Hey there, fellow lash lovers! If your client is blessed with captivating and naturally flirty upturned eyes, that’s great! It means you’ve hit the jackpot of eye shapes to work with.
Hold onto your mascara wands, because we’re going to delve right into our handy guide on the best lashes for upturned eyes. We’ll help your client steal the spotlight everywhere they go. From sultry cat eyes to eye-opening natural looks, we’ll go through all the perfect tips and techniques for this shape.
Selecting the right lash styles for upturned eyes
Lash style 1: Doll eye
The Doll Eye lash extension style is a super versatile choice that works for most eye shapes, including upturned eyes. This style pairs elements from the Open Eye and Natural Eye looks for a unique style that will make your client’s eyes pop. It can also help to make your eyes appear more round, which is great for achieving a softer look.
Lash style 2: Cat eye
Since upturned eyes already have a naturally alluring cat-eye shape, it’s no wonder that the Cat Eye lash style suits them so well. This may even be one of the best lash styles for upturned eyes, as they help to exaggerate and elongate the eyes. So, if your client wants more dramatic lashes, this is a fantastic go-to style – especially when you add Russian lashes to take the drama up a notch.
Lash style 3: Natural eye
The point of Natural Eye extensions is to accentuate your client’s natural lashes and add a touch more flair to them. These lashes are fantastic for almost every eye shape, barring small eyes (since you’ll want to make these look bigger).
When it comes to upturned eyes, this style is ideal for emphasising your clients’ gorgeous eye shape without adding too much drama or overwhelming the shape. If your client wants a subtle look to add to their natural eyelashes, then this is a great pick.
Care and maintenance tips for upturned eyes
Proper aftercare for lash extensions on upturned eyes
Once you’ve perfected your client’s look, it’s time to educate them on taking care of their lash extensions. Ensuring your clients take the appropriate post-treatment measures will help to make their lashes last longer and keep them in tip-top shape until their next appointment.
Be sure to remind your client not to use oil-based or waterproof makeup products, since they can weaken the bonds between the glue and extensions. If they do wear make-up or even when it comes to washing their face in the morning and evening, it’s important to remind them to use an oil-free cleanser. Using a gentle lash cleanser can help to remove any excess dirt, oil build-up or makeup without damaging their lashes.
Your client should be careful not to rub their new extensions. This is especially important when it comes to the outer corners, where the extensions are slightly longer.
Your client should brush through their extensions every day. Not only will this keep the lashes looking amazing, but it will also prevent tangling, which can be tricky around the middle and the outer corner of the eye.
Handling potential challenges
As a lash technician, you’ll want to be prepared to address the most common challenges that your clients might face. When it comes to upturned eyes, one of the worst things that can happen is premature shedding. Since the outer corner is lifted upward, the extensions will usually be more tense and may shed at a more accelerated rate. So, be sure to schedule regular refills with your client!
Other than that, you’ll need to remember not to overload any part of the eye with extensions. This can take away from the natural shape of the eye rather than enhance it.