Maybelline Volum' Express the Colossal Review

This is my all time favourite because it is the only mascara that I can find that is 100% waterproof. I'm a swimming teacher, I don't normally wear a face of makeup to work except on the days where I have uni beforehand. Now I don't want to be teaching and having black running down my cheeks.

This is literally the ONLY mascara I have that is completely water resistant and looks amazing. It keeps my lashes looking thick and black and doesn't melt off in the pool. I've even tried other Maybelline mascaras (including Falsies and Mega Plush) and they don't match up to this one.

I have tried other waterproof mascaras and while they don't melt, they do flake off and you're left with black flakes on your cheeks.

So, its completely waterproof.. this does make it hard to remove, you'll need a decent make-up remover, but I find I can get it off with a make-up wipe. I, personally, am not bothered by this because it does exactly what I want it to do, I do know they offer the same mascara in a non-waterproof formula if that's more your thing. Although, I find a waterproof formula holds a curl better, and is more build-able if you want super thick lashes.

I will definitely be re-purchasing. They sell it at my local Countdown too which is extra handy. So if you're looking for a mascara that does the job, and will stay on through tears, rain, exercise and swimming.. THIS IS IT.

This mascara was on sale at Kmart and I decided to get it..  Overall, the Maybelline Volum' Express The Colossal isn't a bad mascara. It doesn't give colossal volume as the name implies but rather, it gives decent volume and length. It can get clumpy if you get carried away so definitely go easy on the application. 

I had concerns about the large wand but it's actually okay and I don't end up with mascara on my lids. I still like to use a lengthening mascara (L'Oreal Butterfly is my current fave) to finish as I like va va voom lashes. 

How does it hold up after a long day?  I do get some smudging after a long day (but get this with most mascaras and I can't use waterproof versions) and wee bit of flaking.

Does it remove easily with regular eye makeup remover?  Yes, but I still need to get rid of the smudges around my eyes with a Q-tip after using a cotton pad to remove my eye makeup. 

Is there a fragrance?  There is a slight fragrance which seems to common with Maybelline mascaras but this one is rather faint (for me anyways) and it doesn't irritate my eyes. (unlike L'Oreal's Million Lashes) 

Would I repurchase? Yes, if it were on sale and I needed a new mascara. Otherwise, I'd still get the L'Oreal Voluminous carbon black and butterfly

I always use this mascara because it just lengthens your eyelashes so much and stays on all day. At times can become clumpy however you can help avoid this. I always get asked if I'm wearing fake eye-lashes when I use this mascara so I highly recommend it if you want that look without all the hassle of glueing them on!

when i first started using this mascara I love it but after using it more I start to dislike it as I would make my lashes look thick and ugly, and found the brush to big as I have little eye lashes but I did like the length it gave my lashes.

I quite like this mascara, I use it all of the time. I really love how it looks at the beginning, however towards the end it does make my lashes look quite thick and clumped together. But I have used this mascara many times and am pretty happy with it :)

I use this nearly everyday ! really makes my eyelashes look much bigger and fuller. last a long time too. Definatly my favourite mascara and would buy again and again.can become clumpy so watch out for that and don't apply to much.

This is my everyday mascara at the moment and its a really good affordable product in my opinion.

The packaging is bright yellow which I enjoy, it adds a fun pop of colour to my makeup collection.

The formula is a nice consistency, not too thick but not too watery. It also doesn't have that much of a smell, it smells like mascara if you sniff the bottle but I can't smell the product when I'm applying it.

I love the big bushy wand, its easy to apply and I can get great length and volume without giant clumps. Not too sure about 9x the volume haha I've never measured (not sure how you would?!). The only thing I don't like is that oftentimes a little too much product comes out on the brush so I have to wipe the brush off before using.

Overall this is a great everyday, affordable mascara that works just as good as some of my higher end ones. It has a great formula and I have been using it for months now and it hasn't dried up. Would recommend and repurchase!

I love this mascara, I have been using this one for ages and it doesn't get too clumpy so is good. And it is not too expensive

I used this mascara for about two years and it made my lashes both longer and fuller. I did not clump and was easily washed off with soapy water or face wipes

This has been my go-to mascara for ages and I have loved it. I haven't been able to find another brand that I liked as much as this. My lashes look amazing- both voluminous and longer. It applies nicely, and is hassle free to remove