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If you have hooded eyes, you probably know this feeling:

• Lashes that look gorgeous in the box suddenly disappear under your crease.

• Heavy styles make your eyes look sleepy instead of lifted.

• Inner corners poke, smudge or feel uncomfortable after a few hours.

The good news? Magnetic lashes can look incredible on hooded eyes — as long as you choose the right styles and use a hooded-eye-friendly application technique.

In this guide, you’ll learn:

• What hooded eyes actually are (and why lashes feel tricky)

• What to look for in magnetic lash styles for hooded eyes

• The best LashNova magnetic lashes for hooded eyes

• Step-by-step application tips specifically for hooded lids

• Styling tricks so your lashes lift and open your eyes (not hide them)

If you’re brand new to magnetic lashes, you can also check:

• Magnetic Lashes 101 – What They Are & How They Actually Work

• How to Apply Magnetic Lashes for Beginners

You’ll find all our lash education in the LashNova Lash Guides and our full magnetic lashes collection.

What Are Hooded Eyes – and Why Do Lashes Feel Tricky?

“Hooded eyes” simply means that when your eyes are open:

• A fold of skin partially or fully covers your crease, and

• You may see less visible lid space compared to other eye shapes.

This can show up as:

• Inner corners that sit under a fold of skin

• Lids that look heavier toward the outer half

• Eyes that look “sleepier” when you wear thick eyeliner or heavy lashes

With hooded eyes, lashes can feel tricky because:

• Long, straight lashes hit the brow bone and disappear when you look up

• Very dense lashes can cast a shadow, making the eye look smaller

• A stiff, long band may poke into the inner or outer corner fold

But none of this means you “can’t wear lashes.” It just means you need:

• The right style

• The right placement

• A few tiny adjustments to your liner and eyeshadow routine

What to Look For in Magnetic Lashes for Hooded Eyes

When choosing magnetic lashes for hooded eyes, focus less on “max volume” and more on shape, lift and comfort.

1. Lightweight, Flexible Bands

For hooded eyes, the band can make or break the look.

You want:

• Thin, flexible lash bands that follow your natural lash line

• Soft magnetic systems that don’t feel heavy on the lid

Stiff, thick bands tend to:

• Push up against your hood,

• Lift off at the inner or outer corner, and

• Feel uncomfortable after a few hours.

LashNova’s soft magnetic lash-to-lash system is designed with ultra-thin, flexible bands that sit comfortably even on eyes with more lid movement.

2. Wispy, Layered Fibers (Instead of Solid “Blocks”)

Hooded eyes usually look best with styles that:

• Have wispy, airy fibers

• Include soft layers instead of one heavy, blunt line

• Leave a bit of space between clusters so your lid and liner still show

Overly thick, blocky lashes can:

• Hide your lid completely

• Make your eyes look smaller from straight-on

• Feel visually “top heavy,” especially if your brow is close to your lash line

3. Lifted, Curled Styles (Not Just Extra Long)

Length isn’t the only thing that matters — direction does too.

For hooded eyes, look for lashes that:

• Have a good curl, so the tips lift up instead of pushing into your crease

• Concentrate more length toward the center or outer third, not the inner corner

• Offer an overall “lifting” shape rather than a heavy, horizontal line

Too-long lashes with weak curl often just hit your brow bone and vanish when your eyes are open.

4. Slightly Shorter or Trimmable Bands

Because many hooded eyes also have:

• Narrower lids, or

• More sensitive inner corners

…it often helps to trim the lash band slightly from the outer end.

Look for:

• Bands that are easy to trim without disturbing the magnets

• Styles that still look balanced after you remove one small segment

(Hooded eyes + half-lash placement on the outer half can be incredibly flattering.)

5. Soft Magnetic Lash-to-Lash Systems

If you find liners irritating or your lids move a lot, lash-to-lash (sandwich) systems can be ideal:

• No liner sitting on your skin

• Magnets clamp gently around your natural lashes

• Less chance of liner transferring onto your upper lid

LashNova’s soft magnetic designs were created to feel as close as possible to “nothing on your eyes” — which is especially helpful if you’re prone to lid heaviness.

Best LashNova Magnetic Lashes for Hooded Eyes

Everyone’s eyes are unique, but here’s how LashNova’s core styles work beautifully on many hooded-eye shapes.

LunarMuse – Everyday Lift for Hooded Eyes

LunarMuse is an ultra-light soft magnetic style that’s perfect as an everyday hooded-eye hero:

• Wispy, feathery fibers that don’t overpower your eye

• A flattering, eye-opening shape that softly lifts the outer third

• Lightweight band that sits comfortably on lids with more movement

Why it works for hooded eyes:

• The wispy design lets your eyeliner and lid still peek through

• The outer lift helps counteract any natural “droop” or heaviness

• The overall length is glam but not so long that it constantly hits your crease

If you only pick one lash to start with for hooded eyes, make it LunarMuse.

Nebula Crown – More Drama, Still Hooded-Eye Friendly

When you want more impact — photos, nights out, events — Nebula Crown gives you extra lift and definition without burying your eyes.

• More volume and length, focused toward the outer half

• A shape that visually widens and pulls the eye upward

• Still designed with soft, flexible bands for comfort

Why it works:

• The extra length sits more toward the outer corners, where hooded eyes benefit most from lift

• It creates a “mini cat-eye effect” without needing a super thick wing

• It adds drama without turning your entire upper lid into one solid shadow

If you have hooded eyes and love a bolder look, Nebula Crown is a great “going out” partner to LunarMuse.

GlitzBabe – Hooded-Eye Sparkle (Use as a Statement Style)

GlitzBabe is your special-occasion lash if you want added glam and a little sparkle.

For hooded eyes, the key is:

• Use GlitzBabe more as a statement lash for events

• Make sure your liner is thin at the inner third so your eyes stay open

• Consider trimming a tiny segment from the outer end so it fits your eye length perfectly

Paired with a soft, lifted eyeshadow look and a tidy wing, GlitzBabe can make hooded eyes look dramatic and dimensional, not heavy.

How to Apply Magnetic Lashes on Hooded Eyes (Step-by-Step)

Application is where hooded eyes win or lose with lashes. Here’s a hooded-eye-friendly routine you can use with any LashNova style.

1. Start with Curled, Prepped Natural Lashes

• Curl your natural lashes to give them some lift.

• If you wear mascara, apply a light coat to your natural lashes only and let it dry fully before applying magnetic lashes.

This helps your natural lashes blend with the magnetic ones and creates a base that supports the curl.

2. Use a Thin, Tight Line (If You’re Wearing Liner)

• Keep your upper lash line liner as thin as possible near the inner corner.

• You can thicken and slightly wing it out only toward the outer third.

On hooded eyes, very thick liner across the entire lid can eat up what little lid space you have — especially once the lashes go on.

For more liner and application tips, you can follow the steps in How to Apply Magnetic Lashes for Beginners.

3. Look Straight Ahead When Positioning the Lash

This part is crucial:

• Hold a mirror at eye level.

• Look straight ahead with your eyes fully open, not half-closed.

• Place the lash so that when your eyes are open, the fibers:

  • Lift up and away from your crease

  • Don’t sit too high on the lid

  • Don’t poke the inner corner

With lash-to-lash systems, clip the top and bottom bands together while your eyes are open or only slightly lowered, so you’re judging placement from your real, everyday angle.

4. Focus Placement on the Center and Outer Third

Hooded eyes often look best when the lash:

• Starts slightly away from the very inner corner

• Has the most lift and fullness from the center to the outer corner

You can:

• Trim a small segment off the inner or outer end (usually outer)

• Even wear your style like a three-quarter or half-lash on the outer half for a super flattering lift

This takes weight off the inner eye and puts emphasis where hooded eyes benefit most: the outer corner.

5. Adjust and Check From Different Angles

After initial placement:

• Look straight ahead, then slightly down, then slightly up.

• Check that:

  • The band lies close to your natural lash line

  • No magnet is digging into the skin

  • The longest fibers aren’t completely disappearing into your hood

If something feels off, don’t be afraid to remove and reapply. Magnetic lashes are made to be adjusted — use that to your advantage.

Styling Tips So Lashes Lift (Not Close) Hooded Eyes

Beyond the band itself, a few styling choices can dramatically change how your lashes look on hooded eyes.

Choose Styles That Lift the Outer Third

• Cat-eye or soft flare shapes are usually very flattering.

• Avoid extremely long, straight-across styles that are the same height all the way through.

LunarMuse offers a soft “eye-opening” shape that works beautifully for daily wear, while Nebula Crown adds more drama and outer lift.

Keep the Inner Corner Light

• Use a shorter lash length at the inner corner so it doesn’t bump into your hood.

• Keep liner and shadow lighter toward the inner third to avoid closing off the eye.

This helps your eyes look more open and awake instead of crowded.

Let Your Lower Lash Line Balance the Look

Hooded eyes can sometimes look top-heavy with strong upper lashes. To balance:

• Use a tiny amount of soft shadow or pencil along the outer half of the lower lash line.

• Apply a light coat of mascara to your natural lower lashes, if you like that look.

This brings some definition lower down, so your eyes look larger and more rounded instead of weighed down on top.

Common Mistakes to Avoid With Hooded Eyes

A few small tweaks can save you a ton of frustration.

Try to avoid:

• Very thick, dense lash strips that completely cover your lid

• Bands that are too long for your eye and lift or poke at the corners

• Heavy liner from inner to outer corner with no gradient in thickness

• Placing the lash too high on the lid, far above your natural lash line

• Skipping curl on your natural lashes, which can make them push against the band

If a lash constantly hits your brow bone or feels heavy, it’s probably the wrong shape or length for your hooded eyes — not a sign that lash styles “just don’t work” for you.

Care Tips – Why Clean, Soft Lashes Matter Even More on Hooded Eyes

For hooded eyes, anything that makes the band stiffer or heavier will be more noticeable.

That’s why:

• Cleaning off oils and makeup residue after each wear helps keep the band soft and flexible.

• Proper storage (in a case, following the natural curve) helps prevent the band from warping.

To keep your lashes feeling light and comfy:

• Follow the cleaning routine in How to Clean Magnetic Lashes and Make Them Last 100+ Uses.

• Follow the storage tips in How to Store Magnetic Lashes So They Don’t Lose Shape.

Your lids will thank you — especially if they’re already carrying a natural hood.

Final Thoughts – Magnetic Lashes Can Absolutely Work for Hooded Eyes

Hooded eyes aren’t a “lash problem” — they just call for a smarter lash strategy.

To recap:

• Choose lightweight, wispy, lifted styles instead of flat, blocky volume.

• Prioritize flexible bands and soft magnetic systems that move with your lid.

• Focus placement on the center and outer third rather than crowding the inner corner.

• Adjust your liner and shadow to support lift, not fight against your eye shape.

• Keep your lashes clean, soft and well-stored so they stay comfortable.

If you’re ready to find lashes that actually flatter your hooded eyes, start with:

• LunarMuse – the everyday, soft-glam staple for hooded eyes

• Nebula Crown – extra lift and drama that still respects your eye shape

• GlitzBabe – your sparkle-ready, statement style for special nights

With the right styles and a few hooded-eye-specific tricks, magnetic lashes can make your eyes look bigger, brighter and beautifully lifted — not hidden.

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