Cupid Inspired Beauty Buys For Valentines Day

30th OF January 2012

By Kimberly Nissen, The Beauty Bandit

With Valentines Day fast approaching we are kicking into gear. Partake in the month of love with these V-day inspired beauty buys.

KissKiss Precious Colors by Guerlain

The glamorous lipsticks come in 35 shades of silky soft lip colour. The high shine finish leaves lips looking radiant, and the delicate scent of vanilla, violet and red fruit is a delicious treat.

RRP $50 from selected David Jones and Myer stores.

Red Roses Bath Oil by Jo Malone

Replace the traditional gift of a bunch of red roses with this indulgent bath oil. The scent unfolds like freshly cut flowers, revealing a heart of crushed violet leaves and a hint of refreshing spearmint and lemon.

RRP $100 from Jo Malone boutiques and David Jones city stores.

Orgasm Blush by NARS

This peachy-pink blush with golden shimmer leaves your cheeks looking naturally flushed. The blush has been so popular that the Orgasm colour range has extended to include lipgloss and illuminator.

RRP $49 from Mecca Cosmetica.

L’Agent by Agent Provocateur

There would be no romance without a sensual scent, and no one knows sensual like British lingerie house, Agent Provocateur. Their third fragrance release, L’Agent, channels a modern femme fatal. A fragrance for the strong, charismatic, highly desirable woman with a mix of oriental, floral and woody notes.

RRP $128 from David Jones.

I Heart Nails Collection by ORLY

I Heart Nails Collection by ORLY Embrace a romantic shade every day in February with this limited edition, Valentines nail polish collection. The range consists of four loved-up shades, Passionfruit (hot neon pink), Butterflies (deep lolly pink crème), Forever Crimson (dark crimson with subtle shimmer) and Cotton Candy (pastel pink). Pictured: Butterflies

RRP $18.95 each from pharmacies, salons and spas.

Expert Advice

Celebrity Manicurist and ORLY Australia’s Ambassador, Fiona Hay, tells us why nails are an important feature for any valentines look. “Everyone wants to look and feel great on Valentine’s Day and choosing the right nail colour will help enhance the look you’re going for. Because love is in the air, red and pink colours are the perfect choice.”