I was hoping for a result as fresh and natural as your photos show...and I wasn't disappointed! Following the directions EXACTLY, my lashes came out fun and fluttery and separated and non-smear and altogether smashing. I will give the second (of my ordered two) to my niece, who often has raccoon eyes and needs a bit of staying power in her make-up. Then, I will re-order...again and again, this time for me! Thank you for a lovely, useable product that lives up to its hype!