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Hourglass Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
What it is:A mascara that offers multiple fringe benefits in one full-spectrum formula.What it does:Film Noir's signature hourglass-shaped brush is designed for optimal application, adding volume, length, lift, and separation to lashes. The intense concentration of Panthenol (ProVitamin B5) adds a reflective, jet-black sheen for dramatic impact.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Phthalates- GMOs- Triclosan
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Review 1 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Review 2 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Fantastic Volume with Separation
-04.29.13
Quick Take: volumizing, defining
Tried a ton and this wins out over any other dramatic mascara. It is the most amount of drama while keeping everything separated. Stays where it's supposed to and isn't like glue to get it off. I have pin straight blond eyelashes that are a good length, I don't need to use a curler with this, it lifts them a little on it's own. Highly recommend.
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+4points
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Review 3 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
-04.29.13
Quick Take: defining
I am very picky about mascara and the applicator brush. This is a great mascara - both the formula and the brush. Goes on nicely - very even and without clumping. My lashes don't feel brittle when the mascara dries.
+2points
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Review 4 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
-03.31.13
Quick Take: volumizing, lengthening, defining
I really liked this mascara. It didn't make my lashes clumpy, and didn't smudge by the end of the day. I have very long lashes with blonde tips, so I need something that is not going to clump and does good separation, and this fit the bill. I repurchased once, but moved on to Sephora's brand Lash Plumper Mascara, because I got the same effect at less than half the price.
+6points
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Review 5 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Love it!
-03.21.13
Quick Take: volumizing, lengthening, defining
This was recommended to me by one of the store employees and I love it! It lasts all day, doesn't clump and gives me big dramatic lashes!
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Review 6 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Review 7 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
pretty good
-03.14.13
Quick Take: defining
I like this mascara because the colour is rich, it goes on smoothly, and absolutely no clumping or flaking. My lashes are straight and medium length, and I really like a lot of volume so I had to add 2 coats and curl before application and after the mascara fully dried.
My only issues were that it doesn't hold my curl and its difficult to take off at night. Got it as a sample, not sure if I would buy the full-sized.
My only issues were that it doesn't hold my curl and its difficult to take off at night. Got it as a sample, not sure if I would buy the full-sized.
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Review 8 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
I Came back for more!
-03.07.13
I bought this mascara a second time because for me, it's the best. It doesn't flake and stays put until I take it off. It gives me great definition with little effort. It's expensive but it's a great product.
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Review 9 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Unexpected length!
-03.01.13
Quick Take: volumizing, defining, lengthening
I was so apprehensive to try something other than dior show or bad gal but I asked an associate of his preference and introduced me to this awesome mascara. I have a problem with length and not only did it give me long lashes, they also looked full and not clumpy. The wand is skinny and super easy to use. I was pleasantly surprised!
+2points
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Review 10 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Finally a great mascara!
-02.27.13
Quick Take: volumizing, defining, darkening, non-clumping, non-flaking
I've tried numerous mascaras over the years in the hopes of finding a fabulous one. There have been some that haven't been bad, and some that have been downright awful, but this is the first I've found that I've wanted to buy again. I originally got it as a sample, and have been buying it full-sized since. It's possible it may not be dramatic enough for some, but I find that it's perfect for me for everyday use as well as when I'm more dressed up. Of course, I don't care for my lashes to look overly dramatic, but I do want them to stand out some.
This mascara goes on easily and I've had absolutely no issues with the brush. It does a good job of not having too much product on it when you pull it out of the tube as well, which is a huge plus, as far too many tend to pull out way more than you'll want to apply. I find it to be fairly volumizing and defining, and it does add a bit of length as well, though probably not as much as some would like. It's enough for me, but then, lengthening is not the biggest thing I hope for with a mascara, as I find my lashes to be long enough for me.
I have no issues with clumping or flaking with this mascara, unless it's gotten too old. (And pretty much any mascara will do it once it reaches that replacement age.) If I want a more dramatic look for going out, I've found layering it before the previous application completely dries works the best, because it's hard to apply additional layers if your original application has dried out.
This is seriously the best mascara I have tried so far, and I would recommend it over any other at this point in time.
+6points
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Review 11 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Expected more
-02.24.13
Quick Take: good for special occasions, difficult to remove thoroughly
I struggle with mascara smudging, and I heard this was smudge proof-- it's a bit too smudge-proof, really difficult to remove thoroughly. Also, was not impressed with the volume aspects. I will revert to Definicils.
+1point
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Review 12 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Bring on the drama!
-02.06.13
Quick Take: volumizing, lengthening, dramatic
I got this mascara in travel size with a sephora mascara sampler and I LOVE it. It has become my go to mascara for when I dress up and want dramatic lashes. the color goes on rich and matte. The brush combs out clumps as you build up and my lashes have never looked huger. I find this works best if you keep building up the product before it dries too much. If you try to add more after the first coat is too dry, it will clump some.
+1point
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Review 13 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Review 14 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Great mascara
-01.29.13
Quick Take: dramatic, luscious, hard to clean
If you want some drama, this mascara is definitely for you. My lashes are long and luscious with this. 1 star off because it is almost impossible to clean off. It is not waterproof, but it might as well be.
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Review 15 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
JG6927
Not That Great
-01.28.13
After being told by a Sephora SA that this is a very good mascara that separates as well as creating volume without flaking, I decided to buy it. I have used it a few times and it does not work at all like I was told. I have to comb my lashes quite a bit to separate the lashes and after just a couple hours, it flakes quite a bit. After wiping flakes away, it continues to flake throughout the day and even flakes right under my bottom lashes. This mascara flakes more than any other mascara I have ever used.
+1point
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Review 16 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
This was fine
-01.26.13
Good staying power but did nothing for volume and smudged a bit by the end of the day. Worked about as well as my stand-by (Clinique Lash Power) but is almost twice the price. It went back.
+1point
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Review 17 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Review 18 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
MelChest
Best Mascara
-01.16.13
Quick Take: volumizing, lengthening
This is by far the best mascara I have ever purchased. Very much worth the price. It doesn't feel flaky like other mascaras I have used and it makes my lashes look thick and long. Love it.
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Review 19 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
LOVE this mascara!!
-01.12.13
Quick Take: worth it!
Goes on smooth, lengthening enough to give a pop during daytime or a couple of coats for vavavoom nighttime eyes. Best part - it stays where it is meant to all day (on my lashes not migrating to my cheeks!) and comes off easily with gentle cleansing. It even stays completely on overnight on the odd occasion I 'forget' to take my make up off - no panda eyes for this gal!!
+2points
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Review 20 for Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara
Almost perfect
-01.07.13
Quick Take: lengthening, defining, lifting
This mascara gives great lift, lengthens and separates beautifully. However it does not add very much volume. If you don't mind that, this will be perfect for you. I love this mascara and if it weren't for the lack of volume it would be my HG mascara.
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