Start with direction
J through D compare conventional curves. L, M and LC use straighter lower sections and more directional transitions.
Compare profile and visible lift
Curl names can vary slightly between manufacturers. Use this guide to compare profiles, and always check the actual tray.
| Curl | Profile | Visual direction | Useful starting point |
|---|---|---|---|
| J | Straightest conventional profile | Soft and natural | Minimal visible curl |
| B | Gentle conventional curve | Natural with subtle lift | Softer transition |
| C | Balanced curve | Open and versatile | Adaptable everyday direction |
| CC | More rounded curve | Lifted and defined | More visible curl than C |
| D | Strongest conventional curve here | Bold and highly lifted | Curl is a prominent design element |
| L | Straighter lower section with pronounced lift | Angular and directional | A sharper transition is intentional |
| M | Straighter lower section with smoother lift | Lifted and elongated | Directional lift with a softer transition |
| LC | Straighter base with curved upper profile | Balanced specialty direction | A bridge between straight-base and curved effects |
Two curl families
Specialty profiles differ from conventional profiles in lower-section geometry, which changes the silhouette. They are not simply more curled versions of conventional profiles.
Conventional curls: J, B, C, CC and D
J begins relatively straight. B adds a gentle curve. C provides a balanced reference point. CC creates a rounder profile, while D gives the strongest conventional curve in this guide.
- Move from understated direction toward stronger visible lift.
- Compare the front and side view before choosing.
- Use the actual tray profile when changing product lines.
Specialty curls: L, M and LC
L uses a pronounced directional transition. M moves into a smoother upward transition. LC connects a straighter base to a softer curved upper section.
Explore the L, M and LC Matte Black Lash Tray or browse the Special Curl collection.
Before choosing a curl
Choose a curl based on the client, the design goal and the complete fiber profile.
- Natural lash direction: compare the extension profile with the visible direction and condition of the natural lashes.
- Front and side view: decide how much lift and directional change should be visible from both angles.
- Length and layering: the same curl can look different when length, layer and placement change.
- Diameter: curl controls direction, while diameter controls the visible fiber profile. Read the diameter guide.
- Finish: Matte Black and Ultra Black change contrast, not curl geometry. Read the finish comparison.
- Manufacturer consistency: compare actual trays because the same curl name may not produce identical geometry.
Shop by curl direction
Choose J and B for softer direction, or explore L, M and LC when a straighter base and specialty transition are part of the design.