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Thankfully, there are tips and tricks to prevent your mascara from giving you raccoon eyes.

This technique gives you better control over the amount of product you use and the way it’s applied.

Woman applying mascara to lashes

When done, apply your concealer as normal.

Created with a small, thin wand, it’s the perfect size for bottom lashes.

Formulated with Vitamin E and panthenol, this waterproof mascara is gentle on sensitive eyes.

Woman with mascara on lower lashes

Its gel formula creates a no-smudge finish and gives long lashes with a lightweight feel.

Cruelty-free and made without oil or parabens, it’s gentle on the eyes.

TheL’Oreal Telescopic Original Waterproof Mascarais a godsend for watery eyes.

Defining and lengthening each lash, this mascara gives a natural look with an extra bit of oomph.