Eyelash Extensions for Men

Eyelash Extension Styles for Men

Eyelash extensions can give clients anything from subtle definition to a bold, sculpted lash line. If you’re looking for eyelash extension styles for men or masculine-presenting clients, here are three London Lash maps you can adapt. Each offers a different shape, so start with the look your client wants and work from there.

Choosing a Lash Extension Style

Use the consultation to find out what your client wants from their set. Do they want a little definition along the lash line, a visible lift or something more dramatic? Show them examples of different lengths and densities so they can picture the result. For more advice, read our guide to eyelash extension consultations.

For clients who want a subtle finish, a classic set can be a good starting point. Consider finer extensions such as 0.10 mm lashes or 0.07 mm lashes where suitable. Choose the diameter, length and curl based on the natural lashes and the finish you’ve agreed on.

If your client wants more density or texture, show them what a hybrid or volume set could look like. For more on introducing the treatment to first-time clients, see Can Men Wear Lash Extensions?

Three Lash Maps to Try

We’ve adapted three of our regular maps for clients who want shorter lengths and a more subtle finish. If your client prefers a bolder shape, you could also show them an Arrow Style lash map. Use the lengths below as starting points and adjust them to suit the client’s eye shape and natural lashes.

Natural Style

The Natural Style follows the growth pattern of the client’s lashes. Lengths of 5–9 mm give you a starting point for adding definition without making the extensions the focus of the look.

Using a lash mapping pen, mark the shortest lengths at the inner corner and build towards the longest length near the start of the final third of the lash line. Then drop down by 1 mm at a time towards the outer corner. This creates a soft arch and a subtle finish.

Squirrel Style

A Squirrel Style map gives the lash line a more pronounced arch. The example below uses 4–10 mm lengths, which can work well for a client who wants a visible change in shape while keeping the set fairly short.

Start with the shortest extensions at the inner corner and build up in 1 mm increments. Compared with the Natural Style, use closer intervals between the length changes and place the longest section further towards the outer corner. This makes the increase in length more noticeable and can create a lifted effect when paired with a suitable curl.

Once you’ve reached the longest section in the final third of the lash line, step down by 1 mm at a time towards the outer corner. The quicker drop in length gives the Squirrel Style its distinct arch. This is one option to show clients with closer-set eyes who want to draw attention outwards.

Ken Dolly Style

You’ve heard of Dolly Style and Barbie Lashes. Now meet Ken Dolly. This playful take on the Dolly map puts the emphasis in the centre of the eye. It can be an option for clients with wide-set eyes who want to draw attention inwards.

Mark the inner and outer corners, then divide the lash line in half. Mark the midpoint of each half to define the edges of the central section, where the longest extensions will sit. Keep the remaining sections symmetrical on either side.

Divide the remaining sections in half and then halve each of those sections again. Use 9 mm in the middle and drop down by 1 mm per section towards each corner, finishing with 5 mm at both the inner and outer corners.

Aftercare

Before your client leaves, show them how to cleanse their extensions gently with Sensitive Lash Shampoo and a soft lash cleansing brush, following the product directions. Share the digital eyelash extensions aftercare leaflet so they have the routine to hand between appointments.