Maybelline The Colossal Big Shot Mascara Review

I've usually found Maybelline mascara to be a solid, affordable option. This is a really great offering from them.

I received this to trial in shade 223: blackest black. Despite being white haired, I still have black lashes and so this was great.

Packaging wise, I don't like the gold colour at all (personal preference, I think it's tacky) but I love the fat tube because it instantly makes you think 'Cool this has some oomph to it'. I'm actually used to mini mascaras, because I bin them strictly every three months, so it did take a little getting used to the bigger tube, but I love it now.

The wand is long, with a curiously conical handle. This actually fits nicely into the hand. The wand has a couple of bulges on it - not sure what these are for, but they're there! The applicator has wider parts at one end and a narrower tip, which makes it easy to apply well on the different lash lengths we each have.

The product is jet black, as promised, with a mid-thickness formula that - so far - hasn't clumped or bled on my eyes at all.

Application isn't QUITE as straightforward as the 'one coat is all you need' claim - it very much reads as 'swipe once and you're good' but you do actually need to do a proper COAT, ie wiggle the brush, make sure the lashes are coated etc. It applies no differently than other mascaras in that sense, but when that first coat is on you can see the effect.

I have naturally long lashes and this still amplifies them, giving extra length, volume and definition.

By the end of the day it's not flaking or bleeding off, yet wipes away easily with my oil cleanser.

I'm not one to buy full sized mascara but if I were, I'd definitely repurchase this.

I don't think I've ever had a bad Maybelline mascara, it's like its their signature product. The Colossal Big Shot mascara doesn't disappoint. It feels glitzy with it chubby gold container. The spoolie is a good size with plenty of bristles for even coverage and separation of lashes.

The mascara isn't clumpy but plenty of product is on the spoolie when you pull it out. It's a lovely thick black mascara, which makes you think it's going to go on thick but it doesn't. It applies smoothly and separates the lashes really well. It does instantly lengthen and thicken the lashes with one application- but they still look really natural and not overdone, which I love. One coat is enough for me, but it is buildable and thickens up a lot with each application.

Through the day, it wears really well, and my lashes continue to look long and thick - very little product is lost through the day, and no lash loss or smudges. It survives rain downpours with no runs/smudges.

Removal was easy - a little eye makeup remover, and then cleanser. It removes easily without removing lashes with it.

It's a great mascara - packs a punch without leaving you looking overly made up. The staying power makes it a great option for short-lash ladies!

Thank you BR for allowing me to trial this mascara!

I have really straight lashes that are a pain to get curled but this mascara was able to do this with out making my lashes look clumpy. The packaging is quite a bright gold which is good for when I loose it among all my other makeup. It's quite sleek looking. The wand scared me at first as it is big and i thought that might lead to the product going every where but i was wrong! it goes on smooth and i found it easy to get my bottom lashes. It stayed all day and i didn't get any flakes through out the day. Who wants to look like a bit of a panda at the end of the day? not me.

Overall Id definitely think about buying this mascara! It's nice and affordable

Wow! This product promises full lashes with one coat and DELIVERS! Packing is an attractive colour. Brush feels comfortable in your hand and the mascara really does goes on easily. I have very sparse and thin eyelashes and one coat is all it takes for a completely natural day look. I added another for even thicker more dramatic lashes for my night look and loved the look. Product has no chemical odour and as someone who cries very easily, this mascara does not rub easily and does not sting in the eyes! All over really happy with this product.

Safe to say ive been overlooking maybelline for their mascaras of late!

This is a great mascara as it is very buildable and allows you to create both natural and a more dramatic look. The tube is very eye catching and is a must for your beauty bag ! The brush is easy to use and helps manipulate your lashes to a more flattering shape with lots of volume.

The mascara lasted ALL day and did not transfer to underneath the eye,I found it to be smudge proof and had great stickability. Lots of people this week asked me which mascara I was using and I was happy to tell them it was Maybeline!

As usual maybelline have bought out yet another awesome mascara. The brush is great with heaps of bristles that separate and coat the lashes. I found it great on both the top and bottom lashes and would totally buy this again, I already have 2.

I was elated to be sent this mascara to trial, I received the black which is lovely and intense and comes in a beautiful sleek gold packaging. Consistency: The perfect consistency for application, not wet and not dry, just perfect. Application: The applicator brush has a lovely shape, lots of bristles and slightly tapers at the end for easy access to corners and lower lashes. Fragrance: Hardly noticeable, but very pleasant. Quite like it if anything. Coverage: I like to swipe over my lashes a few times, the formula magically coats the lashes adding massive volume to my stumpy lashes. Longevity: Lasts all day perfectly, I have had no problems with smudging yet. Usage: After one week it is still going strong. Price: At around $25.00 this is on par with many other mascaras, altho I have only used this for 1 week, I am looking forward to seeing how long this lasts for before drying out. Packaging: Stunning shiny gold wand, sleek with screw lid. The shape makes it very easy to hold. Results: Stoked with the results, definitely adds volume and length to my stumpy lashes. Fave mascara to date. Recommendation: I would highly recommend this mascara, affordable, does what it says. I just wish there was a blue/black shade now!

This is a really nice mascara and I will definitely continue to use it. The volume it adds is exactly the right amount I like. I don't often wear false lashes so I rely on a good mascara to make the most of what lashes I have and this product has most definitely done that! The gold packaging is also something I really like aside from how good the actual product is! I also really like the applicator wand, it definitely seems to apply the formula to lashes in a way that increases the volume compared to using a more standard style applicator. Once applied it dries nice and quickly and I didn't experience any irritation or flaking whatsoever. Definitely recommend this one!

I have been wearing the Colossal Big shot since it arrived, and I am really loving how good it is.

Its easy to apply, and goes on smoothly and It defines my lashes rather well. I love that it is waterproof so to speak but easily comes off with my micellar water at the end of the day...

I definitely will be using this more often as I am a regular Mascara user and its still perfect to throw in my handbag etc.