10 Valentine’s Day Gifts to Get Your Beauty-Obsessed Bestie
Art by Wesley Johnson1/12Whether you’re in a blissfully happy relationship with bae, or you’re flying solo like me at the moment (shall we commiserate?), it’s time to admit that Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Literally, it’s just a few days away — which means if you haven’t picked out (or hand-crafted) any presents yet, you should probably get on that, stat. This year, though, why not spread some extra love by getting your bestie something, too? V-Day isn’t only for couples, after all — it’s a day devoted to love and expressing it, and let’s face it: Sometimes our girls are way better at that than the romantic partners in our lives. Thus, they deserve to feel super-special, too! Lucky for us, the beauty industry doesn’t disappoint around Valentine’s Day. It’s true; brands pretty much go all out for this red-and-pink-themed holiday — which in turn definitely makes your job much easier. To make it even easier, though, we took the liberty of rounding up some of the best Valentine’s Day-ready beauty goodies on the market right now. And, we even tailored them to match your BFF’s interests just for kicks. Now keep on clicking to check out our fabulous finds.
Photo: Courtesy of Tarte2/12For The Eyeshadow Addict…
So you might think your friend’s addiction to eyeshadow is a tad gratuitous, but we advise you quit questioning it, and instead, feed into the obsession by getting her a brand-spanking-new palette, like this one by Tarte. It comes with six stunning, super-blendable shades, all of which are very V-day approp. Plus, its compact size makes it easy to tote around day-to-day or for traveling.
Photo: Courtesy of Too Faced3/12For The Eyeshadow Addict…
First of all, we’d like to point out that Too Faced never fails to slay Valentine’s Day beauty — and this heart-flecked eyeshadow palette is obvi no exception. Its impressive range of hues is perfect for creating myriad gorgeous makeup looks, not to mention they’re infused with cocoa powder so they smell Exactly. Like. Chocolate. Need we say more? Too Faced Chocolate Bon Bons Eyeshadow Collection
Photo: Courtesy of Clinique4/12For The Lip Lover…
If you’ve ever said to yourself, “so and so definitely doesn’t need anymore lipsticks!” we suggest you think again. Because if there’s one thing we know for sure, it’s that lipstick lovers (like ourselves) always appreciate more lippies. We recommend a cute little trio, like this one because 1) mini sizes of anything are adorable, and 2) it gives your bestie more options.
Photo: Courtesy of Smashbox5/12For The Lip Lover…
If splurging ain’t no thang for you, we can’t recommend this swoon-worthy palette enough. With 25 exquisite hues to choose from, its extensive array of both matte and creamy lipsticks is bound to make any lip lover go weak in the knees.
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Photo: Courtesy of Physicians Formula6/12For The Blush-Obsessed Babe…
If you’re a struggling college student like myself, don’t underestimate what you can find at the drugstore. Case in point: This adorable heart-pressed power blush infused with natural plant extracts, which have been known to promote feelings of happiness by imitating the effect of endorphins.
Photo: Courtesy of Givenchy7/12For The Blush-Obsessed Babe…
On the flip side, if you are not in fact a poor college kid, and are looking to make your friend feel extra spesh this V-day, then we suggest this dazzling blush quartet by Givenchy. You can rock each high-voltage shade alone, or swirled together for a customized flush — either way the effect is beautiful.
Photo: Courtesy of Tocca8/12For The Fragrance Fiend…
Perfume is definitely a personal thing, which is why gifting it can be tricky business. That said, if you know that your friend is into trying out new fragrances, we recommend a cute little rollerball set like this one by Tocca. This way, your bestie can sample new scents — and you don’t have to break the bank. It’s a win-win scenario if we ever heard one.
Photo: Courtesy of Byredo9/12For The Fragrance Fiend…
Byredo can really do no wrong in the scent department, which is why if you’ve got the money to spend, we highly suggest this sublime candle that couldn’t be more perfect for Valentine’s Day. For starters, it has pink wax and a metallic label, which means it will look gorgeous sitting on any surface — #AestheticGoals. Appearance aside, though, it smells flirty and divine, with notes of violet, Morello cherry, and rosewater. Your BFF’s nose will be very, very happy.
Photo: Courtesy of Glossier10/12For The Skincare Maven…
When it doubt, you can’t go wrong with a do-it-all balm that comes in cheeky packaging. Why, you ask? Because everyone’s a sucker for pretty things, and it’s winter, so moisturizing is crucial. Enter: This cutesy, band-aid-esque 3-pack of Glossier’s famed Balm Dotcom, which for those of you aren’t familiar, is a skin-saving salve enriched with castor seed oil, beeswax, and a bunch of other skin-loving ingredients that help to repair stressed-out skin.
Photo: Courtesy of Bobbi Brown11/12For The Skincare Maven…
As its name suggests, this ultra-soothing mask is packed with coral grass and green algae to hydrate dry skin, while murumuru butter and chlorella extract work to boost collagen production. The skin is instantly left feeling smoother, softer, and more supple — plus, we like that it comes in a baby-pink tube, because #ValentinesDay.
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