If you have light, short, thin or limp eyelashes, mascaras that add length and volume are a non-negotiable, right? But it's not always easy to find a powerhouse lash-lifter that doesn't clump or weigh down lashes. To make your hunt for the mascara of your dreams a little easier, we found four amazing products that lengthen, define, extend and plump like a pro.

For a natural lash look, nothing works better than Great Lash, a benchmark mascara for more than 40 years, known for giving thin lashes an instant boost. It's also infused with shea butter to build volume over time.

If you're into creating a cat eye, this mascara is a must. The specialized butterfly brush is asymmetrically shaped to lift the outer corners of your eyelashes, creating a winged look. It also volumizes at the root, stretching lashes outward and adding length.

This innovative mascara stimulates lash growth and nourishes the follicle. Whether you use two coats or 20, this creamy mascara never clumps and always provides the perfect amount of pull.

With just a few strokes, even the shortest lashes are extended up to 60 percent. This mascara contains synthetic fibers that wrap around each lash, creating length, volume and definition - without clumping or flaking.

What's your favorite lengthening mascara? Tell us in the comments!

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