Often dubbed the month of love, February is the perfect time to prioritise yourself and dedicate some time to nurture and appreciate your mind, body, and skin.
Depending on your plans for the evening, relax and enjoy leave-on treatments or prep your skin for date/party night. Whatever your end goal, enjoy the process of self-care.
February is about more than Valentine’s Day – it’s the perfect excuse to celebrate love in all its forms, for friends and loved ones but also for the person most often forgotten in the busy pace of life – yourself.
We’ve put together 14 treats to enjoy where the focus should be on no one but you.
Kate Somerville HydraKate Recharging Water Cream, $129
Instantly refresh and hydrate your skin with this breakthrough hydration cream that truly is addictively pleasurable. Feel your skin drink in the lightweight moisture-quenching formula for an instant brightening and hydrating hit. The best news – you can use it morning and night.
Jeunerora DoeEyes Serum and Eye Mask Set, $99
Get cool, calm, and corrected with the silky-smooth DoeEyes serum from Jeuneora. A multi-tasker designed to help brighten, smooth, hydrate, and de-puff the eye area, simply apply with the cooling ceramic applicator. For next-level absorption, apply Jeuneora reusable eye masks to help lock in the product. Pro tip: Store your eye masks in the fridge for added chill factor.
Vyrao Rose Marie Large Candle, $369
If you’re going to overindulge in a candle, make it this one. Crafted for absolute self-love, with rose for love and enlightenment, violet leaf for self-expression, patchouli for grounding and guaiac wood for energy clearing. It’s not only breathtakingly stylish but also imparts a warm rosy scent that infuses your senses with warmth.
Abyssian Anti Pollution Club Protein Shake Hair Mask, $59.95
Take your stance against pollution with this epic Protein Shake Hair Mask from Abyssian. Packed with plant protein extracts and anti-pollution active ingredients, it’s designed to protect and supplement your hair’s natural strength and defences. The perfect pamper treatment for a quiet night in.
Flamingo Estate Euphoria Body Scrub, $102
There’s nothing quite like feeling revitalised and uplifted with a nourishing body scrub. This Flamingo Estate offering is aptly named – Euphoria soots, brightens, and exfoliates skin with ingredients such as hand-harvested sea salt, pink peppercorn, and damask rose. It’s also the perfect excuse for a little self-care time and mindfulness. Apply to skin using gentle circular motions, paying special attention to any areas needing a little TLC and nourishment.
Ardell Magnetic Megahold lashes, $18.99
Lash up for a romantic night out (or cosy night in) with these free-spirited magnetic megahold lashes. Enjoy the ease of applying, thanks to the new magnetic invisiband to pair with gorgeous soft lashes (from faux mink to wispies) with a pre-curved band for extra comfort. Simply apply the adhesive liner, apply the magnetic lash, and voila! Let the eye-fluttering flirting begin.
Not all reds are created equal, but this Dragon Girl offering from NARS packs a seductive punch in a high-intensity matte formula. Offering 10-hour wear, you can dance the night (and day) away with bold lip-saturating colour.
Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil, $131
Sleek luscious tresses are yours for the taking, with this honey-infused hair oil. Use pre-styling or as a finishing touch to tame frizz and flyaways. Enriched with Mirsalehi Honey, this multipurpose hair oil can also operate as a hair mask or overnight treatment.
Sugar Baby Sun-Believable Golden Glow, $32.99
Let’s be honest, summer hasn’t been kind this year. This fast-drying tw0-hour tanning mousse could forever change the way you view tanning. It’s truly lightweight and non-sticky, plus leaves skin feeling ultra-hydrated with a wonderfully rapid summer glow. It’s the perfect choice for an unexpected date night.
Skinsmiths Prep and Correct heroes, $84 and $119
Make this power duo part of your 2023 skincare ritual. The Skinsmiths Resurfacing AHA/BHA Peel is the perfect prep for helping resurface and clarify skin, ready for the triple-action Ultimate Renewal Serum to help firm and plump. Inspired by in-clinic treatments, these heavy hitters can help make an immediate difference (and both feature the protective antioxidant power of SauvigNZ.
Clinique Pop Plush Creamy Lip Gloss in Black Honey
This distinctive Black Honey shade is universally flattering (it went viral on Tiktok after its release) and suitable for every occasion. Delivering an instant juicy pop of colour, it coats lips with plush shine while delivering soothing hydration (thanks to nourishing super-butters and hyaluronic acid to help lock in moisture).
Juara Candlenut Body Creme, $59
Utterly indulgent, this lusciously creamy infusion of moisture melts into the skin on contact, leaving a velvety feel. Packed with omega-rich candlenut, avocado, and carrot seed oils, it’s subtly scented from bergamot, blooming white jasmine, and freesia.
Teddy Lane Reusable Nails, from $19.99
Perfect for at-home nail prep for events, special occasions, and everyday nail perfection, these Teddy Lane creations can be applied in minutes. Offering dramatic and instant results, designs range from French Manicure to Jewelled and Chrome looks. Simply file and reshape for optimum fit and length and enjoy the rapid transformation.
Amanda Alexander Collections Wheat Bag, $29
Wear your heart on your sleeve – or neck, back, or anywhere else with aches and pains. These beautifully made heart wheat bags are filled with wheat fragranced with essential oils and encased in a linen/cotton fabric. The heart you’ll always want to keep close to you. Pro tip: Heat up and pop into your bed on cooler nights.
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