Eye Makeup Price in Pakistan
Rs. 1,274. That's the gap between the cheapest mascara here — Essence I Love Extreme Volume at Rs. 1,330 — and the Max Factor 2000 Calorie at Rs. 2,604. Both go on the same eyes. Both claim dramatic volume. The eye makeup price in Pakistan on Highfy runs Rs. 600 (Essence nail polish) to Rs. 4,116 for the Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation, but it's the mascara comparison that actually tells you where to put your money.
| Product |
Size |
Price |
| Essence Pretty Fast Nail Polish 05 |
PC |
Rs. 600 |
| Essence Eyebrow Designer 01 |
PC |
Rs. 850 |
| Essence I Love Extreme Volume Mascara |
PC |
Rs. 1,330 |
| Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara |
PC |
Rs. 1,520 |
| Rimmel Scandaleyes Lycra Flex Extreme Black |
PC |
Rs. 1,868 |
| Bourjois Big Lashes Oh Oui Mascara 01 Black |
PC |
Rs. 2,471 |
| Max Factor 2000 Calorie Dramatic Volume Mascara |
PC |
Rs. 2,604 |
| Bourjois Face Healthy Mix Foundation Clair |
PC |
Rs. 4,116 |
Essence vs Rimmel vs Bourjois — Where the Price Gap Sits
Essence Is the Budget Anchor, and It Earns It
Lash Princess at Rs. 1,520 is the recognizable one. But the I Love Extreme Volume at Rs. 1,330 is Rs. 190 cheaper, and the difference in everyday wear isn't obvious — going by consistent user feedback, the coverage is comparable on average lashes, though batch quality can vary. You won't notice the gap in Karachi's morning rush unless you're comparing side by side.
And the Eyebrow Designer at Rs. 850 does the job properly for the price. Pencil with a spoolie. Nothing more complicated than that.
Nothing flashy. Genuinely worth picking up.
Rimmel Lands in the Middle
Scandaleyes Lycra Flex at Rs. 1,868 and Scandleye On Demand at Rs. 2,160 — Rs. 292 apart for two mascaras from the same brand. The Flex is better on sparse lashes, it doesn't clump as badly on thin hair. The On Demand is waterproof, which matters in Karachi's humidity where non-waterproof formulas slide by afternoon.
But Rs. 2,160 for a Rimmel mascara is a stretch when Essence runs Rs. 1,330. You'd need a specific reason — waterproofing, mostly — to make that jump.
Bourjois and Max Factor — The Premium End
Max Factor 2000 Calorie at Rs. 2,604 and Bourjois Big Lashes Oh Oui at Rs. 2,471 — Rs. 133 apart. The Max Factor formula has a long enough track record to be predictable: good volume, not a tubing formula, smudges on oily lids past hour 4. The Bourjois mascara is newer stock on Highfy and harder to judge batch to batch. Hard to say whether Rs. 2,604 earns its keep over the Rs. 1,868 Rimmel without running both on the same day.
Most people assume the pricier mascara is better. It isn't always.
Top Eye Makeup Picks by Goal
Everyday Mascara Under Rs. 1,500
Essence I Love Extreme Volume at Rs. 1,330. Not bad at all, honestly — buildable, doesn't clump on the first 2–3 coats, and Daraz usually has stock when Highfy runs low. The wand grabs too much product on the first swipe, wipe it on a tissue before applying. Skip the Lash Princess if budget's the priority; Rs. 190 more gets you the same result on most lash types.
Waterproof for Karachi's Climate
Rimmel Scandleye On Demand at Rs. 2,160. The one that actually holds through 35-degree Karachi afternoons, by all accounts. Results vary by how oily your eyelids run, but most users report 6–7 hours before smearing starts. You'll need an oil-based remover at night — micellar water alone won't shift it cleanly, especially along the lower lash line.
Full Eye Look on a Budget
Essence Eyebrow Designer (Rs. 850) + I Love Extreme Mascara (Rs. 1,330) + Eye Sparkle Liquid Liner (Rs. 1,350) = Rs. 3,530 total. A complete three-step eye look for under Rs. 4,000. Compare that to the single Bourjois foundation at Rs. 4,116 and the math makes a strong argument for the Essence route if you're building a starter kit at Highfy.
Best Selling Products in This Collection
Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara — Rs. 1,520
Repeat purchase item. You've seen the green tube at Naheed and Imtiaz counters across Karachi. The false lash claim is optimistic — what you actually get is decent volume with some added length, not dramatic drag-queen lashes. Works noticeably better on naturally thicker lashes. On sparse lashes, you're looking at 4–5 coats minimum before the effect shows, it still won't pass for falsies.
Max Factor 2000 Calorie Dramatic Volume Mascara — Rs. 2,604
The sebum issue is real here. Max Factor 2000 Calorie holds decently in AC or Lahore winters but slides on oily lids in Karachi's July heat without a primer. Wide, stiff wand — good for bottom lashes if you work carefully, it deposits too much in one swipe if you rush. We're talking Rs. 2,604 for a mascara that needs primer and patience to perform. I'd say worth it for experienced mascara users only; not the starting point for someone building a first kit.
Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation — Rs. 4,116
Most expensive item in this collection. The Clair shade runs very light — built for fair to light skin, won't work for NC40 and above without looking chalky. Bourjois shade ranges haven't historically covered deeper Pakistani skin tones well, and this launch doesn't fix that. If you're NC35 or darker, the shade roster is the problem before you've even opened the box. Check the shade chart on Highfy before ordering; returns are a hassle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which mascara is cheapest in this collection in Pakistan?
A: Essence I Love Extreme Volume Mascara at Rs. 1,330. The Lash Princess is Rs. 1,520 — Rs. 190 more for a result that doesn't differ much in everyday wear. Start with the cheaper one.
Q: Is Rimmel mascara available in Pakistan?
A: Yes, on Highfy.pk and Daraz. The Scandaleyes Lycra Flex is Rs. 1,868 and the Scandleye On Demand waterproof is Rs. 2,160. For Karachi's humidity, the waterproof version is the one that makes sense.
Q: Is the Bourjois foundation worth the price in Pakistan?
A: At Rs. 4,116, only if the shade actually matches you. The Clair shade runs light, and Bourjois doesn't offer much range for NC35+ skin — which covers most Pakistani women. Decent finish if the shade fits, but shade availability is a genuine problem here.