Lash Guides

Monolid and Asian eye shapes are gorgeous—and they also have a few unique lash challenges:

• Lashes can get “hidden” under the lid

• Outer corners may lift if the band is too long

• Some lash styles look heavy instead of lifted

• The lash line can be straighter, so curl + placement matter

If you’re new to magnetic lashes, start with Magnetic Lashes 101 and learn the basics of how to apply magnetic lashes.
For trimming and cleaning tutorials, visit our Lash Guides.
You can also browse our magnetic lashes collection for lightweight, monolid-friendly options.

The good news: magnetic lashes can look amazing on monolids and Asian eyes when you use the right mapping + trimming method.

In this guide, you’ll learn:

• How to find your best “lift point” (where lashes should peak)

• Where to place lashes for monolid-friendly lift

• How to trim correctly (without ruining the shape)

• Which styles look natural vs glam on Asian eyes

• Pro tips to prevent poking, slipping, and outer-corner lift

First: What “Monolid-Friendly” Lashes Actually Mean

A monolid-friendly lash should:

• Create visible lift even when the lid is open

• Have a light, wispy profile (not a thick block)

• Sit comfortably on a straighter lash line

• Avoid an overly long outer corner that can poke or lift

If you’re choosing based on eye shape overall, this guide helps too:
How to Choose Magnetic Lashes for Different Eye Shapes

And if you’re new:
Magnetic Lashes 101

The Best Placement for Monolid & Asian Eyes (The “Lift Map”)

Here’s the key: many monolid eyes look most lifted when the lash peak is slightly off-center, not all the way at the outer corner.

Option A: “Soft Lift” Map (Most flattering for everyday)

• Peak height: around 2/3 across the eye (slightly outward from center)

• Outer corner: not too long (to avoid dragging the eye down)

Option B: “Elongated Cat Eye” Map (More drama)

• Peak height: closer to the outer third

• Outer corner: slightly longer—but only if it doesn’t poke or lift

Option C: “Open-Eye” Map (Brighter, bigger-looking eyes)

• Peak height: more centered

• Outer corner: medium length, wispy (not heavy)

Trimming 101: How to Trim Magnetic Lashes for Asian Eyes

Trimming is not optional for many monolid/Asian eye shapes—it’s the secret weapon.

The golden trimming rules

• Trim from the outer corner only (most of the time)

• Trim a tiny bit at a time

• Always re-test fit before trimming again

• The lash should end where your natural lashes end (not past it)

Why trimming works so well on monolids

If the band extends too far, the outer corner:

• lifts more easily

• pokes when you blink

• can make the eye look downturned

If you struggle with lashes lifting or shifting, read:
Why Your Magnetic Lashes Won’t Stay On

Best LashNova Styles for Monolid & Asian Eyes

Everyday lift: LunarMuse
A lightweight, clean, and lifted design — perfect for daily wear and office looks without hiding your lash line.

More lift + photos/events: Nebula Crown
Gives extra definition for photos or special events, adding an “open-eye” effect without needing thick eyeliner.

Bold, high-impact: GlitzBabe
For parties, stage, or glam shoots. Trim slightly shorter for monolids to maintain balance and avoid heaviness.

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Do / Don’t: The Most Common Monolid Lash Mistakes

DO

• Trim outer corner for fit

• Place the band on the lash line, not on the waterline

• Choose wispy fibers for a lighter look

• Map your “peak” slightly off-center for lift

DON’T

• Don’t choose super heavy, thick bands for daily wear

• Don’t extend the lash too far past your outer corner

• Don’t push through poking—refit immediately

For a full beginner mistake list:
Common Magnetic Lash Mistakes Beginners Make

How to Make Monolid Lashes Look More “Visible” (Without Overdoing It)

1) Curl your natural lashes first (optional but powerful)

A gentle curl helps your natural lashes meet the magnetic lash and makes the result look seamless.

2) Keep eyeliner thin (or skip heavy liner)

Thick liner can “eat up” lid space on monolids.
If you want definition, do a tight, thin line only on the upper lash line.

3) Choose soft glam over hard glam

Soft gradient shadow + wispy lashes looks expensive and lifted.

If you want more “natural vs glam” guidance:
Natural vs Glam Magnetic Lashes

Comfort + Wear Tips (Monolid-Specific)

If your lashes poke

• Band is too long → trim outer corner

• Placement is too low → move up to lash line

If your lashes slip (especially oily lids)

Oily lids can make any lash shift. Use this routine:
Magnetic Lashes on Oily Lids

If your eyes get irritated

Remove and reset. Keep everything clean:
How to Clean Magnetic Lashes
How to Store Magnetic Lashes

And if irritation happens often:
Do Magnetic Lashes Irritate Your Eyes?

Final Thoughts: The “Secret” to Monolid Lashes Is Fit + Lift Mapping

Monolid and Asian eyes don’t need “more” lashes—they need the right shape.

If you remember two things:

• Trim for fit

• Map for lift

Start with LunarMuse for everyday, and switch to Nebula Crown when you want extra drama.

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