Russian Volume Peptide Mascara
Dense, fluffy, buildable volume
Hybrid formulation
Shade: Espresso
The full Russian-volume look without falsies: our Vegan Wax Volume Complex layers cleanly for dense, fluffy volume that builds coat on coat without clumping or flaking, while lash peptides and panthenol condition the lash underneath. Fragrance-free, with every pigment and active disclosed in full.
Key actives
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 · Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 · Vegan Wax Volume Complex · Panthenol
- Free from Prostaglandins
- Free from Parabens
- Free from Fragrance
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Enquire about availabilityWho it's for
Anyone who wants a fuller, fluffier Russian-volume lash look from mascara alone, without reaching for falsies.
How to use
Apply from root to tip, building coat on coat to your desired volume.
Full ingredient disclosure (INCI)
INCI means International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients: the standard names used on cosmetic labels worldwide.
Aqua (Water), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin, VP/Eicosene Copolymer, Acrylates Copolymer, Propanediol, Triethanolamine, Panthenol, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Sodium Hyaluronate, Biotin, Tocopherol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Test data on file
- Finish
- Dense, buildable volume
- Waxes
- Vegan wax complex
- Fragrance
- None
- Pigments
- Fully disclosed (Iron Oxides)
Independent lab results stand behind every product, and we'll send any report on request, reference RL-ESD-001.
Built to the Ruski Standard
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17, held to the Ruski Standard
Espresso is the soft-brown sibling of Russian Volume Peptide Mascara, same Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 conditioning narrative and vegan wax volume complex, tuned for a warmer, less severe finish than noir. Ideal when black feels too graphic; still builds the look of fuller, lifted lashes with a disclosed peptide. Shade is cosmetic colour only; the science card stays appearance-and-conditioning honest. Fully disclosed, prostaglandin-analogue-free. Pair with your daytime or overnight serum as preferred.
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The formulation
Every ingredient earns its place. Here is each one: what it is, why it's in this formula, and what evidence supports it, including where that evidence is limited.
Water · INCI: Aqua (Water)carrier/solvent
Forms the water base of this emulsion mascara, dispersing the pigment, waxes and water-soluble actives into a smooth, buildable fluid.
Water as the primary solvent and base of emulsion cosmetics is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Black iron oxide (mineral colourant) · INCI: Iron Oxides (CI 77499)pigment
Provides the deep black colour of the Noir shade that visually darkens and defines the lashes.
Iron oxides are regulator-approved cosmetic colourants permitted for the eye area, per established regulatory and cosmetic-science consensus.
Candelilla wax (plant wax) · INCI: Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Waxthickener
A structuring plant wax that gives the mascara body and coats each lash to build the dense, fluffy volume, part of the Vegan Wax Volume Complex.
Candelilla wax as a vegan structuring wax in colour cosmetics is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Carnauba wax (palm-leaf wax) · INCI: Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Waxfilm-former
A hard, high-melting-point wax that forms a durable, smudge-resistant coat on the lash and raises the film's melting point for wear stability.
Carnauba wax as a hardening, water-resistant film-forming wax in mascara is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Rice bran wax (plant wax) · INCI: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Waxemollient
A softer plant wax that smooths and plasticises the coat so it glides on evenly and builds coat on coat without dragging, completing the vegan wax complex.
Rice bran wax as a plasticising, texture-smoothing wax in colour cosmetics is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Stearic acid (fatty acid) · INCI: Stearic Acidsurfactant
Neutralised by triethanolamine to form the soap-type emulsifier that binds the wax and water phases into a stable, even mascara.
Stearic acid neutralised with triethanolamine to create an in-situ emulsifier is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Glyceryl stearate (emulsifying emollient) · INCI: Glyceryl Stearateemollient
A co-emulsifier and emollient that smooths the texture and helps the wax film spread cleanly along each lash for a non-clumping coat.
Glyceryl stearate as a non-ionic co-emulsifier and emollient is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Glycerin (humectant) · INCI: Glycerinhumectant
Draws and holds water in the film to keep the coat flexible on the lash so it resists cracking and flaking through the day.
Glycerin's humectancy is well established in peer-reviewed and textbook cosmetic science.
VP/Eicosene copolymer (film-forming polymer) · INCI: VP/Eicosene Copolymerfilm-former
Forms a water-resistant film that disperses the pigment evenly and helps the coat stay put and smudge-resistant while worn.
VP/Eicosene copolymer as a water-resistant film-former and pigment-dispersing aid in mascara is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Acrylates copolymer (film-forming polymer) · INCI: Acrylates Copolymerfilm-former
Adds a flexible, long-wearing film that helps the volume hold coat on coat without flaking.
Acrylates copolymer as a long-wear film-former in mascara is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Propanediol (plant-derived humectant/solvent) · INCI: Propanediolhumectant
A humectant and solvent that keeps the formula smooth and helps dissolve the water-soluble actives and preservatives.
Propanediol as a humectant, solubiliser and preservative-boosting solvent is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Triethanolamine (pH adjuster) · INCI: TriethanolaminepH adjuster
Adjusts pH and neutralises the stearic acid to create the emulsifier, holding the emulsion stable at a lash-friendly pH.
Triethanolamine for pH adjustment and soap-type emulsification is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Panthenol (provitamin B5) · INCI: Panthenolconditioning agent
A conditioning humectant that helps keep lashes soft and pliable and the mascara film flexible while it is worn.
Panthenol's humectant and conditioning action on keratin fibres is supported by cosmetic-science consensus; lash-specific peer-reviewed evidence is limited.
Myristoyl pentapeptide-17 (lash-conditioning peptide) · INCI: Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17active
A conditioning lash peptide included to support the appearance of fuller, healthier-looking lashes while the mascara is worn.
Supplier data for Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 (SymPeptide XLash-class) reports improvement in the appearance of lashes; independent peer-reviewed evidence, particularly delivered via mascara, is limited.
Biotinoyl tripeptide-1 (biotin-linked conditioning peptide) · INCI: Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1active
A biotin-linked conditioning peptide included to complement Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 in conditioning the lash and supporting a healthy-looking lash line.
Manufacturer/supplier data supports its conditioning role; independent peer-reviewed evidence in lashes is limited.
Sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid salt) · INCI: Sodium Hyaluronatehumectant
A lightweight humectant that binds water into the film to keep the lashes and coating hydrated and flexible.
Sodium hyaluronate's water-binding humectancy is well established in cosmetic science.
Biotin (vitamin B7) · INCI: Biotinconditioning agent
A conditioning vitamin included to complement the peptides in the formula's lash-care profile.
Topical biotin is common in lash and hair cosmetics as a conditioning additive; peer-reviewed evidence for a topical benefit on lashes is limited.
Tocopherol (vitamin E) · INCI: Tocopherolantioxidant
An antioxidant that helps protect the formula's waxes and oils from oxidation, keeping the mascara stable over its in-use life.
Tocopherol's antioxidant role in protecting cosmetic lipids from oxidation is well established in cosmetic science.
Hydroxyethylcellulose (cellulose thickener) · INCI: Hydroxyethylcellulosethickener
A plant-derived thickener that controls viscosity so the mascara loads evenly onto the wand and applies without dragging.
Hydroxyethylcellulose as a rheology modifier and thickener is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Dehydroacetic acid (preservative) · INCI: Dehydroacetic Acidpreservative
A preservative that protects the water-based formula from microbial growth across its in-use life.
Dehydroacetic acid is an established, regulator-approved cosmetic preservative (consensus).
Benzyl alcohol (preservative) · INCI: Benzyl Alcoholpreservative
A broad-spectrum preservative that guards the formula against bacteria and mould through repeated use near the eye.
Benzyl alcohol is an established, regulator-approved cosmetic preservative (consensus).
Phenoxyethanol (preservative) · INCI: Phenoxyethanolpreservative
A broad-spectrum preservative that keeps the mascara microbiologically safe for eye-area use.
Phenoxyethanol is an established, regulator-approved cosmetic preservative (consensus).
Ethylhexylglycerin (preservative booster) · INCI: Ethylhexylglycerinpreservative
Boosts the preservative system and conditions the film, allowing a lower total preservative load.
Ethylhexylglycerin as a preservative-boosting, skin-conditioning agent is established cosmetic-science consensus.
Sources and limitations
Manufacturer or supplier data
EEmergingMyristoyl Pentapeptide-17 supports the appearance of fuller, healthier-looking lashes as a conditioning lash active.
Supplier/manufacturer technical and marketing data for Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 (SymPeptide XLash-class); no independent finished-product study on file for this mascara.
Manufacturer or supplier data
EEmergingBiotinoyl Tripeptide-1 (Croda Widelash-class) acts as a conditioning peptide supporting the appearance of the lash and lash line.
Supplier/manufacturer technical data for Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 (Widelash); independent peer-reviewed evidence in lashes is limited.
Cosmetic-science consensus
SStrongPanthenol is a humectant and conditioning agent that helps keep keratin fibres soft and pliable.
Cosmetic-science consensus on panthenol (provitamin B5) as a hair/keratin conditioning humectant; lash-specific peer-reviewed data limited.
Cosmetic-science consensus
SStrongGlycerin and sodium hyaluronate bind and hold water, keeping the film and lashes hydrated and flexible.
Established cosmetic-science consensus on glycerin and sodium hyaluronate humectancy.
Cosmetic-science consensus
SStrongTocopherol (vitamin E) protects cosmetic lipids and waxes from oxidation, aiding formula stability.
Established cosmetic-science consensus on tocopherol as a lipid antioxidant.
Cosmetic-science consensus
SStrongIron oxides are approved colourants for use in eye-area cosmetics.
Regulatory and cosmetic-science consensus on iron oxides as permitted eye-area colourants (US FDA, EU 1223/2009).
Cosmetic-science consensus
SStrongTopical biotin is used as a conditioning additive in lash cosmetics, though topical lash benefit is not well substantiated.
Cosmetic-science consensus on topical biotin as a conditioning additive; peer-reviewed evidence for topical lash benefit is limited.
Questions, answered
Is the Russian Volume Peptide Mascara safe to wear over lash extensions or a lash lift?
This mascara is formulated for natural lashes rather than extensions. Its vegan wax complex and film-formers are designed to build volume on bare lashes, and on extensions both mascara and its removal can stress the adhesive bond, so we recommend the Glass Lash Clear Conditioning Mascara for extension wearers. Lashes that have had a lift can wear it, removed gently at the end of the day.
Is it suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers?
The disclosed formula contains no added fragrance or prostaglandin analogues. No cosmetic can be assumed suitable for every sensitive eye. If you have a history of eye sensitivity or wear contact lenses, patch test first, apply from mid-lash to tip and stop if irritation occurs.
How do I remove it, and will it flake through the day?
Remove it with a gentle eye-area cleanser or the Peptide Prep Lash Cleansing Foam and warm water, with no harsh rubbing needed. Its flexible wax-and-polymer film is built to resist smudging and flaking so the volume stays defined through the day.
How does it fit into a lash-care routine alongside the peptide serums?
Use it as the daytime makeup step on top of your lash-care routine. Apply your Peptide Lash Serum to clean, dry lashes at night, then wear the mascara by day over bare or serum-conditioned lashes; because it is water-based and fragrance-free, it layers over daytime conditioning without interfering.
What can I expect from the peptides in a mascara, and when?
The dense, fuller-looking volume is immediate and comes from the Vegan Wax Volume Complex and pigment, not the peptides. Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 and Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 are conditioning actives that sit on the lash while you wear it; independent peer-reviewed evidence for peptides delivered by mascara is limited, so we make no growth or length claims and instead disclose every ingredient's role, with the batch third-party tested (report available on request).
What makes it a Russian-volume look without falsies?
The dense, fluffy fullness comes from the Vegan Wax Volume Complex, candelilla, carnauba and rice-bran waxes, that builds cleanly coat on coat. Layering coats from root to tip lets you build to the fuller, fluffier look associated with Russian-volume lashing, using mascara alone.