Eye Shapes Explained: A Visual Guide
Eye shape is determined by lid structure, tilt, and spacing. Knowing yours helps you pick eyeliner styles and eyeshadow techniques that genuinely flatter your eyes. Tap any shape below for tailored makeup tips.
Tapered, pointed corners with visible crease, often considered the most balanced and versatile eye shape.
- Most eyeliner and eyeshadow styles work well, so experiment freely
- Winged liner following the natural lift of the outer corner looks great
- Define the crease with a mid-tone shade for added dimension
How the AI detects eye shape
Upload a clear, well-lit close-up of your eyes or face. Our AI vision model analyzes lid structure, crease visibility, corner tilt, and spacing to match your eyes against the 10 shape categories above, then generates a confidence level and personalized makeup recommendations.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change my eye shape?
Your underlying eye shape is anatomical and stays fixed, but makeup techniques, like eyeliner placement and eyeshadow blending, can visually enhance or soften how your eye shape appears.
What's the most common eye shape?
Almond eyes are generally considered the most common eye shape, though most people have a unique combination of traits like hooding, tilt, and spacing.
Does eye shape affect makeup?
Yes, the techniques that make eyeliner and eyeshadow look best vary significantly by eye shape. What enhances hooded eyes can look very different from what works for round or upturned eyes.
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