These Are the Best Fiber Mascaras for Sky-High Lashes

The cult-favorite formula got even better when they added microfibers to the mix, particularly since they sit in between lashes, rather than on top, reducing irritation even for those who normally aren’t fiber fans. Also noteworthy: The tube, which touts a unique airlock system to keep air from getting in and drying out the mascara.

Some fibers are long and cylindrical, great if you want extra length or that spidery lash effect. But for those who prefer a fuller-looking fringe, this formula is choice. The fibers are heart-shaped, specially made to lay on your lashes in each direction for both length and width. Bonus points for the tapered brush that lets you hit every part of your lashes—without clumps.

Boosting volume and length by an impressive 400 percent, even those with the shortest and sparsest of lashes will be impressed with this fiber formula. Thanks to its reverse cone-shaped brush, you can also easily reach even those itty-bitty hairs out the corners of your eye, lifting lashes for a flirty, cat-eye look. And all that for just six bucks.

Go ahead and ditch your lash curler. The curved wand lifts lashes at a 90-degree angle (and keeps them there for up to 12 hours), while tubing technology adheres to the tips of each hair for an easy, one-swipe, fiber effect.

Talk about high praise: Byrdie's editorial director, Faith Xue, credits this fiber mascara as being "the best one I've ever tried." Sweep on the mascara in the dual-sided tube first, then add the fibers, then apply one more coat of mascara. Amazon users are big fans too, citing both the increased volume and length.

This uses, you guessed it, featherweight Korean paper fibers to create the look of crazy long lashes. Unlike many others, it’s a one-step process and is also easily buildable. Plus, the formula is also enriched with silk proteins to keep the delicate hair strong and healthy. Also nice: It comes off easily with just warm water, no separate eye makeup remover required.

Calling all eye-rubbers and those with watery eyes. This formula is smudge-resistant, so you never have to worry about smears, and also makes lashes look up to seven times more voluminous. It comes in three black shades of varying intensity, too. Try soft black when you want a more natural look, black for every day, and blackest black for the most dramatic effect.

It’s hard to decide what we like best about this pick. Is it the polymer fibers that wrap around each lash for extra length and volume? Or is it the beeswax and vitamin E-infused formula that conditions fringe and delivers a healthy-looking sheen? Happily, there’s no need to choose.

Celebrity makeup artist Troy Surratt drew major inspiration from Japanese beauty when creating the products in his eponymous line. Case in point: The Japanese tubing technology in this formula, which extends each and every lash with tiny microfibers for a defined and dramatic effect. It shrinkwraps the fibers onto the hairs to ward off smudges and raccoon eyes, and the formula is also humidity-resistant.

Ophthalmologist-tested, even contact lens wearers or those whose eyes are easily-irritated won’t have an issue with this formula. Nylon fibers pack length, curl, and volume in every swipe and the oversized, tapered brush is easy to comb through from root to tip and reach even the corners of your eyes. 

In the world of clean beauty, mascara formulas often fall short. But that’s definitely not the case with this paraben-, phthalate-, fragrance-, and sulfate-free pick. The buildable, liquid fiber technology makes for dramatic length and curl (and doesn’t flake or smear), while natural Korean plant extracts boost the strength and health of your lashes.

Instant gratification fans will appreciate that it takes just minutes to score longer lashes (that last for up to 24 hours). But there are long-term benefits, too; use it regularly for thicker, fuller, and longer lashes in three weeks. We’re in.

A spin on the beloved Better Than Sex mascara, this two part system is like liquid extensions. Swipe on a coat of the mascara first (which comes in an extra-inky black hue), then apply the flexible nylon fibers. Top that off with one more coat of the mascara and prepare to be amazed by your new long lashes. Pro tip: Do one eye at a time for the best results.