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Our Roundup
Here's a quick roundup of our findings. Continue reading for the full breakdown!
L'Oreal's Voluminous Noir Balm Mascara is the dupe with the most similar ingredients. Our matching methodology puts it at an 94% ingredient match!
Of all of the dupes for this product, Yves Saint Laurent's Lash Clash Extreme Volume Mascara is the most liked by our community. Our matching algorithm puts it at an 65% overall match!
- L'Oreal Voluminous Noir Balm Mascara 1
- Sarah Creal Back Of The Cab Volumizing Longwear Tubing Mascara 2
- Monika Blunder Beauty Architect Eyes Buildable Mascara 3
- Idun Minerals Mascara Vatn Volume 38°C 4
- Revolution Beauty Wrap Lash Tubing Mascara 5
- ARTDECO Multi Lash Volume Mascara 6
- Revolution Beauty Wrap Lash Tubing Mascara 7
- Lancôme Lash Idôle Curl Goddess Mascara 8
- Revolution Beauty Wrap Lash Tubing Mascara 9
- ARTDECO Endless Lashes Mascara 10
- L'Oreal Telescopic Lift Washable Mascara 11
- Sigma Lash Icon Lengthening & Volumizing Tubing Mascara 12
- Rituel de Fille Levitation Lash 13
- Yves Saint Laurent Lash Clash Extreme Volume Mascara 14
- Ami Colé Lash-Amplifying Mascara 15
- Make Up For Ever Volume Artist Mascara 16
- Colorescience Total Lash Mascara 17
- Alterra Naturkosmetik Sensitive Mascara 18
- ISADORA 10 Sec High Impact Waterproof Mascara 19
- Petite ‘N Pretty Feather Stretch Washable Mascara 20
- Too Faced Naturally Better Than Sex Mascara 21
- Paco Rabanne Eyephoria Famous Mascara 22
- HALF MAGIC Eyelectric Extreme Lengthening Mascara 23
- Isamaya Beauty Lash Lengthening Mascara 24
- Armani Beauty Vertigo Lift Lengthening Mascara 25
- L'Oreal Voluminous Panorama Mascara 26
- Paco Rabanne Rockstar 24h Volumizing Mascara 27
- heimish Dailism Smudge Stop Mascara 28
- Rose Inc Ultra-Black Lash Lifting & Lengthening Serum Mascara 29
- L'Oreal Paradise Big Deal Mascara 30
- Technic Cosmetics Mega Lash Volumising Mascara 31
- BeautyAct 38°C Lengthening Mascara 32
- Tarte Tartelette Tubing Mascara 33
- Lune+Aster Formidable Lengthening Mascara 34
- Beauty Pie Wrap Star Tubing Mascara 35
- CARELINE Bold So Skinny Tubing Mascara 36
- & Other Stories Volumising Clean Mascara 37
- Milk Makeup Rise Mascara 38
Overview
What it is
Mascara with 20 ingredients
Cool Features
It is vegan and reef safe
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for dry skin and scar healing
Free From
It doesn't contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
L'Oreal Voluminous Noir Balm Mascara
95% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 15 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $1.02 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Sarah Creal Back Of The Cab Volumizing Longwear Tubing Mascara
73% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $28.01 more expensive than the original product.
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Monika Blunder Beauty Architect Eyes Buildable Mascara
68% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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Idun Minerals Mascara Vatn Volume 38°C
68% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Revolution Beauty Wrap Lash Tubing Mascara
67% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $0.01 more expensive than the original product.
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ARTDECO Multi Lash Volume Mascara
66% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Revolution Beauty Wrap Lash Tubing Mascara
66% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Lancôme Lash Idôle Curl Goddess Mascara
66% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $4.01 more expensive than the original product.
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Revolution Beauty Wrap Lash Tubing Mascara
66% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $0.02 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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ARTDECO Endless Lashes Mascara
66% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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L'Oreal Telescopic Lift Washable Mascara
65% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $0.98 more expensive than the original product.
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Sigma Lash Icon Lengthening & Volumizing Tubing Mascara
65% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $7.61 more expensive than the original product.
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Rituel de Fille Levitation Lash
65% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $16.01 more expensive than the original product.
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Yves Saint Laurent Lash Clash Extreme Volume Mascara
65% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or silicones.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $17.11 more expensive than the original product.
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Ami Colé Lash-Amplifying Mascara
64% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $7.01 more expensive than the original product.
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Make Up For Ever Volume Artist Mascara
64% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Colorescience Total Lash Mascara
63% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $41.11 more expensive than the original product.
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Alterra Naturkosmetik Sensitive Mascara
63% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 7 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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ISADORA 10 Sec High Impact Waterproof Mascara
63% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Petite ‘N Pretty Feather Stretch Washable Mascara
63% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 6 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $6.01 more expensive than the original product.
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Too Faced Naturally Better Than Sex Mascara
62% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $0.61 more expensive than the original product.
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Paco Rabanne Eyephoria Famous Mascara
62% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $13.01 more expensive than the original product.
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HALF MAGIC Eyelectric Extreme Lengthening Mascara
62% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $13.01 more expensive than the original product.
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Isamaya Beauty Lash Lengthening Mascara
62% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 12 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols and fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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Armani Beauty Vertigo Lift Lengthening Mascara
62% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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L'Oreal Voluminous Panorama Mascara
62% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or silicones. They both contain harsh alcohols and fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $0.98 more expensive than the original product.
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Paco Rabanne Rockstar 24h Volumizing Mascara
62% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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heimish Dailism Smudge Stop Mascara
62% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 6 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $4.70 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Rose Inc Ultra-Black Lash Lifting & Lengthening Serum Mascara
62% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $6.99 more expensive than the original product.
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L'Oreal Paradise Big Deal Mascara
61% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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Technic Cosmetics Mega Lash Volumising Mascara
61% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 7 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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BeautyAct 38°C Lengthening Mascara
61% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Tarte Tartelette Tubing Mascara
61% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Lune+Aster Formidable Lengthening Mascara
61% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 6 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or silicones. They both contain harsh alcohols.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $8.81 more expensive than the original product.
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Beauty Pie Wrap Star Tubing Mascara
61% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $13.01 more expensive than the original product.
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CARELINE Bold So Skinny Tubing Mascara
61% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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& Other Stories Volumising Clean Mascara
61% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Milk Makeup Rise Mascara
55% match
with the ingredients and function of Maybelline Green Edition Mega Mousse Mascara
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan mascaras that contain. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates. They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $7.61 more expensive than the original product.
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