Getting eyelash extensions is certainly no rocket science, but it’s not as straightforward as you might think either. For one, it’s important for the lash extension expert to know your eye shape to determine the right style of lash extensions to ensure that it enhances your eyes instead of taking away from them.

To give you some idea of how this works, here are some common eye shapes and the lash extension styles that go best with them: 

Almond Eyes

Recommended Styles: Natural Style or Natural Sweep Style

These are the ideal choice for almond-shaped eyes. Generally, almond-shaped eyes are long and thin, with a slight curve at the outer edge. Almond-shaped eyes look best with natural-looking lashes to emphasize the length and the curve of your eyes.

Round Eyes

Recommended Styles: Natural Sweep Style or Cat-Eye Style

Round eyes are the second most common shape in Asian women’s eyes today. Round eyes have an even curve all around and don't taper in the corners. For round eyes, you can go with a natural lash style like a natural sweep style or a cat-eye style that won't make your round eyes look surprised all the time.

Upturned Eyes

Recommended Styles: Natural Sweep Style or Dolly Style

Upturned eyes have that distinct upward flick around their outer corners. They are also often called cat eyes. This particular eye shape can generally get away with any style of lash extensions. If you want to define your upturned eyes subtly, you should opt for a natural sweep style, or if you're going to open your eyes a bit more, you can try Dolly style extensions.

Downturned Eyes

Recommended Styles: Dolly Style or Natural Style

As you can tell, this is the opposite of upturned eyes, as this eye shape has the outer corners of the eyes turned down. This eye shape is trickier to accentuate with lash extensions because, with the wrong style, the wearer can look sleepy or tired. Remember that you should stay away from cat-eye lash extensions that can exaggerate the drop in the corners of your eyes. Opt for a natural style or Dolly style lashes that can balance the shape of your eyes.

Monolid or Hooded Eyes

Recommended Styles: Natural Style or Dolly Style

Monolid eyes are eyes that don't have a crease but have the fold occurring right at the lash line. Hooded eyes have eyelids completely hidden under the brow bones. These eye shapes don't look well with cat-eye styles as the lashes may even poke into the eyelid. Natural and Dolly styles can bring out the beauty of these eye shapes.

Conclusion

You don’t need to be an expert to get the best eyelash extensions for your eye shape. You can even experiment and see what you prefer. The best way to know which one fits you most is to determine which style would help emphasize and balance your eyes best. If your eyes are quite long and thin, you should opt for a sweep style. The bottom line is that the best choice for you will be the one that makes you feel confident and beautiful.

Of course, you can simply go to your trusted lash extension salon and let the pros help you pick out the best style of eyelashes for you. 

The Glam House Lashes & Waxing is the best place to visit if you want to get eyelash extensions in Capitol Hill that will bring out the beauty of your eyes even more. Contact us today to set up an appointment!