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Keeping with that assumption, you’ve probably been preparing: A romantic dinner?
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A few spritzes of yourfavorite fragrance?
Check, check, and check.
One is sure to fit your aesthetic.
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She adds that the brushes you use are just as important as the shadows you choose.
“Use brushes that have soft fibers to create the most flawless blend of shades,” she tellsAllure.
“The softer your brushes are, the easier it is to blend rich, smoky tones.”
(We personally recommended theLune+Aster Eye Shadow Duo Brush.)
“This look was a modern take on old-Hollywood glam,” says makeup artistJenna Kristina.
“The pink lipstick has blue undertones, which can help make your teeth look brighter and whiter.”
Then, smoke the pigment out with your finger or a cotton bud until everything looks seamless.
Then, add several coats of mascara.
He reached forRare Beauty’s Matte Lip Creamin Brave.
In fact, makeup artistNydia Figueroasays that someone ofanyskin tone can nail this bold, red lip look.
“My favorite bright red for a darker skin tone isFenty Beauty’s Stunna Lip Paint in Uncensored.
This color is universal but looks particularly stunning on darker skin,” she explains.
Sleek Bun and Rosy Monochrome
Don’t feel like doing anything with your hair?
Copy our girl Selena Gomez and go for a fuss-free-yet-polished low bun.
Need help creating a cat-eye?
Thisstep-by-step guidehas got you covered.
Then,tightline your upper waterlinebefore sweeping on mascara for added definition.
“I layeredIshimmer Individual Lashesin multiple sizes for a natural-looking lash.”
Add a barrette on either side of your head, and you’re all set.
is a perfect color match for this eye look that’ll blend out easily all over the lids.
Simply dot the liner all over and then blendusing your fingersor your favoriteeye shadow brush.
Reverse Cat-Eye and Red Lips
Bored of your basic winged eyeliner?
Use Valentine’s Day as an excuse to experiment with a reverse cat-eye instead.
“It lends a fresher touch to an otherwise timeless glam look,” says makeup artistPorsche Cooper.
After, layer on your favoritetrue red lipstick, and you’re free to call it a day.
Any oftheseAllure-approved lip stainswill do the trick.
“I went for soft smoky eyes with a nude lip.”
“Opt for a magenta pink to line the lips and give them a more defined look.
Then, place a lighter pink on the inside to give the lips even more definition.”
He washed the eyes using the shadows of pink from theNatasha Denona Mini Love Eye Shadow Palette.
Oh, and don’t forget to top it all off with a red lip.
Just askMichael Anthony, the makeup artist who created this dazzling beat for singer-songwriterAva Max.
“This fiery color will definitely ignite Valentine’s Day fun.”
Makeup artistJanice Daoudcreated this dazzling beat with “nail-art rhinestones fromAmazon.”
“Finish off with mascara to watch the look come to life,” she says.
Eye-wise, we recommendAllure’sBest of Beauty-winningMake Up For Ever Artist Color Eyeshadowin the Gold Nugget Glitter.
