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C Curl vs D Curl: Which Lash Curl Should You Choose?

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C curl vs D curl? C curl is softer and more natural; D curl is stronger and more dramatic.

Quick rule: choose C for everyday wear, choose D for maximum lift—then control length (often 1mm shorter).

“Should I use C curl or D curl?” is one of the most common lash questions because the curl choice changes everything: how open the eyes look, how dramatic the set feels, and whether lashes can poke the lid on certain eye shapes.

What C curl looks like

Vibe: wearable, balanced, everyday
Best for: most eye shapes, most “natural volume” and classic requests
Why artists love it: easy to map and forgiving

What D curl looks like

Vibe: lifted, bold, glam
Best for: clients wanting a dramatic open-eye effect
Why artists love it: maximum visible curl for straight/downward lashes

Who should choose C curl?

Clients who say: “natural,” “soft,” “not too curled”
Clients who wear lashes daily and want a comfortable look
When you want a safe first set or universal stock curl

Who should choose D curl?

Clients who say: “lifted,” “glam,” “bold,” “I want them to pop”
Very straight or downward natural lashes
Content/photography looks where lift reads better on camera

The #1 pro tip: D curl often needs shorter lengths

D curl can visually look longer and can poke the lid if you keep the same length as C. Many pros go 1mm shorter when switching C → D (especially for hooded eyes).