B, C, D or L+? How to Choose the Right Lash Extension Curl
Curl does more to shape a lash set than almost any other choice. The same length can look natural on one client and dramatic on another, depending on the curl you pick. Here's how to match curl to the eye in front of you.
The four curls at a glance
| Curl | Lift | Looks like | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| B | Gentle | Natural, like a lash curler on a light day | Straight-down natural lashes, clients wanting a subtle set |
| C | Medium | Classic, noticeable curl | Most clients; the safe everyday choice |
| D | Strong | Dramatic, wide-eyed | Clients with naturally curly lashes, glam sets |
| L+ | Flat base, then a sharp lift | Open and lifted | Hooded, deep-set or downturned eyes, very straight lashes |
Start with the natural lash
Look at the angle of the client's natural lashes before anything else. A curl that's much stronger than the natural lash will sit on the base and lift off early, which hurts retention. As a rule:
- Straight lashes: B or C, or L+ if they also need lift.
- Lashes with a natural curl: C or D.
- Very curly lashes: D, so the extension follows the natural shape.
Then look at eye shape
- Hooded eyes: the lid can hide a soft curl. L+ or D lift the lash clear of the lid.
- Deep-set eyes: a stronger curl stops lashes touching the brow bone.
- Downturned eyes: a stronger curl on the outer corners lifts the eye.
- Round eyes: C keeps the look balanced; D can make round eyes look rounder.
- Monolids: L+ gives visible lift where a regular curl would sit flat.
Mixing curls
You don't have to use one curl for a whole set. Many artists use C through the middle and D on the outer corners for lift, or a softer B on the inner corners for comfort.
Our tip
If you're stocking up for the first time, a C curl tray in 0.07 (volume) or 0.15 (classic) covers most clients. Add D and L+ as your client list grows. Every LASHGAME tray is faux mink with 10 rows, in lengths from 8mm to 15mm.
