These two mascaras are better together than the sum of their parts. Each on its own is really good, but when you put them together, WOW!!! The key is to apply several light coats. I always start with the Lancôme, which is better at thickening and volumizing the lashes. Then I go back in with a light layer of Benefit They’re Real! to lengthen and separate. The results are long, thick, luscious lashes!