Beauty

THE SWEETEST THING

BY CHRISTINA KALLERY

While getting ready for your big date this Valentine’s Day, indulge in some sweet, scrumptious, oh-so-decadent beauty treats. Here are a few of our favorite product picks that will satisfy your sugar cravings—and make you feel like the beautiful woman that you are.

LAVANILA Pure Vanilla Eau de Parfum

Warm, sweet and irresistibly sensual, this fragrance blends essential oils, nurturing botanicals and antioxidants, so it’s actually good for your skin. And did you know the scent of vanilla is a proven aphrodisiac?

$56, www.sephora.com

Calgon Body Mist Sampler Set

This travel-worthy set contains samples of four different mouthwatering scents: Vanilla Swirl, Marshmallow, Orange Pop and Cotton Candy.

$9, available at drugstores

Jane Iredale Sugar & Butter Lip Duo

One end features an exfoliator to slough off dull, dry skin, while the other offers a tinted, peptide-infused plumper. It’s housed in a chic gold tube that slips into an evening clutch.

$24, www.janeiredaledirect.com

Korres Vanilla Cinnamon Body Milk

This delectably scented lightweight lotion leaves skin soft and smooth. It’s perfect for post-shower pampering.

$15, www.sephora.com

Davies Gate Sugar Plum Nourishing Hand Cream

With hints of ripe plum, peach and vanilla, this rich cream has natural softening agents like avocado, apricot kernel and carrot oil.

$18, www.daviesgate.com

Stila Cherry Crush Lip & Cheek Stain

We’re mad for this sheer stain that self-adjusts to leave lips and cheeks with the perfect glow. It contains vitamins A, C and E for a boost of antioxidant protection.

$24, www.sephora.com

Whish Papaya Coconut Shave Cream

Get silky smooth legs with this luscious, moisturizing shave cream that smells deceptively dessert-like.

$32, www.whishbody.com

LUSH Nudge, Nudge, Wink, Wink!

Nothing says romance like a goodie box packed with seven sexy bath treats. Each one is made from all-natural ingredients and smells good enough to eat.

$60, www.lushcosmetics.com

Philosophy Candy Hearts

This trio of flavored Lip Shines will perfect your pucker and features sweet Valentine-worthy sentiments: “be mine,” “ask me” and “i love you.”

$25, www.sephora.com

Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Chocolate Amber Shower Gel

This luxurious gel blends chocolate and amber notes for a sweet fragrance that’s not too dessert-like.

$10, www.bathandbodyworks.com

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