Show ‘Em Some Love With These Valentine’s & Galentine’s Day Gift Ideas (Seen on CBS Austin)
Valentine’s Day is just one week away so now is the time to pick up some special treats for those you cherish the most — whether that’s your romantic partner, your kiddo, your sister, your mom and dad, or your bestie. Today, on CBS Austin’s “We Are Austin,” I shared some great gift ideas for those we near and dear to our hearts.
Check out the segment here and keep reading for more details on the products seen on the show!
Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Exfoliating Peel Spray and Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Solutions Kit
Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, Juice Beauty is a trailblazer in clean and clinically proven skincare solutions, and it’s renewed its mission to help consumers age beautifully and with confidence. This Valentine’s Day, you can treat the skincare enthusiast in your life with some of Juice Beauty’s radiance-boosting products.
One fantastic choice, particularly for those who have endured harsh a winter season, is the Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Exfoliating Peel Spray ($52 at ULTA and ULTA.com). This spray-on facial peel gently exfoliates skin, lifting away dead and dull skin cells to revealing smoother and brighter-looking skin after just one use.
And, if you’re looking to introduce your loved one to Juice Beauty’s best-selling Stem Cellular collection and help them build a skincare routine, consider gifting them the Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Solutions Kit ($52 at ULTA and ULTA.com), which contains the Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Booster Serum, Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer and Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Eye Treatment.
Face Haus x Solawave Red Light Bundle
What could be a better gift than a luxurious facial? A luxurious facial that uses LED light therapy! Face Haus, the first open-concept facial bar, has teamed up with light therapy skincare leader Solawave to offer consumers the Red Light Special Facial. Available at Face Haus locations in LA and Dallas, this pampering treatment uses state-of-the-art LED panels that help to reduce inflammation and promote collagen production, plus the experience incorporates Solawave’s award-winning 4-in-1 Skincare Wand and its Neck and Chest Rejuvenating Mask to minimize wrinkles and creases below the jawline.
To enjoy a similar experience at home, gift your loved one the Face Haus x Solawave Red Light Bundle ($169.50 on TheFaceHaus.com). This gift set incorporates Solawave’s 4-in-1 Skincare Wand, a handheld device that combines 4 different technologies: LED light to stimulate collagen production, facial massage to boost circulation and reduce puffiness and dullness, therapeutic warmth to soothe skin and boost radiance, and a galvanic current that supports product absorption. The kit also features the Face Haus The Luminary Dark Spot Corrector Serum, which includes niacinamide to help even skin tone, salicylic cid to exfoliate skin and fade dark spots, and hyaluronic acid and panthenol to hydrate and soften skin.
Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Contour Wand and Beauty Light Wand
If you’ve spent any time online in the last couple of years, you’ve likely come across tons of #GRWM videos that incorporate two particular offerings from luxury beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury: the Hollywood Contour Wand and the Beauty Light Wand. And there’s a good reason for it! From their lightweight and travel-friendly packaging to their luxurious formulas and easy-to-use applicators, these viral sensations are the key to achieving a sculpted and rosy cheek.
To, to accentuate cheekbones and chisel the face, reach for the Hollywood Contour Wand, a lightweight, buildable liquid contour with an easy-to-use cushion applicator. Five new shades were recently added to the shade range for even more balanced tones and undertones to complement every complexion.
You can then give cheeks an ethereal, divine glow with the Beauty Light Wand. This soft-focus, high-gloss illuminating gel can be used as a highlighter or dewy blush, and it layers seamlessly over liquid and powder makeup. It also has a cushion applicator, so you just dot, blend, and glow! The shades Pinkgasm and Pillow Talk will love give cheeks that rosy, just-pinched look that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day!
Each is $42 at Sephora.com and Ulta.com
L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Panorama Mascara
No Valentine’s Day look would be complete without some come-hither lashes! And, with the L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Panorama Mascara ($12.99 at Target and Target.com), you can enjoy corner-to-corner panoramic volume and flaunt a fanned-out lash look that makes eyes appear up to 1.4 times larger.
The lightweight formula is clump-, flake-, and smudge-resistant, plus it lasts up to 24 hours. It features a 5% Stretchflex complex that gives you separated, flexible, lash-by-lash volume, and the innovative brush features shorter bristles at the tip that coat hard to reach lashes and longer bristles at the base that fan and extend.
Keranique Growth Activator Hair Serum
This Valentine’s season, we want love to be in the air —and in the hair. Keranique offers personalized and accessible haircare solutions that empower women to flaunt healthy and beautiful hair at every stage in life.
Those grappling with thinning hair and reduced hair volume can transform their manes with the Keranique Growth Activator Hair Serum ($39 at ULTA.com), a lightweight and fast-absorbing serum that nourishes the scalp and follicles for fuller and healthier-looking hair over time. Powered by a proprietary Keratin Amino Complex, as well as peptides and biotin, this dermatologist-approved and science-backed serum boosts cellular renewal, delivering thicker and stronger-looking hair in just 45 days.
In clinical trials, 92% of users saw improved hair density, with up to 68% less shedding and an up to 52% increase in the appearance of fullness.
Woom Bikes Pop Kids’ Bike Basket in Marshmallow Pink
Kids can give their bikes a personal touch — and enjoy some extra cargo space – with the new woom bikes Pop Kids’ Bike Basket in Marshmallow Pink. Known for its lightweight and easy-to-ride kids’ bicycles, woom bikes also offers an assortment of useful bike accessories—including this lightweight bike basket, which is made from a flexible, BPA-free material.
Kids can pop the bike basket directly onto the handlebars of all woom ORIGINAL 2 or 3 bike models, or they pop it off and carry it when on the go. It’s great for storing snacks and water bottles, as well as their favorite plush toys, stickers, and any rocks or seashells they collect during their bike rides! And parents can make kids extra giddy by gifting them this basket and filling it up with Valentine’s Day cards and sweet treats!
It’s $39.90 on Woom.com
INIMIGO Heartless Collection
To give your fella’s wardrobe a little love and help him look sharp at all times, check out Portuguese menswear brand INIMIGO. INIMIGO means “enemy” in Portuguese, and the brand’s slogan is “No Enemies, No Character.” This mantra alludes to how, when you embrace positivity and live in your truth, others can become envious and emerge as “enemies.” INIMIGO prides itself, then, on being a brand with character that empowers others to also have the confidence to stand up for what’s right.
INIMIGO’s clothes are made in Portugal using the finest raw materials and feature unique embellishments. The designs celebrate individuality and feature a sense of whimsy that fashion enthusiasts will appreciate.
A great addition to any wardrobe, the Heart Patch Bomber Jacket features a heart patch sewn onto the chest. Originally, priced at $550, this impeccably tailored jacket is now available for $280 on US.Inimigo.com. Other great pieces include the Classic Embroidery Heart Polo ($155 on US.Inimigo.com), which is available in a wide range of shades including a deep olive green, cayenne pepper red, cantaloupe orange, ocean blue, khaki, ivory, and black. And you can’t go wrong with the Classic Embroidery Heart T-Shirt ($79 at US.Inimigo.com), a timeless piece that’s available in an assortment of shades including a carnation pink hue, a heather grey color, and a crisp white shade. Both the polo and T-shirt are crafted using a lightweight, breathable fabric and feature an embroidered heart detail on the chest.
To shop these styles and discover more of INIMIGO’s offerings, visit US.Inimigo.com
Tenuta Regaleali Nero d’Avola Sicilia DOC 2021
Let your palate do some exploring this Valentine’s Day by exchanging the Pinot Noir in favor of Sicily’s native Nero d’Avola. This Italian grape is at the heart of the Tenuta Regaleali Nero d’Avola Sicilia DOC 2021 ($19.99 on Wine.com), the perfect wine for a romantic dinner.
This versatile wine is full of red fruit and strikes the perfect balance between fullness and austerity. It pairs well with both hearty Texas barbecue and more delicate dishes. Plus, the estate is sustainable and organic, and the wine is crafted with high-elevation grapes, adding an elegant quality.
Priest Ranch Snake Oil 2021
Priest Ranch is an iconic Napa Valley brand that crafts premium, estate-grown wines, blending Napa’s historic terroir with a spirit of innovation. Priest Ranch boasts 230 acres of sustainably farmed vineyards with 180 unique blocks.
The 2021 Priest Ranch Snake Oil is an excellent choice for Cab lovers. Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and selected from three premier cabernet blocks on the property, this wine is aged for 24 months in 75% new French oak barrels and 25% once-used French oak barrels. The deep and full-bodied wine features notes of dark plum, cedar, tobacco spice, and a hint of fresh mint. Prevalent tannins lead the palate but are balanced by big flavors of cassis and dark chocolate.
You can pick it up on PriestRanchWines.com
Eleven Eleven Wines Sweetheart Valentine’s Day Gift Set
Founded by lifelong friends Ellie Anest and Carol Vassilliadis, Eleven Eleven Wines was born from a shared passion for celebrating special moments in life with close friends and, naturally, exceptional food and wine. Fittingly, the boutique Napa Valley winery is offering the perfect gift set to celebrate love and friendship this Valentine’s Day.
The Eleven Eleven Wines SWEETHEART Valentine’s Day Gift Set includes a bottle of 2023 Rosé of Syrah with a custom “I Love You” wine label, a bottle of 2021 XI Cabernet Sauvignon, a scented candle, and a 10-piece set of Le Belge Dark Sea Salt Chocolate Neapolitans.
The 2023 Rosé of Syrah features aromatic notes of fresh strawberries and watermelon rind, with a touch of floral elegance. The palate is crisp and zesty, showcasing layers of white peach, a twist of citrus and a hint of fresh herbs. The 2021 XI Cabernet Sauvignon, meanwhile, features rich flavors, revealing layers of blackcurrant, dark plum, and wild berries complemented by a touch of new oak that adds complexity.
This exquisite set is perfect for making memories with your loved ones and retails for $175 on shop.elevenelevenwines.com — and, as a special Valentine’sDay treat, customers can enjoy a flat-rate shipping fee of $2.14 on their order!
Betty Booze Sparkling Canned Cocktails
Whether you’re cuddling up with your significant other or celebrating Galentine’s Day with your besties, commemorate the love-filled evening with Betty Booze, Blake Lively’s line of deliciously crafted canned cocktails — all made with real, fresh ingredients.
There are six gourmet-inspired bourbon and tequila flavors to choose from — including their newest offering, Sparkling Bourbon with Peach Honey Mint.
To experience love at first sip, pick up Betty Booze at Total Wine or visit BettyBooze.com for stores locations.
