HOW DO YOU CHOOSE THE CORRECT EYELASH EXTENSION FOR DIFFERENT EYE SHAPES?

The major goal of a lash technician is to improve the natural beauty of our users' eyes and create an alluring, captivating look that leaves them feeling tremendous. The most important aspect of achieving this is considering how different eye shapes can take advantage of a particular lash extension mapping style. It is obvious that one size or style doesn't fit all when it comes to lash extension; each customer has unique facial features, so it's significant to choose the most appropriate eyelash mapping style to harmonize with the eye shape of the client. 

So, let's explore which eyelash mapping styles work best for numerous eye shapes.

ALMOND-SHAPED EYES: BOOST THE ELEGANCE WITH DOLL LASH MAPPING

Almond-shaped eyes are known for being the most versatile eye shape and are considered for their balanced and symmetrical proportions. To improve this shape, pick the doll eyelash mapping style. This lash extension style features a uniform distribution of eyelash extensions across the complete eyelash line, creating a doe-like effect with wide eyes. Focus on preserving a tapered curl and lash length throughout the eyelashes, with a slight highlighting on the middle for that enchanting open-eye look.  

ROUND EYES: GO SENSATIONAL WITH LASH MAPPING

Round eyes are naturally expressive and large. This eye shape lets you look for a wide range of eyelash extension styles, but one of the most flattering and popular options is the cat eye look. This style lengthens the eyes, creating a feline-inspired and captivating appearance. Focus on inserting a longer eyelash mapping style to the outer tips of the eyes and progressively tapering them towards the inner tips. This will give your customer's eyes a playful allure and a stunning lift. 

DOWNTURNED EYES: RAISE THE UPWARD LIFT WITH SQUIRREL-STYLE EYELASHES

Downturned eyes have an ordinary hang at the outer edges, which can make the eyes appear tired or sad. To deal with this, use an extension style that focuses on elevating the outer tips. To brighten and lift downturned eyes, pick for a squirrel lash extension style. Placing elongated eyelash extensions from just after the center point of the eyes and continuing toward the outer edges will create an elevated effect that neutralizes their downturned appearance. This method will give the eyes a more inviting and youthful look.  

UPTURNED EYES: CAPTIVATE AND COMPLEMENT WITH NATURAL-LOOK EYELASHES

For customers with upturned eyes, the ambition is to create a more stable appearance and augment their natural eye shape. Upturned eyes have a minor lift at the outer edges, which can already offer a captivating look. However, to further complement and emphasize this eye shape, an eyelash mapping style that concentrates on maintaining balance and increasing the upward lift is ideal. So, for clients with upturned eyes, emphasize a natural eyelash mapping style. Sticking shorter eyelash extensions towards the middle of the eye and gradually elongating them towards the outer tips will harmonize the natural upward incline of the eyes, highlighting their charming eye shape.  

HOODED EYES: DEFINE AND LIFT WITH NATURAL-LOOK LASHES

Customers with hooded eyes often search for eyelash extensions to create the impression of more defined, larger eyes. While most eyelash extension styles can be used for hooded eye shapes depending on their shape, size, and the distance between their eyes, the concern here is to preserve a natural look. A natural look eyelash extension style is ideal for hooded eyes. By deliberately placing shorter eyelash extensions from the inner lash lines' corner, gradually augmenting in length towards the center, and then falling the lengths again towards the outer tips, you'll open up the eyes and complement definition without devastating their lid space. 

MONOLID EYES: COMPLEMENT DEPTH WITH MANGA EYELASHES

Parallel to what we mentioned before for hooded eyes, monolid eyes are also slightly versatile. The lash extension styles that fit them will rely on their shape, size, and the distance between the eyes. Monolid eyes don't have a noticeable crease, so the purpose is to create dimension and depth. To complement dimension and depth to monolid eyes, apply a lash extension style like manga eyelashes that alternates long and short extensions along the lash line with eyelash spikes. This will create a layered, textured effect that makes the eyes stand out and pop beautifully. This method opens up the eyes and augments a touch of dramatic look.

CONCLUSION:

Different lash extensions are intended for diverse eye shapes. Remember, the lash mentioned above extension styles are not firm rules but rather instructions. Your clients are diverse and have unique demands, and customization is important. Always ask your client about their wishes and preferences, then consider their natural eyelash density and length. All in all, it's your attention and expertise to detail that will guarantee your clients walk out of your beauty salon feeling like the finest versions of themselves. So, let's keep learning about and exploring such crafts and make the world a more attractive place, one eyelash at a time!