I’ve been using the waterproof mini-brush version of Maybelline Lash Discovery Mascara in very black for several weeks, and I really like it.

The Maybelline website says

Lengthens and defines lashes
Exclusive mini-brush allows you to reach hard to get lashes - from corner to corner, root to tip and bottom too
Waterproof formula lasts all day without clumping or globbing
Contact lens safe and hypoallergenic
Available in Washable, Waterproof and Curved Brush

and for the most part I agree with them. I can definitely see my lashes when I use this, and the mini brush does make it a lot easier to reach those hard to get lashes.

Unfortunately I do have a tendency to end up with the slightest raccoon eyes at the end of some days.

I’m not sure if it’s my other makeup, my oily skin, or the humid weather here in the South, but most mascaras do end up smearing on me, and usually they smear a lot more than this one does!

I will definitely be repurchasing this again, and I’ll try to update you on how waterproof it is after I wear it in the ocean!

If you’ve tried this, or if you have another favorite mascara, leave a comment and tell me about it!

PS - This is definitely one time where it’s best not to let the mascara dry between coats.

If it dries it gets a lot clumpier.

I also managed to bend the mascara wand while putting it back in the tube the second time I used it, and although some people like bent wands, I’m not one of them.

PPS - If you want to see what Elke says about it, you can read her review on her blog.