October 31, 2026
7 min read
Korean Lash Lift for Your Eye Shape: Hooded, Monolid, Deep-Set and More
Two people can book the same Korean lash lift on the same day and leave with results that look quite different. That is not a mistake. The curl sits on your eyelid, and your eyelid shape decides how much of it shows, where the eye looks more open and how the lashes frame your face. Before we lift, we look at three things: your lashes, your eyelid and the shape of your eye. This guide goes through the most common eye shapes and explains what a Korean lash lift does for each one, and what we adapt.
If you are new to the technique, the short version: in a Korean lash lift the lashes are laid on several small rods in small groups, instead of one silicone shield. That gives a more defined, separated curl. Our studio explains the whole technique on its Korean lash lift page.
Find your eye shape in one minute
Stand in front of a mirror in daylight, look straight ahead and relax your face.
- Can you see your eyelid crease with your eyes open? If the skin above folds down and hides most of the lid, your eyes are hooded. If there is no visible crease at all, you have a monolid.
- Do your eyes sit far back under the brow bone? Then they are deep-set.
- Is the white visible above or below the iris? If yes, your eyes are round. If not, and the outer corner lifts slightly, they are almond.
- Do the outer corners point down? Then your eyes are downturned.
Many people have a mix, for example hooded and downturned. That is normal; the advice below combines well.
Overview: what changes for each eye shape
| Eye shape | What the Korean lift brings | What we adapt |
|---|---|---|
| Hooded | Lashes show above the fold again | A curl high enough to clear the fold, never pressed against it |
| Monolid | Lashes become visible, the eye looks larger | Smaller groups, careful lift from the root of short, straight lashes |
| Deep-set | The lashes come forward from under the brow | A lift that opens the lashes outward rather than straight up |
| Almond | A defined, balanced frame | Even curl along the lash line, light accent at the outer corner |
| Round | Separation without making the eye look rounder | Softer height in the centre, more definition at the outer corners |
| Downturned | The outer corners look lifted | More lift at the outer third of the lash line |
Hooded eyes
With hooded eyes, the skin above the crease folds over the lid. Straight lashes disappear under it, and mascara often prints on the skin. This is where a lift makes one of the biggest visible differences.
What the Korean lift brings. Because each small group of lashes is lifted and separated, the lashes stand up past the fold and show again when your eyes are open. The separation also keeps them from sticking together against the skin.
What we adapt. The aim is a curl high enough to clear the fold, but not so strong that the tips press against the lid and bend. We choose the size of the rods and the angle of each group with that in mind.
What to expect. Your eyes look more open, and in most cases you will need much less mascara. Lashes that are very short may still sit partly under the fold; we tell you honestly at the consultation.
Monolid eyes
A monolid has no visible crease, and lashes are often straight, short or pointing slightly down. Many people with monolids have tried curlers that drop the curl after an hour.
What the Korean lift brings. This is the eye shape the technique was popularised on. Lifting in small groups gives short, straight lashes a clear curl from the root, so they become visible all along the lash line.
What we adapt. We work in smaller groups so that each short lash is caught properly, and we keep the curl natural rather than very high.
What to expect. A wider-looking eye and lashes that show without mascara. The tint, included with the lift, helps fine or light lashes stand out.
Deep-set eyes
Deep-set eyes sit back under a more prominent brow bone. Lashes can look short because they live in a shadow, and a very high curl can touch the brow bone area.
What the Korean lift brings. The lashes come forward out of the shadow, and the separation catches the light.
What we adapt. We shape the curl to open the lashes outward more than straight up, so they frame the eye without brushing the skin above.
What to expect. Brighter, more open-looking eyes. The tint makes a real difference here, because darker lashes stand out against the shadow.
Almond eyes
Almond eyes are often called the easiest shape for a lash lift, because the lid is visible and the eye is balanced.
What the Korean lift brings. The defined, separated finish adds structure without changing the balance of the eye.
What we adapt. An even curl along the whole lash line, with a slightly stronger accent at the outer corner if you want a lifted look.
What to expect. The classic "Korean" result you see in photos: defined, fluffy and natural.
Round eyes
Round eyes are already open, and the white often shows above or below the iris.
What the Korean lift brings. Separation and definition, without making the eye look even rounder.
What we adapt. We keep the centre of the curl a little softer and add more definition toward the outer corners. That lengthens the eye visually.
What to expect. Lashes that look neat and defined, with a slightly elongated frame.
Downturned eyes
When the outer corners point down, the outer lashes usually follow them, which can make the eye look tired.
What the Korean lift brings. Lifting the outer lashes changes the line of the eye: the corners look lifted.
What we adapt. More lift at the outer third of the lash line, placed group by group so the transition from the centre stays smooth.
What to expect. A fresher, more awake look, often the change people notice most in photos.
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Your lashes matter as much as your eye shape
Eye shape tells us where the curl should go. Your lashes tell us what is possible. Very short lashes need enough length to sit on the rods. Very fine or previously damaged lashes need a gentler approach. If a classic lift would suit your lashes better, we will say so: our guide Korean or classic lash lift goes through it lash type by lash type.
If you have sensitive eyes, tell us when you book so we can plan a patch test, and read our article on lash lift side effects and allergic reactions.
Price and booking
The lash lift costs CHF 75 for 75 minutes, with the tint of the upper and lower lashes and the vitamin serums included. The Korean option adds CHF 10 and no time, so CHF 85 in total. The result lasts about 6 to 8 weeks. Prepare with our lash lift preparation guide, and see all treatments on our lash lift page.
You do not need to know your eye shape to book. Tick the Korean option, and we look at your eyes and lashes together at the start of the appointment, in our studio at Rue Neuve-du-Molard 19 in Geneva.
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