Different Eye Shapes

Choosing the right lashes can completely transform your look — but the key to finding the perfect pair is understanding your eye shape. Whether you have almond, round, hooded, or any other eye shape, choosing the right lashes enhances your natural beauty and makes your eyes captivate anyone around you.

With over 15 years of experience as a makeup artist, I’ve seen first-hand how lashes can elevate any makeup look. Understanding your shape and selecting the right pair doesn’t just add volume — it creates balance, defines your eyes, and gives you that extra touch of confidence.

Let’s break it down: here’s how to choose the perfect lash style based on your eye shape.

 

Almond Eyes: The All-Rounder

Almond-shaped eyes are often considered the most versatile, and almost every lash style works well with them. These eyes naturally have a slightly pointed shape, with the outer corners slightly lifted. Hence the name, almond!

What to look for:
If you have almond eyes, feel free to experiment with various lash styles! You can go with long, dramatic lashes that are even throughout, or choose lashes with extra volume at the outer corners for a sultry, cat-eye effect.

Testimonial:
One of my clients, with gorgeous almond eyes, wanted a dramatic but natural look for her birthday party. We chose the Dolce Half Lash by Tread Beauty giving her the perfect mix of length and volume throughout, and she was thrilled with the result. It gave her eyes that perfect pop without feeling too heavy.

 

Upturned Eyes: Lift and Length

Upturned eyes are often described as having a natural “cat-eye” look, with the outer corners slightly lifted. Very similar to almond except for the angle of the eye turning up. If your eyes have this shape, you’ve already got that beautiful lift working in your favor.

What to look for:
To emphasize your eye shape, go for lashes with more volume on the outer corners to enhance the natural lift. Tapered styles such as the Elegant 3D lashes by Tread Beauty work best to keep your eyes looking elongated without dragging them down.

Tip:
You can even experiment with individual lashes or styles with more length in the center to balance out the natural lift in the outer corners.

 

Downturned Eyes: Open Up and Brighten

Downturned eyes have a gentle droop at the outer corners, which can sometimes make the eyes look smaller or a bit tired.

What to look for:
To lift and open up your eyes, choose lashes that have longer lengths at the outer corners. This will give your eyes a subtle lift, making them appear more awake and alert.

Made-up Story:
A bride I worked with had beautiful downturned eyes, and she wanted lashes that would open up her eyes for her wedding day. We selected a Tread Beauty lash style with extra length at the outer corners, and it completely transformed her look—her eyes appeared wide, bright, and perfectly lifted.

 

Monolid Eyes: Full Volume for Bold Definition

Monolid eyes have a smooth, flat shape with no visible crease, and they can sometimes appear smaller due to the lack of contour in the eyelid area.

What to look for:
For monolids, you’ll want lashes that provide full volume and definition to create depth and emphasize your eyes. Lashes with extra volume throughout the band, or those with a more dramatic flare, will help create the illusion of a crease and give your eyes a bold, defined look.

For more style recommendations check out this quick guide.

 

Hooded Eyes: Lift and Open

Hooded eyes have a bit of extra skin that folds over the crease, which can sometimes hide the eyelid completely.

What to look for:
Look for lashes that have volume in the center to give your eyes that open, wide-eyed look. Avoid lashes that are too long at the outer corners, as they can weigh your eyes down and make them look smaller. Opt for lashes with a bit of a lift at the center to counteract the drooping effect.

Tip:
A curlier lash with more definition helps to keep the eyes lifted and the crease visible. Tread Beauty’s styles with a natural curl are perfect for hooded eyes.

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Round Eyes: Length and Drama

Round eyes are wide and open, often with little visible lid space. If you have round eyes, the goal is to balance out the fullness of the eye shape.

What to look for:
Go for lashes that taper from the center to the outer corner to help elongate the eye. Lashes with a gradual increase in length from the middle out to the edges will give your eyes that almond-like shape, giving them a bit more definition and length.

Check out Tread Beauty Chic Half Lash for a perfect fit.

 

Close Set Eyes: Focus on the Outer Corners

Close-set eyes are when the distance between your eyes is smaller, and the inner corners tend to appear more prominent.

What to look for:
To create balance, choose lashes with extra volume at the outer corners to pull attention away from the inner corners and outward. This will create the illusion of more space between the eyes and give a more balanced, flattering look.

Tip:
Lashes that are longer at the outer corners and shorter in the middle will help create this effect. I love using Tread Beauty lashes for this—they’re perfect for creating the right amount of flare.

 

Wide Set Eyes: Bring It Together

Wide-set eyes have a lot of space between them, which can make them appear larger than they are.

What to look for:
For wide-set eyes, you’ll want to balance the space by focusing on lashes that have more volume near the inner corners such as Muse by TB. Lashes with a bit of length in the center and a subtle flare at the outer corners will help bring the focus to the center of the face.

 

Ready to Find Your Perfect Lash Style?

Choosing the right lash style isn’t just about volume—it’s about complementing your natural eye shape. With Tread Beauty lashes, you get a variety of styles designed to enhance each unique eye shape, providing you with the perfect balance of comfort and luxury.

Shop Tread Beauty lashes here and see how the right pair can enhance your eyes and complete your look.

 

Additional Resources:

• Ultimate Guide to Applying False Lashes
  Learn the step-by-step process to perfectly apply your Tread Beauty lashes every time, including tips on how to make them last longer.
• The Ultimate Guide to Tread Beauty Styles
  From classic to dramatic, this guide covers the different styles of Tread Beauty lashes and which one is best for your eye shape and occasion.