Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 2,061 AI responses · Shares cover the last 30 days · See how Parse measures this
Makeup Brands and Mascara Products
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Maybelline New York remains the brand AI assistants mention most for mascara, holding its top rank across the observed period. However, the most significant shift has been the rapid ascent of , which climbed from #8 to #2 by specializing in the high-demand 'clean beauty' segment.
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 53% | ||
| 2 | A leading “clean beauty” choice, frequently recommended for sensitive eyes. | 38% | |
| 3 | 33% | ||
| 4 | Cult-favorite luxury option for dramatic, polished looks and clump-free volume. | 27% | |
| 5 | A classic for dramatic volume with its “Better Than Sex” mascara. | 25% | |
| 6 | A budget superstar, especially for its “Lash Princess” false-lash effect. | 23% | |
| 7 | Specific recommendation for sensitive eyes that need a curl-holding mascara. | 22% | |
| 8 | 22% | ||
| 9 | The go-to recommendation for inclusive foundation and concealer shade ranges. | 21% | |
| 10 | Top budget-friendly choice for cruelty-free and vegan makeup. | 21% | |
| 11 | 21% | ||
| 12 | 20% | ||
| 13 | 15% | ||
| 14 | 14% | ||
| 15 | 14% | ||
| 16 | 13% | ||
| 17 | 13% | ||
| 18 | Frequently cited alongside Fenty for high-performance, inclusive shade ranges. | 12% | |
| 19 | 11% | ||
| 20 | 10% | ||
| 21 | 10% | ||
| 22 | 9% | ||
| 23 | 8% | ||
| 24 | 8% | ||
| 25 | 8% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
allure.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 55% of analyzed answers.
Climbed from #8 in Oct 2025 to #2 by Mar 2026.
Rose from #16 in Oct 2025 to #3 by Mar 2026.
Fell from #6 in Oct 2025 to #11 by Mar 2026.
Dropped from #2 in Oct 2025 to #5 by Mar 2026.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44% | 29% | ||
| 41% | 21% | ||
| 30% | 13% | ||
| 22% | 19% | ||
| 13% | 18% |
The two models disagree most about L'Oréal Paris (ChatGPT #4, Google #22) and Rare Beauty (ChatGPT #21, Google #6).
Across 2,061 AI responses, L'Oréal is mentioned most, named in 53% of them, followed by ILIA (38%) and Kose (33%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 2,061 AI responses to this market's buyer questions over the last 30 days. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is re-measured on the same 30-day window.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
Maybelline New York is the consistent top recommendation, praised for its affordable and effective 'Sky High' mascara. Over the six-month period,
ILIA and
Lancôme emerged as strong contenders, frequently cited by both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews as leading 'clean' and 'luxury' options, respectively.
Brands mentioned
Maybelline New York is the consistent top recommendation, praised for its affordable and effective 'Sky High' mascara. Over the six-month period,
ILIA and
Lancôme emerged as strong contenders, frequently cited by both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews as leading 'clean' and 'luxury' options, respectively.
While Thrive Causemetics appeared in early responses, quickly became the dominant recommendation for a high-performing clean mascara by December 2025. AI models consistently praise 's gentle formula and effective results for length and definition. is often suggested as a strong budget-friendly alternative.
Brands mentioned
What is the best clean, cruelty-free, and vegan mascara that actually performs well?
While Thrive Causemetics appeared in early responses,
ILIA quickly became the dominant recommendation for a high-performing clean mascara by December 2025. AI models consistently praise
ILIA's gentle formula and effective results for length and definition.
Pacifica Beauty is often suggested as a strong budget-friendly alternative.
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