Bobbi Brown No Smudge Mascara
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Best smudge-proof splurge
Bobbi Brown No Smudge Mascara
Price: About £31WaterproofBest for: Best smudge-proof splurge
The Independent's best overall waterproof mascara of 2026 (about £31 at Boots). A long-standing choice for people who need it to stay put.
Pros
- Staying power
- Stays clean under the eye
- Good for weddings
Cons
- High price
Who it suits
Anyone who wants a mascara that does not move: The Independent named it best overall waterproof mascara of 2026.
Who should skip it
Bargain hunters: it is about £31 at Boots.
Good to know
Smudge-proof mascaras like this are for long days, weddings, humid weather and swimming-adjacent situations. They can feel heavier than regular formulas. Always use a proper eye make-up remover.
How it compares
- Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof: the budget waterproof pick
- Benefit Badgal Bang Waterproof: a waterproof with more volume
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Prices are indicative; check the retailer. Summary based on published UK reviews, not our own testing.