InStyle Editors Reveal Their Mascara Cocktailing Methods

"Trish McEvoy High Volume Mascara in Jet Black ($32; nordstrom.com) is pretty much my ride-or-die. But when the mood strikes, I’ll also apply the teensiest bit of Dior Diorshow Waterproof Mascara in Catwalk Blue ($28; sephora.com) on just the tips of my lashes. It makes for an unassuming pop of color, especially when I leave the rest of my face bare."

"For me, the magic happens before mascara is applied: I use Latisse to give me longer lashes (who knew what a difference a sixteenth of an inch could make?). Beyond that, I'm a die-hard BeneFit They’re Real ($24; sephora.com) fan—I use it for day or night because it really separates and defines my lashes and, of course, I curl my lashes with a Tweezerman Curler ($22; sephora.com) before applying it."

"I used to use the Revitalash serum ($98; nordstrom.com) every night, but once my lashes got to the length I liked, I started doing it every two days, sometimes underneath makeup. After two pumps of the lash curler, I'll apply two even layers of Gucci's Infinite Length Mascara ($34; saksfifthavenue.com), followed by one coat of the YSL Babydoll Mascara ($32; sephora.com). I'll usually just leave it as is after that, but sometimes, I'll follow with Eyeko's Black Magic Mascara to finish ($25; nordstrom.com)—the curved brush literally hugs the shape of your lash line for even coverage, and results in the craziest hyper-real volume that almost looks like a set of falsies."

"First, I curl with the Lancome lash curler ($23; nordstrom.com). Then I prep with Lancôme Cils Booster XL Vitamin-Infused Mascara Primer ($26; nordstrom.com). After that I use Too Faced's Better than Sex Mascara ($23; sephora.com). I do a few coats. Lately, I’ve been adding yet another step. The Estée Edit Up & Out Mascara ($24; sephora.com)—just the really small brush to lift out and separate the edges."

"I rely on one formula to get the job done—Charlotte Tilbury’s Full Fat Lashes ($29; nordstrom.com) gives me volume, lift, length and shine. Plus, the glossy jet black tone looks ultra rich."

"I'm monogamous when it comes to mascara—aside from prepping my lashes with Benefit Cosmetics They're Real! Tinted Lash Primer ($24; sephora.com). I find that the primer adds definition and prevents any mascara residue from making its way onto other parts of my eyes. Maybelline Great Lash Lots of Lashes in Blackest Black ($5; drugstore.com) is my go-to mascara, and I apply three coats of it only on my upper lashes every day. I've tried a bunch of mascaras, but this classic formula is the best for making my lashes look thick and full."