It’s hard to know where to start when looking for the right mascara. Just a quick run through the drugstore and you’ll see more types of mascara than you could wear in an entire year, so how can one possibly know which one is right for you? I’m here to help, but first, let’s start with the basics. Washable vs. Waterproof Washable mascaras are made with higher water content, so they are easier to remove. Washables tend to be more flexible on the lashes, which means they’re better for the health of your lashes. Waterproof mascaras have a lower water content, and some contain none at all, making them last through sweat, rain, tears, or dampness of any sort. They’re not bulletproof, though. Properly Removing Your Mascara If you want to have any lashes left in a few years, then taking a few extra seconds when taking off mascara is imperative. Roughly removing mascara and not using a removal product can easily pull lashes out and damage the root, potentially making regrowth ha...