Shopping Best Beauty Buys These Are the 4 Best Mascaras of 2017 By Marianne Mychaskiw Marianne Mychaskiw Instagram Marianne Mychaskiw is a New York-based freelance writer, editor, and lover of Britney Spears who covers everything from beauty and style, to wellness and entertainment. A graduate of St. John's University, Mychaskiw was a previous staffer at InStyle, working her way up from intern to associate beauty editor — so you already know she will never leave the house without slathering on mineral sunscreen. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on April 24, 2017 @ 12:00PM Pin Share Tweet Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Courtesy (4); Getty If eyes are considered the window to the soul, then mascara is basically a set of boudoir-esque lace curtains. A few swipes over your lashes impart a similar effect—sexy and seductive, without being overdone. After spending the better part of the year testing mascaras and surveying pro makeup artists on their faves, we compiled our 2017 Best Beauty Buys list, which includes 171 of the best makeup, skincare, and hair products of the year. From those 171 products, four mascaras reigned supreme. Scroll down to shop each one now. Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara Time Inc. Digital Studio Buy Now Maybelline Great Lash Mascara Time Inc. Digital Studio Buy Now Dior Diorshow Mascara Time Inc. Digital Studio Buy Now Lancôme Hypnose Mascara Time Inc. Digital Studio Buy Now