Stressing about a big date for Valentine’s Day? Don’t worry, here’s my last minute routine for relaxing and getting that perfect makeup look! Or, any of these gems could make amazing Valentine’s gifts for her.

When it comes to date night beauty, it has to be super pretty for me. This means glowing skin, a subtle smoky eye, a nude lip and tonnes of highlighter. So, how do I get ready for a big date night? First of all, it’s a relaxing bath where I’ll light a lovely smelling candle such as the Katie Loxton ‘Love’ Fig & Apple Blossom and maybe watch an episode of Grey’s Anatomy or some Lisa Eldridge makeup tutorials. I’ll use a body scrub such as the Molton Brown Heavenly Gingerlily Body Polisher to get rid of any stubborn dry skin on knees or elbows. Moisturiser and a dab of Lancome Flash Bronzing Gel is next, especially if I’m wearing a dress or a skirt. I usually combine my self-tanner with a moisturiser for more of a glow than a full on tan, it’s a bit prettier and a lot more subtle.

Next, makeup. This is my dream date makeup line-up right here. Kicking off with the new Laura Mercier Candleglow Soft Luminous Foundation, this little bottle of magic is ultra-lightweight, hydrating and luminous.

“I’ve always been fascinated with the way candlelight casts a spell on a woman’s face creating a warm ambiance and glow.” Laura Mercier

After foundation, you need a highlighter that’s also going to set some of your foundation in place. The Hourglass Ambient® Light Strobe Powder in Incandescent is an ultra-fine powder which gives off a ‘naturally luminescent highlight to the skin without a heavy metallic finish’. Sounds perfect to me – this is essentially a real life Instagram filter for your skin. Exactly what you want on a date where you want to wow.

Get the rest of your look nailed with this gorgeous Charlotte Tilbury The Ingenue Set, packed with blush, eyeliner, mascara and everything you need for the perfect nude lip.