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Home • Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day Gifts You Must Give Yourself

While most of our attention is spent showing love to others, take some time out for yourself this Valentine's day.
By Deena Campbell · Updated October 27, 2020
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Make Up Forever Desire Me Cheek Set

Inspired by the movie Fifty Shades of Grey, this blush trio set is the perfect pick me up for any occasion. Plus, there’s an Artisan Powder Brush for easy application and a cute keepsake bag. 

$49, available at sephora.com.

Valentine's Day Gifts You Must Give Yourself
02
Ralph Lauren Romance Fragrance and Chocolates

What’s better than tasty chocolate AND a fragrance? For a limited time, receive a complimentary gift when you purchase a 3.4oz or larger bottle of either fragrance: a box of assorted Belgian chocolates from Dylan’s Candy Bar or a dozen beautiful roses. Candy available at all stores; flowers available at select retail locations.

$88-$98 (Romance) or $96-$105 (Midnight Romance), available at macys.com.

Valentine's Day Gifts You Must Give Yourself
03
Dr. Brandt Needles No More

Say ‘goodbye’ to wrinkles forever! This instant wrinkle relaxing cream blocks transmission of signals for muscle contraction that helps relax facial expression. After 60 minutes, 96% of users reported their skin looked smoother.

$89, available at sephora.

Valentine's Day Gifts You Must Give Yourself
04
Jo Malone Red Roses Scented Home Candle

Tired from work? Light a candle. Ready to unwind by the TV? Light a candle. Lighting Jo Malone’s Red Roses Home Candle is a great way to wind down after a frantic week. The subtle scent evokes a bouquet of fresh-cut flowers that’s perfect for ultimate relaxation.

$65, available at nordstrom.com.

Valentine's Day Gifts You Must Give Yourself
05
Fan di Fendi Blossom

Luxuriate in sweet smells of Japanese Nashi Pear, raspberries, vanilla essence and powder.

$71, available at lordandtaylor.com.

Valentine's Day Gifts You Must Give Yourself
06
The Dollup Case by­­­ Nikki Hynek

Have easy access to all your makeup while out and about celebrating love with this structured organizer.

$45, available at dollupbeauty.com.

Valentine's Day Gifts You Must Give Yourself
07
Bath & Body Works Spring Poppies & Picnics Hand soap

The skin-renewing microspheres in this sweet-smelling hand soap gives your hands a mini manicure with each wash.

$6.50, available at bathandbodyworks.com.

Valentine's Day Gifts You Must Give Yourself
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08
Clarisonic Mia 2 Pink Polka Dot Sonic Skin Cleansing System

In need of an emergency skincare fix? Clarisonic instantly reduces dry skin patches, oily areas and blemishes leaving skin feeling smoother.

$149, available at Nordstrom.

Valentine's Day Gifts You Must Give Yourself