The Colossal® Waterproof Mascara

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The Colossal® Waterproof Mascara
9X the volume in just one coat!
$ 10.99 
Average rating includes incentivized reviews.
The Colossal® Waterproof Mascara
9X the volume in just one coat!
$ 10.99 

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    Volum' Express® The Colossal® Waterproof Mascara instantly plumps lashes for dramatic volume, without clumps.

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    Average rating for this product: 4.2 out of 5 stars
    Rating Distribution(497 reviews)
    274 reviews with 5 star rating.
    114 reviews with 4 star rating.
    56 reviews with 3 star rating.
    20 reviews with 2 star rating.
    33 reviews with 1 star rating.
    14 out of 41 (34%) of reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.

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    Austria
    Review 1
    Votes 0
    Age55 to 64
    GenderFemale
    Skin Tone:Light
    Eye Color:Blue
    Hair Color:White

    Enttäuschend

    2 months ago
    Doesn‘t keep what she promises!!! Waterproof is probably a joke, does not last even in a dry state.

    No, I do not recommend this product.

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    Response from Maybelline:
    2 months ago
    Consumer Care Center
    Hi there! Thank you for sharing your feedback on our The Colossal Waterproof Mascara. We are sorry to hear that this formula did not provide the waterproof results or the long-lasting wear you expected, and we have passed your comments along to our team for review. For the best results, we suggest ensuring the cap is closed tightly between uses and allowing the product to set completely after application. We invite you to explore our other waterproof options to help you find the perfect match for your lash goals! XO
    Tampa,FL
    Review 1
    Votes 0
    Age25 to 34
    GenderFemale
    Skin Tone:Light Medium
    Eye Color:Hazel
    Hair Color:Red/Auburn

    LOVE IT!

    4 months ago
    Awesome mascara! Love it. It makes my lashes so full.

    Yes, I recommend this product.

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    Review 1
    Votes 0
    Age25 to 34
    GenderFemale
    Skin Tone:Light Medium
    Eye Color:Brown

    not maybelline's best

    2 years ago
    barely works for my eyelashes. weighs them down after applying and undoes any curl i previously made. does a poor job at volumizing my lashes. very wet formula that does not hold a curl and does not volumize! brush is also very messy

    No, I do not recommend this product.

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    Response from Maybelline:
    2 years ago
    Consumer Care Center
    Hello goobie1! Thank you for sharing your comments on the The Colossal®. Feedback from our consumers is very important to us and helps us improve all of our products. We apologize that you did not end up liking this product and appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope you continue to try our products with great success.
    Review 1
    Votes 0
    Age25 to 34

    The Best for Creating Thick, Long Lashes!!

    2 years ago
    Best, beautiful, rich mascara ever!!! It makes the lashes long and thick!!! I do have fairly long and thick lashes to start with but this makes them much fuller and extends them. Been using this for years!!! I will never use another type of waterproof mascara.

    Yes, I recommend this product.

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    Response from Maybelline:
    2 years ago
    Consumer Care Center
    Hi there! We appreciate you sharing your thoughts regarding Maybelline New York Volum' Express The Colossal Mascara. We are glad you like the product! Your comments will be shared with the team. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
    Jacksonville, FL
    Review 1
    Votes 0
    Age18 to 24
    Skin Tone:Light
    Eye Color:Green
    GenderFemale

    smudges a lot

    3 years ago
    i got this from bealls outlet for 5 dollars. its meh. smudges A LOT no matter what i'm doing, on both upper and lower eyelids. also is hard to get outer corners with straight wand. formula at least lasts all day and isnt hard to clean off with a q-tip. i carried one in my purse to fix up every now and then.
    I Find This Product:Fast Drying, Long Lasting, Pigmented

    No, I do not recommend this product.

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    Response from Maybelline:
    3 years ago
    Consumer Care Center
    Hi There! We are so sorry you disliked the Volum Express The Colossal Waterproof Mascara. We highly recommend trying our Volum Express Colossal Curl Bounce Waterproof Curling Mascara instead. This mascara still has the same waterproof formula that you liked in the Volum Express The Colossal Waterproof Mascara but instead of the straight wand is has a Curl ’N’ Bounce brush that separates and curls lashes while its Memory-Curl formula gives curl that lasts. This long wearing mascara delivers lasting bouncy lashes. Not only does it prevent clumpy eyelashes, it defies smudging and has up to a 24HR wear. To purchase this product please click here: https://tinyurl.com/2xeedy8e. Please let us know how you like it, we would love to have your feedback!
    Concord NC
    Review 1
    Votes 0
    Age65 or over
    Lash Concern:Lashes not thick enough
    Skin Tone:Light
    Eye Color:Blue
    GenderFemale

    Just bought last week

    3 years ago
    Smudges terribly. Bought new, went unto a meeting cane out with extreme racoon eyes. Only used on the top lashes

    No, I do not recommend this product.

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    Response from Maybelline:
    3 years ago
    Consumer Care Center
    Greetings! We apologize for your unsatisfactory experience with the Volum Express The Colossal Waterproof Mascara. We acknowledge the disappointment this brought you. We will relay your feedback to our team for their consideration. Thank you.
    Los Angeles
    Review 1
    Votes 0
    Age25 to 34
    Lash Concern:Lashes not thick enough
    Skin Tone:Light Medium
    Eye Color:Brown
    GenderFemale

    Changed the formula - not good anymore

    3 years ago
    Changed the formula - not good anymore. Used to hold lash curl; no longer. Also not as pigmented:/ Bad choice to change formula.

    No, I do not recommend this product.

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    Response from Maybelline:
    3 years ago
    Consumer Care Center
    Hi there! Thank you for reaching out about our Volum' Express The Colossal Waterproof Mascara. We are sorry to hear about your experience with our product. It is possible that minor changes have been made in the formula of a product; however, the performance should meet or exceed previous results and may not be noticeable at all. There are different reasons why a formula might be changed; availability of ingredients, changing industry requirements, and product improvements are common examples. The ingredients listed on the physical product are always accurate listing. We hoped this helps. XOXO!
    Review 1
    Vote 1
    Age65 or over
    Skin Tone:Light Medium
    Eye Color:Green
    GenderFemale

    Super less oily waterproof mascara

    4 years ago
    What I like the most about this mascara is that it is very waterproof, longlasting and most of all less oily and therefore you get beautiful separated eye lashes❣️Thank you Maybelline from Lone Marianne in Denmark
    I Find This Product:Smudge Proof, Long Lasting, Transfer Proof

    Yes, I recommend this product.

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    Response from Maybelline:
    3 years ago
    Consumer Care
    Hi there! Thank you for sharing your feedback on the Volum' Express® The Colossal® Washable Mascara. We are so happy to hear that you are enjoying the results you are getting. We hope that you continue to use our products with satisfaction!
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    Questions

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    Q: Does this mascara use anything that comes from pigs, sheep, lamb, or milk?

    2 years ago
    1 Answer
    • A: Hello there! At L'Oréal, we care for animal welfare and do not test on animals. We are for a world without animal testing. The L'Oréal Group, which includes Maybelline, has always prioritized our consumers' health and safety. There are effective, non-animal ways to ensure the safety of cosmetic products. For example, over 40 years ago, we led the development of human-reconstructed skin that is more accurate for analyzing how cosmetic ingredients and products will behave on human skin. We continue to pioneer new non-animal methods and technologies. For more information, please visit: https://inside-our-products.loreal.com/question-animal-testing-and-alternative-methods
      2 years ago
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    Q: What is teh difference between the Colossal waterf]proof and teh Colassal volume express waterproof. I ordered teh second one from Superdrug but they sen tme the first one.

    6 years ago
    1 Answer
    • A: Hi there! Thank you for your interest in our Volum' Express The Colossal Washable Mascara. These products are the same. We hope you found this information helpful!
      6 years ago
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    Q: Did this Mascara change color from purple font to this bluegreen? I've used Maybelline volume express waterproof since the container was dark blue, then baby blue, then black and silver then now yellow. Want to make sure it's the one I use.

    6 years ago
    1 Answer
    • A: Hi Mavi! We appreciate your interest in our Volum' Express The Colossal Waterproof Mascara. We recently did not do a packaging change, however the purple font you are inquiring about is for the Washable version of this mascara. It is bluegreen for the waterproof. We hope this information helped and you can use this product with great success!
      6 years ago
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    Q: Is this mascara gluten free?

    7 years ago
    1 Answer
    • A: Hey there Megan R! Most ingredients derived from grain sources are highly refined and retain no traces of gluten proteins. For less refined ingredients from natural sources, Maybelline has established strict limits on the level of potentially allergenic proteins. Since individuals exhibit a wide range of sensitivities to these proteins, if you have any questions or concerns you should discuss with your medical care provider. All the ingredients we use in a product are listed on the package or the label of the product itself. For products too small to accommodate the list, a separate ingredient list is available on the display unit in the store for your convenience. Since some ingredients are known by more than one name, we use the standard industry FDA-recognized names. A review of the ingredients that are listed on all of our products or packages will alert you to the presence of this type of ingredient.
      7 years ago
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    Q: what are the ingredients in the colossal volum express mascara

    7 years ago
    1 Answer
    • A: Hi Donut! We are so happy to see you want to learn more about our Volum' Express The Colossal Waterproof Mascara. Here is our ingredient list: ISODODECANE, CERA MICROCRISTALLINA/MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, CERA ALBA/BEESWAX, C8-9 ISOPARAFFIN, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, CERA CARNAUBA/CARNAUBA WAX, AQUA/WATER, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, ALLYL STEARATE/VA COPOLYMER, LECITHIN, SILICA, SODIUM POLYMETHACRYLATE, HYDROGENATED JOJOBA OIL, PHENOXYETHANOL, PEG/PPG-17/18 DIMETHICONE, ETHYLENEDIAMINE/STEARYL DIMER DILINOLEATE COPOLYMER, ETHYLPARABEN, POLYVINYL LAURATE, POLYQUATERNIUM-10, SOLUBLE COLLAGEN, PANTHENOL, PROPYLPARABEN, ISOBUTYLPARABEN, METHYLPARABEN, BUTYLPARABEN, ORYZA SATIVA STARCH/RICE STARCH. [+/- MAY CONTAIN: CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491/IRON OXIDES, CI 77007/ULTRAMARINES, CI 77891/TITANIUM DIOXIDE, CI 75470 CHROMIUM OXIDE GREENS, CI 77289/CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN, CI 77742/MANGANESE VIOLET, CI 77510/FERRIC FERROCYANIDE, MICA.] We hope this information helps!
      7 years ago
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    Q: I have certain allergies and one is MCI/MI. Please send the colossal volum mascara ingredients.

    7 years ago
    1 Answer
    • A: Thank you for asking about our Volum' Express® The Colossal ® Waterproof Mascara! Below we have included our ingredient list for convenience. Further, please know that we do share our ingredient lists on our website for our consumers. We hope this information helps! Volum' Express® The Colossal ® Waterproof Mascara: ISODODECANE, CERA MICROCRISTALLINA/MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, CERA ALBA/BEESWAX, C8-9 ISOPARAFFIN, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, CERA CARNAUBA/CARNAUBA WAX, AQUA/WATER, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, ALLYL STEARATE/VA COPOLYMER, LECITHIN, SILICA, SODIUM POLYMETHACRYLATE, HYDROGENATED JOJOBA OIL, PHENOXYETHANOL, PEG/PPG-17/18 DIMETHICONE, ETHYLENEDIAMINE/STEARYL DIMER DILINOLEATE COPOLYMER, ETHYLPARABEN, POLYVINYL LAURATE, POLYQUATERNIUM-10, SOLUBLE COLLAGEN, PANTHENOL, PROPYLPARABEN, ISOBUTYLPARABEN, METHYLPARABEN, BUTYLPARABEN, ORYZA SATIVA STARCH/RICE STARCH. [+/- MAY CONTAIN: CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491/IRON OXIDES, CI 77007/ULTRAMARINES, CI 77891/TITANIUM DIOXIDE, CI 75470 CHROMIUM OXIDE GREENS, CI 77289/CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN, CI 77742/MANGANESE VIOLET, CI 77510/FERRIC FERROCYANIDE, MICA.]
      7 years ago
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    Q: What is the expiration date on this mascara? Mine is open and it smells weird and has a water consistency.

    8 years ago
    1 Answer
    • A: Hello! Thank you for your question. A mascara has a 3 month shelf life once it has been open. We hope this information is helpful!
      8 years ago
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    Q: I have used the Classic Volume Express Hydrofuge (waterproof) in a navy tube for years but can no longer find it. I assume it has been discontinued. Which current product most closely ressembles the old product?

    8 years ago
    1 Answer
    • A: Hi there! For a similar alternative to the mascara you previously used we would suggest checking out The Volum' Express The Colossal Waterproof Mascara. We hope you enjoy it!
      8 years ago
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    Q: There is no expiration date on mascara package.  How can you tell how old product is?

    8 years ago
    1 Answer
    • A: Hi Tata! Mascara is good unopened for 3 years or longer. Once it has been opened or used, we recommend throwing it out after 3 months! We hope this is helpful information.
      8 years ago
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    Q: you recently discontinued the turbo volum waterproof, would this mascara be the closest substitute? I loved the turbo.

    8 years ago
    1 Answer
    • A: Hi Jcont! The Colossoal Volum' Express Waterproof would be the most similar to the Turbo. We hope that you enjoy this product just as much!
      8 years ago
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