False Lashes For Different Eye Shapes

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

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 makeup. Make sure to always clean the lashes before reusing [them] so they look more natural!” - Rachael Brook, Chemcorp Beauty Expert

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 makeup remover or if you’re really struggling to loosen the glue I’ve heard coconut oil is great!” - Rachael Brook, Chemcorp Beauty Expert

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

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

Do you wear false lashes often? Have you ever considered your eye shape when selecting a pair?

198 Member Comments

Beccaduncan23 20 Mar 2018 6:45 PM

I have small eyes, my favourite lashes are the Ardell Wispies. I do NOT have time for individual lashes!

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lena25 21 Nov 2017 11:08 PM

Super helpful article! I had no idea eye shape impacted falsies so much

Goddess..... 18 Jun 2017 6:40 PM

They look nice on but I'm not for this whole fake thing, Having real lashes are better.

KKDC 24 May 2017 1:24 AM

Can't live without em! If I could only use one 'makeup' item for the rest of my life, it'd undoubtedly be falsies.

Shop A Everyday 2 Apr 2017 11:44 PM

They add so much defintion

clearcrystalwater 12 Nov 2016 8:11 PM

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 ; )

Yohanna 20 Sep 2016 4:00 PM

Love this click on method! And the article quite helpful!

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Trish_D 13 Aug 2016 3:13 PM

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!

Linda_Vesinger 11 Aug 2016 1:35 AM

I have smallish, almond shape eyes. I really like the natural look that has been given to the lady with the small eyes

Pixie96 16 Jun 2016 3:56 PM

I have hooded eyes and it can be hard sometimes to apply eye makeup let alone false lashes.

beaq 14 Jun 2016 10:55 PM

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.

ray_jay 12 Jun 2016 7:49 PM

I cant master eye lashes.

maydayismyday 12 Jun 2016 4:53 PM

I still don't really know what my eye shape is - somewhere between round and almond I think!

cosmoslyn 12 Jun 2016 12:14 PM

second the lash washing tutorial, I love falsies but they are very hard to clean, especially when mascara is involved.

RachM 11 Jun 2016 9:38 PM

Really makes a big difference on every face type!

Shop A Everyday 11 Jun 2016 2:50 PM

Amazing aren't they?

Chicklet 9 Jun 2016 7:47 PM

I find them so hard to apply.

CherryBlossom 9 Jun 2016 5:35 PM

Ohhhh look at those lashes flutter!!!

I never thought about eye shape for false lashes, good to know. I don't normally wear them because I'm too lazy for them.

Jannz 8 Jun 2016 8:50 PM

Love this! I have fairly round eyes but have never really considered eye shape, more the style of them in relation to what look I'm going for.

Jessica712 8 Jun 2016 5:39 PM

This is an excellent article. So helpful to see how the lash change how the eyes look.

Elefante 8 Jun 2016 1:04 PM

I love false lashes and I am getting extensions soon!

Temporary Princess 7 Jun 2016 8:20 PM

Excellent! I already use the Miranda lashes by Glam, so I'm on the right track!

Lolakel 7 Jun 2016 7:54 PM

Love wearing false eyelashes as my lashes are quite flimsy and weak. One of my favourite is definitely the ModelRock Russian Doll.

deadstarcavegrl 7 Jun 2016 4:52 PM

I've used false eyelashes since I was about 16. I used to use full lashes but now I like to cut them for just the outer corner of my eyelashes. I use the shorter lashes for during the day and longer ones for when I'm going out. This also saves a lot of money since the price of eyelashes has gone up so much since they have become trendy (annoying). My own eyelashes are quite long so that they meet in length and I've always used liquid eyeliner which I actually find easier to apply with eyelashes on in the outer corners. You must always remember to make sure that the line of the false lashes are covered.

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The easy way to choose false lashes for your eye shape

ALMOND EYES

HOODED EYES

MONOLID EYES

SMALL EYES

ROUND EYES

Have you tried any of the products mentioned above?

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