Eyelids are a small, but critical, body part.

Theykeep our eyes protectedfrom debris and perspiration, helping oureyesfunction at their best.

Not all eyelids are the same, though, and some of us have double eyelids.

Double eyelid

What exactly is a double eyelid?

We’re glad you asked.

In technical terms, a double eyelid is the presence of a supratarsal eyelid crease.

Double eyelids are oftenupheld as a beauty standard, and many people will seek out surgery to obtain them.

In 2014, more than 1.43 million people underwent the procedure to get double eyelids.

Whether you have double eyelids or monolids, you shouldcelebrate your own unique beauty.