The Best Brown Mascaras for a Natural Lash Look

August 15, 2022

By: Ariel Wodarcyk | Makeup.com by L'Oréal

There was once a time I swore I would never give up inky black mascara in favor of brown. I loved the drama black gave and didn't think I could achieve similar results with brown mascara. Now, however, with the abundance of minimalist makeup looks and lash-enhancing treatments like lash lifts and tints trending, brown mascara has become a go-to in my makeup rotation. It adds length, volume and definition to my lashes while also offering a soft contrast to my daily look of blush, eyebrow gel and lip gloss.

Plus, brown mascara works for all hair colors and skin tones. While it’s beloved by blondes and redheads for its natural effect, it works for those with darker hair colors and lashes too, delivering the perfect soft daytime glam. For the brown mascaras our editors love the most, keep reading.

Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara in True Brown

If you’ve yet to fall in love with brown mascara, let a drugstore formula be your jumping off point. This one went viral on TikTok for its impressive lengthening capabilities and ability to deliver lightweight, clump-free volume in a single coat.

Lancôme Définicils High-Definition Mascara in Deep Brown

Lancôme Définicils is a cult-favorite mascara for offering length and clean, natural-looking definition. In a dark brown shade, it does just enough to make your lashes pop – think a very subtle set of lash extensions.

L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara in Black Brown

For lashes with fluffy, fanned-out volume, look no further than this drugstore-favorite mascara. Available in Black Brown, it’s slightly more dramatic than its true brown counterparts, making it a good choice for those who are a little nervous about switching from traditional black. Pair it with a brown eyeliner to enhance the rich espresso shade.

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes Mascara in Dream Pop

This mascara lifts straight lashes like a curler and gives all-day volume and length. Dream Pop is a chocolate-cherry shade that offers a soft, romantic contrast and warmth to all skin tones and hair colors.

Pixi Beauty Large Lash Mascara in Best Brown

A smudge-proof, water-resistant formula is key to have in your mascara rotation. This one offers buildable, clump-free volume in a deep brown shade that will complement, not compete with, your everyday makeup look.

Design: Juliana Campisi