Almay Thickening & Tint Mascara – 402 Black, Buildable Volume & Gentle Tint for Sensitive Eyes

Almay Thickening & Tint Mascara in 402 Black builds visible volume on application while gradually tinting lashes with repeated use, all in a hypoallergenic, ophthalmologist-tested formula.

Designed for everyday wear, this mascara combines an immediate thickening effect with a gentle tinting action over time. The lightweight, buildable formula contains a Lash-Caring Complex and plant-derived powders to create fuller-looking lashes without flaking or clumping. Fragrance-free and cruelty-free, it’s formulated for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers, and avoids common additives like parabens, phthalates, and mineral oil.

How does this mascara thicken and tint lashes?

The formula deposits concentrated pigments for bold, intense color while plant-derived powders and 100% plant-derived bristles add soft volume from root to tip. With daily use, the tinting ingredients gently deepen lash color over time for a naturally enhanced look.

• Buildable pigment delivers immediate dramatic payoff.
• Plant-derived powders add lightweight volume without stiffness.
• Daily-use tinting components gradually deepen lash shade.
• Up to 24-hour wear resists smudging and flaking.

Will this product work for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers?

Yes — Almay Thickening & Tint Mascara is hypoallergenic and ophthalmologist-tested, formulated specifically to minimize irritation. It’s fragrance-free and excludes ingredients often linked to sensitivity, making it suitable for people with delicate eyes or who wear contacts.

• Ophthalmologist-tested for eye safety considerations.
• Fragrance-free to reduce irritation risk.
• Formulated without parabens, phthalates, SLS, and more.
• Suitable for contact lens wearers and sensitive eyes.

How does application feel and what finish can I expect?

The mascara glides on smoothly with a no-clump, no-flake finish and a bold, intense black payoff. The brush and formula work together to separate lashes, building volume while keeping a soft, natural movement instead of a crunchy texture.

• Smooth, even application with plant-derived bristles for separation.
• No-clump texture for layered, buildable volume.
• Soft finish that maintains lash flexibility.
• Long-wear formula resists smudging throughout the day.

How should I layer or remove this mascara safely?

Layer in short strokes from root to tip for gradual volume, letting each coat settle before adding more to avoid buildup. Remove with a gentle, oil-based or micellar makeup remover to dissolve pigment and lift product without rubbing or tugging at the lashes.

• Apply in thin layers to build intensity without clumps.
• Comb through lashes with the brush between coats for separation.
• Use a gentle remover to avoid pulling or irritating lashes.
• Avoid vigorous rubbing; blot and lift product instead.

Who is this for: Almay Thickening & Tint Mascara in 402 Black is for anyone seeking bold, fuller-looking lashes with a formula tailored to sensitive eyes. It fits users who want an immediately noticeable volumizing effect plus a gradual tint over time, prefer fragrance-free cosmetics, and value plant-derived ingredients and clean formulation choices.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Cera Carnauba/Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax/Cire De Carnauba, Cera Alba/Beeswax/Cire D’abeille, Candelilla Cera/Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax/Cire De Candelilla, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Aminomethyl Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Ammonium Acrylates Copolymer, Polybutene, Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene, Tall Oil Glycerides, PPG-51/SMDI Copolymer, Cellulose, PVP, Acacia Senegal Gum, Glyceryl Rosinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Polyethylene, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Tocopherol MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR/PUEDE CONTENER (+/-): [Caramel, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499)]. B04048