What We’re Buying from Sephora’s Sale
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Halloween, move over. It’s officially the holiday season. One of the first savings events to kick it off? Sephora’s Annual Savings Event. Stock your carts, because whether you’re shopping for launches for yourself or gift shopping for friends and family, there are many products worth buying during the sale. Don’t know where to start? We gathered editor favorites that we’re shopping for this year.
What Is It?
Sephora’s Savings Event is an 11-day sale for Sephora Beauty Insiders. Based on your Insider tier, you’re eligible for a certain percentage off your purchase. That includes all products from holiday sets to brand-new launches to luxury buys that rarely go on sale.
When Does the Sephora Savings Event Start?
First access to the sale opens November 1 for Rouge members, who get 20 percent off. The second round of access starts a few days later, on November 5, for VIB members, who get a 15 percent discount, and Insiders, who get a 10 percent discount. All Sephora Collection products are on sale for 30 percent off for all Insiders starting November 1.
Do You Need a Code for the Sephora Savings Event?
Yes, you can access the sale by using the code SAVINGS in store and online.
When Does the Sephora Savings Event End?
You can shop your coveted products until November 11.
So, what are we buying from the Sephora Savings Event?
➼ Best Skin-Care Deals
➼ Best Body-Care Deals
➼ Best Makeup Deals
➼ Best Hair-Care Deals
➼ Best Fragrance Deals
Best Sephora Annual Savings Event Skin-Care Deals
SK-II Facial Treatment Masks
This is the face mask I turn to when I’m dealing with severely dry skin. It’s a huge help on flights. It’s drenched in 30ml of the brand’s cult-favorite treatment essence. The Japanese sheet mask is packed with vitamins and amino acids to deeply hydrate and enhance the skin’s renewal process. —Asia Milia Ware, fashion and beauty writer
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta® Daily Peel Vault
These peel pads are a cult favorite for a reason. They’re easy to use in your daily routine to improve skin’s texture. This limited-edition set only comes around once a year and usually sells out very quickly. I always buy two, because that supply lasts about six months. —A.M.W.
Tower 28 Beauty SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray with Hypochlorous Acid
I workout every day and I sweat a lot, but I don’t have to worry about sweat-induced breakouts because I keep this SOS spray from Tower28 in my gym bag. The hypochlorous acid has antibacterial properties that soothe irritation and defend skin from bacteria. I also use the SOS cleanser when I get in from a workout. I plan to restock both. —A.M.W.
DIOR Le Baume Revitalizing Multi-Use Balm
I’ve never met a hand cream I love more than Dior’s Le Baume. It deeply moisturizes my skin without a greasy feeling and the scentless lightly rich cream can also be used on the face. The packaging is the perfect bag accessory. I’m buying this as a gift for a few friends this season. —A.M.W.
La Mer Essentials Set
This sale is the best time to stock up on (or try) luxury products that have been on your wish list. The La Mer set is always worth it because you can rarely get the products on sale, and this includes all the brand’s best sellers like its treatment lotion and the cult-favorite Crème de la Mer. —A.M.W.
Tatcha Violet-C Radiance Mask
When my skin looks dull, I always turn to Tatcha’s Violet-C mask. The bright-purple mask doesn’t just make for pretty selfies, it works to reveal brighter skin. With ingredients like Japanese beauty berry and fruit AHAs, the creamy mask works to remove buildup on the skin. It’s another product that’s always on my restock list. —A.M.W.
Elemis Dynamic Gentle Resurfacing Pads with Lactic Acid
I’m stocking up on Elemis’ Resurfacing Pads, which have been a key part of my nighttime routine for the past six months. They’re infused with lactic acid to gently exfoliate and reduce the appearance of dark spots, as well as a patented technology that breaks up dead skin cells. The result is smoother, more supple-looking skin. And even though I use them daily after double cleansing, they never irritate or dry out my skin. They also help take off any hard-to-remove makeup in areas like the hairline, jawline, and around the nose. —Hanna Flanagan, shopping editor
Shani Darden Skin Care Mini Triple Acid Signature Peel
I always tell people if I could never get a facial again, I’d be okay if I had this peel stocked. That’s how good it is. Created by the celebrity aesthetician Shani Darden (she does Kelly Rowland’s skin, need I say more?), this triple-acid peel immediately gives me smoother and brighter skin. This year, a mini-version launched, and it’s been my favorite for traveling, so I’m definitely restocking as I plan for winter travel. —A.M.W.
LANEIGE Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer for Moisture Barrier Repair
I also always need more of this Laneige cream moisturizer, which is my recent go-to. It locks in hydration all day, especially with colder temperatures coming soon. —Chantal Fernandez, features writer
Best Sephora Annual Savings Event Body-Care Deals
Fenty Skin Lil Butta Dropz Mini Whipped Oil Body Cream Trio
Every holiday season, Fenty Skin drops a new trio of Lil Butta Dropz, mini-versions of its whipped oil body cream, a deeply hydrating blend of oils and butters. This year, the scents include toasted marshmallow, salted caramel, and Fenty Fresh. Rihanna must want us to smell extra-sweet. It’s part of my holiday tradition to get this during every savings event. —A.M.W.
Hanni Splash Salve In-Shower Body Moisture Treatment
This treatment changed my shower routine forever. It’s an in-shower conditioning treatment with shea butter and jojoba to soothe and condition skin. It’s activated by water. I put it on as my final shower step, and it always leaves my skin softer than I could ever have imagined. It feels like I don’t even need lotion, but I promise I still put some on. —A.M.W.
Nécessaire The Body Wash Olibanum
I have dry, eczema-prone skin, so I’m always happy to find a scented body wash that works for me without irritation. I’m obsessed with the warm, luxe scent and the rich lather. It also has the bonus of softening and brightening skin with niacinamide and vitamin C. —Chinea Rodriguez, shopping writer
Best Sephora Annual Savings Event Makeup Deals
ONE/SIZE Jumbo On ‘Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray
This is my absolute favorite setting spray ,and Beyoncé’s too! Need I say more? For the holiday, it’s available in a jumbo size. I’m buying this so I don’t have to restock as much throughout the year. Nothing locks in my makeup for an all-day wear like this, especially when I’m wearing heavy glam. —A.M.W.
MILK MAKEUP Mini Hydro Grip Primer Pre-Game Pack Set
Hydro Grip primer is another cult-favorite product. This year, Milk launched an illuminating version of the OG. The set includes both. The primer hydrates the skin while ensuring makeup grips the skin for all-day wear. It’s my go-to. —A.M.W.
Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Mattifying Water Powder Serum
I’m a huge fan of makeup artist Danessa Myricks and her products. A makeup artist recently used this mattifying water powder serum on my skin, and it absorbed all the shine on my face while still giving me the glowy finish I desired. Once she used the innovative formula on me, I knew I had to get my own. —A.M.W.
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer with Medium Coverage
I am itching to replenish my NARS radiant creamy under-eye concealer. I’m fully out but refuse to buy it until the sale. —Danya Issawi, fashion writer
Ami Colé Skin-Enhancing Concealer
I’m eager to restock my favorite concealer . This is the one I have used to the last drop. It’s hydrating, and I often use it for my under-eye area as a natural brightening product. —Morgan Evans, Cut Shop market editor
Ami Colé Lip Treatment Oil
This lip oil was one of the first I ever used, and I continue to love it. I adore the brown shade that’s ideal for everyday wear, and it’s truly moisturizing and not sticky. —M.E.
Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Cream Eyeshadow
I just finally tried the Laura Mercier Caviar Stick and want more colors, so I’m using the savings event to stock up. —C.F.
NARS Soft Matte Complete Full Coverage Longwear Concealer
NARS’s concealer has been my go-to for years. I don’t wear tints or foundations. Instead, I prefer to use this to spot-check my pimples and redness. And it works like a charm every time, providing me with coverage throughout the day. —Joanna Nikas, deputy style editor
MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Color Pencil Longwear Lip Liner
Makeup For Ever has the OG lip liners. They last. The browns are all great shades, so I stock up on them, and that lasts me through the year. I’ll have one in each bag and just rotate through them for when I need a little something. —J.N.
Fara Homidi Essential Holiday Lip Set
Fara Homidi has done a beautiful job with creating products with pigment. You can also use these as a blush, lip liner, and more. This is a great deal already, and now that it is on sale, it’s even better. —J.N.
Best Sephora Annual Savings Hair-Care & Gadgets Deals
OUAI Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
I am actually buying this Ouai dandruff shampoo for the men in my life. They use this religiously and have sworn by it for its anti-dandruff properties. —J.N.
T3 SinglePass Curl X 1.25” Ceramic Extra-Long Barrel Curling Iron
I’ve always hated curling my hair until I met T3. It makes it easy to achieve effortless salon curls. I’m gifting this to friends who often have the same complaints as me when it comes to curling hair. —A.M.W.
Sol de Janeiro Body Firmeza Massage Tool
I often get lymphatic massages in the city. One of my favorites is MOVA by Camila Perez. It uses a Brazilian lymphatic draining method to contour the body and drain lymph nodes, oftentimes using Sol de Janeiro’s firming oil. I’m buying this massage tool to sculpt and contour at home in between my lymphatic appointments. —A.M.W.
Therabody TheraFace Depuffing Wand
This device has been my new favorite addition to my nighttime and morning routine. It depuffs the eye area and face with cold and heated technology. I love using cryotherapy balls after putting them in the freezer, but if they get too cold it can be damaging to the skin. This tool gets up to a cold temperature that is safe and regulated for the skin, and it’s still super-cold. It wakes my face up in the morning. I’m getting it as a gift for friends who I know travel often, as I do, because it’ll be perfect for them to add to their travel bags. —A.M.W.
HigherDOSE Infrared Sauna Blanket for Full-Body Detox
My gym doesn’t have a sauna, but thankfully, I have this blanket at home, so I can sweat as much as I sweat in a sauna. I faithfully use this as a way to get toxins out of my body, and it’s a savior during the winter when I get sick — all I do is lay in it to sweat the cold out quicker. It’s pricey, so this sale is a perfect time to buy for anyone who’s been eyeing it. —A.M.W.