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Whether you’re in a committed relationship or single and ready to mingle, the fast-approaching Valentine’s Day weekend promises to get you lucky in love. But as you’re dolling up for a sweet night out—or, if you’re really lucky, a sultry night in—you should select your beauty looks with caution. There’s nothing more embarrassing than having to walk back into a restaurant after a hot parking lot make-out with your face in an even hotter mess. And if you and your man are staying indoors (and in bed) all the livelong V-Day, it would be just as easy to sabotage your sexy time by having some ill-chosen, double-crossing lipstick on your teeth. Do yourself a favor and keep your make-out sessions in smooth, smudge-proof sailing. Read on to learn how!

Face

Flawless skin only exists in Photoshop, so it’s completely understandable if you need a little coverage. But since foundation, concealer, and (obviously) blush are tinted according to our skin tone, they tend to mark on lighter surfaces. Imagine your dashing mestizo date swooping in for a passionate kiss; he pulls back, and your eyes open—only to see his face is streaked with your bronzer!
To avoid such a scenario, opt for products with as little oil content as possible. Oil is the greatest nemesis of any girl hoping to get lucky on Valentine’s—it not only turns your face into a reflective surface, but also lets unwanted makeup transfer take place. The classic matte look is your best bet to solve this problem—try it in monochromatic hues for easy, one-palette, post-make-out touch-ups! Once you’ve applied your choice of coverage, lightly dust over your whole face with a sheer powder to set your makeup in place and give yourself instant shine control. You don’t have to worry about looking too barefaced—minimalist makeup is popping up all over the runway, as shared here by Stylebible.ph.

Here’s another reason to look forward to the weekend! If you’ve always wanted to work in fashion, or if you feel like expanding your beauty know-how, the School of Fashion and the Arts (SoFA) is beginning a series of Saturday workshops for aspiring designers and makeup artists (and even the creative dabbler). From February 2 to April 24, “SoFAbulous SATURDAYS,” featuring short courses in design and cosmetic art, will be held at the SoFA headquarters at 55 Paseo de Roxas Avenue, Makati City. Courses will be taught by established professionals—including a few famous faces—so you’ll undoubtedly find the opportunity to hone your craft or learn a new skill set. Browse through the list of workshops below to see if anything catches your eye!

When news of the global socio-economic-ecologic situation screams at you from every turn, what’s a socially aware beauty addict do? The answer: go for retail therapy, but find alternatives. It is possible to find inexpensive, effective, and environmentally- and socially-sound beauty products—where else?—on the internet. Here, some great finds—the fruits of an online beauty shopping spree.

Find No. 1: Leyende

Leyende is a collection of beauty essentials cooked up by Neva Talladen. The line has since come out of the kitchen and into an actual office, but all the hair, face, and body products are still handmade and organic. Plus, these are products Neva herself uses—I was sold! Neva also works closely with the International Mission for Justice, employing women who have been rescued from human trafficking as part of a work/study program. How’s that for a socially-aware beauty guru?

1. Clean Slate. A facial wash that is also a make-up remover and toner. Don't we all just love multi-taskers? This product removed my waterproof mascara and eyeliner without stinging my eyes. It doesn't foam up, but after washing it off, your face does feel clean and soft. I've been using it in tandem with the next product on this list, and my skin has been great.
100 ml, P350