20 Best makeup looks to try this Valentine’s Day 2025

Try out the best makeup looks for Valentine
Try out the best makeup looks for Valentine's Day. (Image via Unsplash/ freestocks)

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it's normal for everyone to wonder which look to go for. If you're also looking for romantic looks that flatter your facial features, check out our 20 best suggestions that are sure to make you feel confident and beautiful. Disclaimer: This article contains the writer's opinion. Readers’ discretion is advised.

1) Glittery Glowy Eyes

Eye makeup for Valentine's Day (Image via Unsplash/ Linh Ha)
Eye makeup for Valentine's Day (Image via Unsplash/ Linh Ha)

Glittery, glowy eyes give a more innocent makeup look that looks ethereal. To achieve this look, use a glittery eyeshadow and apply it over your lids. Try to stick to neutral colors like gold or silver, which look glowy but not flashy. As for the lips, go with a soft, mauve pink that gives angelic vibes.

2) The Classic Red

Red lipstick look (Image via Unsplash/ Apostolos Vamvouras)
Red lipstick look (Image via Unsplash/ Apostolos Vamvouras)

One can't go wrong with classic red lips for Valentine's Day, as the red matches the whole love theme. You can go with minimal eyes or smokey eyes, depending on your preferences. As for the lipstick, go with bright red to complete the look. MAC Lipstick in the shade Ruby Woo is a great option that retails for $34 on Sephora.

3) The Aqua Eyes

Blue glittery makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Edward Howell)
Blue glittery makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Edward Howell)

If you're going for a dinner date and want to keep the makeup look minimal, go for this aqua-inspired glittery eye that is minimal yet chic. For this look, apply the base primer and then a light blue eyeshadow for the base. Then, apply your glittery blue shade and use a setting spray that will hold the makeup in place.

4) Golden and Pink Era

The shimmery eyes (Image via Unsplash/ Yash mevawala)
The shimmery eyes (Image via Unsplash/ Yash mevawala)

If you're new to makeup and want to experiment with eye makeup, this look is the easiest to go with. Go with a shimmery pink color and apply golden shimmer eyeshadow in the middle of the eyelids to complete the eye makeup. As for the face, go with a pink highlight that glams up the makeup and finish with nude lipstick. You can also use MAC strobe cream for a soft, glowy base that retails for $51 on Sephora.

5) Blush Up Everything

Blush makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Vince Mariel Conlu)
Blush makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Vince Mariel Conlu)

If you're a minimalist, go with this one-product makeup look. Take a liquid blush and apply it to your eyes, lips, and cheeks to get a soft pink, glowy look. Soft Pinch Liquid Blush by Rare Beauty and Charlotte Tilbury Matte Beauty Blush Wands are some of the great blushes that have a liquid texture and give a glowy look. The Rare Beauty one retails for $35, and the Charlotte Tilbury one retails for $57 on Sephora.

6) The Glowy Highlighter Look

The highlighter makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Yash mevawala)
The highlighter makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Yash mevawala)

The highlight look is perfect for faces with higher cheekbones. After applying the foundation and setting powder, apply a little blush and tons of highlighter to feature the high cheekbones. You can also apply the highlighter on your nose bridge, cupid's bow, and forehead. Positive Light Liquid Luminizer Highlight by Rare Beauty is a good option that retails for $37 on Sephora.

7) The HD Makeup

The HD Makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Amireza MirHosseini)
The HD Makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Amireza MirHosseini)

If you're a makeup lover, try out this heavy makeup to enhance your facial features. Instead of using a lightweight foundation, go with a full-coverage foundation along with concealer and setting spray to create a base. Top it with blush, highlight, bronzer, and contour to sculpt and highlight your best features. You can keep your eyes simple and have bold lips for a statement look. This look is great for photos.

8) Graphic Eyeliner

Graphic Eyeliner (Image via Unsplash/ Roxana Maria)
Graphic Eyeliner (Image via Unsplash/ Roxana Maria)

If eyes are your best feature, try experimenting with the graphic eye makeup look to enhance the look even further. First, use eyeliner to outline your upper lashline and create any straight or curvy line with it for a unique look. You can also use colored eyeshadow to make lines, which will make your eye makeup more attractive.

9) The Minimalistic Look

No Makeup Makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Kelly Sikkema)
No Makeup Makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Kelly Sikkema)

If you're more of a skincare lover, go with this glowy makeup look that doesn't require much effort. Use a good moisturizer to create a base, and apply a strobe cream to add glow to your skin. You can use Mini MAC Strobe Cream, which retails for $18 on Sephora. Use eyeliner on your eyes and finish the makeup look with shimmery lip gloss for a natural look.

10) The Dramatic Wings

Dramatic wings (Image via Unsplash/ freestocks)
Dramatic wings (Image via Unsplash/ freestocks)

Instead of going with regular wings with eyeliner, try out the smudgy wings look that makes your eyes look big. Take a black eyeshadow and make a simple wing. Slowly increase the length to add drama by smudging the eyeshadow. You can use an eyeshadow brush so it doesn't look sharp. Go with a nude lipstick to balance the look. This is perfect for night parties or evening dates.

11) The Valentine's Eye Shadow

Reddish pink eye shadow (Image via Unsplash/ Edward Howell)
Reddish pink eye shadow (Image via Unsplash/ Edward Howell)

Valentine's Day calls for reds and pinks. But you can mix both to get a more glamorous look. For this look, use a red eyeshadow as a base and top it with glitter pink for a bold look. Smudge it until it looks like one color. You can go with nude or pink lipstick, according to your preferences. Use the same pink shade on your cheeks to combine the look together.

12) The Lower Lash Liner

Eye Makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Alyona Grishina)
Eye Makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Alyona Grishina)

Instead of using the colored eyeliner on the upper lash line, apply it on the lower lash line for a unique makeup look. You can use any colored eyeliner. The HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA Optic Intensity Eco Waterproof Gel Eyeliner Pencil has a range of colors to choose from with a high-quality formula that blends smoothly. You can keep the lips neutral or can also go for bold lipstick to finish off the look.

13) Multicolor Eyeshadow

Multicolored eyeshadow (Image via Unsplash/ Chalo Garcia)
Multicolored eyeshadow (Image via Unsplash/ Chalo Garcia)

If using only one or two eyeshadows feels boring to you, go with the multicolored look to make the eye makeup more dramatic. The Morphe Shade Thrower Artistry Palette is a great limited edition palette that retails for $29 on Sephora. You can use blue, pink, purple, orange, green, and other colors to make your eye makeup stand out. Use a setting spray on top to keep the makeup in place for a long time.

14) The Glitter Freckles

The Glitter Freckles (Image via Unsplash/ Tide_trasher_x)
The Glitter Freckles (Image via Unsplash/ Tide_trasher_x)

If you're a fan of freckles, then try out this glitter freckle makeup that is perfect for Valentine's Day. After applying the makeup, use the loose glitter on your cheeks as freckles and spray makeup setting spray to protect the makeup from moving or smudging. You can also use the glitter on your eyes to make the look more dramatic.

15) Dual Color Eye Makeup

Dual Color Eyeshadow (Image via Unsplash/ Apostolos Vamvouras)
Dual Color Eyeshadow (Image via Unsplash/ Apostolos Vamvouras)

If you're wearing an outfit that consists of two colors, this makeup is perfect for you. Just take the two colors from your outfit and use the same eyeshadow color on both your eyes. Use a setting spray afterward to seal the makeup. You can also go with red and pink that match the Valentine's Day vibes.

16) The Mystery Eyes

Mystery eye look (Image via Unsplash/ Amir Seilsepour)
Mystery eye look (Image via Unsplash/ Amir Seilsepour)

This look needs highly pigmented eyeshadows that are bright and opaque. You can go with the Anastasia Beverly Hills Norvina® Pro Pigment Palette Vol. 2 for Face & Body, which retails for $81 and has 25 pigmented eyeshadows. Start by applying the dark color on the crease and then use the bright eyeshadow on the upper lashes and lower lashes. Complete the look with some mascara and nude lipstick.

17) Pearl Makeup Look

Pearl makeup (Image via Unsplash/ arupriya patel)
Pearl makeup (Image via Unsplash/ arupriya patel)

If you're wearing a white or nude color outfit, go with this pearl makeup that gives angelic vibes. You can buy the half-cut pearls from any craft store and use skin-safe glue to stick them around the inner and outer corners of the eyes. You can also stick it around your eyebrows if you have any specific design in mind. Pair it with a glowy base and nude lipstick.

18) The Grunge Makeup

The Grudge Makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Fabian Albert)
The Grudge Makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Fabian Albert)

This edgy look goes perfectly with boots and a black oversized coat. Use a black eyeshadow on the outer corner of the eyes and blend it out using a fluffy eyeshadow brush. Instead of using a blush, go with a simple highlighter and nude lipstick for a clean grunge look. SEPHORA COLLECTION Colorful Eyeshadow in the shade 607 Black Lace is a great option, which retails for $11 on Sephora.

19) The Golden Era Look

The golden makeup look (Image via Unsplash/ Jesús Boscán)
The golden makeup look (Image via Unsplash/ Jesús Boscán)

Use a golden highlighter on your eyes and on your cheekbones for a glowy, sunkissed look. You can use Benefit Cosmetics Cookie and Tickle Shimmer Finish Powder Highlighters, which retail for $47 on Sephora. It gives a dewy look that goes perfectly with afternoon parties and evening dinners. Pair it with red lipstick like MAC Ruby Woo to make a statement.

20) The Flirty Glam Look

The glam makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Sara Dabaghian)
The glam makeup (Image via Unsplash/ Sara Dabaghian)

If you want the model glam look for Valentine's Day, this look is perfect to go with. It has false lashes that add drama to your eyes. Pair it with white eyeliner on the waterline and nude lipstick so your eye makeup stands out. As for the base, focus on contouring and highlighting for a chiseled look.

Edited by Sarah Nazamuddin Harniswala
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