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Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara vs Voluminous Lash Paradise Washable Mascara

L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Washable Mascara edges out Lancôme Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara, 8.1 to 7.5. It wins on shade range, value and community love.

Benefit fingerprints

What each one does.

Lancôme Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara

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L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Washable Mascara

HydrateClarifyRenewGlowCalm & ProtectHair & ScalpFinish & WearScentMoistureBarrierBreakoutsOil & PoresCleanseLines & FirmnessTextureEye AreaEven ToneRadianceSensitiveProtectRepairShape & ShineScalpFinishWearCoverageLashes & BrowsFloralGourmandFreshWoody & AmberHydratingPlumpingLong-lasting moistureBarrier repairDryness reliefFlaking reliefAcneBlackheadsClogged poresOil controlPore refiningShine controlMakeup removalDouble cleansingFine linesFirmingCrepinessSmoothingResurfacingBumps & KPDark circlesPuffinessDark spotsHyperpigmentationAcne marksBrighteningDullnessGlass skinSoothingRednessIrritation-freeUV protectionNo white castAntioxidantOdor controlDamage repairSplit endsHeat protectionCurl definitionFrizz controlVolumeShineScalp careHair growth supportDandruffColor protectionMatteDewySatinNaturalLong-wearTransfer-proofWaterproofBuildableSheer coverageMedium coverageFull coverageBlurringLash lengthLash volumeCurl holdBrow definitionFloralWhite floralRoseVanillaGourmandCaramelCitrusFresh & cleanAquaticGreenWoodyAmberMuskySpicyHydrateClarifyRenewGlowHair & ScalpFinish & WearScent

Side by side

Every detail, compared.

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Beauty score
7.5Good
8.1Great
Payoff & performance30% of score
8.3
8.3
Wear time15% of score
7.9
7.9
Shade range & inclusivity15% of score
5.8
6.8
Value20% of score
6.6
8.8
Community love20% of score
8.3
8.4
Community
No ratings yet
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PriceTypical, checked by our editors
$30.00/ 0.27 ozMid-range
$13.99/ 0.28 fl oz / 8.3 mlDrugstore
Price per ounceLowest wins
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$49.85 / oz
What it does
  • Curl hold
  • Lash volume
  • Lash length
  • Long-wear
  • Lash volume
  • Lash length
  • Long-wear
  • Buildable
Made for
All skin types
All skin types
Format
Mascara
Mascara
Texture
Lightweight gel formula applied with a curved, dual-sided elastomer wand with 360 micro-bristles (brand description)
Brand describes a washable, feathery-soft formula infused with floral oil, applied with an ultra-soft wavy brush of 200+ bristles
ShadesMore wins
2
5
Fragrance-free
Yes
Yes
Claims
Fragrance-free, Paraben-free, Silicone-free
Fragrance-free, Ophthalmologist-tested
Brand origin
🇫🇷 French pharmacy
🇫🇷 French pharmacy
Video reviews
Best for
  • • Straight lashes that need lift without clumps
  • • A natural, fanned-out everyday lash look
  • • Drugstore shoppers wanting dramatic, fluffy volume
  • • Sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers
  • • Anyone looking for a lower-cost alternative to prestige volumizers
Strengths
  • Curved wand lifts and fans lashes; 95% of a 103-woman brand panel saw instant lift
  • Lightweight gel formula that bloggers say doesn't flake through a full day
  • Formulated without fragrance, oil, parabens and silicones
  • Soft 200+ bristle brush builds full, feathery volume
  • Fragrance-free and ophthalmologist-tested for sensitive eyes
  • Washable formula removes with soap and water or micellar water
Watch-outs
  • Only two shades
  • Not waterproof; the waterproof version is a separate product
  • Only black and brown shades
  • Some long-time users report recent tubes drying out, clumping or flaking sooner

FAQ

Quick answers.

Which is better, Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara or Voluminous Lash Paradise Washable Mascara?

L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Washable Mascara edges out Lancôme Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara, 8.1 to 7.5. It wins on shade range, value and community love.

Which costs less?

Lancôme Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara typically sells for about $30.00 and L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Washable Mascara for about $13.99, based on retail prices when we last checked.

How do you score them?

Both are scored on the same five-factor rubric (payoff & performance, wear time, shade range & inclusivity, value, community love), using the formula or specs, verified creator reviews, community consensus and value. Brands can’t pay for placement.