8 Valentine's Day Makeup Ideas To Try for Date Night

By Carly Cochrane - 3 months ago | Updated
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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which means one thing…

Date night.

Whether you’re out indulging in a candlelit dinner with your S.O, meeting a Tinder match for the first time or going full force for Galentine's, this so-called holiday is the perfect time to showcase your best makeup looks yet.

To get you in the mood (and so that you have plenty of time to practise), take a look at our top-rated Valentine’s Day makeup ideas.


1. Pretty in Pink

Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to dip into all of your pink-hued eyeshadow palettes and lipsticks. Sweet like a rose, this pretty pink look is perfect for the romantics.


GET THE LOOK:

Pat McGrath Labs Divine Rose Luxe Eyeshadow Quad

Pat McGrath Labs Divine Rose Luxe Eyeshadow Quad

£69.99
SOSU by SJ Bespeckle Faux Freckle Pen

SOSU by SJ Bespeckle Faux Freckle Pen

£8.81 £8.95 (2% off)
Burt's Bees Lipstick - Doused Rose #513

Burt's Bees Lipstick

£9.99


2. The Romantic Red Lip

A classic red lip is perfect for turning the heat up on your date. From Russian reds to ruby valentines and dark crimsons, this is one surefire way to make your lips the centre of attention.

Check out our favourite Victoria's Secret angel, Adriana Lima, as she showcases exactly how to wear red lipstick this Valentine's day.


GET THE LOOK:

Rimmel Lasting Finish 8hr Lip Liner - Red Dynamite

Rimmel Lasting Finish 8hr Lip Liner

£4.38
Yves Saint Laurent Zoe Kravitz Rouge Pur Couture Hot Trend Lipstick - 148 NYC Jungle

Yves Saint Laurent Zoe Kravitz Rouge Pur Couture Hot Trend Lipstick

£20.50 £29.99 (32% off)


3. Soft Glam

This cross between your everyday and full-on glam is the perfect option for a date night. Dazzling and effortless, it’s a makeup look that's perfect for a candlelit dinner.


GET THE LOOK:

Milani Conceal & Perfect 2 In 1 Foundation & Concealer - Creamy Nude

Milani Conceal & Perfect 2 In 1 Foundation & Concealer

£15.00
Charlotte Tilbury Instant Eye Palette Pillow Talk

Charlotte Tilbury Instant Eye Palette Pillow Talk

£59.00 £60.00 (2% off)
Anastasia Beverly Hills Lip Gloss - Caramel

Anastasia Beverly Hills Lip Gloss

£15.60 £18.00 (14% off)


4. Full Glam

If there's any reason to get glam, it's Valentine's Day. A pop of colour on the lids, false lashes, a bold lip and snatched contour; we're bringing out all the stops.

Recreate the below full glam makeup look this Valentine's Day and you'll no doubt steal the limelight.


GET THE LOOK:

Too Faced Born This Way Foundation - Nude

Too Faced Born This Way Foundation

£28.00
Sweed Lashes Boo 3d

Sweed Lashes Boo 3d

£13.33 £19.00 (30% off)
Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Matte Lipstick - Beet It

Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Matte Lipstick

£14.99 £18.00 (17% off)


5. A Pop of Colour

Give your Valentine's look the extra edge with a pop of colour. We love how this date night makeup look plays around with pinks and reds to create an eye look that's a little more adventurous.


GET THE LOOK:

Sculpted by Aimee Connolly Sultry Stories Eyeshadow Palette

Sculpted by Aimee Connolly Sultry Stories Eyeshadow Palette

£34.47
SUVA Beauty Hydra FX - Cherry Bomb - Matte Red

SUVA Beauty Hydra FX

£8.42 £13.23 (37% off)
Maybelline Ultimatte Slim Lipstick - More Buff

Maybelline Ultimatte Slim Lipstick

£10.58


6. Glossy & Glowy

A warm glow touches the heart, right? If the natural look has become your go-to, then give the glowy skin and glossy lip and lid combo a go. We love this look as you can make it as subtle or as bold as you like!


GET THE LOOK:

Stila Semi-Gloss Lip & Eye Paint - Bellini

Stila Semi-Gloss Lip & Eye Paint

£21.00 £21.42 (2% off)
Perricone MD No Makeup Blush

Perricone MD No Makeup Blush

£30.00
Kevyn Aucoin Glass Glow Face Highlighter - Gold Flash

Kevyn Aucoin Glass Glow Face Highlighter

£28.27


7. Neon nights

Light up the evening with this neon makeup look. Not only will the bright pink eyeliner make you feel super romantic, but it's guaranteed that your crush get lost in your eyes.

L.A. Girl Shockwave Neon Liner - Pop

L.A. Girl Shockwave Neon Liner

£8.81
Scott Barnes Flossy Glossy Lip Gloss - Roller Girl

Scott Barnes Flossy Glossy Lip Gloss

£24.78

8. The Last Minute Look

Model (and our all-time girl crush) Emily Ratajkowski fills us in on her flawless five minute routine, in case you've been caught off-guard with a romantic date.


GET THE LOOK:

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation

£34.00
Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow

Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow

£49.00
Pat McGrath Labs LUST Lip Gloss - Blitz Gold

Pat McGrath Labs LUST Lip Gloss

£39.99

Now that we've prepped you with seven gorgeous makeup looks, it's time to strike out on your date with the confidence that you'll capture hearts.

If you're looking to gift your Valentine with something special this year, take a look at our selection of the Best Valentine's Day Men's Grooming Gifts for Him and the Best Valentine's Day Beauty Gifts for Her.

Carly Cochrane

Written by Carly Cochrane

As the Senior Content Editor for Cosmetify, Carly is the go-to for all the latest (and greatest) beauty tips, tricks and trends. With over six years of experience in the industry, she knows all the ins-and-outs when it comes to health, beauty and wellbeing. 

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