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Mon., Feb. 8, 2010 ,12:31 pm EST


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Whether you're for or against the festivities of February 14, it's a fabulous excuse to spoil yourself silly.

If you're seeing someone special:
Prep for the big night with a combination of subtly scented, skin-softening multitaskers.

Caudalie Crushed Cabernet Scrub
Smooths out cellulite and has a draining effect, leaving skin wonderfully smooth and nourished. ($29, Caudalie-usa.com.)

The Art of Shaving Pre-Shave Oil for Women
Helps prevent irritation, ingrown hairs, nicks and cuts, and leaves the skin beautifully soft. ($18, Theartofshaving.com.)

Dolce & Gabbana
Rose The One Shimmer Powder

A soft powder that adorns the skin with an elegant scent and shine. ($50, Saks.com.)


Spending the evening solo?

Create your own at-home spa with these luxurious bath & body indulgences.

Philip B. Limited-Edition Chocolate Milk Gift Set
Includes Chocolate Milk Body Wash & Bubble Bath and Body Crème, which work together to condition, revive and soothe winter-worn skin. 100% waistline-friendly. ($62.50, Philipb.com.)

NUDE Miracle Mask
An all-natural masque that exfoliates, brightens, firms and plumps your complexion. ($62, Sephora.com.)

Bliss All You Need Is Glove & Tenderfoot Sets
Use together to instantly revive tired, dehydrated hands and feet. ($64- $68, Blissworld.com.)

Bb Creme de Coco Masque
An indulgent masque with a trio of tropical butters that bestows intensive moisture, softness, silkiness and gloss. ($25, Bumbleandbumble.com.)


For an evening in with the girls:
Guarantee a great night with a bottle of wine, a bad movie and these top picks.

Bath & Body Works Mani/Pedi Set
Includes a small nail clipper, nail file, tweezers, cuticle pusher and cuticle clipper. ($8, Bathandbodyworks.com.)

Essie Nail Polish in Red Nouveau
A universally flattering, holiday-inspired hue that's sure to please. ($8, Essieshop.com.)

Peter Thomas Roth Radiance Oxygenating Masque
Helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and stimulates cellular metabolism and cellular renewal, for a youthful, rosy glow. ($50, Sephora.com.)

Special date with your little ones?
Time is of the essence, so spoil yourself on-the-go with these mum-friendly must-haves.

Mama Mio Omega Shower Cream
Beautifully fragrant and laden with ingredients that work together to cleanse, soften, calm, hydrate and condition your skin. ($19, Mamamio.com.)

Shiseido Benefiance Pure Retinol Instant Treatment Eye Mask
Use around your eyes (or lips!) to visibly improve fine lines, dullness and uneven texture in just 15 minutes. ($62, Sephora.com.)

LifeNK Party Feet Foot Cream
Exfoliating salicylic acid smooths dead skin cells while cooling menthol and witch hazel make feet feel light and refreshed. ($25, Spacenk.com.)