How to Nail the Perfect Valentine’s
Day Makeup Look: Tips and Tricks

Whether you have plans for V-day or decide just to stay home and binge-watch TV shows,
there’s always room to experiment with a jaw-dropping makeup look. After all, who says you
should only love a partner for V-day? Self-love counts, too, and it undoubtedly comes with
additional brownie points.

So, whether you are going out on a surprise date with a significant other, meeting up with
friends, or booking a solo experience for yourself, you should play around with some
makeup to add a sparkle to your regular plan.

That’s why we’ve compiled our Valentine’s Day-inspired makeup guide that won’t just make
you look glamorous but will also teach you how to correctly apply makeup such that it seems
ethereal all day long.

Fall In Love With These Valentine’s Day Makeup Ideas
The season of love offers a perfect excuse to go out on a limb and create a memorable
makeup look. From hot pink and dark bold tones to shimmery highlights and bejeweled eyes, here is our list of some flirtatious makeup ideas:

The Romantic Glow
If you want your overall look to exude the radiance of romance, use a luminous or dewy
foundation that adds a natural soft touch to your skin. Using a highlighter on the high regions
of your face (cheekbones, cupid’s bow, and nose bridge) will elevate this ethereal glow.

Color psychology is quite accurate, so Incorporate romantic colors such as rose, mauve,
pink, maroon, or champagne shades into your blush, eye shadow, or lip color, and play
around with a shimmery or soft matte finish for a dreamy look.

Add Definition To Your Eyes
Eyes are the windows to your soul, and making them the focal point of your V-day look will
certainly create a captivating effect. Use an eyeshadow primer so that your eyeshadow stays
crease-free and vibrant throughout.

Define and accentuate your eyes by using a combination of matte and shimmery
eyeshadow; it will also give your eyelids depth and dimension if you’re going for a smokey
look. Always complete the look with bold eyeliner, flash lashes, and volumizing mascara.

Blush-It-Up

Infuse shades of peach, soft pink, or rose that complement your complexion to add life and a
gleeful blush to your cheeks. After all, happy moments are filled with cheer, and your cheeks
will look rosy and supple with these blush shades.

When applying your blush, smile first so you correctly expose the apples of your cheeks.
Lightly dust the blush to the protruding area and blend upwards toward your temple. Doing
so will not only “lift” your face but will help blend the blush into your look.

Aim For Luscious Lips
Your lip color is undoubtedly the star of the show, and you can go wild with the shades that
make your lips look luscious, but make sure you choose a long-wearing lipstick formula for a
kiss-proof color and line your lips for added definition.
If your overall look is all about fairy-like beauty, choose shades of berry, pink, or red. Plus,
you can always go right with a classic red lip. Similarly, if you’re going for a classy, boss-lady
vibe, try deep lip shades like garnet, wine, maroon, walnut brown, mocha, etc.

Glamour With Glitter
There’s no better occasion than Valentine’s Day if you want to test out a glam glitter-induced
look. You can use glitter on your eyes by combining it with a darker shade of eyeshadow
over your crease and a lighter one on the lid.

Similarly, you can incorporate glitter into the rest of your look besides your face. For
example, add a touch of glitter to your nails or only to some of them to add some variation.
You can also add some glitzy glow to your body by using the highlighter on your collarbones.

Color Pop
Some of you may want to take a different direction from the traditional red and pink hues.
Use a pop of color to elevate your V-Day makeup to a whole new level. One of the best
areas to experiment with colors is your eyes.

Try eyeshadow or a graphic liner in colorful shades, such as lilac, royal blue, bright red,
neons, and even metallic shades. You can make a bold statement with a classic winged liner
just by adding some color to it.

Bejewelled Boss

Embellish your eyes with jewels for an exquisite look, but of course, don’t overdo it to avoid
looking like a disco ball. Bejeweled makeup doesn’t have to be too “showy”; in fact, keeping
it minimalistic is the best way to accentuate your features.
Applying tiny gems or rhinestones to the arch of your brow will make your eyes look bigger.
Similarly, match your eyeshadow color to your gems and play around by sticking them under
your eyes or to the inner corners of your eyes.

Don’t Forget The Rest Of Your Look

Your makeup should complement the rest of your as well, so make sure you stick to a
cohesive color palette in your outfit, shoes, and even hairstyle. Make sure you distribute the
color palette evenly, and don’t go all out with the matching game.

Always remember to add accessories to your outfit, whether it’s adding a waist-defining belt
or wearing bold-colored heels. Choose one statement accessory. It can be a necklace,
earrings, finger rings, bracelets, etc., and let the rest be more subtle to create a balance.

Steps To Apply Makeup

Following a specific order when applying makeup is a must to ensure a long-lasting and
harmonious look. Although the application process can vary based on individual
preferences, you have to understand each product to make sure it blends seamlessly and
with finesse. As a general rule of thumb, it’s recommended that you start with liquid or
creamy consistency products and finish off with powdered ones.

1. Moisturizer
As a fundamental component of any makeup application, moisturizing is crucial to
maintaining healthy skin that works as a perfect canvas for all your products. Plus, when
your skin is well-hydrated, it provides a smooth makeup finish without having any product
“crack” by settling into fine lines. Always choose a moisturizer that works for your skin type,
i.e., oily, dry, or combination skin.

2. Primer
Pimer is a gel or cream-based product that is generally lightweight and designed for
application after your skincare routine and before the foundation since it acts as a bridge
between the two. It ensures your application is smooth, stays put, and looks fresh throughout
the day. Even if you’re tempted to skip this step, always remember that it sets the base for
an impeccable look.

3. Liquid Foundation
Foundations come in different formulations that cater to specific skin types and preferences.
It’s a versatile product with a liquid, creamy texture, and you can choose one based on its
different levels of coverage, which range from sheer to full. Choose a foundation that works
with your skin tone as well as undertone, and apply it evenly by gently dabbing it around with
a sponge, dome-shaped brush, or just your fingertips.

4. Concealer
It’s natural to have fine lines, pigmentation, or different textures in specific areas of your
facial skin; this includes pimples, scars, uneven skin tone, dark circles, blemishes, etc.
That’s where concealer hides imperfections and brightens up your look to work its magic.
Gently dab it with precision and care using your fingers or sponge to areas that need
“concealing.” And voila! You have a flawless, even complexion.

5. Bronzer

For a sun-kissed, shimmery oomph to your overall look, grab your favorite bronzer. It can
help sculpt your facial features and add warmth to your complexion. Apply the bronzer to
your cheekbones, nose, and jawline to define and contour your bone structure.

6. Blush
Blush does a great job of reviving your face and making it look lively and fresh by bringing
color to your cheeks, and this is the perfect opportunity to give your face that rosy
Valentine’s Day glow. Use a dense, fluffy brush and focus on applying the blush to the
apples of your cheeks, and make sure the shade blends well with the rest of your makeup
and skin tone.

7. Highlighter
The highlighter is meant to elevate your look to an extraordinary level by adding a radiant
glow to your face. Using a fan brush or sponge, add just the right amount of highlight to your
cheeks, tip, and bridge of the nose, browbone, and just a touch on your chin. Avoid going
overboard with the highlight because it can make you look like a lit-up lamp, and that’s not
very pleasing. With the right amount and application technique, it can add luminosity and
vibrance to your makeup look.

8. Eyeshadow
Eyeshadows are considered to be the playground for makeup artists since it allows them to
play with their creativity. You can choose between shimmer, matte, or glitter shades,
depending on the look you’re going for. Start by blending the eyeshadow over your eyelids
using a round or flat blending brush, and continue doing so until there are no harsh lines
visible. Whether it’s subtle, natural hues or dramatic, bold art, you can experiment and
create a captivating masterpiece.

9. Eyeliner
Once you’re done unleashing your creative genius with the eyeshadow, you have to use
eyeliner to add a dramatic effect and definition to your eyes. Now, mastering the art of
eyeliner application can be tricky, but with some trial and error, it isn’t an extremely
challenging feat. Start by lining your upper lid with a smooth stroke, and move on to the
lower lids if that’s what you like. You can play around with different colors or choose a
classic black-winged line; either way, it adds allure to your eyes.

10. Mascara
No makeup look is complete without harnessing the transformative power of mascara. Not
only does it lengthen your lashes, but it also makes your eyes pop by making them appear
more expressive. Finish your eye makeup with your choice of mascara to frame your eyes
with fuller-looking lashes. Even if you’ve put on voluminous eyelash extensions, don’t forget
a few strokes of mascara.

11. Lipstick

After exfoliating your lips during your skincare routine, apply some lip balm to keep them
lush and moisturized so you take away any uneven textures and dead skin cells for a
smoother lipstick application. Start by lining your lips with a lip pencil and then fill it in using
either lipstick or lipgloss of your choice. Always start the application from the cupid bow of
your lips and work your way outwards. Be careful not to overapply because it will make your
lips look cakey.

12. Setting Spray or Powder
The dynamic duo of the makeup application process is the setting spray and powder
because it ensures your makeup retains its flawless look through the day or night. Pat on
some setting powder onto your face to “lock” your makeup in while the concealer and
foundation are still wet. Now, choose your desired setting spray to determine the overall
finish of your look. You can choose between matte, dewy, radiant, waterproof, translucent, or
tinted setting sprays.

To Wrap It Up
With these stunning ideas and an entire guide on how to apply your makeup, we’re sure your
Valentine’s Day look will turn heads, so get ready to become the center of attention for your
date. After all, it’s the perfect occasion to portray charm and beauty, and flawless makeup is
just what you need to achieve that look.