The short version
The short version of this review
Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara uses an hourglass-shaped brush with film-forming polymers to hold curl and peptides to condition lashes. It cost £28 for 8ml on Too Faced UK on 25 September 2026, in Black and Chocolate, with a separate waterproof version.
Product information reviewed 2026-09-25.
01 / The basics
What is Better Than Sex Mascara?
Too Faced UK describes an hourglass-shaped brush with film-forming polymers to hold curl and peptides to condition lashes, in Black and Chocolate at 8ml; the standard mascara is washable, with a separate waterproof version, and is ophthalmologist-tested.
- Best for
- Full, curled lashes from an hourglass brush
02 / Review
What is in Better Than Sex Mascara?
Better Than Sex pairs an hourglass-shaped brush with film-forming polymers designed to hold curl and peptides to condition lashes. The standard formula is washable; Too Faced sells a separate waterproof version.
Volume and curl descriptions are the brand’s; The Cast Index has not wear-tested it.
03 / Review
Who is Better Than Sex Mascara best for?
Anyone who wants lashes to be the main feature, with fullness and curl. Chocolate gives a softer outline than black.
04 / Review
What should you check before buying?
Choose washable or waterproof deliberately. Volume mascaras can look heavy on very fine lashes; build a second coat only after the first has set.
05 / How to use it
How should you use Better Than Sex Mascara?
- 01Wiggle the brush from the lash roots to the tips
- 02Build a second coat before the first dries if you want more volume
- 03Remove gently at night
06 / Quick facts
What should you know before choosing Better Than Sex Mascara?
- —£28 for 8ml on Too Faced UK (25 September 2026); a travel size is sold
- —Hourglass-shaped brush
- —Film-forming polymers to hold curl; peptides and acacia extracts
- —Black and Chocolate; waterproof version sold separately
- —Ophthalmologist-tested and suitable for contact lens wearers, per the brand
- —Vegan-friendly, per Boots