Myself i prefer a bigger brush that delivers in one maybe two coats! I've used this when getting used to a mascara in my younger days! It has a small brush enabling you to get to bottom and side lashes with ease! I find my eyes very reactive to this particular one as my eyes itch and tear in seconds of application! Why this occurs I'm not sure as I've used other varieties under the maybelline umbrella without a problem!it enables build able cover to get volume and length! I feel the product splashes a bit and may need blotting when it comes out the container! All in all these days i know what i want in a mascara! This is not for me! As I've said probably a good starter mascara for someone new to mascara