The reviewer, Abby, shares her first impressions of the get BIG! LASHES volume CURL mascara by .essence. in her video review. She mentions that the packaging is nice and appreciates the inclusion of free return papers and a welcoming card. Abby compares her lashes with and without the mascara, noting that they look similar but she used a primer. Overall, she doesn't provide a clear assessment of the product's performance or its benefits and drawbacks. However, she does mention that the mascara is affordable at four bucks. Based on Abby's review, it seems that the mascara may not have made a significant difference in her lashes, but further information is needed to make a conclusive judgment.