Best for... dramatic lashes

Max Factor False Lash Effect XXL Mascara, £11.99, Boots

Many mascaras claim that they increase volume, but this one actually does – lashes look instantly maximised with just one swoop. Its clever brush is hourglass-shaped with bristles arranged like petals that separate and capture each hair. The brush is bigger than most, so might not be the best choice for those with smaller eyes. While we found there was a lot of product on the brush, with a little swish at the top of the tube, the excess is easily removed. Its weightless formula means lashes stay upright and there was no clumping, flaking, or smudging throughout the day.