As you probably already know if you exist in this world, Valentine’s Day isn’t all love and heart-shaped candy. It can serve as a reminder of your perpetual singledom as you prepare to guzzle all the wine à la Galentine’s Day, or a rude awakening as to how many weeks ahead you actually need to make reservations to ensure you and your new squeeze have dinner booked for the night of. The day produces a lot of feelings — in a lot of different ways.But no matter where you stand on the subject, Valentine’s Day is still going to happen. As much as people (an estimated 95%, by our estimation) complain that it’s a bunch of commercialized Hallmark bullshit, there’s a soft spot in many of us who love the idea of love, no matter who we may be celebrating it with. And with that celebrating comes gift-giving, because what says “I love you" (or at least "I didn’t forget!") better than a thought-out present?Before you dial up 1-800-FLOWERS or run to CVS for a box of possibly stale chocolates, consider taking the beauty route. From new perfume launches to Hollywood-approved eyeshadow palettes, these are the gifts that will surely wow them — so whether you’re looking to cheer up your newly single roommate or knock the socks off your S.O., we’ve rounded up the best beauty gifts that will win the heart of anyone that matters, ahead.At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. If you buy something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.This scented candle, blended to perfection by master perfumer Alberto Morillas, will be sure to leave them just as speechless as it left us: If the notes of musk, violet leaves, iris petals, and vanilla don’t do it, and the gorgeous antique apothecary-style porcelain jar doesn’t, either, then the price tag definitely will. Not saying that money buys happiness, but like Ariana Grande made clear in "7 Rings," happiness is the same price as red bottoms a Gucci candle.Gucci The Alchemist’s Garden – The Virgin Violet Candle, $475, available at Saks Fifth AvenueForget letting them stow their toothbrush next to your soap dish — there’s a better way to let someone know they’re welcome for endless sleepovers. Their very own silk pillowcase doesn’t just show that you want them to stay the night, but that you care about the quality of sleep they’re getting. What’s sweeter than that?Slip Silk Pillowcase – Standard/Queen, $85, available at SephoraIf they love a good play on words but love good skin care even more, you’re sure to hit the spot with this creamy passionfruit-infused night cream, which pairs a nourishing blend of oils with gently exfoliating acids to smooth and brighten skin as they sleep.GlamGlow Good in Bed Passionfruit Softening Night Cream, $54, available at SephoraNobody wants to surface post-makeout with a face covered in lipstick. Keep your lips locked and worry-free with this three-piece lip treatment set, which includes one clear balm and two different pink tints to deliver 24-hour moisture so that the lovefest can go on uninterrupted.Fresh Lips Don’t Lie Set, $25, available at NordstromFor the sweetheart that just really, really loves makeup, there’s nothing wrong with gifting them an eyeshadow palette — especially when it’s one of the most in-demand options from one of Hollywood’s favorite makeup artists. They’ll have you to thank for all the killer eye looks they create throughout the year.Pat McGrath Mothership V Eyeshadow Palette – Bronze Seduction, $125, available at SephoraSpeaking of eyeshadow, spice up V-Day with this palette vault guaranteed to outshine — and outlast — any bouquet of flowers. You’ll easily fan the flames with four coveted Urban Decay Naked palettes that will have the lucky recipient covered on eye looks well until next year.Urban Decay Naked 4Some Vault, $160, available at Urban DecayIf you have that roommate that can’t seem to keep their hands off your side of the bathroom cabinet, now’s the perfect time to show them how much you love them while also kindly sending the message to "stop touching." With this curated set of skin-care favorites, you’ll be gifting good skin and insider know-all, including cleansing oils and eye cream all selected by Sephora’s pros.Sephora Favorites Pro Artists Picks, $30, available at SephoraGift them a personal day that allows them to stay home and steer clear of the crowds at overpriced public spas ( gross). They’ll be able to get the whole experience with this sensorial kit, which sets the tone with a coconut bath soak and rose body polish, then gets hands on with the included body oil.Herbivore Botanicals SELF LOVE Bath + Body Ritual Kit, $36, available at Herbivore BotanicalsThe Italian house’s newest fragrance — with a very Valentine’s Day-appropriate name — has an unexpected blend of violet and coffee that’s warm, lively, and thoroughly hypnotizing, the kind of scent that will remind them of how it felt to fall in love.Dolce & Gabbana The Only One Eau de Parfum (30ML), $76, available at Macys.com in February 2019.What’s better than a bed of roses? A collection of wearable, high-gloss nail polishes inspired by it. If you haven’t heard, baby pink and neutral taupe nail-polish colors will be huge in 2019.Deborah Lippmann Bed of Roses Set, $36, available at NordstromLike what you see? How about some more R29 goodness, right here?Proactiv Defends Kendall Jenner After Backlash: "She Tried Everything"Toss The Pigskin! Dr. Pimple Popper Is Getting A TLC Super Bowl SpecialShould Your Skin-Care Routine Change With Your Period?
Thatiana Diaz
Source: Refinery29