Essence makeup prices in Iraq: the six biggest drops this week (September 13-20, 2026)
If you have been waiting for the right moment to restock your makeup bag, this is one of those weeks. Across the Iraqi stores we track at TajPrice, Essence - the German budget brand many shoppers rely on for a decent mascara at a low price - is showing some of its steepest discounts in the makeup category. The cuts are not spread evenly: they are concentrated almost entirely in mascara, with one lip product sliding into the list as well.
Here is the full list, sorted by how much the price fell compared with last week. Every price below is the lowest we found in Iraqi dinars (IQD) as of September 20, 2026, and every product is stocked by more than one seller, so you are not stuck with a single shop.
1. Waterproof lash effect mascara - down 19%
Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Waterproof Mascara - Black
Best price now: 5,500 IQD. Before: 6,750 IQD. You save: 1,250 IQD. Available at 7 stores. Price range: 5,500-6,750 IQD (22.7% spread).
This is the biggest single fall in the whole Essence makeup range this week, and it also has the widest store coverage - seven sellers. That combination matters. With a 22.7% spread between the cheapest and the most expensive shop, comparing before you check out can save you more than 1,200 IQD. The formula is waterproof and built for an active lifestyle - sports, pool, tears - and adds length and volume with fibres.
2. Crystal clear volume lipgloss - down 14%
Essence Extreme Shine Volume Lipgloss - 01 Crystal Clear
Best price now: 4,500 IQD. Before: 5,250 IQD. You save: 750 IQD. Available at 2 stores. Price range: 4,500-5,250 IQD (16.7% spread).
The cheapest item on this week's list, and the only non-mascara entry. It gives a wet, shiny look without silicones, microplastics, alcohol or oil. The catch is availability: only two stores carry it at this price, so the 16.7% gap is easy to miss if you check just one shop, and stock can move fast. If you want it, do not wait the whole week.
3. Classic lash effect mascara - down 14%
Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara - Black
Best price now: 5,825 IQD. Before: 6,750 IQD. You save: 925 IQD. Available at 5 stores. Price range: 5,825-6,750 IQD (15.9% spread).
The non-waterproof version of the lash effect mascara, and the one most people use daily. Build it up coat by coat, starting at the base of the lash line and wiggling the wand back and forth, until you get the length and volume you want. Five stores means you have options, and the price gap is still nearly 16%.
4. Sculpted volume mascara - down 13%
Essence Lash Princess Sculpted Volume Mascara - Black
Best price now: 5,857 IQD. Before: 6,750 IQD. You save: 893 IQD. Available at 5 stores. Price range: 5,857-6,750 IQD (15.2% spread).
The tapered brush is the selling point here: it lets you go from dramatic volume to fanned-out, separated lashes from the same tube. If you prefer a defined lash look rather than a clumpy one, this is the one worth its 5,857 IQD price.
5. Curl and volume mascara - down 13%
Essence Lash Princess Curl and Volume Mascara - Black
Best price now: 5,863 IQD. Before: 6,750 IQD. You save: 887 IQD. Available at 6 stores. Price range: 5,863-6,750 IQD (15.1% spread).
The peanut-shaped brush is made for the inner and outer corners, where most mascaras struggle. It is the best-covered option after the waterproof one - six stores - and it costs only 6 IQD more than the sculpted version, so the choice between them comes down to the lash look you prefer, not the price.
6. Crazy volume waterproof mascara - down 9%
Essence I Love Extreme Crazy Volume Waterproof Mascara - Black
Best price now: 5,000 IQD. Before: 5,500 IQD. You save: 500 IQD. Available at 6 stores. Price range: 5,000-5,500 IQD (10% spread).
The smallest percentage drop on the list, but do not skip it. At 5,000 IQD it is the second cheapest product here, and the tight 10% spread means pricing is fairly consistent across the six stores, so you can buy without hunting for a bargain. One coat gives mega volume, and the waterproof formula keeps it in place all day.
What to keep in mind before you buy
Prices in Iraq move quickly, and the numbers above are a snapshot of September 20, 2026. Three things are worth doing before you order.
First, check the number of stores. A low price at one seller is harder to rely on than a low price at six. Four of this week's products are sold by five or more shops, which means a better chance of finding your shade in stock.
Second, look at the spread, not just the price. The distance between the cheapest and the most expensive seller ranges from 10% to 22.7% this week. On a 6,750 IQD mascara, that difference is over 1,200 IQD - real money, especially if you buy two or three items together.
Third, decide waterproof or not. Waterproof formulas last through heat, swimming and tears but need a proper eye makeup remover. If you wear mascara every day and remove it at night, the regular versions (items 3, 4 and 5) are usually the easier choice.
The bottom line
This is a good week for Essence mascara in Iraq. The lash effect waterproof mascara has the deepest cut at 19% and the widest availability, so it is the safest pick if you are buying only one thing. If your budget is tighter, the crazy volume waterproof at 5,000 IQD and the crystal clear lipgloss at 4,500 IQD are the two cheapest ways to refresh your makeup bag. Compare the stores, buy before the week ends, and do not pay the top of the range.