Mascara, how do we love thee?

It not only makes lashes look long and lush, but it makes eyes appear bigger and brighter.

Even the simplest makeup-in-a-minute routine usually involves a quick swipe of the mascara wand.

Woman applying mascara

But what can you do if you misplace your mascara and you’re having a makeup emergency?

Never fear, you’re not doomed to the dreadful fate of leaving the house with a naked face.

If the Vaseline clumps, you could smooth it out with a little piece of damp toilet paper.

Petroleum jelly

Lightly apply the Vaseline to your lashes just as you would mascara.

Liquid eyeliner