Speak And Show: 20 Best Makeup Products For Valentine's Day

2023 Author: Jessica James | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-08-25 04:20

Semi-sheer balm with strawberry gum scent and volumizing mascara or emerald eyeshadow and scarlet lipstick? How to celebrate Valentine's Day is up to you, and the editors of BeautyHack will tell you what tools to use for this.

Gloss-lip balm Lip Maximizer, 006, Dior

Tested by BeautyHack Editor-in-Chief Karina Andreeva

All beauticians have products that they buy over and over again. And despite the fact that the modern market offers new alternatives, there are means for which there is simply no replacement. For me, this is the Dior Lip Maximizer.

I tried it when I was still in school, 6-7 years ago. I always loved for the mirror shine and wow volume on the lips: yes, they really visually become puffy. I also love it when you feel how the product works, and when applied, it gives some sensations. As if telling you - yes, yes, I am real, I am working, feel me! And that's all about Lip Maximizer.

Because of the menthol in the composition, the balm begins to pleasantly cool and tingle the lips. This year, to the delight of fans, the brand has released new shades: now there are as many as 7! Since my lips are naturally dark, I chose Berry 006.

The formula contains hyaluronic acid, which envelops delicate skin and retains moisture - on frosty weekdays, the shine works like a balm, protecting against peeling and dryness. If you use gloss regularly, your lips will become smoother - I checked.

Price: 2 390 rubles.

Contour & Strobe Lip Set, Heartbreaker Shameless, Huda Beauty

Tested by BeautyHack Senior Editor Anastasia Speranskaya

No seriously, who needs valentines in the 21st century? Much better is a luxurious case in the shape of lips from Huda Kattan - not simple, but useful: with three makeup products. All beautygolics dream of getting such a gift - I know for sure.

The set includes a pencil and matte lipstick in Heartbreaker shade and a shining gloss-topper Shameless (it has nothing to do with the series of the same name). The first two instantly turn into a vamp woman, and the last one will attract the eyes of others like a magnet.

The gloss contains millions of reflective particles that make lips visually plump and juicy. And, of course, no matte lipstick is scary with him - it seems that a balm has been applied and nothing more. By the way, the gloss looks great and solo - it gives the lips a light nude tint.

Price: 1 999 rub.

Baked blush Sweetheart Baked Blush, shade Just Like Coral, KIKO Milano

Tested by BeautyHack editor Julia Kozoliy

The Sweetheart KIKO Milano collection was released for Valentine's Day. For those who have already liked blush, palettes and lipsticks in the shape of hearts, I advise you to order online before February 14 - if there are more than two products in your basket, get a 25% discount.

I am currently testing the blush in a soft pink case. They are baked, with small glitters, so it can be easily overdone (especially for those like me who are used to creamy textures). I apply this Baked Blush with a fluffy brush very delicately and blend it thoroughly so that no streaks remain. The result is a peach shade with a slight radiance - it looks very fresh on the skin!

Price: 990 rub.

Palette of eyeshadow Isabel Marant Smoke, L'Oréal Paris

Tested by BeautyHack editor Sofia Vorobyova

I rarely do smoky eyes, but if a holiday is approaching, then I choose this win-win option. The atmosphere of freedom of the wild west and the romance of the French capital are combined in one collection Wanted - a cosmetic collaboration between L'Oréal Paris and designer Isabelle Maran. And embodied as a duo of smoky eyeshadows with black and shining emerald shades. Do not think that for February 14 this is too much - a little pink blush on the "apples" of the cheeks and a transparent gloss on the lips, and daring makeup turns into a smart evening.

Shadows perfectly emphasize the blue and green color of the eyes - it becomes brighter several times. And the advantage of this particular palette is that the shadows do not roll. I applied them in the morning: the wind and light snow did not frighten my smoky eyes, the shadows did not crumble and did not roll.

To slightly dim the pigment, I applied the product with a fluffy brush with natural bristles, but if you want to come off in full, use your fingertips - this will brighten the shade. You can also use shades to draw arrows - for this, arm yourself with a beveled brush and slightly wet it. The main thing is to experiment and do it with love!

Price: 790 rub.

Lip balm Extra Lip Tint, shade Bare Raspberry, Bobbi Brown

Tested by BeautyHack Editor Natalia Kapitsa

I love everything Bobby touches and I can't help it. Balm-stick with a slight pinkish tinge came to me "captive" about a month ago. And you know what? By all the laws of the dramatic genre, I fell in love with my "prisoner".

A product with an unobtrusive odor and a greasy, oily consistency perfectly moisturizes, leaving a subtle shade and light shine. Ideal for early spring. The feeling of hydration will remain with you for 3-4 hours after application. Despite the fact that this is a balm, it is quite persistent: it will survive several cups of tea and about 10 kisses - it has been tested. The product has a weightless texture (practically not felt on the lips) and a rich vitamin composition. The balm is perfect for those who suffer from cracks - it promotes healing and prevents their appearance.

Price: 3 300 rub.

Palette eyeshadow Magnif'Eyes Color Edition, Rimmel London

Tested by BeautyHack Senior Editor Anastasia Speranskaya

In the Magnif'Eyes line, everyone will find the perfect palette of eyeshadows: someone will choose a gentle neutral Blush (they wrote about it here), others - a “harsh” gray-purple Smoke. And I advise you to take a closer look at the spring trends (about them - here) and try the brightest palette in the collection - Color Edition. In addition to the flashy neon blue and rich green hue, it also has calm copper - what you need for makeup on Valentine's Day.

I focused my attention on the left side of the palette and applied a metallic pink tint to the entire movable eyelid, and with neutral beige I emphasized the crease and the lower lash line. To make a brighter accent, I used a shining coral shade - it perfectly emphasizes the brown eye color, and makes the green ones even brighter. And most importantly, you can choose any lipstick for such eye makeup - for a festive date, I advise you to choose a bright scarlet one in order to slay your other half on the spot.

Price: 899 rub.

Velvetines Lip Liner, Cake, Lime Crime

Tested by BeautyHack editor Sofia Vorobyova

No matter how much I am a lover of dark lipstick shades, I could not resist the Lime Crime lip pencil in pale pink color. Cake speaks for itself: sweet smell, soft texture. I like that the pencil performs two functions at once: it draws the contour of the lips and paints them completely, like lipstick.

I admire lip products that do not spread, and for this pencil I am not worried at all (it will definitely not run away from my lips). But do not count on it to withstand all the tests: in the center of the lips, the pigment can come off after 3-4 hours or a couple of kisses. But it is applied easily: I pre-moisten my lips with balm so that the pencil literally glides over them. The result is velvety lips with a dusty rose tint that will make you look irresistible.

Price: 1 100 rub.

Liquid lipstick Superstay Matte Ink, shade 80 Ruler, Maybelline New York

Tested by BeautyHack editorial assistant Arina Zarudko

I am a real lipstick maniac, so novelties and bestsellers invariably replenish my cosmetic bag. I have been familiar with lipsticks from Maybelline for a long time and I treat them with great confidence, but, as a rule, my choice stopped at lipsticks in sticks - time to try liquid ones too!

Superstay Matte Ink impressed me with its rich color, incredible durability and fantastic caramel flavor. This lipstick from the number of "reinforced concrete" - stays on the lips throughout the day (I do not lie), is not afraid of testing food, drinks and even kisses. If you're looking for the perfect Valentine's (and more) matte finish, check out the wide selection of shades from the Superstay Matte Ink palette. There are 14 of them in the collection - for any color type.

I liked a juicy pink with a cold undertone - Ruler. A separate point worth mentioning is the applicator with a narrow tip, which is most convenient for applying lipstick, even without using a lip liner. There may be a slight sticky effect on the lips at first, but it will not last long (remember to use a light lip balm as a base so that the matte lipstick lies smoother). To wash off lipstick, use a hydrophilic oil or other makeup remover with oils in the composition (it is too tough for ordinary micellar water).

Price: 470 rub.

Brow Gel Bushy Brow Strong Hold Gel, Baby Brown, Lime Crime

Tested by BeautyHack editor Julia Kozoliy

It was difficult to photograph this product because Baby Brown is as natural as possible and invisible on the eyebrows. But this is the effect we want to achieve?

I am delighted with the gel: it lays down thinly and naturally, an elongated brush combes each hair (convenient if you like to slightly lift them up) and fixes perfectly without discomfort and reinforced concrete grip. I apply it every day when I do nude makeup or just want to emphasize my eyebrows.

Price: 2 200 rubles.

Ombre Smoky Eyeshadow & Liner, 006 Plum, Bourjois Paris

Tested by BeautyHack Senior Editor Anastasia Speranskaya

Eyeshadows in the form of a pencil are often undeservedly bypassed - and in fact they help both when creating smoky eyes, and in "makeup without makeup." In the latter case, you just need to emphasize the eyelash growth line with a liner and shade everything with a brush with a dense bristle - you don't even need to apply mascara, the eyelashes will seem more luxuriant every five times.

Or you can draw a modest arrow - it is much easier to do it with a pencil than with a liquid eyeliner. With brown eyes, I advise you to pay attention to the shade Plum - dark plum with shimmering particles. It will add expressiveness to the look and make the eyes slightly green. On the back of the pencil you will find a blending sponge and a sharpener (the latter will help you when drawing arrows). But still, I advise you to apply the product over the base - this way it will last much longer.

Price: 520 rub.

Lipstick Rouge Interdit, shade 13 Rouge Interdit, Givenchy

Tested by BeautyHack editor Sofia Vorobyova

Rouge Interdit lipstick from the new limited collection of Givenchy came in two shades (we wrote about them here). I made my choice in favor of red. It is impossible to take your eyes off the lipstick: a laconic black plastic case, the side surfaces of which are decorated with two embossed fabric ribbons. Pull the red satin "ponytail" and the case will open: a luxurious red shade you want to "wear" with your head held high.

The lipstick has a pleasant floral-powdery aroma that is felt at the time of application. The texture is silky - it resembles a balm, but at the same time it is not greasy and not sticky, and it seems to melt slightly on the lips. The pigment on your lips will overlap in one touch and stay with you all day, despite the fact that the gloss fades over time. And most importantly, the lipstick cares for the lips thanks to the black rose extract and micro-oils in the composition.

Price: 2 400 rub.

Lipstick Le Rouge Intense Color, shade 332 Fearless, Givenchy

Tested by BeautyHack Editor Natalia Kapitsa

In pursuit of the perfect red lipstick, a beauty editor can go around the world twice - no less. I went on my trip around the world last year and finally docked at the Givenchy shore.

Lipstick in shade Fearless - my find, love and personal weakness that causes tachycardia. Weightless, "satin" with a light glossy finish - just what you need to create the image of a "vamp woman". I rarely take out a box of decorative cosmetics - I am more of a collector than an active user. But this lipstick has always been in your purse for some time now (what if, a date?). The product lies flat, does not roll and does not cause any discomfort on the lips. Spring is coming, which means it's time to add colors!

Price: 1 580 rub.

Liquid lipstick Rouge Signature, shade 110 I Empower, L'Oréal Paris

Tested by BeautyHack editorial assistant Arina Zarudko

This lipstick meets my three main criteria: comfort, color and durability. Despite the fact that the lipstick is matte, it is practically not felt on the lips. I use a pencil for a shade darker, but the applicator allows you to apply lipstick without his help when you need to quickly fix makeup.

The line includes 12 shades that are perfect for any look and for any mood. I settled on the warm shade I Empower, which will complement my makeup for Valentine's Day (I plan to focus on the eyes). This liquid lipstick does not dry the lips, it lays down softly, so there is no discomfort. Persistence will also not disappoint: the color may slightly lose its saturation, but the lipstick does not spread and does not tighten the lips, so feel free to choose your shade and go on a romantic date!

Price: 650 rub.

Rouge Velvet The Lipstick, shade 06, Bourjois Paris

Tested by BeautyHack Senior Editor Anastasia Speranskaya

Pantone proclaimed coral the main color of the year, and not buying lipstick of this shade is a real beauty crime. The main thing is to choose it correctly: make sure that the shade is not too warm (otherwise you will have to say goodbye to a snow-white smile) and pay attention to the skin tone (owners of a neutral and cold tone should be careful).

The 6th shade of Rouge Velvet matte lipstick is just what you need. In the stick, it looks scary carrot, but on the lips it turns out that bright coral. The texture, by tradition, is incredibly delicate, so don't expect discomfort and dryness. And you can count on durability - the lipstick will survive several hours and be washed off with hydrophilic oil.

Price: 414 rub.

Sparkles sequins, shade Lilac, KRYGINA Cosmetics

Tested by BeautyHack editor Sofia Vorobyova

I associate Valentine's Day only with pink and red, so Sparkles by KRYGINA Cosmetics in Lilac will be used. You will certainly fall in love with this tool, especially when you learn about its versatility: you can apply glitter on shadows, blush, lips, eyelashes and even eyebrows. As a result, glitter is everywhere! It's good that they can be easily removed with micellar water: a couple of strokes - and sparkles already adorn the cotton pad.

And they also perfectly complement pink lipstick or pale pink shadows, however, in the first case, you will have to do without kissing. I can't help but mention the jar - it reminded me of a toy from a dollhouse. The glitter itself is dry, you can apply it with your fingers or a brush, I chose the first, easiest way. Why unnecessary complications?

Price: 650 rub.

Double lip balm Peko Jjang Melti Jelly Lip Balm 01, Holika Holika

Tested by BeautyHack editor Julia Kozoliy

If you close your eyes to the fact that the balm needs to be applied with your finger, this is one of the best acquisitions of winter. It has great moisturizing properties and a delicious strawberry gum flavor!

Inside there are two pigments: transparent on the sides and berry in the center. First I apply a transparent balm, then a light tint with a pink undertone, which enhances the natural color of the lips. Does not stick, but it is not absorbed instantly. There is only one drawback - because of the smell, you want to eat the balm!

Price: 750 rub.

Multifunctional cream Concrete, shade Peach, KRYGINA Cosmetics

Tested by BeautyHack Editor Natalia Kapitsa

I love multi-functional makeup products. Firstly, they save space in the purse of beauticians. And secondly, they just save money by replacing blush, lipstick and even shadows.

The remedy from Lena Krygina is something incredible. In a beautiful metal box - a real treasure of perfect shade and texture. The creamy pigment adheres perfectly, blends easily and lasts a long time. A very long time! Peach shade is universal - suitable for owners of light and dark skin. If I need to quickly tidy up my face, creating the effect of eight hours of sleep (a rare "guest" in beauty editors), the tool helps to cope with this in seconds. Despite its durability, the pigment does not leave a feeling of tightness and dryness - applied and forgotten. Suitable for day and evening makeup.

Price: 1 650 rub.

Shadow Color Tattoo, shade 50 Eternal Silver, Maybelline New York

Tested by BeautyHack project manager Anastasia Lyagushkina

On Valentine's Day, a romantic dinner awaits me - for him I chose makeup with an emphasis on the eyes, so persistent shadows will come in handy. Why is Color Tattoo good? They can be applied with the pad of your finger, so as not to waste a minute on a holiday, but they will hold out for a whole day and will not slide into the folds of the century, like traitors. Another indisputable plus is that you will not need a base.

It is easy to choose your own among the shades, but I made a bet on silver or, as I called it, the color of the February sky. An expressive look will be my secret weapon this evening, and I will complement it with a translucent lip balm.

Price: 254 rub.

Mascara Lash Sensational, Maybelline New York

Tested by BeautyHack editor Sofia Vorobyova

Not a single day is complete without mascara - after the morning ritual, I must dye my eyelashes. But since they are naturally long for me, I do not apply very much and pay more attention to the roots. With Lash Sensational mascara, the eyelashes are voluminous and fluffy - and this, by the way, is one of the main trends of the season.

I was also pleased with the silicone brush: it does not stick eyelashes, does not stain the eyelid and perfectly distributes mascara without clumps. An equally important point for me personally is the ease of removal. Maybelline mascara rinses off with panda-style streak-free micellar water: swipe several times with a cotton pad and you're done. At the same time, the remedy is persistent - I checked it while walking under the wet snow. In general, it is decided - I confess my love to her on February 14th.

Price: 400 rub.

Metallized pigment, shade Rose Silver, KRYGINA Cosmetics

Tested by BeautyHack editor Julia Kozoliy

The pigments that Elena Krygina came up with are very loose, so you need to get used to them. They are removed from the package using a special pipette. The shade inside is the same rich as on the package, because there are no talcum powder or thinners in the composition.

If I want to get a bright eye makeup, then I apply the pigment to the base with a wet brush - it turns out a shade of rose gold, as in the photo. For a more casual look, the product can be shaded to a light haze effect. I also like to apply pigment on the cheekbones and collarbones, mixing it with face and body cream. But for me it is 100% evening story: the product shines very expressively!

Price: 2 150 rub.