We never need an excuse to try make-up that's packaged beautifully. But, thanks to World Heart Day (29 September), we are thrilled we have a reason to celebrate not just our hearts but heart-shaped beauty products too.
Here's our pick of the products you can buy now to celebrate beauty – and your heart.
Who doesn't love a good blusher for a fresh, youthful look? And when it comes in such lovely packaging, you'll be wanting to use it as often as possible. This super cute blush from Flower Knows has a simple design on its pressed powder. It's not all looks and no substance though, as the powder adheres to your skin and brightens up your complexion. The fine powder has a silky texture and is easy to blend too. There are six colours to choose from (with names inspired by chocolate, yum!), each for a different look. For example, Red Wine Chocolate is a plum-toned burgundy that brightens up your complexion with a gentle tone, while Almond Chocolate is a fresh and simple blush with silver shimmers.
Take your pick of the colours here.
Come for the unique heart-shaped applicator, stay for the creamy finish. Korean brand I'm Meme is known for its fun make-up products and this heart-shaped lipstick is one of our favs. The heart-shaped tip means it has the curves and edges for easier application too. It also has a click-type applicator so you'll have to click the pen before every lipstick application. This prevents the product from drying, guaranteeing a smoother and longer-lasting product. The lipstick is enriched with argan oil and mango seed butter, which gives your lips a smoother, fuller look as it reduces the appearance of fine lines. It has a silky satin and cashmere-soft finish so all you have to do is glide it onto your lips and enjoy the gorgeous colour.
It's available in a range of colours and you can get it here.
To round out the look, paint a heart on each cheek with the brand’s Heart Stamp Blusher – a cushion blush formula that comes with a heart-shaped stamp application. Get it here.
You don't have to be experiencing a flush of love to blush. But you can feel the joy of pink (or whatever shade you prefer) cheeks by putting on a dash of blusher. And when the packaging is as cute as this product, you'll definitely be blushing more often than you’re used to. The pressed powder is encased in a heart-shaped packaging, with bunny and rose motifs embossed onto it. It's not just about the packaging, though. The matte blusher is formulated with a nourishing blend of tropical cocoa butter, which contributes to its lightweight feel. It also has a natural satin finish which means you'll be glowing when you walk into any room. A pretty vintage look plus fun names (Greatest Love Of All, Love Yourself, California Love and No Ordinary Love) for its four shades? We're blushing with excitement already.
Get it here.
We love exploring different colours on eyeshadow palettes but we'll admit that a heart-shaped packaging would definitely catch our eye (no pun intended) more than a typical rectangular one. This eyeshadow palette is almost too cute to use but it'll certainly put a smile on your face every time you use it. The six colours offer intense shimmer and matte finishes and the variety is suitable for any occasion. As if the heart shape wasn't charming enough, it comes in a box with a flowery design.
'Smitten' is certainly what you'll be by this product so get it here.
Why apply blush the regular way when you can use a cute cushion stamp to do it – especially when there's a heart-shaped applicator too? It's unique, effective and oh-so-fun to use. Stamp the heart-shaped applicator into the cushion blush, then onto the apples of your cheeks. Blend it in with your fingertips immediately. This allows the blush to become matte, thus leaving a powdery finish. Or you could just wear your heart on your cheeks and leave the heart-shaped imprint as it is on your face for a unique look. The Korean brand is also vegan and cruelty-free so there's more to it than cute designs.
Show your cheeks some love and get it here.
One for fans of exquisitely-crafted Japanese products, Kumano brushes are made in Kumano Town, Aki District, Hiroshima Prefecture. And this brand, Bunkodo, has been producing brushes since 1907. Each of them are made individually by skilled craftsmen so you know a lot of work has been put into them. The secret is in what kind of hair is used in brushes. Bunkodo only picks hair with ends for its Kumano brushes. It believes brushes that contain hair that have been cut off at the ends don't have delicate ends and therefore don't lead to uniform make-up application. These special brushes make your make-up routine a more positive one, with a better impact on your skin. Are you impressed yet? Then