7.08.2015

This or That: Lancome Hypnose Star Vs. L'Oreal Miss Manga

Mascara is one of my favorite beauty products. Ok, it is my fave. I admit it! If there's a new one, I must will try it. I tend to love drugstore mascaras, like L'Oreal Miss Manga, but occasionally I will splurge. Once such example is Lancome Hypnose Star. Lancome makes some of my fave high-end mascaras (and they have gorgeous packaging too).


So I decided to put this against a comparable drugstore option, L'Oreal Miss Manga (there are at least three in the Miss Manga series, pictured is the original). I chose it because the wand is similar (see a better picture here) and because Lancome is a subsidary of L'Oreal. Did you know that? I had to find out which is better, this or that?



L'Oreal Miss Manga is on your LEFT, Lancome Hypnose Star is on your RIGHT
This is after 8 hours of wear.


Price--Lancome Hypnose Star is $28.50 (look for it at Sephora) and L'Oreal Miss Manga is $7.99 (drugstores, ULTA). 

Scent & Formula--Both have a scent with Hypnose Star being very strong if you give it a good whiff. The formula is wet" as opposed to a drier mascara. L'Oreal was a bit wetter and thicker. 

Wear--Both had a tiny bit of flaking after an 8 hour day consisting of a 5 yr old and 1 yr old pawing and rubbing at my face. This is also after playing (aka sweating) outside for 1.5 hours in 84 degree temps. Hypnose Star was more prone to clumps on the bottom whereas Miss Manga was clumpier on the top (it is actually marketed for this look).

Length and Volume--Both mascaras were tested individually and side by side for several months in spring and summer conditions, worn a minimum of 4 hours for as much as 14. Hypnose Star gives more length but Miss Manga gave more volume.

This or That--While I enjoyed them both, I would probably purchase Miss Manga since it is cheaper. But it comes down to the look you want as well, as I prefer the Hypnose Star.

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72 comments:

  1. Rachelle (http://pinksole.com/)July 8, 2015 at 5:52 AM

    I really want to try this lancome mascara, great review

    xo
    PinkSole

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  2. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}July 8, 2015 at 6:03 AM

    Both are great but I can definitely tell a difference with the Lancome one! Your eyelashes look amazing!

    <3, Pamela
    Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  3. EmmylouJuly 8, 2015 at 6:39 AM

    I'd give that Lancome a try if it wasn't that expensive...sigh....I'll stick to my Miss Manga for now:)

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  4. UnknownJuly 8, 2015 at 6:54 AM

    I LOVE this............I will be trying the Manga soon...........ty for the post. xxx

    foolsuk.com

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  5. BLovedBostonJuly 8, 2015 at 7:06 AM

    I will always choose Lancome over any other - it's just the best and my mom and sister always wear it so I think of them hehe! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston

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  6. Natalia | Look-A-PorterJuly 8, 2015 at 7:18 AM

    Nice to see them side by side and yes, I'd most likely go with the L'Oreal one, too. x

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  7. NadineJuly 8, 2015 at 8:12 AM

    I don't notice a huge difference between the two with this look. I tend to stay away from mascaras that may have clumping because my eyelashes are sparse and thin...clumping can be disastrous for me! I did know that Loreal was an affiliate of Lancome...so I usually tend to lean towards them more than some other drugstore brands. I really love Lancome though and used to be exclusive to them back in the day. I will always have room in my heart for their mascaras! And their eyeshadows too.

    That is hilarious about the rock bank. Five year olds have the best imaginations! I watch a ton of TV shows, what kind of show are you looking for? Funny? Action?

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  8. Kathrine EldridgeJuly 8, 2015 at 8:28 AM

    Thanks for sharing your experience with these to mascaras. So good to know that I could stick with the cheaper one. :)

    http://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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  9. Kristen @ See You In A PorridgeJuly 8, 2015 at 8:30 AM

    i'm the same as you - mascara is my FAVE. i seriously have like 17 right now, which i know isn't that much for a mascara junkie. i'm not allowed to buy any more for a little while though. i had no idea about l'oreal being under lancome. i have never tried a lancome mascara. currently i'm using the l'oreal voluminous but the original one. i haven't tried the manga one yet.
    ahhh TV show. I recently watched Cranford & Return to Cranford (like a mini series type deal like P&P almost but also not really) and last night I started the mindy project lol. it's funny so far. I have heard so much about Parenthood that one day I am going to binge watch it! I also want to re-watch Doctor Who before I meet one of the stars in August, and her other TV shows The Secret Diary of a Call Girl (pretty funny) and Penny Dreadful, but that's like horror so I don't know if I can handle it!

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  10. MarieJuly 8, 2015 at 8:34 AM

    I love your reviews. I totally want to try Miss Manga. I couldn't find it at my CVS tho. Ugh, gotta try another drugstore.

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  11. Whitney and BlaireJuly 8, 2015 at 8:44 AM

    Love it when you do the This or That posts. I have been trying so many mascaras lately, and I don't feel like any of them have been living up to the hype. I will have to check out the miss Manga.
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

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  12. JillianJuly 8, 2015 at 8:45 AM

    i always love it when the cheaper options wins! and you sound like you have such a fun time with the girls ;) xo jillian - cornflake dreams

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  13. cat eyes & skinny jeansJuly 8, 2015 at 8:49 AM

    I prefer the look of the Miss Manga myself, so I would definitely check that one out!

    P.S. I'm shocked that I actually chose the more affordable brand this time around - I tend to always choose the more expensive products! :P

    xx

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  14. IvetteJuly 8, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    I've been wearing lancome mascara for years but now I'm going to try Miss Manga! Thanks for sharing!

    xoxo Ivette
    http://itgirlapproved.com/

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  15. Laura BJuly 8, 2015 at 9:20 AM

    Honestly I think both look great, especially after 8 hours of wear! I would lean towards the Miss Manga just because I prefer more volume! Great comparison!

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  16. Amy's Fashion BlogJuly 8, 2015 at 9:26 AM

    Going to have to try the manga once my covergirl one runs out. I only watch Netflix. I just watch both season of the young and hungry last month. They are 30 min episodes.

    http://www.amysfashionblog.com/blog-home

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  17. Doused in Pink | Chicago Style BlogJuly 8, 2015 at 9:37 AM

    I like that the less expensive option wins! I've been using L'Oreal Voluminous mascara for years and will give Miss Manga a try!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

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  18. Kate at Green FashionistaJuly 8, 2015 at 9:43 AM

    Love it when the drugstore dupe is comparable to the designer brand! They both look great on you, and now I want to try out Miss Manga :)

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  19. UnknownJuly 8, 2015 at 9:50 AM

    Thanks for testing those both out - they really do like almost identical! I am a HUGE L'Oreal mascara fan. I use the Voluminous and am obsessed with it. Its the best I've ever used - even when I compare to Dior.
    xx, Karen
    Glam Karen

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  20. According to KikiJuly 8, 2015 at 10:01 AM

    Hm that's a tough one. I love the fanned out effect the Hypnose Star mascara gave your lashes. Where as the Miss Manga had more of a spiky appearance. Both are lovely none the less. (:

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  21. Cupcakes and CrossbonesJuly 8, 2015 at 10:30 AM

    I haven't tried either. I'll def check out both!

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  22. Stella CadenteJuly 8, 2015 at 10:47 AM

    This is a great review! Thanks for sharing!

    xx
    Lauren Elizabeth
    Petite in Pearls

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  23. MakeMeUpMiaJuly 8, 2015 at 11:06 AM

    They both make your lashes look fabulous! I love L'Oreal mascaras but have yet to try that one. I have heard such good things about both, I may have to go for each one :)

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  24. Rebecca JoJuly 8, 2015 at 11:11 AM

    I said the word 'accordion' to my grands this weekend & they had no clue what it was :)

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  25. meandmr.comJuly 8, 2015 at 11:12 AM

    I love mascara too-- so these posts are my favorite :)

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  26. CS GemsJuly 8, 2015 at 11:14 AM

    Great info!! I'm ALWAYS trying new mascara and I'll have to check these out!
    You seriously have the prettiest eyes!!
    xo
    Carrie
    CS Gems

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  27. Jaclyn YJuly 8, 2015 at 11:24 AM

    Love this comparison, I always go for L'oreal since they're a subsidiary of Lancome, and I've always been pretty happy with their mascaras!

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  28. DarcyJuly 8, 2015 at 11:25 AM

    I love mascara! I have been obsessed with MAC lately because I keep getting free samples from Nordstrom, but will have to check these out when they run dry!
    www.amemoryofus.com

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  29. Jana @ Jana SaysJuly 8, 2015 at 11:52 AM

    There is a mascara that is marketed specifically for upper lash clumping? Did I understand that right? Because I will spend an extra few minutes declumping my mascara.

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  30. UnknownJuly 8, 2015 at 11:58 AM

    If there is one beauty item I take seriously it's mascara! I have fallen in love with a Rilastil brand that is the best I have ever used at this point. I'll have to give these a try as well! Love it! XO

    Anna
    alilyloveaffair.com

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  31. Tanya DufourJuly 8, 2015 at 12:27 PM

    It would take alot for me to purchase a high end mascara now a days. There are so many awesome drug store ones!

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  32. Shea LennonJuly 8, 2015 at 12:36 PM

    I love trying new mascaras and I always love reading your honest, thorough reviews! I'll have to try the Miss Manga (you know me--I'm too cheap for the Lancome!) next time I buy new. Right now I'm using SuperSizer (L'Oreal maybe?) and I really like it.

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  33. Shannon JenkinsJuly 8, 2015 at 12:54 PM

    I like that the Miss Manga gives more volume and you can't beat the price! Definitely a winner!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles
    

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  34. SouthernElleStyle.comJuly 8, 2015 at 1:17 PM

    I've been on the hunt for a new waterproof mascara. I do try new ones, but every single one I try leaves me disappointing. I guess I like drier mascaras that won't make my eyelashes stick together. Let me know if you find anything like that;)

    what kind of shows do you like? Chef's Table is really good if you like food! I always like to find fashion documentaries, too :)
    Elle
    Southern Elle Style

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  35. victoriaJuly 8, 2015 at 1:55 PM

    Both of these look like awesome mascaras! I've been wanting to try the Miss Manga one since I love big lashes and I'm running out of my current mascara.
    xx, Victoria
    memphismadeblog.com

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  36. UnknownJuly 8, 2015 at 2:25 PM

    I am the same way with mascara! Whenever I see a new one at Ulta or Target, I HAVE to try it. Somehow I managed to walk out of the house without mascara this morning, I must have been in a real fog. I love Miss Manga and the Miss Manga Rock. I like wetter mascaras, the drier one do nothing for my lashes. Check out Friday Night Lights on Netflix! I'm still so obsessed that I'm watching it over again.

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  37. Caroline @ In Due TimeJuly 8, 2015 at 3:24 PM

    Hellllo gorgeous eyes!!! Every time I try other mascaras I always go back to Loreal telescopic!

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  38. Head to Toe ChicJuly 8, 2015 at 4:09 PM

    I love trying out new mascaras! The Miss Manga one I think actually looks prettier, which is a bonus because of the cost. I need to try it out!

    xo,
    Angela

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  39. à la plageJuly 8, 2015 at 4:10 PM

    So excited you asked - TRUE DETECTIVE. Colin Farrel, SO GOOD.

    I absolutely love this thorough review. I did know about Lancome and Loreal, but I always find that Loreal tends to be thicker, like you mentioned. I try to stray from my fave They're Real! but I keep coming back.

    Thanks so much for such a thorough post!!!

    xoxo
    Brenda
    À LA PLAGE style

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  40. willsingformakeupJuly 8, 2015 at 5:02 PM

    I've been so curious about both of these, so I'm glad to see this post! I really like how both of them look on you, so I would like to try both eventually. xoxo Lauren

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  41. RachJuly 8, 2015 at 6:11 PM

    I love that you nanny too! Every time you share a bit about the kids or playing with them it makes me smile! #bandprobz indeed ;)

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  42. AiringMyLaundryJuly 8, 2015 at 7:25 PM

    Stuff to watch? The Tudors. Gilmore Girls. Lost. Gotham. Scrubs. The Office.

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  43. UnknownJuly 8, 2015 at 7:47 PM

    I love the one on the left! I think it looks better <3 Thanks for the tips, I am always looking to find new mascaras!!
    xoxo Amanda
    The Miller Affect

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  44. Amanda KruseJuly 8, 2015 at 8:12 PM

    Mascara is my favorite too! L'Oreal has always been my go-to for mascara! Thanks for the review!

    XO,
    Amanda || www.fortheloveofglitter.com

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  45. twopeasinablogJuly 8, 2015 at 9:02 PM

    I love mascara! It dramatically changes my makeup. I have such thin and light eyelashes, that I have to wear mascara. I love the side by side comparison. How great that the cheaper price mascara is just as good, if not better, than the expensive one!
    Betsy
    http://www.twopeasinablog.com

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  46. UnknownJuly 8, 2015 at 9:49 PM

    Mascara is the one thing I haven't found that I LOVE. I've tried so many different kinds and can't find a must have. I'll have to try these!

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  47. emilymaikoJuly 8, 2015 at 11:00 PM

    I haven't tried Hypnose Star, but I use Miss Manga all the time. And I've also tried the new one that's rockstar manga or something like that.
    http://emilymaiko.blogspot.com/

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  48. little luxury listJuly 9, 2015 at 8:45 AM

    I like the way Hypnose Star looks on you! I think I tried Hypnose a while ago. I bought miss Manga recently and you are reminding me to break it out!

    xoxo,
    little luxury list formerly Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  49. UnknownJuly 9, 2015 at 9:17 AM

    Oh, I didn't know that Lancome was/is a subsidiary6 of L'Oreal! I would like to try Miss Manga, but my trusted mascara is Hypnose by Lancome for years... but the other seems to be great as well!
    DenisesPlanet.com

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  50. Shireen L. PlattJuly 9, 2015 at 9:18 AM

    I've never tried Hypnose but have read good reviews on it. I do like Miss Manga after it dried down a little, it's a decent one and pretty good on my lashes.

    Shireen | Reflection of Sanity

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  51. Audrey AllureJuly 9, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    Great review - I would probably also go for the less expensive option.

    Haha, that's so cute about the girls you look after.

    - Audrey Allure
    http://audreyallure.blogspot.com

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  52. awhiteJuly 9, 2015 at 11:35 AM

    Ooooh, great review. I love Lancome's mascaras, but if I can score a really similar version for less than half the price, I'm game. :)

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  53. Rowena @ rolala lovesJuly 9, 2015 at 11:38 AM

    I'm a big fan of Loreal Miss Manga mascara so I was happy to hear you preferred it to the Lancome Hypnose Star. I usually don't like to pay more then $10 for mascara since I ahve to discard it in a few months.

    Rowena @ rolala loves

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  54. TheChambrayBunny.comJuly 9, 2015 at 12:46 PM

    When I saw the commercials for Manga the lashes looked insanely goofy. You did an amazing review on it! I might actually go try it out for myself now!! <3
    xoxo,
    Amanda | www.TheChambrayBunny.com

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  55. UnknownJuly 9, 2015 at 1:31 PM

    I love the Loreal one and just repurchaed it. They both look great on your lsshes!

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  56. HannahJuly 9, 2015 at 1:59 PM

    Thanks for the great review! I need to try the Manga!

    Hannah Shanae
    hannahshanae.com

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  57. Kimberlee @ I Have A Degree in This!July 9, 2015 at 2:00 PM

    They both look similar enough that I'd opt for the cheaper one. It's not like the Lancome one BLOWS me away. Thanks for the review!

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  58. JaclynJuly 9, 2015 at 3:13 PM

    Mascara is my favorite too. It's the one cosmetic that I can't leave my house without putting on! I like the L'Oréal better from your pictures and the price!

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  59. Kimmy (Beauty Isles)July 9, 2015 at 3:47 PM

    They look pretty comparable. I've never owned a full size of the Hypnose - only deluxe samples (like maybe 4 of 'em) and I really like it. It's funny, but I'm not one that tries many mascaras - now I feel weird, lol. I have no idea what to recommend TV-wise - I feel like there is nothing on there worth watching these days. :/

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  60. Tina BradleyJuly 9, 2015 at 7:27 PM

    Elle, I had no idea about the Lancome L'Oreal connection! Sadly, I am allergic to all mascaras except for Almay. Sigh! T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com

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  61. AnonymousJuly 9, 2015 at 7:30 PM

    Have you ever tried Lash Stiletto from Mabelline? It's my favorite. It makes my lashes look super long and I love the brush! xo
    www.styleiseverythingblog.com

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  62. Midnight CowgirlJuly 9, 2015 at 8:05 PM

    Great comparison! One more reason I need to try Miss Manga :)

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  63. AshleyJuly 9, 2015 at 8:45 PM

    I prefer the Lancome one, but I can never bring myself to spend that much on mascara! I love that you told us about your band problems. lol :)

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  64. Tiffany of Macarons and CoffeeJuly 9, 2015 at 10:52 PM

    I use the Miss Manga and LOVE IT!!

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  65. UnknownJuly 10, 2015 at 10:06 AM

    LOVE this side by side comparison!! I bought the Miss Manga a few weeks ago and only gave it one try -- I need to break it out and try again! looks great!

    xo, Christina

    Fitness & Frills

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  66. KristynJuly 10, 2015 at 10:46 AM

    im a huge fan of the lance mascara but it looks just as good as miss manga

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  67. UnknownJuly 10, 2015 at 12:59 PM

    Great info...I love when drugstore beauty products wine..I'm a huge fan of Maybelline for mascara!

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  68. Kerry @ Till Then Smile OftenJuly 12, 2015 at 9:20 PM

    The Manga does look fuller. I can't cheat on my Lash Sensational though. ;)

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  69. KellyJuly 12, 2015 at 9:35 PM

    They look pretty similar, I like them both and your eyes are so pretty!

    xx Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

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  70. kristenJuly 13, 2015 at 12:14 AM

    Ha ha! I love the Extra Elles! The rock band thing is cracking me up! That is hilarious and so cute! You know I'm a HUGE Miss Manga lover, but oddly enough, I hate Hypnose Star! It was at least 1 year and a half ago when I tried it (way before I got Miss Manga-fied) but your side by side is compelling evidence that maybe I was wrong! They look identical on the lashes! Though that's good b/c it's a nice $ savings to stick with Manga! Thanks, Elle!

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  71. UnknownJuly 13, 2015 at 9:51 AM

    The Lancome mascara really made a difference…I need to try this stat! Great review as always…thanks for sharing!

    xo,
    Brooke | KBStyled

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  72. Lesia JoukovaJuly 18, 2015 at 9:27 AM

    Haha! I loved the TMI on the little girls band :) How curious that you don't get to pretend play just the one instrument...

    http://taleofthegreat.com

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