Round Eyes: How to Tell and What Suits Them
Round eyes are about as tall as they are wide, with a visible crease and often some white showing above or below the iris. They give a bright, open and youthful look.
How to tell if you have round eyes
- Your eyes look circular rather than long and narrow
- You can see white above or below the iris when looking straight ahead
- You have a clearly visible eyelid crease
- The inner and outer corners are fairly rounded
Makeup tips for round eyes
- Elongate: extend liner past the outer corner in a horizontal wing
- Concentrate darker shadow on the outer corners, not the center of the lid
- Tightlining the upper waterline adds definition without making the eye look rounder
Brows and glasses
- A straighter, slightly angled brow balances the roundness
- Angular or cat-eye frames create contrast with round eyes
Frequently Asked Questions
Are round eyes the same as prey eyes?
They overlap. The term prey eyes usually describes round eyes with a neutral or negative canthal tilt and visible white below the iris.
How can I make round eyes look more almond-shaped?
Extend your liner horizontally past the outer corner and keep darker shadow on the outer third of the lid.
Do round eyes look younger?
Round, open eyes are often associated with a youthful look.