Last reviewed and verified: June 2026
Shaklee YOUTH Mascara Australia: conditions while it lengthens — EWG Verified, Lash Protection Complex, glossy black
The wellness verdict
The Shaklee YOUTH Mascara is a 2-in-1 lash conditioning and lengthening mascara that actively strengthens lashes while you wear it. The Lash Protection Complex combines patent-pending muscadine grape polyphenols and the multipatented Vital Repair+ Complex. The Botanical Complex adds watercress extract and Indian cress extract (both strengthen lashes) and organic shea butter (moisturises). Naturally derived mineral pigment. Smudge-free. Glossy black. 2-sided brush for volume and lift. EWG Verified. Ophthalmologist-tested. Vegan. 4.49/5 from 74 verified Shaklee reviews.
Lash Protection Complex: patent-pending polyphenols + multipatented Vital Repair+ — conditions lashes with every application
Most mascaras coat lashes with film-forming polymers that, over time, cause brittleness and breakage. The YOUTH Mascara goes further — the Lash Protection Complex delivers antioxidant-rich muscadine grape polyphenols and the Vital Repair+ multipatented complex that support lash strength and conditioning every time you apply. Your lashes get beauty plus care, not just coating.
EWG Verified • Ophthalmologist-tested • Vegan • Cruelty-free • Free from 2,500+ chemicals
EWG Verified means this mascara contains no known or suspected carcinogens, neurotoxins, allergens or endocrine disruptors. Ophthalmologist-tested: suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers. 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Gluten-free. Hypoallergenic. Free from parabens, phthalates, formaldehyde releasers, synthetic fragrance.
2-sided brush | Naturally derived mineral pigment | Smudge-free ultra-moisturising formula
The dual-sided brush has shorter bristles at the root for volume and full lash coverage from base, and longer bristles for lift and definition. Naturally derived mineral pigment delivers a rich glossy black. The ultra-moisturising formula is smudge-free and won’t flake.
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“I have used so many mascaras over the years. This is, hands down, the best! The wand is incredible and the product works great! I also love that it’s EWG verified!”
— Samantha A.
“Seriously, I’ve tried everything! This mascara is luxurious, darkening, voluminous, silky, does not clump, doesn’t bleed on my face and is easy to remove at night. I literally have been receiving so many compliments.”
— Amy H.
“I’ve been on the hunt for a mascara I love and have tried all price points. I recently found my new favorite! It separates my lashes, is clump-free, and goes on so evenly. I’m a fan!”
— Alyssa M.
What’s actually in most mascaras
EWG analysis shows most conventional mascaras contain synthetic preservatives, petroleum-based waxes and fragrance compounds that accumulate on lashes and around the eye contour with daily application. Many ingredients approved for mascara would be restricted in other product categories.
The Shaklee YOUTH Mascara is EWG Verified® — independently confirmed free from every ingredient on EWG’s restricted lists, and held to the same strict standard as the YOUTH skincare range.
Why most mascaras damage lashes over time — and how the Lash Protection Complex works differently
Conventional mascaras rely on film-forming polymers (acrylates, PVP) to coat the lash fibre and hold shape. These create a rigid film that, with repeated application and removal, causes micro-fractures in the lash. Over months of use, the lash becomes weaker, thinner and more prone to breakage. The makeup is doing beauty damage on one end while looking good on the other.
The YOUTH Mascara takes an opposite approach. The Lash Protection Complex is formulated to be delivered into the lash fibre with each application. Muscadine grape polyphenols — from the same genus as Shaklee’s patent-pending polyphenol blend used across the YOUTH skincare range — provide antioxidant protection. The multipatented Vital Repair+ Complex (Vitamins A, C & E, panthenol, grape seed extract, superoxide dismutase, beta-glucan) is one of Shaklee’s most established actives, used across both skincare and haircare for its repair and conditioning properties.
The result: you apply it daily and your lashes become stronger over time, not weaker. This is what makes the YOUTH Mascara a fundamentally different product category to conventional mascaras — it’s a lash treatment that happens to be a mascara, rather than just a mascara.
Key ingredients — Lash Protection Complex & Botanical Complex (official)
| Ingredient | Role |
|---|---|
| Lash Protection Complex: patent-pending muscadine grape polyphenols | Antioxidant protection for lash fibre; supports lash strength and integrity with each application |
| Lash Protection Complex: multipatented Vital Repair+ | Vitamins A, C & E, panthenol (pro-vitamin B5), grape seed extract, superoxide dismutase, beta-glucan — conditioning and repair complex |
| Botanical Complex: watercress extract (Nasturtium officinale) | Strengthens lashes; rich in sulphur compounds that support keratin fibre structure |
| Botanical Complex: Indian cress extract (Tropaeolum majus) | Strengthens lashes; supports lash density and resilience |
| Organic shea butter | Moisturises lash fibre; prevents brittleness and dryness; smooths the lash surface for glossy finish |
| Naturally derived mineral pigment | Rich glossy black from mineral (not synthetic dye) sources; stable colour that doesn’t smudge |
How it works: beauty + lash care in one step
Shorter bristles at root: volume from base
Start at the root with the shorter bristle side. The dense root bristles grip each lash from the base, depositing the Lash Protection Complex close to the follicle and building volume from the ground up. The formula coats each lash individually without clumping.
Longer bristles for lift and definition
Switch to the longer bristle side to lengthen and separate. The Botanical Complex — watercress extract, Indian cress extract and organic shea butter — smooths the lash fibre and adds a glossy finish as the mineral pigment sets. Lashes are lifted, defined and moisturised, not stiff or brittle.
Cumulative lash conditioning with daily use
With each application, the Lash Protection Complex is delivered to the lash. Over days and weeks of consistent daily use, the conditioning actives accumulate in the lash fibre — strengthening, moisturising and protecting. The longer you use it, the stronger your lashes become.
YOUTH Mascara vs standard mascara
| Feature | YOUTH Mascara | Standard mascara |
|---|---|---|
| Conditions lashes during wear | ✓ Lash Protection Complex | No |
| EWG Verified | ✓ Entire YOUTH range | Very rare |
| Ophthalmologist-tested | ✓ | Some |
| Free from 2,500+ chemicals | ✓ | Rarely |
| Naturally derived pigment | ✓ Mineral | Usually synthetic dyes |
| Vegan & cruelty-free | ✓ | Varies |
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How to get the most from YOUTH Mascara
Apply to clean, dry lashes for maximum formula delivery
The Lash Protection Complex penetrates best into clean, uncoated lashes. Apply after any eye primer but before layering. Start at the root with the shorter bristle side, using a gentle wiggling motion to coat from base to tip.
Remove gently — no harsh rubbing
Use a gentle eye makeup remover and a cotton pad. Press and hold for 20–30 seconds to let the remover dissolve the formula, then wipe away without rubbing. Harsh mechanical rubbing is the main way mascaras cause lash loss.
FAQ — Shaklee YOUTH Mascara Australia | EWG Verified Lash Conditioning & Lengthening Mascara
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