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8 Makeup Trends We're Dying To Rock This Valentine's Day
We know Valentine’s Day is a loaded holiday. But listen, it’s okay to enjoy the day whether you’re celebrating solo or with someone you love. With that said, let’s talk all things beauty. Even if you loathe them, the holidays are a time to have some creative fun. So instead of making homemade Valentine’s Day for our elementary school friends, we can turn that creativity on ourselves.
This creative moment doesn’t mean getting complicated unless intricate looks are your specialty. We’ve rounded up a few looks to get your inner makeup artist going from the simplistic to the more detailed. And we chatted with award-winning Juvia's Place makeup artist, Ashley Wallace who also works with artists such as Remy Ma and Cardi B to get her insights on what we should try on for this fun-loving holiday. So have fun, enjoy the day, and remember self-love is always the best place to start!
Leave Home Blushing
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Don’t think about blush in terms of the ‘80s. The formulas are much easier to use and fix, and Wallace says this is a 2023 trend to get into ASAP. “Blush is the perfect touch you will need for your Valentine’s Day makeup look,” she tells xoNecole. “You can play with pink and rosy tones to keep your look super flirty and fun. The Juvia’s Place Blush Duos are perfect.”
Dewy Skin with an Ombré Red Lip
I don’t know about you, but I’m still not rushing to put on a full face of foundation and powder. However, one thing that instantly makes me feel a sense of glam is a bright matte lip. So whether you’re headed out for date night with bae or going out solo, swipe on a red that makes you feel your best, but Wallace says to add a little twist. “Try an ombré red lip,” she tells us. “It consists of darkening the lipliner with a deep reddish/brown and filling in the center of the lips with your favorite red lipstick and blending the two colors together. It creates the perfect sultry lip look.”
As for the dewy skin, try a primer with a few daps of concealer under the eyes, around the mouth, and on any spots, you’d like to diffuse.
Go Full Volume on Your Lashes or Opt for White Eyeliner
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Lashes instantly wake up even the most tired eyes. So go for the gusto with a set of lashes that wow. To make the eyes pop even more, line the eyes with white liner or place a dab of gold highlighter in the corners.
Wear Pink
Nothing says Valentine’s Day like the color pink. If you’re feeling bold, go for an all-over eye look with a pink hue that best matches your skin tone, or opt for a pink winged liner. Danessa Myricks Color Fix Matte in Valentine is the perfect formula for either look.
To use the formula as a liner, you only need a thin brush, micellar water, and Q-tips to clean up mistakes. If you prefer a powder, try Fenty Beauty’s Snap Shadows Mix & Match Eyeshadow Palette in rose, as it has mattes and shimmers.
Go for the Gold with a Smokey Look
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A traditional smokey eye is always a beauty do. But to brighten up the eyes, apply a shimmer eyeshadow to the middle of the lid over your nude or black base. For a full-on gold glam look, I use a deep brown base and layer that with a barely there line of liquid liner and a gold liquid shimmer shadow from Milani. As a result, the eyes have depth and shine, perfect for a night full of love.
Classic Hollywood Glam
Keep it classic with liquid-lined eyes and a glossy red lip. Before applying your lipstick, slough away dead skin (and line your lips) because liquid lipsticks can show everything under the lipstick.
Sparkle, BB
Okay. We can’t all get away with an entire crystal look like Doja Cat at Paris Fashion Week. However, we can add a few crystals or glitter to our makeup looks. For glitter lips, adorn them with Pat McGrath’s runway-tested glitter kit. For the eyes, add red or pink rhinestones to take your look over the top! Just be sure to have the right tools on deck: tweezer, cosmetic glue (lash glue can work), and rhinestones.
Add a Pink Cut Crease
I love seeing cut creases done on videos on TikTok. It’s so satisfying, even if I haven’t perfected the technique. Getting this down might take some practice, but we all know practice makes perfect.
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Bianca Lambert is a proud Atlanta native soaking up the Los Angeles sun. She is the founder of Mae B: a stationery company for women of color and a digital content creator on a mission to elevate the voices of women of color everywhere.
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UnPrisonedhas returned for its highly anticipated second season, delving deeper into the complex dynamics of the Alexander family.
The series premiere comes a year after its debut season garnered rave reviews from fans and critics and earned record-breaking ratings for Hulu's Onyx Collective brand. UnPrisoned's success can be attributed to its raw, relatable themes and comedic appeal.
Inspired by creator Tracy McMillan's life, the show follows Paige (Kerry Washington), a therapist and single mother whose life takes an unexpected turn when her father, Edwin (Delroy Lindo) --who was released from prison-- moves in with her and her teenage son, Finn (Faly Rakotohavana).
Throughout UnPrisoned's first season, viewers witnessed how Edwin's incarceration deeply affected Paige's life and relationships. In the series, Paige unpacks her trauma through interactions with her inner child and her online followers. Meanwhile, Edwin is overcoming specific struggles with his own past that led to his life of crime, including a dysfunctional upbringing and his mother's arrest. As the Alexanders attempt to reconcile, new challenges arise.
This new season promises to further explore their unconventional family dynamic. Here are several compelling reasons why season two of UnPrisoned should be on everyone's watchlist.
The Alexander Family Life Is Still In Shambles
UnPrisoned's second season resumes where the series left off, with Paige grappling with the fallout from her troubled therapy practice and Edwin navigating life independently after moving out. Meanwhile, Finn faces his own challenges. The teenager is battling anxiety and seeking information about his father—a topic Paige avoids discussing.
The Alexander Family Are Attending Therapy To Resolve Their Underlying Issues
Amid the chaos in their lives, the Alexander family decides to mend their bond by confronting their past traumas. They seek professional help and attend therapy sessions with a “family radical healing coach,” played by John Stamos, a new cast member. This collective effort aims to unravel the complexities of their shared history and strengthen their relationships.
The process of unraveling each character's internal conflicts and their potential impact on future relationships may clash with Paige's textbook therapy approach. While Paige is used to being in the therapist's seat in both career and family, this forces her into the unfamiliar role of a patient during therapy sessions. This shift would compel her to look in the mirror and try a radically different approach.
The Alexander Family Learned A Big Lesson During A Therapy Session
In therapy, the Alexanders are tasked with addressing their individual traumas to salvage their remaining relationships. One of the family therapist’s eccentric suggestions was an exercise involving a family wrestling match. During this session, Paige faces tough questions about her refusal to share information about Finn's father.
While it's unclear whether this scene is reality or fantasy, the image of the family duking it out in the ring certainly makes for hilarious yet compelling television.
Paige Tries Dating Again Following Failed Relationships
Amid her life's chaos, Paige decides to step back into the dating field. However, her many attempts have left her with mixed results. The dating apps have turned out to be a fail, and an outing with her ex Mal (Marque Richardson), who is also her father's parole officer, doesn’t go quite as expected after he brings an unexpected guest – his new girlfriend.
The situation takes an awkward turn when Mal's new partner learns why the former couple split, partly due to Paige's self-sabotage.
UnPrisoned Is A Perfect Balance Of Comedy And Drama
As a dramedy, UnPrisoned takes a comedic approach to its heavy subjects. The show takes us on a ride with Paige's dating misadventures and navigating a friendship with her ex.
Other lighthearted moments include Edwin's attempts at CPR based on online videos and, of course, the antics of the Alexander family's unconventional new healing coach.
The second season of UnPrisoned is now available on Hulu.
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Saweetie's love life has garnered as much attention as her career moves, making both equally eventful.
With nearly a decade in the entertainment industry, the rapper has spawned various hits, including "ICY Grl," "My Type," "Tap In," and the Grammy-nominated "Best Friend." The 31-year-old has also expanded her brand through numerous business partnerships.
Amidst her professional success, Saweetie's high-profile relationships and breakups have also kept her in the spotlight.
Let's take a look back at Saweetie's dating history.
Keith Powers
Keith Powers
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Before her rise to stardom, Saweetie reportedly had a four-year relationship with actor Keith Powers from 2010 to 2014.
In an interview with Hollywood Unlocked, Keith disclosed that their romance ultimately ended due to a toxic dynamic between the pair.
“I was in a relationship for four years from, like, 18 to 22,” he said. “We separated because it was just too toxic.”
After the breakup, The Perfect Findstar moved on with actress and singer Ryan Destiny.
Justin Combs
Justin Combs
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Shortly after calling it quits with Keith, Saweetie reportedly dated Diddy's eldest son, Justin Combs, in 2016.
While the length of their relationship isn't clear, Saweetie seemed to hint at why they split in her 2018 song "B.A.N." The lyrics describe an ex leaving her for another woman. Rumors circulated that Justin had left Saweetie for model Aaleeyah Petty.
The lyrics read:
“You not tall enough, your bank account not long enough for this Style is weak as f—k, your d—k ain’t bomb enough, boy, you a b—h Yeah, played the queen for a pawn b—h, yawn.”
Quavo
Quavo and Saweetie
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Saweetie's heartbreak over Justin was short-lived because soon after releasing her diss track, the "Best Friend" rapper was linked to Quavo in the summer of 2018.
The couple confirmed their whirlwind romance began when the Migos member contacted her via Instagram DMs. Coincidentally, they kept running into each other at industry events, including New York Fashion Week that same year.
Despite a three-year relationship, their romance ended abruptly when Saweetie confirmed the split on Twitter. In a series of tweets, the "My Type" emcee attributed the breakup to Quavo's alleged infidelity.
“I’m single. I’ve endured too much betrayal and hurt behind the scenes for a false narrative to be circulating that degrades my character. Presents don’t band-aid scars, and the love isn’t real when the intimacy is given to other women,” she tweeted. “I emotionally checked out a long time ago and have walked away with a deep sense of peace and freedom. Excited for this new chapter of elevation.”
YG
YG and Saweetie
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Despite the drama surrounding her dating history, Saweetie continued to explore new relationships.
In April 2023, the "Back to the Streets" rapper was spotted with YG at Coachella. The following month, their romance was confirmed during a getaway trip to Cabo. However, by January 2024, reports suggested that Saweetie and YG's relationship had fizzled out.
As of now, it's unclear whether YG and Saweetie have rekindled their romance, though they were recently spotted together during an outing.
Chris Brown
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In April 2024, singer Chris Brown hinted at a past intimate relationship with Saweetie in his diss track "Weakest Link," aimed at Quavo.
The pair's feud originated from the Migos rapper's rumored relationship with Chris' ex-girlfriend, Karrueche Tran. Quavo and Karrueche were speculated to have dated between 2017 and 2022, following several public sightings.
This came a few years after the Claws star's public breakup with Chris in 2015. Despite the rumors, Karrueche denied any romantic involvement with Quavo. Karrueche's denial didn't stop Chris from antagonizing Quavo at every opportunity.
While Chris didn't explicitly name Saweetie in “Weakest Link,” he included several innuendos suggesting she was the person he described.
The lyrics read:
“Cause I f—ked yo’ ex when you were still with her b—h, I’m up lil n—a They say revenge sweet, now think about that s—t Don’t let that line go over your head, I might just sing about that s—t I had her fiending ’bout that d—k there’s something sweet about that s—t I got some tea up out that b—h, but I ain’t go speak about that s—t.”
Saweetie would deny the allegations by releasing the track, including “Nani.”
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