Natural coloured mascara: everything you need to know to embrace colour
May 11 2026 – Rachel Banza
Colored makeup scares a lot of women. Yet, a natural colored mascara might just be the simplest and most impactful way to transform an ordinary gaze into an unforgettable one — effortlessly, without artifice, and without compromising the health of your eyelashes.
Why choose a colored mascara over a black mascara?
Black mascara is an undeniable classic. But colored mascara offers something black cannot: a unique visual signature, a touch of originality that makes your eye color pop naturally and brightly.
An intense blue mascara brings out brown and hazel eyes. A purple mascara enhances green eyes. A burgundy mascara highlights blue eyes.
How to choose your natural colored mascara?
1. The formula: natural and clean
A good natural colored mascara should be formulated without parabens, silicones, or nanoparticles. Look for formulas enriched with active ingredients like castor oil — known for strengthening and lengthening lashes —, panthenol (vitamin B5), or plant keratin.
2. Pigmentation: intense from the 1st coat
The color should be visible and saturated from the first application. A good natural colored mascara deposits intense and uniform pigmentation from the first stroke.
3. Hold: long-lasting without smudging
Opt for a formula that resists humidity and friction. The ideal hold is 12 to 24 hours without touch-ups.
4. Brush format
A bushy brush lengthens and volumizes. A fine brush separates and defines each lash. Choose according to the desired effect.
Which mascara color to choose based on your eye color?
- Brown eyes: blue, purple, turquoise, or green — these contrasting shades highlight natural brown
- Green eyes: purple, burgundy, warm brown — warm tones amplify green
- Blue eyes: burgundy, brown, coral — warm tones enhance blue
- Hazel eyes: all colors suit them! Dare to try blue, green, or purple
How to apply colored mascara for a perfect result?
- Start at the root: lightly press the brush at the base of the lashes and move up in a zigzag towards the tips
- Layer coats: for more intensity, wait 30 seconds between each coat and apply 2 to 3 layers
- Use colored mascara on the lower lashes: a touch of color on the lower lashes opens and brightens the eyes
- Pair with a matching colored eyeliner: for a coherent and ultra-impactful look
Elikya natural colored mascara: why it changes everything
Our Intensely Colored Mascara enriched with Castor Oil is available in 12 intense shades. Its ultra-pigmented care formula lengthens, volumizes, and cares for your lashes. Ophthalmologically tested, silicone-free, Made in France.
And if you want to go further, our Colored Mascara + Eyeliner Duo at €27.90 offers you the complete look — matching lashes and graphic liner.
In summary
Natural colored mascara is a simple, healthy, and elegant way to dare to wear color every day. Choose a formula enriched with active care ingredients, intense pigmentation, and long-lasting wear.
Explore our natural eye collection and find the mascara that will enhance your gaze.
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