Why Aegyo-Sal Doesn’t Work for Everyone

When a beauty feature becomes a universal standard, it often loses nuance. Aegyo-sal—the puff under the eyes—was meant to soften the gaze, shorten the mid-face, and add youth. But not every eye benefits from exaggerating it. Here’s when it backfires: 1️⃣ Low orbital volume. If the brow-eye-cheekbone angle is wide, the eye area is flat. Adding puff here crowds the eye, making it dull. 2️⃣ Naturally thick orbicularis muscles. If your natural aegyo-sal is already prominent, drawing more can overwhelm the eye shape—especially with hooded lids or wide creases. 3️⃣ Uneven under-eye surface. If you have strong tear troughs or visible bags, you need a smooth canvas. Drawing volume here exaggerates texture, not charm. 4️⃣ Style mismatch. This look suits sweet or delicate aesthetics. For sharp or clean styles, it can feel artificial. There’s no rule that says you need to draw aegyo-sal. Start with your own structure—not social media formulas. #beauty #makeup #eyemakeup