Opening the Sephora app can be slightly overwhelming these days. Endless holiday sets. The same version of every makeup product you can think of by 12 different brands.
Makeup has grown to a $100+ billion industry ( according to Statista ) and the topic of consumerism and the beauty industry and beauty standards is a topic for another day… HOWEVER if you find yourself so inclined to catch the Sephora sale deals I’ve compiled some of my recommendations for you!
Nothing in this is sponsored or affiliate linked, I compiled this list to help provide some insight into what’s worth it from a pro!
Skin Care
Tatcha - The Rice Wash Cleanser
I’ve been using this everyday for about a year now and I love it. A little goes a long way! I use micellar water to get my mascara off and then use this all over, morning and night. The holiday set below is also a great snag to get a mini moisturizer with it.
Kiehl’s - Ultra Facial Refillable Moisturizing Cream
My moisturizer!! I have sensitive skin and am always super hesitant to try new things on my face but this one is so hydrating. The holiday set version below is also a great deal if you get it with the Sephora sale code!
The Holiday Set ( This is a really good deal and the best time to restock! )
Biodance - Collagen & PDRN Hydrogel Bounce Set
Ok these eye patches popped up on my feed about a month ago?? Maybe longer? But I have been thinking about them ever since. My bestie has them and raved about them to me which has made me want them even more!
Every once in a while I get someone in my chair with insanely good skin. Glowy, hydrated, gorgeous skin and I ask a client what their skincare line is and it’s either Korean skincare or medical grade. Biodance is having a moment right now and I would definitely add these to my cart. Also the eye patches are textured which I find really fascinating because they always slide down my face and this is supposed to help.
Summer Fridays - Jet Lag Deep Hydration Serum
LOVE THIS SERUM! I’m in a skincare phase right now and I got a sample of this and am obsessed. It was great under makeup and I can tell the difference in my hydration throughout the day. My skin just feels better with it. Give it a try if you want to feel glowy and hydrated all day.
Base
Saie - Glowy Super™ Gel Gift Set
This might be going in my makeup kit soon! Really glowy - but in a natural way - not a sparkly way like some other highlighting serums.
Eyes
Ilia - The Limitless Lash Duo - Mascara Gift Set
I got the Ilia mascara as my Sephora birthday gift like 3 ish years ago? And I’ve been recommending it ever since. I LOVE the wand and my lashes felt really long. Also a fan that this set has a mini brown mascara!! Such a good option for everyday looks.
Patrick Ta - Major Dimension Dream Date Essential Artistry Edit Eyeshadow Palette
This one is such a pretty colour combo and would really work with a lot of different looks. I think coloured eyeshadow can feel scary sometimes but peachy / pinky tones are so soft on the eyes and using warmer tones can brighten the eyes up without needing a lot of coverage.
Skin
Saie - Mini Dew Blush™ Trio Gift Set
I added a Saie liquid blush to my kit this summer and I find myself reaching for it constantly when I’m working. It has a really good amount of pigment but doesn’t overpower the face once its blended in.
Yves Saint Laurent - YSL Brewed Reflections Couture Face Palette
Okay this one is sold out right now but it is beautiful!!! If you can find it and grab it with the code, run don’t walk!
Lips
Makeup Forever - Mini Artist Color Pencil Original & Extreme Long-lasting Lip Liner Set
These pencils are fantastic and a pro mua staple. They’re waterproof and long lasting and the set is really hard to go wrong.
Wonderskin - Holiday Lip Stain and Lip Liner Trio Makeup Gift Set
I had a bridesmaid bring one of these this summer for me to apply and I love this stuff! It’s super pigmented and goes on blue! Wait a hot sec and remove it and boom! Lips are stained and will last you a longgg time.
Hair
Moroccanoil - Weightless Hydrating Mask
I use this weekly and it’s one of my faves. If you’re not using a hair mask yet please start! It’s so good for your hair and feels fantastic.
Kérastase - Elixir Ultime Refillable Hydrating Hair Oil for Shine
This is such a good hair oil! Also refillable and now is a great time to grab it.
Oribe - Supershine Smoothing Wax Styling Stick
I’ve done a ton of slick backs this year and after being recommended this by another hairstylist I wish I had it during wedding season. It’s wider than other wax sticks I’ve used and apparently washes out quicker than alternatives which I like! Especially if you’re a slick back girlie… make sure you aren’t getting too much buildup if you’re using a wax.
If You’re Splurging
I’ve been loving Laneige lately. Everything I’ve used just feels so lightweight and hydrating. Hence this set making the list… if you’re splurging: go big or go home. Chocolate advent calendars are out and skincare advent calendars are in.
Laneige - 12 Days of Wonder Korean Skincare & Lip Favorites Advent Calendar
