Choosing the best natural eyelash extensions is not only about length and curl. It is about understanding your unique eye shape and selecting a style that enhances your natural beauty. At Lashes by Aree, clients often tell us they want natural eyelash extensions that make their eyes look brighter, lifted, and fuller without looking fake or heavy.
The secret to getting natural eyelash extensions that truly flatter you is simple: lash mapping that matches your eye shape. Every client has a different eye structure, lid type, and face symmetry. When lash extensions follow your natural eye shape, the final result looks effortless, soft, and naturally stunning.
This guide explains how to identify your eye shape and which eyelash extension style will suit you the best. If you are planning to book your lash appointment soon, use this as your cheat sheet to ensure you get lashes that look like your own, only better.
Why Eye Shape Matters When Choosing Natural Lash Extensions
You may have seen lash pictures online and thought, “I want that look.” But what works beautifully on one person may look completely different on another. That is because eye shape affects how lash extensions sit, lift, and frame your eyes.
At Lashes by Aree, we never use a one style fits all approach. Instead, we analyze:
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Eye shape (round, almond, hooded, monolid, etc.)
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Eye size (small, large, wide set, close set)
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Lash strength and curl
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Preferred natural eyelash extensions style
Once we understand your features, we create a lash map that enhances your eye shape instead of overpowering it. This is how we achieve that natural, custom look every client loves.
Step 1: Identify Your Eye Shape
Here is how to determine your eye shape in a simple way.
1. Almond Eyes
Your eyes are almond shaped if:
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They are slightly pointed at the inner and outer corners
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The iris slightly touches the top and bottom eyelid
This is the most balanced eye shape and suits almost every lash mapping style.
2. Round Eyes
Your eyes are round if:
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The whites of your eyes show above or below the iris
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Your eyes appear open and bigger
Round eyes are expressive and bright, so the right lash mapping focuses on elongating the eye.
3. Hooded Eyes
Your eyes are hooded if:
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The lid folds over the crease
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Your upper lid hides part of the lash line
Hooded eyes benefit from lashes that add lift and openness.
4. Monolid Eyes
Your eyes are monolid if:
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There is no visible crease
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The lid area appears smooth and flat
With monolid eyes, the goal is to create depth and natural dimension.
5. Downturned Eyes
Your eyes are downturned if:
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The outer corners sit slightly lower than the inner corners
Downturned eyes need lash extensions that lift the corners upward.
6. Upturned Eyes
Your eyes are upturned if:
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The outer corners point slightly upward
This shape already has a lifted look and looks amazing with balanced mapping.
7. Close Set or Wide Set Eyes
This is less about lid shape and more about distance. Lash mapping can visually correct spacing and create symmetry.
Step 2: Match Your Eye Shape to the Best Lash Extension Style
Here are the best lash designs for each eye shape when you want natural eyelash extensions.
For Almond Eyes: Natural or Classic Cat Eye
Why it works:
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Enhances the natural symmetry of the eyes
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Extensions add definition without overpowering the shape
Best curl: C curl or CC curl
Best diameter: 0.03 to 0.07 for natural fullness
Best mapping: Short to long lengths from inner to outer corner
At Lashes by Aree, we often use a soft cat eye mapping for almond eyes because it highlights the perfect natural structure without looking heavy.
For Round Eyes: Soft Natural Lash or Dolly Mapping
Why it works:
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Balances openness without making eyes look surprised
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Gives a fluttery, soft lift
Best curl: C curl or softer CC curl
Best mapping: Longer in the center, shorter on the outer corner
If you love a natural, whimsical look, this mapping suits you perfectly.
For Hooded Eyes: Wispy Natural Lashes
Why it works:
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Opens the eyes
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Gives the illusion of lifted eyelids
Best curl: L curl or CC curl (used for maximum lift)
Best mapping: Spikes added to create height without density
Our lash stylists specialize in creating lift on hooded eyes using advanced lash mapping, so the eyes appear brighter and less heavy.
For Monolid Eyes: Textured Natural Extensions
Why it works:
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Adds depth and dimension
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Creates definition without weighing the eyes down
Best curl: M curl or L curl
(M curl is trendy because it gives maximum lift to monolids)
Best mapping: Short to medium lengths with subtle layering
Monolid eyes look incredible with natural eyelash extensions that have multiple lengths. It creates a soft, realistic finish.
For Downturned Eyes: Cat Eye Lift
Why it works:
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Lifts the outer corners
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Creates an elongated eye effect
Best curl: CC curl
Best mapping: Longer lashes placed further toward the outer corner
Our lash artists place the longest extensions higher on the lash line to give a natural lift effect.
For Upturned Eyes: Rounded Natural Style
Why it works:
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Balances the upward angle of the eye
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Gives a soft, romantic effect
Best curl: C curl
Best mapping: Longest lengths focused at the center
This mapping maintains natural movement and avoids exaggerating the upward tilt.
Step 3: What Matters Most When Choosing Natural Eyelash Extensions
When getting natural eyelash extensions, consider:
✔ Lash length (too long looks fake)
✔ Lash thickness (thinner lashes look natural)
✔ Curl type (affects how lifted your eyes look)
At Lashes by Aree, we specialize in ultra natural lash extensions using:
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0.03 and 0.05 lightweight lash fibers
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Handcrafted fans
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Custom lash mapping based on your eye shape
The result is:
Natural, soft, and fluffy lashes that look like you, only better.
Step 4: Aftercare That Makes Extensions Last Longer
Here is how to maintain natural eyelash extensions for weeks:
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Clean your lashes daily with lash-safe cleanser
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Avoid oil based products around your eyes
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Brush lashes gently every morning
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Avoid rubbing or pulling your eyes
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Sleep on a silk pillowcase to reduce friction
At Lashes by Aree, we give every client aftercare guidance to make sure your lashes remain beautiful and durable.
Why Choose Lashes by Aree for Natural Eyelash Extensions
Clients trust us because:
✔ We design lashes for your specific eye shape
✔ We use gentle products safe for sensitive eyes
✔ Our lash styles look natural, elegant, and effortless
✔ You get a personalized lash mapping session before we begin
Our goal is simple:
Enhance your natural beauty, not change who you are.
