Asian eyelids are a unique challenge for lash artists. The shape of Asian eyes differs from Caucasian and African American eyes, which means that the lashes need to be applied differently to achieve a natural look. Asian lashes are straight, extremely hard to curl, extra thin, often sparse, and usually point straight down. Also, our eyes are shaped so differently from other ethnicities that the technician needs to have special artistic skills to place the proper length and choose the best lashes for Asian eyes throughout the eye to create the perfect look. New to lash photo editing? We've got you covered with our Free Lash Editing Tutorial. Click here to learn more! Here's what I learned about eyelash extensions: they make you feel more attractive than you ever imagined. Allow me to share some important information before you schedule your first session. Eyelash extensions are popular for a variety of reasons. For one thing, you start waking up with gorgeous lashes and don't have to spend a lot of time maintaining them as long as you wash your face gently. Are you still doubting getting eyelash extensions? Let me list down the benefits of getting and having eyelash extensions. Promade Fans M Curl, Velour Lash Adhesive, Incredible Retention Primer and Super Bonder are used in this set. To shop, please click here. It will add volume to your natural lashes. It will enhance your eyes and your face look. You will not be required to use mascara. It will not damage your natural lashes. (when done correctly by a legit lash artist) It will feel lightweight and natural. It will give you a unique and stand out look. WHAT IS MONOLID? A monolid eye is a single eyelid that lacks a crease. A double eyelid does not have a crease. Monolids are a common face feature among Asians. On the other hand, other races may have a monolid or eyelid form without a crease. It's essential to remember that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes, even eyelid forms. Monolids are unique and gorgeous. IT IS IMPORTANT TO CONSIDER THE CLIENT'S EYES STRUCTURE WHEN CHOOSING THE MAPPING FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL CLIENT Clients with folded eyelids and monolids inner corners should be mapped out slightly differently. As illustrated, if the lash lengths are too short, like 7-8mm, the skin will cover many of the client's extensions. The solution for this is to increase the inner corner lashes length to balance out the client's eyes and give the client an open-eyed look. For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. Avoiding Common Mistakes: Incorrect Styling of Hooded Eyes Regarding lash extensions, each eye shape requires a unique approach to achieve the desired results. One eye shape that often requires special attention is hooded eyes. Hooded eyes have a characteristic fold of skin that partially covers the eyelid, making lash styling a bit more challenging. Let me discuss some common mistakes to avoid when styling hooded eyes, ensuring that your clients with hooded eyes leave with stunning lashes. SAY NO TO REALLY NATURAL CURLS When working with hooded eyes, avoiding using curls that provide no lifting effect, such as B and C curls, is crucial. These natural curls blend with the lash line, offering minimal lift and impact. MIND THE LENGTH The right lash length is essential for hooded eyes. Avoid using too short lengths, such as 6-11mm, as they can get lost in the hooded fold and fail to make a noticeable difference. Classic Lashes, Elite High Humidity Adhesive, Incredible Retention Primer and Super Bonder are used in this set. To shop, please click here. STEER CLEAR OF OVERLY NATURAL MAPPING Mapping is a technique used to determine where each lash extension should be placed. For hooded eyes, balancing a natural look and providing lift is essential. Avoid using too-natural mapping, as it can result in underwhelming results. Instead, focus on mapping that gives lift and emphasizes the client's natural eye shape. Classic Lashes, Velour Lash Adhesive, Eyelash Extension Ballet Slippers Tape and Gel Under Eye Patches are used here. To shop, please click here. TIP: Lash style for hooded eyes requires careful consideration and technique. By avoiding common mistakes, such as using overly natural curls, choosing inadequate lengths, and utilizing underwhelming mapping, you can ensure that your clients with hooded eyes leave your lash room feeling confident and delighted with their lash extensions. Remember, it's all about finding the right balance between enhancing their natural eye shape and providing the lift needed to make their eyes genuinely shine. For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. GENETICS Monolid eyes are most frequent in people of Asian heritage with eyelashes. Monolids can also be found in people of different races with horizontal, extended eyes. Furthermore, some people with huge hoods on their eyelids may appear to have monolids. A monolid is formed when the skin folds over the visible crease. Color Lashes, Velour Lash Adhesive, Super Bonder, and Incredible Retention Primer are used in this set. To shop, please click here. For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. CAN MONOLIDS GET EYELASH EXTENSIONS? For Asian eyes, eyelash extensions are a great option. Monolids will conceal the top half of all eyelashes, whereas eyes with folded eyelids will display the length of lash extensions you desire. As a result, for monolids, you should use 1mm to 2mm longer extensions. To learn more about the ideal eyelash extension for monolid eyes, please click here. For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. EYELASH EXTENSIONS FOR ASIAN EYES Whether you’re an eyelash pro or an extension newbie wanting to know what exactly to ask your technician for, we’ve got tips that will be helpful to you below. It is important to note that there are a lot of factors to consider when you get eyelash extensions. Though your eye shape is possibly the most significant thing, you should also consider your eyelash condition, how fast your lashes grow, and even your face shape. Promade Fans, Velour Lash Adhesive, Eyelash Extension Ballet Slippers Tape and Hydro-Gel Under Eye Patches are used in this set. To shop, please click here. For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. TRIANGULAR EYES Triangular eyes are a common problem in older clients. The outer eye area can begin to sag, causing the client to feel like they have an unflattering eye shape. This can be especially true for Asian clients with hooded eyes, who often struggle with this issue. The good news is there are ways to turn your triangular eyes into something more flattering and youthful! One way is by choosing an eyelash extension that enhances the current shape of your eyes.When choosing a natural lash extension, avoid anything too dramatic or drastic. You don't want to make your eyes look even more triangular than they already do! Instead, opt for something more subtle and natural-looking—it will make all the difference in how you appear! For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. DOWNTURNED EYES Downturned eyes are usually considered to be an Asian trait, but many other people have them as well! With downturned eyes, you can still achieve a beautiful eye look with lash extensions. Recommended Lash Extension: Cat Eyes Eyelash extensions can open up the eye area, giving it a lift that makes the eyes look more awake and alert. This is especially true for people with Asian hooded eyes, who tend to have a slight downward tilt to the outer corners of their eyes. The hooded eye shape can make it hard to see the eyelid area, making the eyes appear tired or sad. Eyelash extensions can help by visually lifting the eye area to appear brighter and more awake. To learn more about what lash extensions are best for downturned eyes, please click here. For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. UPTURNED EYES Upturned eyes have a lot in common with upturned lips. They're both the opposite of downturned, making people look like they're smiling, even when they're not. Upturned eyes are also the opposite of droopy eyes, which you get when you're tired or hungover (or both). Upturned eyes tend to be more alert and energetic than droopy eyes, making people with upturned eyes seem more serious or in control. But just because these people seem more serious doesn't mean they don't have fun! They're just better at hiding it than people with downturned eyes. Recommended Lash Extension: Open Eyes To learn more about the best lashes for upturned eyes, please click here. For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. WHICH CURL TO USE? As you can see on the diagram, there are various curls to choose from when you evaluate the client's eyes and select the perfect lash curl and length for them. As a lash artist, it is your role to assess and recommend a curl that perfectly suits your client's eye shape. Clients with Asian hooded eyes and monolids typically look best with L, M and L + curls. L Curl Lashes and Velour Lash Adhesive used in this set. To shop, please click here. However, there is no perfect template that can be replicated for each client with Asian hooded eyes or monolid eyes. Each client's eye shape and size should be evaluated individually since you want to customize each client's lash extension set as a lash artist. Lashes and Ultra Crystal Clear Bond used in this set. To shop, please click here. To learn more about the best lash extensions for hooded eyes, please click here. WORKING WITH M CURL LASHES AND WORKS WELL WITH HOODED EYES It’s incredibly important when working on eyelash extensions for Asian eyes to avoid lash curls that will be unflattering. For monolids, it’s better to avoid using flat curls like J and B since the natural lash is already flat. This curl will weigh down the lash and make the eye look smaller. L and L + curls are exotic and trendy curls that can be used on some monolid lash clients. These curls can sometimes obstruct the client’s view, and therefore it is sometimes best to either avoid them or only use shorter lengths to avoid blocking the client’s field of vision. Monolid clients will typically have straighter lashes. Choose a more dramatically curled lash, such as an L or L+. Thanks to their flat base and significant curl, these extensions will open the eyes by peeking through the otherwise heavy lash line without weighing down natural eyelashes. Choose a stronger curl like C-curl or D-curl for monolid clients. L and L Plus curls can be used for monolids, creating a lovely chic set. Example of how an L curl can look for clients with monolids: For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. HOW TO TAPE THE INNER CORNER? This is the best way to apply the lash tape to remove the extra skin and ensure that all the small inner corners hairs are worked thoroughly perfectly. This is especially important when working with clients that have smaller eyes and when working with hooded eyes. Since the visibility of hooded eyes will be more difficult for the lash artist, it is always recommended to have the perfect tools and techniques to make visualizing the inner corners easier and more effective for the lash artist. Eyelash Extension Ballet Slippers Tape, Hydro-Gel Under Eye Patches and Silicone Extra Sensitive Tape are used in this set. To shop, please click here. For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. Lash Extensions Asian Eyes Apply surgical tape just above the base of the lashes on the upper lid. Next, pull it just a little bit towards the temple. This causes the lashes to isolate automatically! J and B curl lashes are ideal for Asian eyes, especially if your Asian client has a monolid – meaning that there is no visible eyelid crease. C curls tend to look very unnatural with a monolid eye. If your client has a super slanted eye, where the inner corner is lower than the outer corner, avoid applying lashes too much to the inner corner. Using lashes here can cause this eye to appear even smaller or even closed. Use a shorter length on Asian eyes than you would use on clients of other ethnicities. However, thicker diameters work best! For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. HOW DO YOU TAKE CARE OF YOUR EYELASH EXTENSIONS? Don’t get your lashes wet for 24-48 hours after your eyelash application. Avoid using oil-based eye makeup removed. If your eyelashes get tangled, brush them out with eyelash extension brushes. Try to sleep on your back! Make it a habit to clean your lashes regularly. Lash Foam used in this set. To shop, please click here. For more tips like this one be sure to subscribe to our email list, we send very informative and helpful emails every week, please click here. CONCLUSION Eyelash extensions can be a dramatic addition to any eye make-up, yet they are not as common with Asians as Caucasians. However, lash artists like myself, who have extensive experience with Asian eyes and know the differences in features of each type of Asian eye shape, have been able to customize Asian eyelash sets for optimal results. Most importantly, the foundation for the perfect lash set always starts with a thorough consultation for an individual assessment of the client's eye shape and personal preferences. Excellent communication is vital, especially when discussing the