20 Of The Best Tubing Mascaras If You're Looking For Smudge-Free Length *And* Easy Removal

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02-04-2025

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If you thought you had to choose between impossible-to-remove waterproof mascaras and living with raccoon eyes, we have good news.
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1. Tarte's tartelette™ XL tubing mascara glides on smooth for 24 hours of flake-free and smudge-proof wear that wipes away with just warm water and zero harsh scrubbing.
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Promising review:"OMG, this mascara is everything!! It makes my lashes SO long and fluttery, like I got lash extensions. It doesn't smudge or flake all day. It comes off so easily with just warm water no scrubbing needed! My lashes feel soft, not crunchy, and it gives the perfect lift. I'm obsessed and will never use another mascara again!! 10/10 recommend!" — Amoolaaa
Get it from Tarte or Sephora for $15+ (available in two sizes and two colors) or Ulta Beauty for $27 (available in two colors).
2. Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash™ Extensions Mascara wins awards for this best-selling formula, which delivers all the smudge-proof staying power you'd expect in a range of fun shades not often available for tubing products.
Thrive Causemetics
Promising review:"I keep coming back to this mascara, it is truly the best and worth the price. The tube is generous size the product high quality. It has a great applicator to separate and lengthen lashes and no clumping. It washes off easily and stays on all day. The color is perfect and it is cruelty free which I love." — Kellie H.
Get it from Thrive Causemetics for $26 (available in six colors).
3. E.l.f.'s Lash Xtndr tubing mascara wraps each lash in a hug-like layer of elongating goodness so you can enjoy the next-level va-va-voom you thought only falsies could deliver.
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"I am not a new human to the tubing mascara game, and in fact, I readily spent $26 on the famous OG blend from Blinc every time it needed replacing. I didn't even love it for the length half as much as the fact that tubing mascara like this genuinely never smudges, but can I just say — regardless of price, the E.l.f. tubing mascara formula blows all the others I've tried out of the water. It gives me way more length and volume than other brands, slides on so much more easily, stays put ALL day, and never, ever smudges. My favorite part, though, is how gently and easily it comes off with soap and water. In the past, other mascara removals have felt rough on my lashes, but this comes off so fast that I'm like ??? was I even wearing mascara a minute ago?? Anyway, I hesitate even writing this review because I want to gatekeep the hell out of this before it sells out, but the world needed to know. I'm a big fan of the brown shade (which is what I'm wearing above!), but it also comes in black and soft black."
Get it from Amazon for $7 (available in three shades).
4. L'Oreal Paris Double Extend Tubing Mascara packs two high-preforming products in one travel-friendly tube with a nourishing primer on one side and elongated tubing tech on the other.
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Promising review:"So easy to use and take off!! I love that it comes with the primer and mascara in the same tube! Makes it so easy to grab and go! It's also very buildable so you can choose how much volume you want. Doesn't transfer throughout the day, which might be my favorite thing about it. I also love that all you need to take it off is water, which makes it so easy and quick!" — Ava holley
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
5. Milani Highly Rated Lash Extensions Tubing Mascara lifts even the straightest lashes with a conditioning combination of shea butter and castor seed oil to help you look your best without compromise.
Milani
Promising review:"I am an avid user of waterproof mascaras because I always have an issue with transferring/smudging/bleeding. This stuff did NOT disappoint! And it is SO easy to remove!! I think I found my new fave!" — Heather
Get it from Milani or Ulta Beauty for $13.99.
6. Caliray Come Hell or High Water Tubing Mascara layers like a dream with a water- and life-proof formula to ensure you get the right level of drama for your day every time, no matter how many coats it takes.
Sephora
Promising review: "Love this stuff! I have gluten, dairy, and egg allergies. Finding friendly makeup is challenging. I have no reactions to Caliray mascara; my lashes look fantastic, there are no residue smudges underneath my eyes, and the brush is soft, not stabby. Complete win." — LeahSan
7. Essence Bye Bye Panda Eyes Tubing Mascara redefines budget-friendly results by delivering luxurious length in a vegan and cruelty-free product that's under $5!!!!!!
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Promising review:"One of the best tubing mascaras I've tried!! Plus, the price is great. It's better than another I tried that was over $20. My new go-to! Stays on all day, doesn't flake, and super easy to remove with just warm water." — Aurora Attinasi
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $14.97.
8. Clinique Lash Power Tubing Mascara perfects the coveted no-makeup makeup look with a long-lasting formula that's gentle on sensitive eyes yet can stand up to all your sweatiest, teariest outings.
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Promising review: "I just bought this and tried it for the first time. My lashes are short and I wanted something to lengthen them and make them bolder. I have used it for two days and have gotten some many compliments on my lashes. It definitely makes a difference. My coworkers said it looks like I got them done professionally. It gives it a nice curl, bold color, and my lashes look longer with no flaking. I am sold!" — DebP
9. Hourglass Unlocked Instant Extension Mascara tricks onlookers with length and definition so impressive they'll think you shelled out for extensions.
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10. Heroine Make Long Up Waterproof Mascara transforms your normal human lashes into something more like the swoon-worthy look of your favorite anime girly. You are the protagonist of this story, after all, and it's best always to be prepared for moments when batting your lashes is called for.
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Promising review: "This mascara is the only one that gets my eyelashes to stay after I curl them! My eyelashes are super straight and usually fall when I use any regular mascara. But this keeps them up all day long, with no falling whatsoever! To remove the mascara, you definitely need some kind of oil-based makeup remover or waterproof makeup remover. That seems to do the trick in getting this off pretty easily. I will definitely repurchase this again and again!" — Sofia Hernandez
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
11. Maybelline Sky High Mascara stays all day with a waterproof formula that has earned praise and 5 stars from more than 76,000 reviewers. Think of this as a hybrid between a standard and tubing mascara, since some reviewers report a slightly more involved removal process. Special shoutout to the Flex Tower applicator brush that bends to ensure that no lash gets left behind.
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Promising reviews:"Best tubing mascara that doesn't weigh down lashes after curling. It made my lashes stay up all day." — Keana
"I really like the lengthening this provides and I especially like how flexible the head is. It helps me with application and control. It does not come off as easily as tubing mascaras, but it does give the same effects." — Amy J Turner
Get it from Amazon for $8.32 (available in seven colors).
12. Merit Clean Lash Lengthening Mascara treats lashes to a vegan and cruelty-free blend of plant-based rice bran wax — for structure and length — and nourishing fatty acids that conditions with every wear.
Sephora
Promising review: "Hands down, my new HG mascara! I love a light, natural, 'everyday' kind of look, and this mascara is amazing! And CLEAN! What?! It wears so well — not a smudge or flake in sight after a full day of wear. I remove it easily and cleanly when I wash my face at night, using my cleansing oil, warm water, and a Makeup Remover cloth. It felt soft all day, gave incredible length (I curl my lashes first), and had no clumps. So smooth and lightweight. I got so many compliments ... 100% new fave!" — marchgirl7
Get it from Merit or Sephora for $26.
13. No7 Stay Perfect Mascara promises big drama (only the good kind) with a volumizing formulation that stands up to rain, tears, and sweat, without smudging or flaking ruining your look.
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Promising review:"Cannot say enough good things about this!!! I have the oiliest skin that makes every waterproof mascara I've tried smear. I recently have been making the switch to nontoxic makeup & came across this tubing mascara, looked at the ingredients, realized they were good & it was a great price point. Figured I would give it a try. Does not smear at all. Not at alllll. Even in Texas summer heat. Easily removes. Makes my short eyelashes look long. Obsessed." — Rebecca
14. L.A. Girl Volumatic Tubing Mascara packs a spurge-worthy punch of length, lift, and fullness into one $7 tube you'd likely pay more for but will be glad you don't have to.
Ulta Beauty
15. Blinc Amplified Tubing Mascara started the tubing phenomenon over 30 years ago and continues to deliver glamorous results worth loving all this time later.
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Promising review:"As someone with chronic dry eye, I have found a lot of drug store mascaras to be more irritating to my eyes, particularly the ones that flake. My ophthalmologist recommended that I try Blinc mascara. It really does create tubes around your eyelashes that are super easy to wash off...the tubes just slide off with soap and water. I haven't noticed any problems with flaking, and my eyes are less irritated when using this product when compared to regular drug store mascaras. I have reordered this product." — Jane B.
Get it from Amazon for $26 (available in black and dark brown).
16. Half Caked Totally Tubular Tubing Mascara delivers the length and volume to your lashes without any of the smudging. Their clean, vegan, cruelty-free formula is perfect for those who wear contacts or just have sensitive eyes — hurrah!
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Promising reviews:"I absolutely love this mascara! I was blessed with long lashes and The Heights Totally Tubular makes them look even longer and fuller. Have one at work, home and in my purse at all times. I like the way it washes off too. You have to try it!" — Amy
"Holy grail product for short straight Asian lashes. They make my natural lashes look so long. I love the tubing effect. BUY THIS!! Won't regret it if you want to take a break from falsies." — Annie A.
Get it Half Caked or Amazon for $14 (available in two applicators).
17. Dime Volume Mascara goes on smooth — aka no clumps or flaking. Thanks to the squalene, cacao, and vitamin B5 formula, your lashes will stay damage-free, moisturized, and shiny.
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Promising review:"This mascara is absolutely amazing! There is absolutely no smudging around the eyes. Even if you don't take it off before bed, it still looks good the next morning. On the other hand, you don't need to use any sort of make up remover at all to get it off. You just simply get it wet and it comes right off with your fingertips. I love this mascara and I'm so glad I found it this past year!" — Jess W
18. Kvd Long Sleeve Tubing Mascara lasts for 24 hours and gives length, definition, curl, and volume to your lashes. Plus it doesn't smudge or flake — what more could you ask for?
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19. Unidollss Tubing mascara lengthens your lashes in just a few swipes with its vegan and cruelty-free formula. Reviewers rave about how to doesn't smudge *at all* — aka no more raccoon eyes!
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Promising review:"Never have I tried a more amazing mascara, and believe me, I have tried a ton. My lashes are incredibly long, yet feathery without any clumping. If I want them even longer, I just apply another layer, not that it is necessary. Unlike some of the tubing mascaras that are gummy and difficult to remove, this works just as well if not better in one step instead of two. It does not leave you looking like a raccoon at the end of the day as it stays perfectly in place. I've had compliments from co-workers, and even my students have noticed. Best of all, my husband thinks it looks incredible! My search for long, luscious lashes are over." — Lisa
20. Kevyn Aucoin curling tubing mascara that doesn't just lengthen lashes, it also lifts.
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Promising review:"With all-day wear, this mascara is your beauty confidante from morning coffee to evening cocktails. It's like a reliable friend who stays by your side through every laugh, tear, and flutter of your fabulous lashes.
It defines and separates each lash without the drama of unwanted extras. It's like having a personal lash stylist who believes in elegance over chaos.
The easy removal with water is a game-changer. No more wrestling with stubborn mascara; it washes off effortlessly. It's like the mascara that believes in drama during application but a gentle exit when it's time to bid farewell.
In a nutshell, Kevyn Aucoin's The Curling Mascara is an all-day wear, clump and flake-free formula, and the stamp of approval from pro makeup artists, it's the mascara that takes your lashes from ordinary to extraordinary. Get ready to bat those fabulous lashes and make heads turn! 👁️✨" — Cindi Willette