Despite having black lashes, I almost always reach for dark brown mascaras. They define and frame my eyes without making too stark an impact – but after much trial and error, I’ve learned that not all shades are created equal.
The best I’ve found? Benefit’s They’re Real! Mascara in Brown (£22, Lookfantastic), a staple in my make-up bag since university. The warm brown isn’t too dark and the plastic bristles really fan out lashes, depositing just enough of the formula without clumping. Two layers does the trick – plus an extra swish through top lashes for added drama. Even better, the tube takes forever to dry out. I won’t be without it. See all of Ava’s brown mascara picks here