I remember when Valentines Day was filled with romance, dinners, and flowers. These days, this day of love has shifted to cuddling on the couch and catching up on all of our favorite TV shows (currently Once and Teen Wolf) with as side of popcorn and our babies. Do I need to look this fancy in the presence of a television set, my teenage boy, my ten-year old and my hubby who perpetually passes out within the first 10 minutes of the show? In the immortal words of Sarah Palin, “You Betcha.”
***As usual, Nars Eyeshadow Primer was used prior to eyeshadow application and Giorgio Armani Eye and Brow Maestro in 2 Wedge Wood was used to sculpt the brows.

Valentines Day Makeup:
Make Up For Ever Artist Shadows Me-512 and I-524 applied with my ring finger.
- Start by selecting a delicate pinky/champagne color (a combination of MUFE Artist Shadows ME-512 and I-524) and apply the shade all over the mobile lid area.

Valentine Day Makeup:
Make Up For Ever Artist Shadow M-600 applied to the crease and M-510 applied under the brow bone.
- Using a fluffy brush (Chikuhodo Z-5), apply a warm brown color (MUFE M-600) to the crease area, followed by a flesh-colored shadow (MUFE M-510) under the brow bone.
- Using an angled brush (Memebox angled brush) use a cooler brown shade (Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Solo 4 Wood) and draw a line from the edge of the eye toward the orbital bone (this will act as a guide for the liquid liner), taking some of the color into the crease area.
- Using a tapered brush (Trish McEvoy 29 Brush) blend out any harsh lines from GA 4 Wood.
- Using the same tapered blending brush, apply MAC Uninterrupted to the outer “v” area and slightly into the crease. It may seem like a lot of colors added to the crease, but this look is all about using different colors in light layers to add depth and dimension.
- Add your favorite liquid eyeliner (Guerlain Liquid Liner 2 Bleu Outremer) and draw a dramatic wing to elongate the eye. Use a pointed Q-Tip, dipped in lotion, to sharpen and lift the edge of your wing–what a difference the liner makes; my eyes instantly appear larger and more youthful.
- Add a gel liner (Inglot AMC Gel Liner #90) to the upper waterline to fill-in any gaps between the lashes.
- Adding MAC Uninterrupted heavily to the lower lash line gives the eyes a smoldering, sexy appearance.

Valentines Day Makeup:
Giorgio Armani 9 Gold Eye and Brow Maestro added on top of MAC Uninterrupted.
- This step is totally optionally, but I think the addition of a golden topper shade (Giorgio Armani 9 Gold Eye and Brow Maestro) on top of MAC Uninterrupted, gives the eyes a glistening quality–plus it just looks so darn pretty 🙂
- Using an angled dual fiber eyeshadow brush (Billy B #12), add your favorite highlight color (Vincent Longo Mermaid Muse) to the inner corner of the eye to really make eyes appear bright and awake.
- Add your favorite mascara to complete the look. If my eyes did not tear-up so badly as a reaction to the cold weather, I would have certainly added a dark brown eyeliner on the lower waterline for a more dramatic effect.
Valentines Day Face Makeup:
- Guerlain Powder Foundation
- Dior Star Concealer
- Laura Mercier Ritual Bronzer used lightly as a blush and bronzer.
- Vincent Longo Mermaid Muse used as a highlighter for the upper cheeks.
Valentines Day Lip Combo:
- Girlactik Demure Matte Lip Paint.
- Estee Lauder Impulsive Pure Color Envy Lipstick.
- It goes without saying, add or omit any step you see fit and substitute any of the products shown with things in your own collection.
THE VERDICT: If makeup could talk what would it say?
Makeup would tell you the smoldering earthy tones coupled with the naturally wholesome pink hues definitely makes this look appealing for any special night out. I could have easily worn a red lip, but then the feel would have been more sensual than sweet. Regardless, of how or when you choose to wear this look, you can be certain heads will turn in your favor 🙂 Until next time, be well, stay safe and be happy.
-Maria
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