Lash Guides

Have you ever tried a lash style that looked stunning on someone else…
and on you it just felt off?

Most of the time, it’s not your face — it’s the eye shape mismatch.

Different magnetic lashes flatter different eye shapes. When you choose styles that match your eyes, everything suddenly looks:

• More lifted

• More balanced

• More “you, but better”

In this guide, we’ll walk through:

• How to quickly figure out your eye shape

• The best magnetic lash styles for different eye shapes

• Common mistakes to avoid for each eye type

• Real examples using LunarMuse, Nebula Crown and GlitzBabe

If you’re new to magnetic lashes, you might also like:

• 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 you can browse our magnetic lashes ↗ anytime.

A Quick Way to Figure Out Your Eye Shape

Good news: you don’t need a complicated chart.

Stand in front of a mirror in good light. Look straight ahead and ask yourself:

• Can I see my entire iris (the colored part)?

• Does my upper lid cover my crease?

• Do my outer corners tilt slightly up, down or straight?

• Is there a lot of space between my lash line and brow — or not much at all?

Most people are a mix of two or more shapes — for example, almond + hooded or round + downturned. That’s normal. Use the descriptions below to find the closest match or combination and choose lashes based on the effect you want.

Almond Eyes

Almond eyes are often considered the most “balanced” eye shape.

You likely have almond eyes if:

• The iris (colored part) touches the top and bottom of the eye, but you don’t see much white above or below

• The outer corners are slightly tapered, like the shape of an almond

• Your eyes look naturally elongated from inner to outer corner

What Flatters Almond Eyes

Almond eyes are versatile. You can wear:

• Most lash shapes – from round to cat-eye

• Both natural and glam styles

• Lashes with even length or slightly longer outer corners

For everyday, soft glam:

• A wispy, medium-length, eye-opening style is perfect.

• LunarMuse gives almond eyes a gentle lift and definition without overwhelming your features.

For night-out glam:

• Try a style that adds length and volume toward the outer half, like Nebula Crown.

• It emphasizes the natural almond shape and creates a flattering, lifted effect.

Common Mistakes for Almond Eyes

• Going too heavy and straight across with very thick, blocky lashes

• Hiding your naturally pretty shape under overly long, droopy styles

A little structure and lift will always serve almond eyes well.

Round Eyes

You likely have round eyes if:

• You can see white below the iris when looking straight ahead

• Your eyes look more open and circular than elongated

• You naturally give very awake, doll-like energy

What Flatters Round Eyes

The key with round eyes is usually to add a bit of length and elongation, so your eyes look big but not “surprised”.

Look for lashes that:

• Are longer toward the outer corner (cat-eye or soft flare)

• Have light-to-medium volume so your eyes don’t look too heavy

• Offer enough length to elongate, but not so much that lashes hit your brow bone

Great choices:

• For daytime: LunarMuse adds soft length and a subtle outer lift without over-rounding the eye.

• For evenings: Nebula Crown gives that extra outer-corner emphasis that looks amazing on round eyes.

Common Mistakes for Round Eyes

• Very round, uniform-length lashes that make the eyes look more circular and “surprised”

• Overly dense, heavy styles that swallow the natural brightness of your eyes

Think: elongate and lift, not round and overload.

Hooded Eyes

You likely have hooded eyes if:

• The skin from your brow bone partially or fully covers your crease

• With your eyes open, you see less lid space

• Liner easily transfers onto your upper lid

What Flatters Hooded Eyes

With hooded eyes, the key is to reduce heaviness and add lift:

Choose magnetic lashes that:

• Have light to medium volume with wispy, airy fibers

• Use thin, flexible bands so they sit comfortably on your moving lid

• Focus a bit more length and lift on the center to outer third of the eye

Good starting points:

• LunarMuse – soft, lightweight and hooded-eye-friendly for everyday wear.

• Nebula Crown – more dramatic, but with a lifted outer shape that works beautifully on many hooded eyes when placed correctly.

Common Mistakes for Hooded Eyes

• Super dense, heavy strips that cover what little lid space you have

• Very stiff bands that press into the fold

• Lashes that are too long and straight, constantly hitting your brow bone

Lightweight, lifted and flexible is your best trio.

Monolid Eyes

Monolids usually:

• Have little to no visible crease

• Present a smooth lid area from lash line to brow bone

• Can be combined with eye shapes that are more round or almond in outline

What Flatters Monolids

Monolids can handle more creativity, but the main goal is often to:

• Add dimension and lift

• Avoid lashes that look like a heavy “curtain” over the eye

Look for lashes that:

• Have a strong curl to open up the eye

• Use layered, wispy fibers for 3D texture

• Concentrate a bit more length toward the center or outer third

Great options:

• LunarMuse for a soft, everyday lift that doesn’t weigh down the lid.

• Nebula Crown when you want more visible structure and drama, especially in photos.

Common Mistakes for Monolids

• Extremely long, straight lashes that sit horizontally like a visor

• Very heavy, thick bands that dominate your lid space

Curl, texture and a flexible band will do far more for you than sheer size.

Downturned Eyes

You likely have downturned eyes if:

• The outer corners tilt slightly downward compared to the inner corners

• Your eyes naturally look a bit more gentle or “sleepy”

• Winged liner instantly lifts your expression

What Flatters Downturned Eyes

Your best friend is anything that visually lifts the outer corner.

Look for lashes that:

• Have shorter inner corners and longer outer corners

• Emphasize a cat-eye or fox-eye shape

• Don’t overload the lower part of the outer corner with weight

Ideal picks:

• LunarMuse already has a gentle outer lift that can subtly correct downturned corners for daily wear.

• Nebula Crown takes that lift further, creating a more dramatic, pulled-up effect for evenings.

Common Mistakes for Downturned Eyes

• Very round, evenly distributed lashes that put too much emphasis on the lower part of the outer corner

• Lashes that are longest in the middle only, which can make the outer corner look even more droopy

Think of your lash line as an arrow you’re pointing slightly upward.

Deep-Set Eyes

You likely have deep-set eyes if:

• Your eyes sit a bit further back in the socket

• You have a prominent brow bone

• Eyeshadow often “disappears” when you look straight ahead

What Flatters Deep-Set Eyes

Deep-set eyes can handle a bit more drama, but you still want balance.

Look for lashes that:

• Have medium to full volume to stand out against the brow bone

• Use lifted, curled fibers so lashes don’t shadow the eye

• Don’t stretch extremely far out beyond the natural lash line

Great choices:

• LunarMuse for daily definition that doesn’t add too much weight.

• Nebula Crown or even GlitzBabe when you want bold, expressive eyes that show up in photos.

Common Mistakes for Deep-Set Eyes

• Overly long, downward-dropping lashes that cast strong shadows

• Super sparse styles that disappear under the brow bone

You want enough presence to “step forward”, but with curl and lift.

Close-Set Eyes

You likely have close-set eyes if:

• The distance between your eyes is less than one eye width

• Your inner corners sit relatively close together

What Flatters Close-Set Eyes

You want to visually shift focus away from the inner corners and outwards.

Look for lashes that:

• Are lighter and shorter in the inner corner

• Build more length and volume from the center to outer corner

• Pair well with a bit of outer-corner eyeshadow or liner

Better picks:

• LunarMuse has a soft shape that doesn’t overload the inner corner.

• Nebula Crown is great when you want a stronger outer pull and lifting effect.

Common Mistakes for Close-Set Eyes

• Lashes that are longest in the inner corner

• Heavy liner and shadow in the inner third, which crowds the eyes

Keep intensity toward the outer half and let the inner eyes breathe.

Wide-Set Eyes

You likely have wide-set eyes if:

• The distance between your eyes is more than one eye width

• Your inner corners sit a bit further apart

What Flatters Wide-Set Eyes

For wide-set eyes, the goal is often to bring a bit more focus inward.

Look for lashes that:

• Have a slightly rounder or center-focused shape

• Offer a bit more length and density toward the center of the lash line

• Keep outer corners structured but not overly elongated

For everyday:

• LunarMuse works well if you place it so the center of the lash lines up with the center of your iris.

For more drama:

• Nebula Crown can still work beautifully if you don’t extend it too far outward and balance with liner toward the center.

Common Mistakes for Wide-Set Eyes

• Extreme cat-eye styles that lengthen the outer corner only, making eyes look even further apart

• Very sparse center and heavy outer corners

Bringing some length and focus toward the middle is key.

What If You Have a Combination Eye Shape?

Most people do.

You might be:

• Almond + hooded

• Round + downturned

• Monolid + close-set

• Deep-set + wide-set

In that case:

1. Identify your main concern (e.g. “my outer corners droop” or “my inner corners feel crowded”).

2. Focus on the shape advice that addresses that concern.

3. Choose styles that support your daily reality first (work, school, glasses, etc.), then add glam as a bonus.

A great all-round starting point for many mixed eye shapes is:

• LunarMuse as your everyday, eye-opening base.

• Nebula Crown layered on for nights when you want more definition and lift.

Want to see what works for your eye shape? Browse our magnetic eyelashes collection ↗

Final Tips: Application Matters as Much as Shape

Even the perfect lash shape can look wrong if it’s applied in the wrong place.

A few universal tips:

• Look straight ahead when placing your lashes so you see the real effect.

• Make sure the band hugs your natural lash line (not too high on the lid).

• Adjust inner and outer corners based on your eye shape:

  • Downturned eyes: don’t drag the outer corner too low.

  • Close-set eyes: keep the inner corner light.

  • Hooded eyes: avoid placing the band too far above the lash line.

For a full step-by-step, follow How to Apply Magnetic Lashes for Beginners.

Final Thoughts – The Best Lash Shape Is the One That Loves Your Eyes Back

There’s no single “perfect lash” for everyone — only styles that are perfect for your eyes.

To recap:

• Choose lash shapes that enhance your natural eye shape, not fight it.

• Use outer-corner lift to support downturned, round or hooded eyes.

• Use center focus when you want to balance wide-set eyes.

• Keep inner corners lighter for close-set and hooded eyes.

• Remember that comfort and band flexibility are just as important as how dramatic a lash looks.

If you’re ready to start building a lash wardrobe that actually fits your eye shape, begin with:

• LunarMuse – a soft, ultra-light magnetic lash that flatters many eye shapes for everyday wear

• Nebula Crown – a lifted, more dramatic style that works beautifully as a night-out upgrade

• GlitzBabe – a bolder, special-occasion option for when you want your eyes to steal the show

With the right shapes and a little practice, your magnetic lashes won’t just sit on your eyes — they’ll belong there.