Trust Us: These Volumising Mascaras Give False Lashes a Run for Their Money

Best for: A false-lash effect

Why it's the best: New from L'Oreal Paris, the Paradise Big Deal Mascara ticks all the boxes. Not only does it add serious volume, but it also delivers on length, giving a false-lash effect. It features a flexible wand and the formula is buildable, allowing you to tailor your results.

Who What Wear UK editor review: "This has easily become my favourite mascara I've tried for a long time, and the £13 price tag makes it even more of a bonus. Two coats gives a little more drama without clumping and three coats is enough for a full false lash-look with volume," says beauty editor, Eleanor Vousden.

Best for: Natural-looking volume

Why it's the best: This is an absolute classic. I don't know anyone who doesn't love this mascara. The precise brush coats every lash for a separated, voluminous finish. Plus, the formula is enriched with provitamin B5 to care for your lashes too.

Who What Wear UK editor review: "Lancôme Hypnôse is, hands down, one of the best mascaras ever made. While it isn't the first formula that might come to mind when you think of volume, it is, in my opinion, the best mascara out there for creating natural-looking fullness. It's one of those mascaras you just know will never let you down in that it delivers a fuller, longer, more prominent lash with zero fuss. I love the way the natural bristles coat every lash for a fuller look that never feels like too much, making it the ultimate daily mascara choice for those who, like me, take a more minimal, natural-looking approach to their makeup," says beauty director, Shannon Lawlor.

Best for: An alternative to black mascara

Why it's the best: Benefit's BADgal BANG! Volumising Mascara is such a popular choice, and you can now get it in this limited-edition brown shade for a more natural finish. The volumising formula coats and separates every lash, and the flexible brush makes it easy to apply multiple coats.

Who What Wear UK editor review: "I love this mascara. The wand is so easy to use, makes my lashes look voluminous and the brown shade looks so soft and natural for everyday wear," says junior beauty editor, Grace Lindsay.

Best for: Buildable volume

Why it's the best: Designed to deliver 28 hours of volume and curl (yes, really), this mascara is one to reach for when you want to make a statement. The formula features plumping polymers alongside jojoba waxes to nourish your lashes while it gets to work. The curved brush may be a little bigger, but it makes sure to coat every lash, every time you use it.

Who What Wear UK editor review: "I saw this mascara being used backstage at London Fashion Week, and was desperate to give it a go. While it didn't add as much volume as I expected after just one coat, you can easily build it up for seriously intense impact," says junior beauty editor, Grace Lindsay.

Best for: Affordable volume

Why it's the best: If you've ever read anything we've written about Maybelline mascaras, then you'll know that this is the one to rely on for volume. Yep, it provides serious impact without breaking the bank. It has a collagen-infused formula and a double curved wand so it ticks all the boxes. For just £9, you can't go wrong.

Who What Wear UK editor review: "This mascara is proof that the size and shape of the wand makes all the difference. Although it's not great for defining individual lashes, if you like a thick, clumpy lash effect, this is the Maybelline mascara for you," says contributing beauty editor, Grace Day.

Best for: Separating lashes

Why it's the best: I know what you're thinking, another L'Oréal mascara? Sorry, but they really are the best. As the name suggests, this mascara adds lots of volume thanks to the extra-large brush, which features both long and short bristles to separate and coat every lash. Yep, no clumping here.

Who What Wear UK editor review: "I've used this mascara for as long as I can remember. It's such a reliable option for everyday volume. It can smudge a little bit sometimes, but for the results, I really don't mind," says junior beauty editor, Grace Lindsay.

Best for: Subtle volume

Why it's the best: This chic mascara features a long-wearing formula that never smudges, yet still manages to add subtle volume. It has a curved brush to contour the lashes and while one coat adds a fluttery effect, you can easily build it up for more impact.

Who What Wear UK editor review: "In my opinion, Vast Lash is one of the best mascaras around. It adds subtle volume that doesn't blow your socks off, but still manages to make all of the difference. It's one of those formulas that you can swipe on in seconds and be on your way," says beauty director, Shannon Lawlor.

Best for: An evening makeup look

Why it's the best: Yes, this mascara is beautiful to look at, but it also looks beautiful when applied to the lashes. It comes with an oversized brush to help boost volume, alongside a long-wearing formula with smudge-resistant boosters to make sure your lashes look good all day (or night) long.

Who What Wear UK editor review: "This is the mascara I reach for when I'm going out with the girls or heading on a date night with my boyfriend. I love how it makes my lashes looks, as it makes them stand out just that little bit more. Plus, it never smudges which is a huge plus for me," says junior beauty editor, Grace Lindsay.

Best for: Defined volume

Why it's the best: Okay, I swear this is the last L'Oreal mascara in this roundup. I can't help it, the formulas are so good! The Volume Million Lashes Panorama Mascara has been designed with multi-level bristle brush technology to coat every single lash to add defined volume and a beautiful fluttery effect.

Who What Wear UK editor review: "I've been testing this mascara and the results are really impressive. Although it can transfer a little bit throughout the day, it adds so much volume and defines my lashes, all for £13," says beauty editor, Eleanor Vousden.