Metro Valentine's Day Beauty Gift Guide 2023

Valentine's Day is just around the corner—are you ready with your date night plans? More than that, are you ready with your gift ideas? We're here to give you a list of must-buys to help you get ready for that special date, as well as picks that double as gifts to yourself or your loved ones! Stock up your clutch with necessities like an oil control stick, a red lipstick, and a perfume, or wrap them up with a pretty bow and you're good to go! Happy shopping!

Happy Skin Oil Control Volcanic Roller

Keep an oily face at bay on date night with Happy Skin's innovative oil control stick, to help get you out of shiny face (the bad kind) situations! It's handy, it's effective, and it's a definitely V-day essential.

Laneige Neo Cushion Matte

We couldn't stop raving about the Neo line of Laneige, and this Matte Cushion is no exception! Get that base perfected with just a few pats, and don't even worry about touch-ups as the formula stays on for hours! It doesn't hurt that it comes in such cute, sleek packaging too!

Benefit LoveTint Cheek & Lip Tint

What's a date night look without a touch of rosy lips and cheeks? One of our faves from Benefit, the LoveTint delivers great color pigment and longevity, so this is a must in our book! 

NARS Afterglow Lipshine

Glossy lips are still all the rage, and the trend seems to fit perfectly into Valentine's day looks. Add a bit of sexy oomph to your lip color with NARS' Afterglow Lipshine, delivering plumpness and glossy perfection. 

MAC Retro Matte Lipstick in Relentlessly Red

A love day classic like a red lip never goes out of style. Give the gift of a beautiful red lip with one of MAC's bestselling bullet lipsticks, the Relentlessly Red shade from the Retro Matte line. 

Chu Chu Beauty Multi-Use Heart Stick in Rose Bouquet

If you're keeping things simple, a multi-use stick such as this cute pick from local brand Chu Chu Beauty does the trick. It can be used for your lips, cheeks, and eyes, and can immediately bring out a natural glow from within!

Jo Malone Peony & Blush Suede Body Creme

Layer your chosen Jo Malone cologne with an equally enamoring body creme like the Peony & Blush Suede scent. It's great for days when you want to treat your skin to something luxurious and fragrant, and it's a gift pick that will truly satisfy too!

Tom Ford Rose Prick Eau de Parfum

Apart from the striking pink bottle, we're in love with its floral scent that mainly highlights the rose accord. Top notes are Sichuan Pepper and Turmeric, middle notes are May Rose, Bulgarian Rose and Turkish Rose, and base notes are Patchouli and Tonka Bean. You'll never go wrong with a Tom Ford gift.

Sunnies Face Girl Crush Set

This set saves you from wondering what to give your best girls. The Girl Crush shade from Sunnies Face is a crowd favorite, and is compatible to all skin tones. Get that covetable it girl look with Sunnies Face's Air Blush, Lip Treat, and iconic Fluffmatte lipstick, with a free tortoiseshell pocket mirror that's super chic.

Aveda Nutriplenish Deep Moisture Discovery Set

Your hair needs some TLC this V-day too, so we say do a deep moisture treatment with Aveda's no-fuss Nutriplenish line. This discovery set features three essential products to help get your hair repair journey started, to help get those tresses date-ready all day, everyday!