mascara
noun
mas·cara
ma-ˈsker-ə 
-ˈska-rə
: a cosmetic especially for making the eyelashes darker and more prominent
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While her makeup is often minimal—her Eldorado Ballroom looks require only a skin tint, mascara, and lip balm—Solange’s Met Gala beauty moment featured Diana Ross-like bottom lashes and smokey shadow.
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Essence, 24 June 2025
Top it off with a waterproof or water-resistant mascara to prevent smudging.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 June 2025
Of course, some products stand the test of time no matter the season, like lengthening mascaras such as L’Oréal’s formula, which gives you the illusion of eyelash extensions.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 June 2025
Her blue eyes popped next to her bronzed cheekbones and black mascara.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 June 2025
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Essence, 24 June 2025
Top it off with a waterproof or water-resistant mascara to prevent smudging.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 June 2025
Of course, some products stand the test of time no matter the season, like lengthening mascaras such as L’Oréal’s formula, which gives you the illusion of eyelash extensions.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 June 2025
Her blue eyes popped next to her bronzed cheekbones and black mascara.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for mascara
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“Mascara.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mascara. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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mascara
noun
mas·cara
ma-ˈskar-ə
: a cosmetic especially for darkening the eyelashes
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