Shu Uemura Lash Builder and Ultimate Natural Mascara Review

Shu Uemura Lash Builder Eyelash Nourishing Serum












Shu Uemura Ultimate Natural Mascara













I have pretty much given up on my lashes. I have stick-straight, sparse, and short lashes, and fancy mascaras do add some volume and length, but not a lot. That's also the reason why I tend to stick to false lashes when I do dramatic eye makeup or for special events, because they really build my lashes instantly, full-on volume and length in a few minutes.

Here's a new tandem that I've tried, however: Shu Uemura Lash Builder Nourishing Serum and Shu Uemura Ultimate Natural Mascara. The Lash Builder is a base that you apply on your lashes prior to applying the mascara, and it preps the lashes for a lengthier but natural look. I applied the Lash Builder, waited for half a minute, then applied the Ultimate Natural Mascara:


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After using Shu Uemura Lash Builder and Ultimate Natural Mascara

Note: I will be reviewing these two products as a tandem and not as separate products.

Whoa, I loved how it instantly lengthens my short lashes! Not much volumizing properties in my experience, but I always use a separate mascara for volume anyway. This product really makes my lashes look a lot longer without looking clumpy.  It may look clumpy in my photo for some people, but that is just because I have sparse (very few) lashes to begin with, so there's no full feathery lash look for me!

I really like this tandem of the Lash Builder and the Ultimate Natural Mascara.  They give amazing length to my short lashes, and yet don't look clumpy even if I apply one coat too many.  This duo added at least 2-3 mm length to my short lashes!

Pros: Adds a lot of length to lashes, very natural look, not clumpy

Cons: Does not add a lot of volume, may need a separate volume mascara for a lush lash look

All in all, I am impressed with this duo.  I mean, if this can lengthen my super short lashes, I am all for it!  I could not believe how long the products made my lashes look.

You can purchase these products on the Shu Uemura website: http://www.shuuemura-usa.com/

The Shades Of U Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

Note: Media sample was provided by a representative of the brand for consideration.  All opinions are completely mine.