I’ve been wearing contact lenses since I turned thirteen and mascara for about as long. Since then I’ve been searching for the perfect mascara: one that won’t clump, flake, or irritate my contacts, and one without scary ingredients. I may not have found my perfect mascara, but I like Dr. Hauschka’s much better than anything I’ve tried to date.
Dr. Hauschka makes high-end, natural beauty and skin care products. Guilty confession: I was inspired to try this stuff because I heard that Julia Roberts was a fan. It’s not readily available at big-name pharmacies, however. In Chattanooga, I buy it at Greenlife, but you may need to order it online if your natural grocery doesn’t have a large beauty department. The mascara comes in a sleek tube and is available in black, brown, and royal blue and is also available in a “volume” version.
Things to love: the mascara doesn’t dry out — all day. Your lashes look fresh until you wash the stuff off at night. I’ve only tried the black, but it’s a pretty, rich color that looks very natural. It also feels good on and is never stiff. I rarely see any flaking, either. According to Dr. Hauschka, the mascara actually nourishes your lashes with organic plant extracts. I’m particular about what I put near my eyes–much more so than the rest of my face–and so the natural ingredients are a huge plus for me.
Less than perfect: this mascara isn’t cheap. At $23.50 a tube, you’re definitely making an investment. I think it’s worth it, but for some it’s a definite budget-buster. Another strike against it is that is comes off very easily, which can lead to smudging at the first hint of moisture. On the plus side, the smudges clean up easily and the mascara comes off without a trace before bed.
Final Analysis: For me, this is a worth-while beauty splurge. I love the way the product feels on my lashes, and it doesn’t have that funky mascara smell. Especially for you ladies with sensitive eyes, this a great product.
Posted by: Catie
