Hi, friends!

My favorite holiday is here! Valentine’s Day has always been a source of excitement for me, whether single or boo’d up. I love the idea of baking cookies, wearing red, and treating myself to something nice. Honestly, I enjoy the holiday so much more when I’m single. No pressure and no expectations!

Roses are red, and so are my lips!

I had fun creating this rose-inspired makeup look using cruelty-free and “clean” makeup brands. I kept with a red and pink color story and skipped my usual winged eyeliner for a more natural look.

I’ve had my eye on the shades “Supreme” and “Wiggalese” in the ABH x Jackie Aina eyeshadow palette for months now, but I wanted to wait for a special occasion to take them for a spin. Today’s the day!

*The links in this post are not affiliate links. Calm down.

Eyebrows
Silk Naturals Brow Cream, “Deep Brown”

Eyeshadow
Anastasia Beverly Hills Jackie Aina Palette
Under Brow — Soleil
Lid — Supreme
Inner Corner — Zamn
Outer Corner —Credit
Crease — Wiggalese

Mascara
MILK MAKEUP KUSH High Volume Mascara

Blush
Glossier Cloud Paint Seamless Cheek Color, “Haze”

Lipstick
LipBar Liquid Matte, “Rebel”

Contour + Highlight
e.l.f. Contour Palette, “Dark/Deep”

Skin Prep
FOREO LUNA 3 Sensitive + Micro-Foam Cleanser
Heritage Store Rosewater Facial Toner

Manicure

PACIFICA 7 Free Nail Polish, “Cinnamon Girl” (Blog Post)

Did you hear about the rose that grew
from a crack in the concrete?
Proving nature’s law is wrong it
learned to walk with out having feet.
Funny it seems, but by keeping its dreams,
it learned to breathe fresh air.
Long live the rose that grew from concrete
when no one else ever cared.

Tupac Shakur

I hope you liked the look! Are you doing anything special for Valentine’s Day? Enjoy your galentines and special persons, and treat yo’self today!

Until soon. 

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