The easy way to choose false lashes for your eye shape

Applying false lashes is one of the biggest challenges you can face in the beauty world. So when you do manage to get them on, you want to make sure they look good.
Just like eyeliner, your eye shape plays a big role in knowing which design and shape of falsies will suit you best. So keep this in mind the next time you’re picking out a pair...
ALMOND EYES
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Look for: Lashes that are denser or longer towards the outer edges to give your eyes a winged, flattering shape.
We used: Artémes Rumour Has It, $35, www.artemeslashes.com
But you can also use: MODELROCK Lashes Russian Doll - Double Layered Lashes
Expert tip: “The band length [on false lashes] sometimes needs to be trimmed down to match your natural lash line as they can be made quite long.” - Rachael Brook, Chemcorp Beauty Expert
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HOODED EYES
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Look for: Strip lashes that have a mix of long and short hairs to give you fullness along the lash line, but length to open up your eyes.
We used: Glam by Manicare Sienna Lashes
But you can also use: 1000 Hour Natural Lashes in Envious Black
Expert tip: “Most full sets of false lashes are reusable, [but] it’s often really obvious when they have been reused because they will be layered in old make-up. Make sure to always clean the lashes before reusing [them] so they look more natural!” - Rachael Brook, Chemcorp Beauty Expert
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MONOLID EYES
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Look for: Denser lashes that have a criss cross pattern or a mixture in lengths, but are longer towards the tips. Avoid wispy, long lashes as they can look unnatural on this eye shape.
We used: Glam by Manicare Glameyes Miranda Lashes
But you can also use: 1000 Hour Natural Lashes in Wicked Lush
Expert tip: “[When it comes to lash removal] usually just showering [them] with warm water will loosen them up so you’re able to slide them off with ease. Otherwise [you can use] a make-up remover or if you’re really struggling to loosen the glue I’ve heard coconut oil is great!” - Rachael Brook, Chemcorp Beauty Expert
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SMALL EYES
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Look for: Individual lashes to apply on the outer corners to open your eyes up without too much of a dramatic change. Or if you prefer a full strip lash, go for a light and natural pair.
We used: Ardell Individual Lashes DuraLash Flare Medium
But you can also use: ModelCo Flutter False Eyelashes
Expert tip: “Individual false lashes make it very easy to customise the lashes to your eye shape. Use a tiny amount of glue on the tip of the individual lash and allow it to become tacky before applying. I like to use tweezers to apply individuals.” - Rachael Brook, Chemcorp Beauty Expert
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ROUND EYES
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Look for: Lashes that have slightly longer hairs towards the middle of the band. The lash band will form a slight V-like shape to really draw attention to your peepers.
We used: Artémes Twice Bitten, $39, www.artemeslashes.com
But you can also use: Eylure Lengthening Lashes 035
Expert tip: “My best application tip for all eye shapes is to try to apply them while looking down rather than closing your eyes (you may have to move your mirror around to suit). [This helps] to avoid getting your top and bottom lashes stuck together.” - Rachael Brook, Chemcorp Beauty Expert
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211 Member Comments
Does everyone call it "falsies"?
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the almond and hooded eyes with falsies look stunning.
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The almond eyes with falsies are a stand out for me!
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I don’t wear falsies but some lovely looks here...
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I've never worn false eyelashes but I'd love to try them. They really make a difference.
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I have never worn false eye lashes. I can not imagine doing so.
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I have small eyes, my favourite lashes are the Ardell Wispies. I do NOT have time for individual lashes!
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Super helpful article! I had no idea eye shape impacted falsies so much
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They look nice on but I'm not for this whole fake thing, Having real lashes are better.
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Can't live without em! If I could only use one 'makeup' item for the rest of my life, it'd undoubtedly be falsies.
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They add so much defintion
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I loved clicking through these! I didn't really realize that eye shape had much to do with falsies - but now eye can see why ; )
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Love this click on method! And the article quite helpful!
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This article has been updated since I first read it. I've noticed some spam by cristofar on 17 Jan 2013 which I've just reported. Please do not click on any suspicious links.
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No way am I ever going to get involved in false eye lashes - the concept of what I might end up with does not appeal!
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I have smallish, almond shape eyes. I really like the natural look that has been given to the lady with the small eyes
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I have hooded eyes and it can be hard sometimes to apply eye makeup let alone false lashes.
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That's my problem too. That's why I tend to neglect my eyes as far as makeup is concerned.
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Am so clumsy when it comes to anything to do with the eye. The thought of individual eyelashes seem time consuming, would prefer a product that has a self adhesive strip as I like how they instantly have a subtle eye liner look to them!! Best of all I wouldn't need to apply a mascara or eye liner to my eye in fear of poking myself with it or worry about smudging make up when it comes to having watery eyes from laughing/yawning.
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I cant master eye lashes.
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I still don't really know what my eye shape is - somewhere between round and almond I think!
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second the lash washing tutorial, I love falsies but they are very hard to clean, especially when mascara is involved.
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Really makes a big difference on every face type!
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Amazing aren't they?
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I find them so hard to apply.
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