MAYBELLINE Lash Sensational Waterproof Mascara, Very Black — 10-Layer Fanning Brush for Length & Volume

Maybelline Lash Sensational Waterproof Mascara in Very Black is a lengthening and volumizing mascara with a patented 10-layer fanning brush and liquid-ink formula designed to coat lashes from every angle for a full fan effect.

This waterproof version of the Lash Sensational Mascara builds both length and volume while resisting smudging and running. The signature fanning brush features ten staggered layers of bristles that separate and capture lashes, while the liquid-ink formula deposits highly pigmented color without heavy clumps. Ophthalmologist-tested and safe for contact lens wearers, it’s formulated to create a noticeable full-fan look using controlled, repeatable strokes.

How does the 10-layer fanning brush create a full-fan effect?

The brush is designed with multiple rows of bristles arranged to successively catch and coat lashes from root to tip. As you wiggle or sweep the wand, each layer of bristles fans lashes outward and deposits ink evenly, producing both separation and lift. This structure helps reach inner-corner and lower lashes that single-row brushes can miss.

• Ten staggered bristle rows for layered coverage
• Brush shape lifts and separates lashes for a fanned silhouette
• Engineered to coat lashes evenly from base to tip

Will this waterproof mascara add volume without clumping?

The Lash Sensational formula balances pigment and emollients so you can build multiple coats while minimizing clumps. Its liquid-ink consistency flows smoothly and spreads across hairs rather than pooling at the roots, which helps maintain separation as you layer. Proper application—wiping excess and using short wiggling strokes—reduces the chance of stickiness or flaking.

• Liquid-ink formula for smooth pigment distribution
• Layerable coverage to increase volume without heaviness
• Tips: remove excess product and apply in small strokes

How long does the waterproof formula last through daily wear?

The waterproof variant is formulated to resist smudging from sweat, humidity, and light moisture, keeping lashes defined through daily activities. It’s not an adhesive; wear time depends on skin type and environmental factors, but it maintains the fanned look better than non-waterproof versions. Removal requires a proper eye makeup remover to avoid tugging on lashes.

• Resists smudging from humidity and light moisture
• Maintains shape and separation during long wear
• Use oil-based or waterproof remover for gentle removal

How can I get the best results for different lash looks?

You can adapt application technique to achieve natural length, dramatic volume, or defined separation. For a natural look, apply one to two light coats from root to tip with minimal wiggling. For a more dramatic, full-fan effect, build three or more coats, focusing on the outer and center lashes while separating with the brush tip. Remove excess on the wand between coats to avoid clumping.

• Natural: 1–2 light coats with minimal strokes
• Dramatic: 3+ coats, concentrate on outer and center lashes
• Defined: use the brush tip to comb through and separate

Who is this for: Maybelline Lash Sensational Waterproof Mascara is suited for anyone seeking a dependable, daily-wear waterproof mascara that enhances length and volume with a pronounced fanned lash look. It’s a practical choice for contact-lens wearers, those in humid climates, people who want buildable coverage without heavy clumps, and users who prefer a brush that targets lashes across the lash line for fuller definition.

Ingredients

ISODODECANE CERA ALBA / BEESWAX / CIRE DABEILLE COPERNICIA CERIFERA CERA / CARNAUBA WAX / CIRE DE CARNAUBA DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE AQUA / WATER / EAU ALLYL STEARATE/VA COPOLYMER ORYZA SATIVA CERA / RICE BRAN WAX PARAFFIN ALCOHOL DENAT. POLYVINYL LAURATE VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER PROPYLENE CARBONATE TALC ETHYLENEDIAMINE/STEARYL DIMER DILINOLEATE COPOLYMER PEG-30 GLYCERYL STEARATE PROPYLPARABEN METHYLPARABEN HYDROGENATED JOJOBA OIL SILICA SOLUBLE COLLAGEN [+/- MAY CONTAIN / PEUT CONTENIR CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 / IRON OXIDES CI 77007 / ULTRAMARINES CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE MICA CI 75470 / CARMINE CI 77288 / CHROMIUM OXIDE GREENS CI 77742 / MANGANESE VIOLET CI 77510 / FERRIC FERROCYANIDE ]