mascara
noun
mas·cara
ma-ˈsker-ə 
-ˈska-rə
: a cosmetic especially for making the eyelashes darker and more prominent
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This mascara builds volume and lengthens your lashes while staying still on the eyes.
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Shalwah Evans, Glamour, 31 Dec. 2025
The mascara, previously available only in black, holds up through long days spent staring at a screen, the occasional weary eye rub, and (believe it or not) raucous weddings.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 29 Dec. 2025
Products like nail polish, eye shadow, foundation, lipstick, blush, mascara, and more are good for six months to a couple of years.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
Sparkly shadow formed a sunset over her eyes, while black mascara accentuated her lashes.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 22 Dec. 2025
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Shalwah Evans, Glamour, 31 Dec. 2025
The mascara, previously available only in black, holds up through long days spent staring at a screen, the occasional weary eye rub, and (believe it or not) raucous weddings.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 29 Dec. 2025
Products like nail polish, eye shadow, foundation, lipstick, blush, mascara, and more are good for six months to a couple of years.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
Sparkly shadow formed a sunset over her eyes, while black mascara accentuated her lashes.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 22 Dec. 2025
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“Mascara.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mascara. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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mascara
noun
mas·cara
ma-ˈskar-ə
: a cosmetic especially for darkening the eyelashes
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