The very last step of my makeup routine is applying mascara, so I tend to rush putting it on. However, if I go too fast over my bottom lashes, I usually have to go back and swipe a Q-tip along my lower lash area to pick up any mascara mess. The bigger the mascara wand, the easier it is to make mistakes when going over shorter eyelashes. When I saw the Clinique Bottom Lash Mascara in a magazine, I wanted to try it out and see if I could cover my bottom lashes both quickly and neatly.
I went to Sephora and bought Clinique Bottom Lash Mascara in “01 Black” (it also comes in “02 Black/Brown”). The size of this mascara is similar to the size of a MAC Slimshine Lipstick, so it is much smaller than regular mascara. For example, this bottom lash mascara has .07 oz of product whereas Maybelline The Falsies Volum’Express Mascara (the one I use the most) has .28 oz. The picture above on the right shows how the wand looks like — it’s so tiny and cute. 
Here’s how the mascara wand looks like when I apply it on my bottom lashes. The size is perfect for quick, mess-free application. I also find this wand works great on the hard-to-reach shorter upper lashes near the inner corners of my eyes.
If you click to enlarge the picture above, you can see how my bottom lashes look with and without Clinique Bottom Lash Mascara. Although I can get my lower lashes to look lengthened and defined with my regular mascara, using the smaller wand is very precise and it doesn’t result in clumping! I also like this mascara’s long-wearing formula — I was worried at first since it doesn’t say it’s waterproof on the packaging, but I wore it the whole day (and I have watery eyes) and it didn’t smudge at all. The only drawback is that this Clinique Bottom Lash Mascara is $10.00 for such a little amount of product, but I still think it’s worth it for me to be able to define my bottom and shorter lashes so quickly. Overall, I really like this nifty little mascara (so much that I would buy it again when I run out)!
Hey I like how your lashes look in the after picture. I really like the neutral eye too! I just avoid applying mascara on my bottom lashes all together because I don’t have the patience but I might consider getting this. Thanks for the info! Also, I’ve been wearing make up more often now. I feel very comfortable wearing it. I don’t feel like a mess. I actually feel like I know what I’m doing when I apply it. Thanks for your blog!
WOW! What a difference. Looks great!
Oh my Gosh! I love it… i never do my bottom lashes.. but i might start from now on..
P. S. I’m officially addicted to your blog
Hi Jesi,
Thanks! This neutral eye is the same as the one I did for this look:
http://www.nerdygirlmakeup.com/2010/11/24/pale-pink-and-brown-with-bright-pink-lips-look/
It’s actually what I always do when I am rushing out the door.
That’s so awesome that you’re enjoying your makeup! Let me know when you’re ready to share one of your makeup looks on the site!
Thanks Lily!
Awww thanks Monica! Sometimes I don’t do my bottom lashes depending on the type of look I’m trying to achieve, but I think I end up doing it most of the time (hence the need for this tiny mascara) haha
Oh Wycee I really want to but I can’t find my camera charger and I tried a cell phone charger because it’s like a mini usb but it won’t charge it. So, as soon as I either find the charger or buy a new camera I will let you know.
Sounds good!