i bought the new shu uemura eyelash curler at sephora. i really like this one b/c the new silicone pad prevents any pinching....and the curler prevents any obvious curling lines that are caused with other curlers i have tried. i'm asian and i read from a few reviews on forums that some asian gals did not like the shu curlers but they seem to work fine for me. i think it all depends on the shape of ones' eyes.

all in all, the money spent for this curler is well worth it in my opinion.