Lancome OSCILLATION - The First 'Vibrating, Infinite Powermascara'

Okay, I admit it.  On July 31st, I was up early and eagerly waiting for my chance to purchase Lancome's newest mascara innovation 'Oscillation' during it's single day pre-launch.  I am really big on lashes, and I've always been a Lancome mascara fan ... although I was definitely skeptical about a battery-operated, vibrating mascara.  But yet, I admit, I could not resist ... I had to try it.

What is Lancome's Oscillation?  It is the first 'Vibrating, Infinite Powermascara' as described by Lancome.  It combines an exquisetly smooth formula with a battery-operated, vibrating brush that oscillates 7000 times per minute.  The result is supposed to be the appearance of extraordinary extension, separation and multiplication of lashes.

I tried to push out of my head visions of the mascara flying off the wand and splattering on my face, or lashes getting twisted and tangled when I turned it on.  I know and trust Lancome, especially when it comes to mascara, so I knew that would not be the case (but the thoughts persisted).

I impatiently awaited Oscillation's delivery.  Yesterday, I got home around 7pm, found it had arrived, and eagerly washed my face and started from scratch with clean, fresh lashes.  All I can say is 'WOOOOOOW'. 

The experience:

Truly remarkable ... my lashes looked longer and fuller than ever before.  I thought it was easy to use - the little button was perfectly positioned on the lid at the head of the wand (what you hold on to when applying any mascara) so it was simple to depress while applying.  The vibration was subtle and more gentle than I had imagined, but definitely effective.  I thought the mascara's consistency itself resembled Definicils (a Lancome mascara staple) ... but a little bit thicker ... and the vibrating brush really gets the mascara from root to tip and 360 degrees around each lash - plus - I think the biggest benefit - it really DOES seem to 'multiply' lashes, because it kind of 'shakes' them apart and picks up each and every one - even smaller or shorter ones towards the corners or in between.  The fact that it gets all the way to the roots perfectly and evenly almost gives eyes the look of being perfectly lined without wearing any eyeliner.  I had NO other makeup on at all and my eyes looked absoutely stunning - almost too good to be true.  I kept it on until after midnight and it did not flake or smudge at all, even the lower lashes, nor did the lashes fall or sag.  I even rubbed one eye by accident and found the mascara to be soft and flexible (not at all brittle) - it bounced right back.

I have to say, I believe I have found my 'Holy Grail' mascara.  Now, I just have to hope this tube lasts me until the actual product release this fall - lest I find myself bidding upwards of $60 on Ebay to get myself another tube!

The long and short of it:

Pros:  Best looking lashes ever.  Everything you want lashes to be - longer, thicker, fuller, more defined and more of them!

Cons:  Somewhat expensive ($34) but worth it.  A little harder than the average mascara to remove because it gets on there so good from root to tip and all the way around each lash.  Just rub gently & be patient.  Remember the worst thing you can do for your lids OR lashes is tug or rub roughly.  

HOT TIP:  Try using a light hand and only a couple of strokes for a natural (but long, full and defined) look.  I found it builds easily so go a few extra strokes for a bolder 'night out' type of look - it won't clump! 

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