Monday morning beauty buys

by Taryn Davies | 30 January 2012

Beauty buys for Valentine's Day

We're just about to hit February and to all you lucky people who have someone to share Valentine's Day with, well, good luck to you. And to all you single ladies out there, it's time to use this as an excuse for some new beauty products.

Whether you want to snare a new man, impress the one that you have, or quite simply want to buy yourself something nice then take a look at this weeks Beauty Buys.

You know you can't resist.

2True products really are a bargain beauty buy that we can all have a little go of. For Valentine's Day try out their pretty pink and purple hues that look like they've come straight from the Louis Vuitton catwalk, where pretty was the thing. Glossywear Nail Polishes, eyeshadow duos and a crystal lip gloss that rivals MACs Dazzleglass. But it's the blush pink tinted lip and cheek stain which is the ultimate must-buy. An all-round product that you'll never want to leave at home. (Available exclusivelt at Superdrug stores, £1.99 each or three for £4.99)

We've seen everything from fake tan lotions, mousses and sprays - but the latest way to get the perfect tan is to wear fake tan tights. These revoltionary tights give you an amazing, even coverage. Just be careful with your feet. It may be wise to wash your feet after you've had them on and just blend in the colour from your legs. They most certainly are ht eno mess route to gorgeous tanned legs. (Available from Tights Please, £7.99)

Pastel colours are a huge trend for Spring/Summer, now it's time to translate this trend into our beauty bag too. This Dior 5 Couleurs Spring Bouquet palette is the only way to do this. It's bursting with delicate shades of sprin posies, Dior's bestselling eye palette offers endless possibilites in an elusive range of versatile colours designed for easy application and long wear. Create smoky eyes by lining the darker shades around the lash line, and use the lightest colour on the inner corner of eyes to really brighten them up. (Available from Escentual.com, £38.00)

Whether it is full or phenomenal you seek, now you can build indreible lash drama with weightless volume thanks to Estée Lauder's new Double Wear Zero-Smudge Volume + Life Mascara. This innovative new mascara was developed in Asia and specifically designed to maximise lashes for a striking, dimensional look that lasts all day. (Available from esteelauder.co.uk and Selfridges, £19.50)

Now all you need is somewhere to stall all of your new products. Channel your inner retro beauty with the new Boudior cosmetic bags from Marks and Spencer. These pretty lipstick and bow print bags will make any dressing table look trés chic. (Cosmetic Purse £12, Boudior Organiser - pictured - £9.50)