For Valentine’s Day 2024, we’re breaking all the rules - and gifting is no exception. We think it's the feelings that count, that's why we've curated gifts to help you feel *extra* special. From confidence-inducing cleansers to expressive eyeshadows, unbox a beautiful feeling that lasts far longer than the product does. With over 76.5M views for Valentine's Day gifts on TikTok, it can be difficult to know where to start. But no stress - we've done the hard work for you. In our Valentine’s Day gift guide, you’ll find all you need to spread the love (just don't forget to send yourself some, too).
Best Valentine gift for boyfriends: ELEMIS The Grooming Collection, £65
Best Valentine's gift for him: ELEMIS Men Pro-Collagen Marine Cream, £62.75
Best Valentine's gift for her: Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain Matte Liquid Lipstick, £12.99
Best Valentine gift for girlfriends: Tarte Tartelette Juicy Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow Palette, £42
Best for your Valentine's getaway: MOLTON BROWN Discovery Body Care Gift Set, £21
By Sephora UK Editorial Team
Writers and experts
Updated: 29 January 2024
The Grooming Collection
The perfect Valentine’s Day gifts for him are few and far to come by, but this one from ELEMIS delivers in spades. Featuring five travel-friendly essentials of the brand’s limited-edition favourites, it’s *the* gift for the man (or woman) in your life who loves staying fresh and well-groomed, wherever they are.
Tried and tested:
“Great travel addition. Great package and lovely travel bag. Perfect for business trips.” - Customer Review
Men Pro-Collagen Marine Cream
Gifting, but make it light and effortless. Infused with unique Mediterranean Algae, Padina Pavonica, Ginkgo Biloba, and Abyssine, it’s easy to see why this moisturiser acts quickly to hydrate and soothe all skin types. Formulated for men, it's ideal to use for anyone who's searching for post-shave comfort. If you’re feeling really generous this Valentine’s Day, pair up with a shaving serum or gel.
Tried and tested:
“Obsessed. My husband is obsessed with this moisturiser. He loved the texture and the aroma. Light enough not to be greasy but heavy enough to feel the moisture.” - Customer Review
Clinique for Men Daily Intense Hydrator Set
A gift you might just end up stealing back for yourself, this Clinique for Men Set includes skincare favourites anyone would be thankful for. Ideal for men with extra dry skin, the Face Wash soothes skin and cleanses gently, while the Cream Shave provides a rich buffer against razor drag and nicks. Clinique's secret weapon? Apply their Maximum Hydrator to damp skin before shaving and face soap. Massage and rinse to reveal replenished skin that lasts for 24 hours. Not to mention you can gift Clinique's Normal Skin Gift Set or Oily Skin Gift Set for specific skin types, textures and concerns.
Tried and tested:
“The perfect start. If you want to try some of the best of the best, this is the best way you can start. The shave cream is absolutely amazing. Also a little gift for someone you love.” - Customer Review
The CSA Kit Retinol Edition for Men
Rejoice! Visible skin brightening has never been easier. Designed for those new to the CSA strategy (Vitamin C followed by Sunscreen by day, Vitamin A by night), this kit hydrates and nourishes skin, while minimising the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Discover bestsellers inside including the daily Surface Radiance Cleanse, C-Tetra, Advanced Day Total Protect, and Intelligent Retinol 3TR. Your radiant complexion is around the corner.
Tried and tested:
“The best kit for everything! This is an amazing kit which lets you see the benefits of every step of skincare. The Retinol is the perfect strength, and your skin feels soft and glowy.” - Customer Review
Cream Lip Stain Matte Liquid Lipstick
Since it landed, this Sephora Collection lip stain has been making waves for all the right reasons. And since February is a time to reclaim our confidence, there’s no better shade than red (or pink, or velvet nude…) to do it with. For the believer in the bold, you’ll find yourself giving this gift over and over again, it might just be one you end up choosing for yourself.
Tried and tested:
“This is honestly by far the best lipstick I have ever had, it’s transfer proof - I just drank hot coffee it didn’t come off, this is the best thing in the world please don’t stop making it, it’s the best!” - Aisha, Customer Review
Tartelette Juicy Amazonian Clay Eyeshadow Palette
If romance was a palette, this would be it. A Valentine’s gift they’re sure to swoon over, discover sparkling shimmers, soft glam shades, suede-like mattes and pearlescent hues that call classic ages of glamour to mind. Whether you’re planning a night in or out, gift before then to add an extra touch of magic.
Tried and tested:
“The pictures don't do this palette justice. The eyeshadows are beautiful and last all day. High-quality and beautifully pigmented.” - Melanie, Customer Review
Cheek Clapper 3D Blush Trio Palette
The sellout blush we can’t get enough of - and she can’t either. Vibrant in nature, it’s *the* secret to a romantic flush whenever we need it. The best part? There’s a shade for every moment, every skin tone and every mood. We're already excited for next year's gift. Top tip: dab onto your eyelids for an ultra-wearable, seamless look.
Tried and tested:
“This is genuinely the BEST blush I’ve ever tried! So vibrant and the colours go together so well. Layering the blushes just gives the most gorgeous colour and it compliments my one size bronzer so nicely. I really do love this product, it’s a total game-changer.” - Summer C, Customer Review
Pure Silk Pillowcase Queen Size White
This year, we’re all about putting ourselves first - and comfort is the way to do it. Gift them the same self-care experience with one of these Slip pure silk pillowcases. Proven to keep hair silky soft, reduce breakouts and keep us feeling cool at night, we’re surprised all Valentine’s gift ideas don’t include this on the list.
Tried and tested:
“Queen size fits over pillow (with a case on) with plenty of room to smooth and cuddle. A cool, but not cold, delight to sleep on, and I wake up with silky hair and no skin creases in the morning. My nights have been easy, and you don't know how good it is until you wake up feeling comfortable and refreshed.” - Linda, Customer Review
Brazilian Bum Bum Cream
There are gifts we enjoy as rituals, and those we turn to for indulgence. Rich, buttery, and fast absorbing, this cult body cream really is love in a tub. Filled with a Brazilian blend of skin-loving ingredients that intensely moisturise, the Coconut-vanilla scent lifts us every time we inhale. If you’re giving the gift of luxury, this is all you need to make their day.
Tried and tested:
“I cannot stress enough how much I love this body lotion. Apart from how lovely it is on your skin, the smell is absolutely delicious - almost good enough to eat! In fact, I adore the whole range of products from Sol de Janeiro, but this one is my guilty pleasure. It makes your skin so soft, and the scent lasts all day and night - get ready for the compliments.” - Sarah, Customer Review
Real Luxury™ Scented Candle (1 Wick)
There’s no better time for luxury than Valentine’s Day - especially if they’re celebrating. Whether celebrating themselves or celebrating you, this de-stressing candle has 24 essential oils rolled into one candle to help you do just that. Simply light up in the bath for a truly sensory experience. They’re welcome.
Tried and tested:
“Without doubt, the best candles you can buy for your money. They smell like a spa and burn so perfectly. No wastage!” - Karen, Customer Review
Skin Enhance Luminous Tinted Serum
Nothing makes us feel more ourselves than embracing our unique beauty, which is exactly what this tinted serum does. Packed with Peptides to plump, Squalane to hydrate and Pigment Spheres to deliver glow, it’s the skincare-makeup hybrid we reach for every single day.
Tried and tested:
“This product is exactly what I have been looking for. It offers great coverage, helps even my skin tone, and keeps my skin moisturised and glowing all day!” - Jaime B, Customer Review
Le Rouge Deep Lipstick N°37 Rouge Graine
Designed to take the top spot in your capsule collection, this deep pink lipstick is a romantic twist on a classic red. Just as versatile, vibrant, and silky as Givenchy’s usual repertoire, expect 12-hour payoff and 24-hour hydration in one beautiful tube. We want.
Tried and tested:
“I absolutely adore this lipstick, it is now My Lipstick, it's the perfect colour (shade 37, rouge grainé), good wear time, matte but not flat, not drying, no feathering, just lovely! I keep a tube of this on me at all times, it's heaven to me.” - Annabelle, Customer Review
Discovery Body Care Gift Set
Look forward to your next trip with Molton Brown’s Discovery Body Care Collection. Spotlighting the brand’s award-winning body washes, fragrances include relaxing Ylang-Ylang, fiery Pink Pepper and heavenly Gingerlily. There’s no better way to spoil the one you love than with this restorative bath and shower gel gift set.
Tried and tested:
“Love these little bottles. Take them away with me or just pop one in my handbag to use when I wash my hands at work. Love trying all the different fragrances.” - Customer Review
Santal & Vetiver Body Wash
Find lifelong love in this luxurious body wash. Refreshing and soothing, Salt & Stone provides the perfect gel body cleanser to restore skin with multi-benefits. Featuring a host of ocean botanicals, antioxidants, and natural hydrating ingredients. Soften skin while cleansing in the shower or bath to reverse the drying effects of outdoor activities, whatever the weather.
Tried and tested:
“Best buy of my life! If you love Le Labo's Santal 33 perfume and can't justify buying the body wash, this is the perfect substitute. Smells exactly the same and lasts throughout the day. Love.” - Customer Review
Color Shifter Strange Botanicals
Explore a new dimension with Sephora Collection Color Shifters. Now enhanced with new multichromatic toppers, these transform matte shades to dazzling multichrome. Containing five eyeshadows including one topper, these mini palettes offer endless combinations with matte, shimmer, glitter, and duochrome finishes. Inspired by a psychedelic garden, the silky formulas of Strange Botanicals can be used alone or infinitely layered. The best part? You can look good and feel even better by keeping the removable mirror and recycling the cardboard packaging.
Tried and tested:
“This eyeshadow palette is absolutely beautiful. It has gorgeous colours and they have glitter in them that makes your eyes really sparkle. All the colours have great pigmentation and they last a really long time without having to top up. This is by far the best eyeshadow palette I have ever tried.” - Rachel, Customer Review
Maracuja Juicy Lip Plumper
Let your lips speak volumes with every swipe of Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plumper. An all-in-one plumping gloss, colour, and treatment. It's the perfect product to provide kissable comfort this Valentines. With Hyaluronic Acid and over 10 super fruits, its creamy formula is tingle-free, never sticky or dry. Click, apply and layer for your juiciest lips yet.
Tried and tested:
“YES LADIES, you need her. SHE IS GORG. I'm obsessed with this lip product. I had the Mixed Berry previously, and decided I needed another shade. The shimmers ladies!!” - Customer Review
Cloud Paint Gel Cream Blush
There's no such thing as blushing too much on Valentine's Day. Sheer and easy-to-use, this Cloud Paint Gel Cream Blush gives cheeks a natural finish that's seamless and streak-free. Containing soluble Collagen and blurring powder pigments, it helps your natural beauty shine. Dab a dot of blush onto your fingertips, apply directly to the apples of your cheeks, and then blend up and out. Our top tip? Mix multiple shades together to create a custom cheek shade that's exclusively yours.
Tried and tested:
“A must-have in my makeup routine. This product is my favourite blush and I will never use a different brand. I got this blush in June and didn't need a new one till January. The shades of this blush are so cute.” - Customer Review
Soft Pop Plumping Blush Veil
Hydrated, plump skin is always in. And thanks to Makeup by Mario, it's always on hand. Made with Hyaluronic Acid and pearly pigments, this Soft Pop Blush enhances cheeks with a luminous finish. It's our go-to for a no-makeup makeup look. From Barely Blushing and Pinch Me Pink to Rose Crush and Berry Punch, this lightweight cream provides *the* prettiest flush for all skin tones.
Tried and tested:
“BEST natural cream blush. This blush is so good! I don't even have to use highlighter because it's so dewy, and the shade is so good for pale skin like mine. I would definitely recommend this.” - Customer Review
Soft Matte & Easy Smooth Matte Lip Color
Forget you're wearing lipstick, without going unnoticed. Our Sephora Collection Matte Liquid Lipstick is soft, easy, and flattering for all. Ultra light with a water-based formula, your lips will feel fresh and extremely comfortable all day long. Smooth the product on for medium, buildable coverage. We'll be using this for galentines and date nights alike.
Tried and tested:
“This might be the best lip product in the Sephora Collection and the formula is so unique. The colours are wearable, the formula is so comfortable and smells great and it doesn't give you the dry, crusty liquid lipstick effect that we all had in 2016. It's almost a gel stain/lipstick combo that dries down matte and feels like you have nothing on. It's a really weightless and thin formula but goes on really smooth and even, and I love it. The shade Nevermind is a wonderful everyday pink and What's the Matter is a fun, wearable pop of colour on my complexion. Love these, please never get rid of them.” - Customer Review