Even icons, like Dior’s Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mscara, like to brush up on their skills from time to time, with “brush” being the key word here.
What’s the biggest difference between the new Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mascara and the original Iconic Mascara first released in 2008? Two words: the brush.
The 2008 incarnation (which is still available) features a plasticky brush with short, stubby nubs, while its upstart offspring, codename Overcurl, has more traditional mascara bristles.
Overcurl’s new curve also helps it reach my lashes better at the roots, for thicker lashes around the base.
According to Dior, Overcurl, which is new for spring, delivers “spectacular volume and curl.” I’ve been putting that claim to the test for about two weeks now, and ya know, the darned thing does hold a curl really well (great for that doe-eyed effect). Plus, it doesn’t smudge, smear or flake, and it’s been a breeze to remove.
I like it, although maybe not as much as, say, the new Chanel Le Volume de Chanel Mascara (which I’m still super obsessed with).
Because Overcurl doesn’t thicken or lengthen as much from root to tip, it’s good for a completely different, less dramatic kind of lash look than I get with Le Volume.
To put it another way, if Chanel Le Volume was a big night on the town, Iconic Overcurl would be a first date, or Saturday brunch with friends. It’s flirty, fun and fresh-faced. All good things. 🙂
PRICE: I can’t seem to find the official price, but I’m guessing around $28, which is the price of the regular Diorshow Iconic Mascara.
AVAILABILITY: Coming soon to Dior counters and dior.com
MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: B+
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Rachael says
January 2nd, 2013 at 10:04 pmI have the hardest time finding mascara!!! Thanks for the review!!! Looks great!!!
Karen says
January 3rd, 2013 at 7:32 amHi Rachael,
You’re welcome! Have you worn any of Dior’s mascaras before?
Esther says
January 2nd, 2013 at 10:11 pmahh this looks so nice! I’ve been looking for a nice curling mascara, but I’ll have to stick with my great lash curved for now because one of my new year’s resolutions was project pan with my mascara collection. definitely gonna keep my eye on this one though, for later on 🙂
Karen says
January 3rd, 2013 at 7:32 amHi Esther,
I love that you have a mascara collection. 🙂 Which ones are your faves?
Esther says
January 3rd, 2013 at 9:31 amI adore Tarte Lights Camera Lashes, Tarina Tarantino Fleur de Lash, and Lancome Hypnose Star. they all pack a nice punch without having to layer with anything else!
Tracy@Beauty Reflections says
January 2nd, 2013 at 10:41 pmOooh! I love mascara wands that have a curve to them! I find they work really well!
I’m excited to try this now!
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Karen says
January 3rd, 2013 at 7:32 amHi Tracy,
Me too. They make it really easy to get lots of thickness at the roots. Do you have any curved brush faves?
Sarah says
January 2nd, 2013 at 11:02 pmI’m sure this is a pretty neat product. I’m definitely going to check it out.
Sarah
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Karen says
January 3rd, 2013 at 7:31 amGreat! Let me know what you think.
Lulle says
January 2nd, 2013 at 11:48 pmConsidering Diorshow Iconic is my favorite high-end mascara, I really need to try this new version!
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Karen says
January 3rd, 2013 at 7:30 amHi Lulle,
I like Iconic too. Have you tried the blue version?
sparkle_pink23 says
January 3rd, 2013 at 2:49 ami have always loved the Dior mascara’s . i so need to try this.
Karen says
January 3rd, 2013 at 7:29 amIt’s a cool mascara, Sparkle Pink. I hope you like it.
Marla says
January 3rd, 2013 at 2:55 amI tried the Diorshow Iconic but didn’t like it as much as my benefit they’re real! I like benefit even better than the Chanel Inimitable I use to use.
Karen says
January 3rd, 2013 at 7:29 amI’ve used They’re Real and like it ok. I know a lot of women love it, though.
IndianGlamPrincess says
January 3rd, 2013 at 6:31 amOh, I have a good feeling about this mascara. I love the mascara wands that have a little curve!!
Karen says
January 3rd, 2013 at 7:28 amGreat! I hope you like it.
Jennifer says
January 3rd, 2013 at 3:02 pmNow THAT is a mascara! INTENSE!
Nikki says
January 3rd, 2013 at 10:42 pmI’ve been considering picking up a Diorshow mascara for a while now but haven’t taken the plunge. Maybe it’s time!
Betty says
February 4th, 2013 at 10:22 amHi. I’ve had trouble “curling” mascaras. Did you have to curl your lashes first or did the mascara curl them for you?
Jess says
February 15th, 2013 at 6:38 pmThanks for your review, Karen.
I’m Asian, and have the typical firm, poker straight lashes that easily droops down when wearing the wrong mascara. So, when it comes to Western brand mascaras, I always have to go for the waterproof version in order to keep the curl of my lashes.
I have been looking at this mascara at the counter today, and liked the wand a lot (since it is very similar to one of my favorite Japanese mascaras), but didn’t buy it, as I was very afraid this non-waterproof version will droop down my lashes (as always with non-wp mascaras).
What do you think, Karen? Do you think this mascara could work on us Asian girls with poker straight lashes and hooded eyelids, even though it is a non-waterproof formulation?
Maria M. says
February 17th, 2013 at 8:11 pmThank you for this review and especially for the comparison with the new Chanel mascara, that was just what I looking for!
I’m a student and I recently indulged myself in the Chanel’s Spring line’s highlighter powder, and that’s when I received a sample of that new Chanel mascara, and I’ve been loving it so much. And now I’ve read interesting reviews about this Dior one, and I was really confused about their differences. This one cleared it up for me, and I’m still going for the Chanel one since that one impressed me more than any mascara has before!
– Maria
mimi says
July 7th, 2013 at 8:53 amHi Karen
I saw you have tried diorshow new look also? witch one do you prefer iconic overcurl or new look? I have clasic diorshow and iconic i like them both but want to try something new..new look has a silicone brush as i know and that attracts me..but that curl brush also and i do not know witch one to choose..:)p.s volume is the most important thing that mascara should do for me