Celeb Makeup Artist Shares 3 Easy Makeup Looks for Valentine's Day

From warm, toasty nude hues to sexy reds, makeup artist Stafford Braganza shares how to create some romantic beauty looks for Valentine's Day.

10 February, 2021

Celeb Makeup Artist Shares 3 Easy Makeup Looks for Valentine's Day

From warm, toasty nude hues to sexy reds, makeup artist Stafford Braganza shares how to create some romantic beauty looks for Valentine's Day.

"Regardless of how you are planning to spend your Valentine’s day, there is no denying that dressing up for this special day is one of the fun ways to celebrate love. To help get you in the mood, we have pulled together chic beauty looks for the day that you have planned with your loved one. From pinks to deep red lips, from the nude shades to bare glam, these looks will ensure you leave a lasting impression wherever you go," says Stafford Braganza, national makeup artist and technical trainer, L'Oréal Paris, India.

1Expert"Regardless of how you are planning to spend your Valentine’s day, there is no denying that dressing up for this special day is one of the fun ways to celebrate love. To help get you in the mood, we have pulled together chic beauty looks for the day that you have planned with your loved one. From pinks to deep red lips, from the nude shades to bare glam, these looks will ensure you leave a lasting impression wherever you go," says Stafford Braganza, national makeup artist and technical trainer, L'Oréal Paris, India.

Stafford recommends prepping your skin for a flawless finish for this look. So, invest in a hydrating essence and a Hyaluronic Acid serum for more moisturised and plump skin. "To maintain a very natural look, you can skip the foundation and use a highly pigmented concealer, I swear by the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Full Wear Concealer, as it helps cover dark circles and any uneven skin tone. Once the base is done, add a subtle tone of brown eye shadow and if you are looking for the longest and deepest black lashes then sweep the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara waterproof mascara from root to tip to build volume. Lastly, add a dab of nude lip tint, the L’Oréal Paris Rouge Signature Liquid Lipstick 149 I Enchant; and you are all set for the night," he says.

2NeutralStafford recommends prepping your skin for a flawless finish for this look. So, invest in a hydrating essence and a Hyaluronic Acid serum for more moisturised and plump skin. "To maintain a very natural look, you can skip the foundation and use a highly pigmented concealer, I swear by the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Full Wear Concealer, as it helps cover dark circles and any uneven skin tone. Once the base is done, add a subtle tone of brown eye shadow and if you are looking for the longest and deepest black lashes then sweep the L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara waterproof mascara from root to tip to build volume. Lastly, add a dab of nude lip tint, the L’Oréal Paris Rouge Signature Liquid Lipstick 149 I Enchant; and you are all set for the night," he says.

L’Oréal Paris Infallible Concealer, Rs 999

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L’Oréal Paris Rouge Signature Liquid Lipstick 149 I Enchant, Rs 699

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"I would recommend doing your base makeup well. It is important to prime to prepare your face, the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Lasting Primer is your go-to product as it smoothens your skin to perfect your complexion and primes your face for easier makeup application. Add concealer under the eyes and wear a foundation that suits your skin tone, I swear by the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Matte Cover Foundation for a super-natural finish. Once your base is perfectly done, the next step is amplifying those key features you have. This is my favourite part - go a little extra with the blush on your cheeks and while highlighting those cheekbones, sharpen those brows, glitter the eyes and add a soft tone lip colour to finish off."

5Bare Glitter Glam"I would recommend doing your base makeup well. It is important to prime to prepare your face, the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Lasting Primer is your go-to product as it smoothens your skin to perfect your complexion and primes your face for easier makeup application. Add concealer under the eyes and wear a foundation that suits your skin tone, I swear by the L’Oréal Paris Infallible Matte Cover Foundation for a super-natural finish. Once your base is perfectly done, the next step is amplifying those key features you have. This is my favourite part - go a little extra with the blush on your cheeks and while highlighting those cheekbones, sharpen those brows, glitter the eyes and add a soft tone lip colour to finish off."

L'Oreal Paris Infallible 24HR Matte Cover Foundation, Rs 750

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A classic red is always a safe bet because it works well. Start off by concealing your blemishes and then, foundation. "Then, swipe black liquid eyeliner on your lash line, the L’Oréal Paris Gel Intenza Eyeliner will always be my personal favourite as it glides on easily and adds definition to your eyes. Go for a light highlighter, applying it on the highs of your cheekbones. Define your brows with the L’Oréal Paris Brow Artist Genius kit and finish it with a bright lip colour. I recommend the L’Oréal Paris Rouge Signature Matte Liquid Lipstick in the shade I Choose for the perfect pop of colour."

7The ClassicA classic red is always a safe bet because it works well. Start off by concealing your blemishes and then, foundation. "Then, swipe black liquid eyeliner on your lash line, the L’Oréal Paris Gel Intenza Eyeliner will always be my personal favourite as it glides on easily and adds definition to your eyes. Go for a light highlighter, applying it on the highs of your cheekbones. Define your brows with the L’Oréal Paris Brow Artist Genius kit and finish it with a bright lip colour. I recommend the L’Oréal Paris Rouge Signature Matte Liquid Lipstick in the shade I Choose for the perfect pop of colour."