Understanding Hooded Eyes
What Are Hooded Eyes
Hooded eyes are a very prevalent eye shape. In this form, an additional fold of skin hangs down over the crease of the eyelid, obscuring it either partially or fully. This unique characteristic is quite common as well, as nearly 70% of people are known to possess hooded eyes.
Celebrities such as Camilla Belle, Jennifer Lawrence, and Emma Stone embrace their hooded eyes with confidence. They wear their individuality and their striking beauty with pride. To determine whether or not you have hooded eyes, look closely at the upper section of your eyelids.
If you can see a defined crease, then you probably don’t have hooded eyes. If your crease is covered by a flap of skin, you don’t. Bonus fact—a lack of a crease entirely, which is common in east and south Asian individuals, is called monolid eyes.
Characteristics of Hooded Eyes
Hooded eyes have one major characteristic feature—the skin hangs over the natural fold. This drooping effect causes the eyelid to seem smaller. This can create hooded eyes that may appear more sultry and dramatic.
It presents very specific challenges when it comes to makeup or applying lash extensions. With the crease not as prominent, it can be difficult to make the eyes pop without the proper methods. For those with hooded eyes, lash artists try to make the most of the client’s natural facial features.
This technique is great for achieving a more uplifting and flattering appearance. Knowing these characteristics will help you select the ideal lash length and style. It will be a perfect color choice to accentuate your eye, bringing out their natural beauty without overpowering them.
Impact on Lash Choices
Choosing the best lash length for hooded eyes takes a little thought and consideration. Select lash extensions that are no more than 1 or 2 millimeters longer than your natural lashes’ length. This is the ideal method for a natural appearance.
This understated improvement helps the extensions look less drag like which keeps the eyes looking balanced and classy. When mapping lashes for hooded eyes, three factors are crucial: length, curl, and thickness. Concentrating on the outer corners of your eyes gives the illusion of a lift.
Et voila, your eyes will look more awake and bright! A medium to strong curl will lift the lashes more dramatically up and open, making for a bolder appearance. This advancement is, no pun intended, especially a godsend for those with hooded lids.
A thicker lash option can work in adding more volume, though you’ll need to go more natural to avoid weighing your eyes down. These custom techniques provide clients with hooded eyes a more confident, beautiful appearance. They step out of the studio with lashes custom tailored to their specific eye shape.
Ideal Lash Lengths for Hooded Eyes
Choosing the ideal lash length for hooded eyes requires balance and a subtle enhancement approach. If you have hooded eyes, make your lashes the focus to define your unique beauty. This method accentuates your distinctive eye shape while still being flattering.
Now, let’s explore the different lash lengths and what they bring to hooded eyes.
1. Short Lash Benefits
As a general rule, short lashes ranging from 6mm to 8mm are the perfect ideal lash lengths for hooded eyes. They provide a more subtle appearance that a lot of people like. Because of this, they give a soft lift to the natural lash line while not making the eyes appear heavy or uncomfortable.
Fine extensions at this length are especially useful as they avoid tension, a common problem for hooded eyes. You’ll love your new, youthful, more wide-eyed look with the right lash length for hooded eyes that highlights your natural beauty.
Short lashes keep them from brushing against the brow bone. This is crucial, in particular, for those with hooded eyes. They’re great when paired with a C-Curl or CC-Curl for a natural, soft lift that makes a huge difference.
2. Medium Lash Advantages
Medium-length lashes, about 8mm to 10mm, tend to be the ideal for hooded eyes. They provide an ideal amount of eyelash length for a subtle but impactful effect without feeling heavy or tacky. Use lengths that maximize volume and length but don’t shorten the appearance of the eye.
This length is perfect for an everyday look because they provide a thicker appearance without the heaviness of longer extensions. For a more dramatic appearance, we suggest using fine lash extensions.
Aim to keep a natural look and minimize gaps with 40% of the lash style (ex: | 40%| ). Using medium curls such as C-Curl or CC-Curl provides the lashes with a more natural look. This technique prevents the lashes from hitting the brow bone.
Regular refills every 2-3 weeks are advisable to keep the lashes looking naturally full and clean.
3. Long Lash Considerations
Long lashes over 10mm will accomplish a more dramatic aesthetic that some clients are looking for. If you are a hooded eye, you should thoroughly think about this option. Longer lashes often just end up dragging the eye down, making the eye look smaller or even irritating the eye by brushing the brow bone.
If you do go the long-route on extensions, make sure they are thin and light. Squirrel extensions create a cute, lively, more playful, more multi-dimensional effect providing depth without the heaviness.
Gemini Gossamer lashes are perfect for creating a beautiful, piece-y extension look. Thanks to our Bonds, you’ll experience a world of difference, with your natural lashes able to move freely and flexibly.
It’s important to consider the length of the lashes in relation to the shape and size of the eye. This will create a balanced, flattering look.
Choosing the Right Lash Style
Natural Styles for Subtle Look
If you’re looking to accentuate the beauty of hooded eyes with a more understated touch, the natural lash style is a perfect option. This method is all about accentuating your natural eye shape while keeping it subtle and classy.
We tend to stick to shorter extensions—13 to 22 millimeters—to the inner corners. Continuing outward, we start introducing longer lengths, little by little, to create a natural appearance. This application style helps to complement the natural curve of the eyelid, creating lift without adding weight to the eye for a delicate, diffused effect.
Wispy extensions give you a soft, multidimensional effect. They create a beautiful, delicate pattern that adds a hint of drama to your look while still maintaining a fresh-faced, fluttery vibe. Clients with thinner natural lashes, more typical of Asian eye shapes, work well with ultra-thin extensions.
By using extensions no thicker than 0.03 millimeters, we make sure that we’re adding no additional weight, so their natural lashes remain happy and healthy.
Dramatic Styles for Bold Look
If you’re looking to make a statement with a more intense and edgy flair, dramatic lash styles offer a bolder accent and more captivating visual effect. This style requires the longest extensions, anywhere from 22 to 33 millimeters.
It’s designed to provide dramatic volume and length for a show-stopping look. Manga lashes, characterized by alternating short and long extensions with lash spikes, can add depth and dimension, perfect for monolid eyes.
Clients with hooded eyes will appreciate a lash mapping style that includes longer lashes placed strategically at the client’s desired lash line. This method makes the eyes appear wider and gives the appearance of a more significant, more animated eye.
Be sure that the weight of the extensions is appropriate for the client’s natural lashes. Refrain from using extensions that are too thick, because they can put unnecessary stress on the natural lashes and even cause damage.
Curl Types for Hooded Eyes
Choosing the right lash style is key when it comes to hooded eyes, as it can really make or break the final appearance. Curls such as the C or D curl are strongly advocated.
They produce a dramatic while makeup lift, preventing your lashes from drooping down onto your eyelid. This curl creates an instant doe-eye effect and really brings out the eyes. It just completes the look with elegance and sophistication, making their natural beauty shine.
If you have downturned eyes, use the Squirrel lash mapping style for reference. It instantly opens up and brightens your entire eye area, leaving you looking more awake and youthful!
By understanding each client’s individual eye shape, we can tailor a style as unique as them. This maximizes their comfort and looks at the same time. The goal is to find a beautiful middle ground that really makes the eyes pop while still being subtle enough to not overwhelm the eyes.
Tips for Applying Lashes on Hooded Eyes
Hooded eyes can be tricky with lash extensions, but you can overcome this challenge! Follow these tips and tricks and you’ll have a gorgeous lash application that takes your hooded eyes from drab to fab! Read on for our best application tips to help your lashes stand out.
1. Use Lash Curler Effectively
The most important trick for hooded eyes is to master the lash curler. A gentle curl, like a C-curl or a natural curl, works wonders in lifting the lashes and making them more visible. This curl is perfect for making up for the hooded lid, keeping the lashes open and seen.
Important Note: Make sure to curl your natural lashes first if you want your extensions to nicely blend in. Most clients find that curling their lashes and then applying extensions opens up their eyes and makes them appear more awake. This trick is ideal for anyone who has hooded eyes.
2. Apply Liner for Definition
For those with hooded eyes, eyeliner can be a complete godsend. Adding a very thin line of eyeliner to the top of the lash line adds definition and helps the lashes look thicker and fuller. It’s all about opening the eye shape without masking it.
To further accentuate a wider-eyed appearance, apply a white or nude liner on the lower waterline. This method expands the eyes very gently, drawing focus to the lash extensions.
It’s crucial to choose a liner that complements the lash style you aim for, whether it’s a classic look with a 1:1 ratio of extensions or a more textured approach with sporadic placement of shorter lashes.
3. Position Lashes Correctly
When working with hooded eyes, positioning is key! Since lashes can easily be hidden by the lid, strategic placement is key. The Doll Eye lash map works best with lengths between 8mm to 12mm.
Using darker but thinner extensions between 0.10mm to 0.15mm will help you achieve that fresh faced, natural but wide-eyed look. Special care should be taken with russian volume lashes, as an improper application can weigh your eyes down and make them look smaller.
Apply shorter lashes, ideally 6mm to 9mm, on the front third along the lash line. This will result in a feathered and more organic look. This technique will keep things looking natural, yet beautiful and full enough to add some drama and definition.
In the beauty industry, it’s important to understand different eye shapes. It allows us to further tailor our approach and get the best results possible.
With these tips in mind, you’re sure to have your lash extensions bringing out the beauty of your hooded eyes.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
When choosing eyelash extensions for hooded eyes, it’s pretty easy to make the wrong choice. These common mistakes can be detrimental to the look and feel of your lashes. Knowing what to avoid will keep your lashes looking stunning and natural, bringing out your beauty without overpowering your features.
Selecting Overly Long Lashes
Finding the perfect lash length is essential, particularly if you have hooded eyes. A millimeter can make a world of difference! Even a minor change in shape can dramatically change the look. For hooded eyes, choose lashes with lengths of 8mm to 13mm. These lengths are the go-to default options by pros.
These lengths give a natural and balanced appearance, eliminating the danger of lashes touching the eyelid. Asian eyes are usually a whole other story. Many experts recommend a longer length for other ethnicities, so using a shorter length creates a more flattering and head-turning effect.
For monolids, even just 1mm to 2mm longer extensions will help define the shape while still maintaining a natural look that won’t overpower the eye shape.
Ignoring Lash Curvature
Lash curvature determines how the extensions will look after they’re applied. Failure to consider this element can result in a disjointed look and feel. For hooded eyes, go for a dramatic curl such as an L or L+.
This technique opens up the lashes and creates a bright-eyed appearance! This is especially great for anyone who wants an impactful aesthetic but still has their features to look beautiful and subtle.
3D-5D volume fans are just the right amount of fullness without adding too much weight – the ideal solution for hooded eyes. Take into account the natural curl of your client’s lashes. This helps create a beautiful transition so the extensions look completely natural and really open up the shape of your eyes.
Misapplying Lash Adhesive
Correct adhesive placement is key to getting a perfect lash appearance. When applied incorrectly, lash adhesive can compromise not only the lifespan of the extensions, but the comfort and look.
Applying too much adhesive can weigh the lashes down, making them appear clumpy and unnatural. Inadequate adhesive could lead to lashes dropping out sooner than expected. Finding that balance is key.
You need the extensions to not wobble around yet feel very open and airy. Professional expertise and guidance are key to this process. It takes the hand of a master technician to get the adhesive into the right spots to get the best results.
Additional Tips for Enhancing Hooded Eyes
Use Mascara for Volume
Though one of the easiest ways to add volume for hooded eyes, it’s one of the most impactful options. To improve hooded eyes, begin with a mascara that claims to thicken lashes without the clumps. When applying mascara, concentrate on the base of your lashes to push them up, diverting focus from the hooded crease.
This special trick helps create the appearance of more far away, bigger looking eyes. If you’re one to notice smudged mascara throughout the day, try a waterproof formula. It’s especially helpful if you’re prone to oily eyelids or in the hot summer months.
To make your look even more dramatic, apply a lash primer first. This really works to separate and define each lash, leaving them looking fuller and more luscious.
Highlight Inner Corners
Emphasizing the inner corners of your eyes with a touch of makeup will make your eyes look bigger and brighter right away. Choose a shimmery or pearlescent color to apply to the inner corners. This little trick brightens the eyes and makes them look bigger too.
A soft shine would be effective at diverting attention away from the hoody aspect of the eyes. When you do wear eyeliner, choose something low-key, like brown. Use it along the outer third of your upper lash line and smudge inwards.
This technique is to make sure the emphasis is always on the outer portion to achieve a natural lifting effect. It’s a little trick that really makes a world of difference to your makeup application.
Blend Eyeshadow Properly
Blending is even more important when it comes to hooded eyes. With the right blending technique, you’ll create the illusion of depth and dimension, and your gorgeous eyes will totally POP. Pick eyeshadow shades that work well together and prioritize gradient looks.
Use a light shade as the base and darker shades in the outer corners. This technique adds harmony and pretty much guarantees that the hooded section doesn’t overpower the eyes. When working with powder eyeshadow, a squirrel hair brush is extremely useful.
It’s fluffy, and its surface area makes it perfect for achieving a diffused blend. Don’t forget – the main tip is to blend, blend, blend to prevent harsh lines that can make the eyes look more hooded.
To prevent the lashes from hitting the brow bone, pay attention to the curl. Pick the right lash extensions, use C-Curl or CC-Curl lashes for more hooded eyes. Wispy and squirrel extensions help create dimension and texture without making the eyes look heavy.
For a more dramatic appearance, hybrid lash extensions combine the classic and the volume techniques seamlessly. With regular fills every 2-3 weeks to keep the look up, the extensions can last up to six weeks.
Schedule your appointment with Lash Beauty Bar today and allow us to help you enhance your natural beauty with minimal effort.