Focusing your lashes in the right place for your eye shape can make an enormous difference to your whole look. Here are our best tips for six different eye shapes.
Round eyes
Focus on your outer lashes for an elongating cat-eye effect. Apply mascara with extra emphasis on the outer corners and avoid adding too much volume in the centre — that only accentuates the roundness. Apply Xlash Eyelash Serum along the entire lash line, but give the outer edges a little extra attention to build length where it makes the biggest difference.
Hooded eyes
Emphasise the lashes at the centre of the eye to create depth and make them more visible beneath the overhanging lid. The centre lashes are key to opening up your gaze. Avoid too much volume at the outer corners, as this can press the eyelid down even further.
Monolid eyes
A flat eyelash curler is anatomically better suited to monolid eyes than a traditionally curved one, and gives a more even, natural lift. Focus on long, well-kept lashes with full volume along the entire lash line for an open, defined look.
Almond-shaped eyes
Almond-shaped eyes suit almost every lash style. Start curling at the root and work your way towards the tips in three stages for a natural, long-lasting curl. Long and full along the entire lash line frames this eye shape beautifully.
Large eyes
A long, flat eyelash curler makes it easier to curl all your lashes at once. Try lifting the lower lashes with a little mascara at the outer corners for extra definition and depth that frames large eyes just right.
Small eyes
Focus length and volume on the centre and outer lashes for a widening effect. Avoid thick eyeliner on the upper lid, as it can make the eyes appear smaller. A light or white kohl pencil along the lower waterline opens the eyes up immediately. Apply Xlash Eyelash Serum with extra focus on the centre and outer edges to build exactly the length that flatters your shape the most.
Whatever your eye shape, well-nourished and strong lashes give you the best foundation for a beautiful result.
