We are just 48 hours away from Sephora’s Beauty Insider Appreciation sale and we hope you have your game face on. This sale, running from August 24th through September 3rd, is one of the biggest Sephora events of the year, and get this — everything is getting marked down. Take a deep breath in… and let it out.
Here’s what you need to know before the sale kicks off. According to Allure, Sephora Rouge members will get exclusive access to the sale on the 24th and will receive 20% off their purchases in-store and online using the code YESROUGE.
Sephora’s VIB members can shop the sale starting August 30th and will receive a 15% off discount in-store and online using the code YESVIB. And finally, Sephora fans who maintain Beauty Insider status (the free tier of the Sephora membership pyramid) will also be able to join the sale on August 30th. By using the code YESINSIDER online, these shoppers will get 10% off their Sephora purchase.
While you’re scanning the Sephora website and plotting your attack come sale day, we recommend that you pick up one (or all) of the practical items below.
These are must-haves for any beauty lover and they will quickly become some of your most-used products. Get them while they’re hot, cheap, and still on the shelves.
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1. Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Lotion (currently $40)
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Summer, spring, winter, fall — we should always be protecting our exposed skin against UV rays. Shiseido makes two sunscreens perfect for any season. Use the Ultimate Sun Protection Lotion for spring and summer and the Urban Environment sunscreen (currently $34) for fall and winter.
2. Sephora Collection “Ready To Roll” Brush Set (currently $70)
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Buy this brush set once and you’ll never have to buy another brush for years. It includes every shape of brush you need to achieve a flawless makeup application, and with 50,000 “loves” on the Sephora site, this set is a must-have.
3. Drybar Tress Press Styling Iron (currently $150)
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Now is the time to splurge and treat yourself to a great hair tool that can do it all — straighten, curl, beach wave, smooth, and add shine. The uncomplicated Tress Press Styling Iron by Drybar can help you achieve so many different looks without needing tools on tools on tools.
4. Sephora Collection Color Switch by Vera Mona Brush Cleaner (currently $18)
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Experimenting with bold colors just became so much easier with the Color Switch by Vera Mona. Simply remove any existing color on your brush by swirling it around the Color Switch sponge and move on to the next shade.
5. Tarte’s Tartlette Amazonian Clay Matte Eyeshadow Palette (currently $39)
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For those of us just getting started in the makeup game, or for those who know the value of a good neutral eyeshadow palette, the Tarte Amazonian Clay palette offers a gorgeous array of versatile matte shades that can be worked into any day or night eye look.
6. Kat Von D Shade + Light Contour Refillable Palette (currently $49)
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You’ll have your perfect contour and highlight shade for each season all in one convenient palette. Plus, the Shade + light palette is refillable so you won’t have to buy an entirely new palette once you hit pan on your favorite shade.
7. Tatcha Water Cream (currently $68)
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If you have yet to try Tatcha’s Water Cream, we highly recommend it. The key to a flawless makeup look starts with smooth, moisturized skin. The Water Cream not only moisturizes, but it also minimizes pores and brightens skin, ensuring that you look and feel your best with or without makeup.
8. Moroccanoil Treatment (currently $34)
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Everyone should invest in a good hair oil and Moroccanoil’s Treatment is a fave among Sephora customers. This hair treatment detangles, adds shines, and controls fizz. Plus the oil nourishes and can combat split ends.
9. Clarisonic Mia 1 Skin Cleansing System (currently $129)
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You haven’t seen how clean your skin can look if you haven’t tried out a Clarisonic cleansing brush. The Mia 1 is a one-speed cleaning system that removes dirt, makeup, and oil six times better than hands alone. Your skin will thank you.
Keep these practical products in the front of you mind while you peruse the Sephora Beauty Insider sale. Save money while doing your beauty routine a huge favor by investing in products that will make you look and feel great. Have fun and get shopping!