Maybelline Volum' Express the Colossal Review

Im really not sure about this one! Brought this a while back and really torn with the results. First time I got this out and put it on first coat was okay, nothing special. Second coat was also okay, nothing special again. At thins point I was left a bit disappointed, how many layers does a girl have to apply to get some colossal effects around here?? Next time I used this I found it to be clumpy on the second layer which was less than ideal and had to run a clean mascara brush through it to try get some out! Also still noting colossal going on maybe a bit of length but nothing remarkable. This product didn't do it for me. I don't know if it was all the hype about the product that raised my expectations but I've personally used better mascaras in this price range that have given me the length and volume that I like without the clumps.

The colossal mascara did exactly what it said, It gave me great volume lashes with just one coat. With a second coat it can get clumpy but I was happy with the volume just one coat gave that I didn't really need a second coat.

I bought this mascara when I wanted to try something new with a bit more volume than my ol'faithful.

The price point was good, a lot less than I would usually pay for mascara and the packaging looked great- loved the yellow, fun and nice and easy to spot in the bottom of my makeup bag.

The first time I used it it was ok, it was a quick makeup application that day so I just whipped it over my lashes as I hurried to be out the door by 9am! It seemed a bit thick and slightly clumpy I put that down to it being new and the brush being 'overloaded' . I didn't feel it was really anymore volumising that what I usually used which was a bit disaapointing as I had expected to notice a difference.

The next time I used was for a full makeup application as I was going out for the evening, I always take particular care doing my eyes at night. I found this mascara particularly hard to work with as I didn't get the first coat on perfectly and applying a second coat was very tricky because it dried so quickly- as soon as I tried to go over it it clumped together and I couldn't get any seperation or definition between lashes.

I continued to use it as I didn't have another one to use yet and kept having the same problem. I also noticed as time went by (not much time either- only a few weeks!) the liquid became increasingly thick and seemed to be somewhat drying out, like I would expect from a mascara towards the end of its shelf life.

I gave up on this after about 3 or 4 weeks of using it most days, I found it uncomfortable to wear (not flexible enough) and quite heavy on my lashes. Getting it on evenly was also a bit challenging at times. It was however easy to remove, coming off effortlessly with my cream cleanser ( I didnt need to use eye makeup remover ) .

I wouldn't purchase again because my ol'faithful is streaks ahead IMO.

The first time I tried this mascara was when I got it as a present. i didn't expect a big difference to any other mascara. but man was I surprised when it volumised my lashes to the MAX

the only other thing that gives me lashes like these, are eyelash extentions. I used this mascara for many years. I would even recommend it for people with sensitive eyes. I think a couple of dollars ought to be knocked off the price of this product, because I have used much better mascaras in this price range though.

it does tend to get a little clumpy a few hours after application, and it can feel a bit heavy. But it washes off very easily and doesn't dry out your lashes.

I purchased one from our local countdown. Reasonably priced and I swear by this mascara! I have thrown all my others out and use this on a daily basis. I no longer get extensions as this mascara really emphasises the volume I require. Lasts all day and quite easy to remove. Been rained on and it stayed on and never ran. Live by this product!

I'm currently using this one and it certainly delivers on its promise.It made my lashes looks thicker. It is reasonably priced and can be brought in supermarket or local chemist.

love this mascara. it gives awsome volume while seperating lashes so there is no bunching together.super easy to apply an q good price to :-)

I love this mascara. I already have long lashes but this product makes my lashes stand out. It adds a lot more volume to them. When I use this I always get compliements on my long bold lashes. Love it

I really liked the volume express, my eyelashes arent very long n thick but this mascara really lengthened my lashes and made my eyes stand out.. love it :)

I loved this product. It has a nice thick wand with lots of bristles that seem to catch every tiny hair and make them look long and bold. Who doesnt want that!!?? Would definitely recommend.