Beauty Benefit vs Too Faced Mascara Minis: Discovery Sets Compared
We compared five lash discovery options: the Benefit Roller Lash mini, the Too Faced Storybook set, the Better Than Sex plus primer duo, Naturally Better Than Sex, and the waterproof travel size. Prices range from fourteen to thirty-four dollars. Benefit wins on curl, Too Faced wins on volume variety. Below is the full breakdown of volume, curl, wear, and value to find your mascara match.
| Factor | Benefit Cosmetics Roller Lash Curling Ma | Too Faced Storybook Lashes Travel Mascar |
|---|---|---|
| Volume and Drama | The Better Than Sex plus primer duo delivers the most dramatic volume in the group. The original formula in the Storybook set gives strong volume alone. Naturally Better Than Sex offers medium buildable volume. The waterproof version matches the original for volume. Roller Lash focuses on curl over volume. Drama seekers should pick the duo. | |
| Curl Hold | Benefit Roller Lash dominates curl, lifting straight lashes all day. The Too Faced formulas give modest curl that fades by afternoon. Waterproof holds curl better than regular formulas. If your lashes point downward, Roller Lash is the only real answer here. | |
| Length | The primer duo extends lashes most noticeably thanks to the priming base. Better Than Sex original lengthens well with its hourglass brush. Roller Lash lengthens moderately while curling. Naturally gives natural-looking length. For maximum length, the primer duo wins. | |
| Smudge Resistance | The waterproof travel size wins smudge resistance easily, surviving tears and humidity. Roller Lash is water-resistant and holds up well daily. The regular Too Faced formulas can smudge on oily lids by evening. Oily-lidded buyers should favor waterproof or Roller Lash. | |
| Sensitive Eye Friendliness | Naturally Better Than Sex is formulated gentler for sensitive eyes. Roller Lash is ophthalmologist-tested and generally well tolerated. The original Better Than Sex can irritate very sensitive eyes. Waterproof formulas are hardest to remove gently. Sensitive eyes should start with Naturally. | |
| Discovery Value | The Storybook set offers the most formulas per dollar for pure discovery. The Roller Lash mini is the cheapest single entry point. The primer duo costs most but includes two full steps. For testing the widest range, the Storybook set wins. For targeted testing, pick the single that matches your need. | |
| Overall Winner | The Too Faced Storybook Lashes Travel Set wins for discovery purposes, letting you test multiple bestsellers cheaply. For a single-mascara answer, Benefit Roller Lash wins for curl and Too Faced Better Than Sex wins for volume. Your lash type decides between them. | |
Our Verdict
The Too Faced Storybook Lashes Travel Set is the best discovery purchase, offering multiple bestselling formulas to test for the price of one full mascara. For straight lashes needing curl, the Benefit Roller Lash mini is the single best buy. For dramatic volume, the Better Than Sex plus primer duo delivers the most impact. Sensitive eyes should choose Naturally Better Than Sex. Test systematically, trust your own lashes over hype, and you will find your holy grail.
More Top Picks in This Category
Not sold on either of these two? Here are more bestselling options worth considering.
Best for: Maximum drama with a proper lash-priming routine.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara and Foreplay Primer Duo
- Iconic mascara paired with lash primer
- Primer boosts volume before mascara application
- Hourglass brush loads lashes evenly
- Duo covers prep and finish in one box
Pros
- Primer noticeably amplifies volume
- The classic dramatic lash look
- Good value as a set
Cons
- Two steps take more morning time
- Dramatic look may overwhelm small eyes
- Formula can flake by evening
Best for: Sensitive eyes that still want the Better Than Sex effect.
Too Faced Naturally Better Than Sex Mascara
- Cleaner take on the iconic volumizing mascara
- Natural ingredients with the same hourglass brush
- Buildable volume for everyday definition
- Gentle formula for sensitive eyes
Pros
- Less irritation than the original
- Natural look suits daily wear
- Still delivers real volume
Cons
- Less dramatic than the original
- Premium price
- Needs two coats for impact
Best for: Emotional events and humid days when mascara must not move.
Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara, Travel Size
- Waterproof version of the volumizing icon
- Travel size for testing and trips
- Smudge-proof through tears and humidity
- Same hourglass brush for thick lashes
Pros
- Survives weddings and workouts
- Travel size lowers the price barrier
- No panda eyes by afternoon
Cons
- Needs strong remover at night
- Waterproof formula can feel stiff
- Mini size for frequent users runs out fast