Gone are the days of boring black because colourful mascaras are taking over our feeds and immediately getting added to our shopping carts. This pop of colour adds a fun, creative edge to any beauty look–whether it’s your no-makeup makeup look that needs an extra little something or you want to make a bold statement for a night out. Colourful mascaras are an effortless way to switch things up.
Black mascara will always be the little black dress of beauty, but sometimes you need a sequinned maxi instead. Colourful mascaras are flipping the script, turning lashes into statement accessories—because why should eyeshadow have all the fun? Whether you’re leaning into the Y2K revival with frosted blues or giving grunge a twist with vampy plums, a swipe of pigment is the easiest way to make your lashes part of the look, not just an afterthought.
They work for both minimalists and maximalists—choose from a range of electric blues to deep plums and reds. Here are the best formulas that deliver long-lasting pigment, volume, and drama.
Diorshow Pump ‘N’ Volume XXL Volume 24h Wear Squeezable Mascara
Dior’s cult-favourite mascara gets a playful twist with its blue and brown variations. The ultra-pigmented formula delivers intense volume and definition, while the squeezable tube ensures you get just the right amount of product. Whether you’re going for a statement blue lash or a softer brown finish, this mascara makes it easy to experiment.
YSL Lash Clash Extreme Volume Mascara
If you love bold, high-drama lashes, YSL’s Lash Clash mascara is a must-try. Available in black, blue, and brown, this smudge-proof, ultra-pigmented formula provides up to 200% more volume in just one coat. The oversized brush ensures maximum impact, making it perfect for anyone who loves a bold lash look.
Colorbar Starlight Wand Color Mascara
For those who want a truly poppy lash moment, Colorbar offers an impressive shade range—including dark yellow, emerald green, and glittery silver. The lightweight, buildable formula makes it easy to customise your intensity, whether you prefer a subtle tint or a bold, editorial finish.
Colourpop BFF Mascara
Colourpop’s BFF Mascara is a budget-friendly favourite that doesn’t skimp on performance. Available in fiery red, bright teal, and electric purple, the creamy, buildable formula offers a full-colour payoff. The fibre-enriched formula also helps add length and volume, making it a great all-in-one product.
Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara
As the name suggests, this waterproof mascara is designed to stay put all day long—whether you’re at a pool party or dancing till dawn. Infused with bamboo extract and fibres, it adds length, curl, and volume without weighing your lashes down. The new coloured versions give you the same staying power with a playful twist.
Benefit Cosmetics BADgal BANG! BIGGER, BADDER Volumizing Mascara
If you love long, fluttery lashes, Benefit’s BADgal BANG! mascara is a solid choice. This lightweight, smudge-proof formula contains provitamin B5 to condition lashes, while the custom-designed brush ensures precise application and maximum volume. The bold colour options add a fun, unexpected touch to your look.
Chanel Noir Allure
Chanel’s take on colourful mascaras is all about sophisticated, high-impact drama. The formula, infused with three naturally derived waxes, delivers volume, length, and curl in one sweep. Whether you opt for a classic shade or one of their deeper hues, this mascara ensures a luxurious, fanned-out finish with a touch of Parisian elegance.
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