I couldn't be more happier with this mascara, it lives up to its claims and takes my lashes to new heights. The brush is shaped to coat each individual lash.. Two coatings is all that is needed, although I love piling it on and amazingly it doesnt clump. It is specifically a lengthening mascara ,but it does add a bit of volume as well, or so I've noticed. This is truly one of my favourite mascaras.