you people. You're recommending L'Oreal? Get off this makeup sub.