Look, not every festivity lends itself to fun, on-theme makeup, but when it comes to Valentine’s Day, It’s definitely a makeup-free-for-all. Even though we’re super minimal for the other 364 days of the year, Valentine’s Day- aka the most romantic night of the year is just the perfect excuse to glam up your look with pink, shimmery eyeshadow, bold red lips, and graphic red liner. We’re talking diva-level glam!
So to help you spark some beauty inspiration for your own look, we have scoured the makeup looks of the best in the biz. Whether you’re part of a couple or on the prowl, we’ve got date-hight ideas that’ll help you amp up the romance. Check out the makeup looks that are so beautiful you won’t want to wash your face at the end of the night. But please, always wash your makeup off, folks.
Spoiler Alert: There really are no rules.
11 Date-Night Makeup Looks That Are Beyond Stunning
Gloss On, Worries Gone
If your initial reaction to this look went a little something like, “It’s totally gorgeous, but I’m gonna end up a sticky mess,” don’t fret – we are about to change your mind. The key to a long-lasting glossy lid lies in the preparation and the products you use. All you need to do is add an eye primer, diffuse out your fav nude shadow, pack on the pigment, and top it off with an eye gloss pigment specially made for shadows.
Go Bold And Smoke Out A Red Shadow
Minimalism has had its time in the spotlight, but it seems like maximalists are ready to shine. The biggest beauty trend that’s going to reign supreme in 2022 is that of red-toned eye makeup. Sport to look to make his jaws drop.
Pinktastic!
The best thing about pink is that thare are so many shades to choose from, so you can really customise your eyeshadow to fit your vibe. This diffused coral eyeshadow isn’t to harsh or bright, and it’s also one of the big spring makeup trends of 2022.
That Big Lash Energy!
Kimmy was the most gorgeous wedding guest at Paris Hilton’s wedding, and her makeup was hella on point. Kim K’s to-die-for-eye makeup teamed with a ‘90s-inspired brown lip serves as a major inspiration across the board. Have a date night that requires a more-is-more makeup look? Get practicing now.
For The Love Of Classics
Taking to Instagram, Deepika Padukone shared a photo of her above-the-neck spin on date-night glam. Amalgamating the thick rimming of kohl with a touch of smoke, lad with eyeliner and kajal on the waterline created a sultry look. She paired it with impeccably chiseled cheekbones and a defined nude lip that elevated it to extraordinary status.
Red-And-Gold Lids For A Lil Extra Glam
The star is giving us major eyeshadow goals here. If you’re not feeling pink for Valentine’s day – this red-and-gold combo is the perfect alternative. To make sure all your hard work doesn’t smear by 3 pm, prep your lids with a good eyeshadow primer.
For Folks Who Are Minimalist At Heart
If you’ve the whole glam thing for past V-day date nights, change it up this year with a softer glam look made with monochromatic colours. The look is soft yet hits the Valentine’s day vibe. It still says, “glam,” but like, whispers it instead of screams it.
Pink Eyes, Hypnotise
If you love a colourful look but want to crank it up a notch, take a poppy, pigmented shadow, and apply it to the upper inner corners. Next, diffuse out with your favourite eyeshadow brush, makeup sure to keep the colour heaviest right under your brow bone.
Hi, Saturday Night Makeup, Anyone?
It’s pretty much an unwritten rule that every type of celebration calls for shimmer. A subtle yet sultry eye is the ultimate going out look. Pair with slicked back, wet-look hair for added drama.
Trendy, Cool, And 100% Worth Trying RTFN
Just because pink and red dominate the V-day doesn’t mean you still can’t smoke out your eyeshadow for a more dramatic look. If you want a more subdued look, swap out the hot-pink eyeshadow for a baby-pink or taupe shade.
Add A Cool-Girl Flair
We are totes obsessed with this Valentine’s Day eyeshadow that combines sharp, graphic liner with a smokey eye. Like, how cool is the taupe pink shade and red liner combo?
The date night looks are absolutely to die for!
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