Valentine's Day flowers stay fresh for longer with this common beauty product

Receiving a beautiful bunch of flowers on Valentine's Day is sure to make you feel loved and enhance your mood and your home.

Nothing says romance like a fresh bouquet adorning your room. But after a week, those once-beautiful blooms can start to wilt, shed petals, and lose their magic - turning your Valentine's display into a less-than-lovely sight.

Slimy stems and an unpleasant smell? Not exactly the love story you had in mind. But with the right care, you can extend their beauty and enjoy them for days longer.

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For those looking to extend the life of their fresh-cut flowers, a spokesperson from Lottomart has shared an easy and affordable trick that could keep blooms looking beautiful for longer, using hairspray.

They explained: 'A fresh bouquet can set the perfect romantic mood, but nothing spoils the Valentine's magic faster than watching those gorgeous blooms start to droop after just a few days.

"Rather than splashing out on expensive flower food or preservatives, you can make your flowers last longer with an everyday beauty product - hairspray."

A quick spritz of hairspray, can help flowers retain their shape and freshness, preventing petals from wilting too soon.

"Most people don’t realise that hairspray isn’t just for styling, it can actually help keep cut flowers looking pristine," the spokesperson revealed. "A light misting will add a layer of protection, keeping petals firm and preventing premature drooping."

To get the best results, it is advised to remove the flowers from their vase first before spraying.

• Hold the hairspray can several inches away from the bouquet and apply a light mist, focusing underneath the petals.

• Avoid spraying too closely, as the force of the spray can damage delicate petals.

• Once sprayed, hang the flowers upside down in a well-ventilated area for a few minutes to allow them to dry.

While a budget-friendly can of hairspray can cost as little as 90p, less is more when using this method.

"Overdoing it can make petals brittle, so a light spray every few days is enough to extend their lifespan without causing damage," they advised.

For those looking to preserve their Valentine's flowers for even longer, reapplying every few days can help maintain their fresh appearance, making the most of every bouquet.