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What to Buy at the Sephora Savings Event

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Design: theSkimm | Photos: Sephora
October 31, 2023

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Sephora lovers, unite. No matter your member status (you can sign up to be an Insider for free), you know when the Sephora Savings Event begins, it’s go time. Now through November 6, Rouge members get 20% off their purchase, VIB members save 15%, and Insiders save 10%. All members can use code TIMETOSAVE — there’s no limit to how many times it can be used — and each order ships for free.

We’ve rounded up our beauty must-haves, from our favorite everyday sunscreen to a splurge-worthy hair straightener. Let’s get glam. 

blush
Sephora

The Rare Beauty blush everyone loves…

If it’s good enough for Selena Gomez, it’s more than good enough for us. It’s highly pigmented, so just dab a few dots on your cheeks and blend out with a brush or Beautyblender. It comes in more than 10 shades, both matte and radiant, so you’re sure to find the right pigment for you. ($14+, Sephora)

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moisturizer
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A rich moisturizer for plump, hydrated skin…

Tatcha is a fan fave for a reason. This dewy moisturizer is great for anyone with dull, dry, or uneven skin. It feels like heaven thanks to the nutrient-rich formula with hyaluronic acid, algae, and squalane. We love that it comes with a little spoon so the tub remains germ-free. ($23+, Sephora)

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liner
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A lip liner that goes with your favorite lip product…

What we love about this easy-to-apply liner — aside from the universally flattering shade Pillow Talk — is how well it goes with the lip products we already use every day. Line your lips, then apply a gloss, lipstick, or even the Rhode Peptide Lip Treatment for a flawless look. We have one of these in every bag. ($25, Sephora)

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sunscreen
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A sunscreen that’s worth the hype…

Supergoop’s Glowscreen won Allure’s Best of Beauty Award in 2020 for good reason. The original is slightly tinted with a pearlescent finish that’s perfect for minimal makeup days, or as a primer underneath your foundation. Plus, the three new shades mean you’ll be able to find one that works for your skin tone. No matter what, the SPF 40 protects your skin, while the hyaluronic acid and niacinamide nourish and hydrate. ($22+, Sephora)

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shampoo
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A clarifying shampoo from Jen Atkin, the hair genius…

If you frequently use dry shampoo to stretch your blowout between washes, you’ll want to use a clarifying shampoo at least once a week to remove buildup and maintain a healthy scalp. This one is apple cider vinegar-based, but smells absolutely heavenly. The addition of keratin keeps hair thick and strong. ($14+, Sephora)

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body-scrub
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A body scrub for your softest skin ever…

This scrub works like magic to eliminate ingrown hairs, soothe bumps, and make skin baby soft. It has glycolic and lactic acids that gently exfoliate, removing any layers of dead skin. Use it one to two times a week, and you’ll wonder why you ever worried about razor bumps. ($12+, Sephora)

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beautyblender
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The original Beautyblender…

This sponge from Beautyblender has a teardrop shape so you’ll get the perfect application every time. Use it to apply cream or liquid formulas like concealer and foundation. The question is not whether you need a fresh one, but how many you should get to stock up. ($20, Sephora)

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straightener
Sephora

A straightener that needs no introduction…

Once we got our hands on the Dyson Airstrait™, our hair was never the same. It cuts our drying time in half (we can’t believe it either) and gives us the softest, sleekest, most frizz-free blowout, all within the comfort of our home. It also reduces heat damage, so just think how much good you’re doing for your locks. ($499, Sephora)

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lip-mask
Sephora

A cult-fave sleeping lip mask that smells ridiculously good…

Skimm HQr’s love — and we mean love — this famous Laneige lip mask. Put it on right before bed and wake up to smooth, supple lips in the morning. It’s as simple as that. Plus, you can wear it during the day for a glossy, healthy look. Your obsession will be real, we promise. ($24, Sephora)

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lotion
Sephora

A body lotion even lotion haters will love…

This formula with skin-healing niacinamide and peptides is light as air and dries almost instantly. Apply it when you hop out of the shower, and trust us, by the time you pull your clothes on, you won’t be sticky or tacky at all. Plus, it’s fragrance-free, so it’s safe for sensitive skin. ($12+, Sephora)

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foundation
Sephora

An oil-free foundation that’s like wearing silk…

Feeling like you’re wearing a lot of makeup? This formula literally melts into your face with light-to-medium coverage that allows the natural beauty of your skin to show through. It’s oil-free, so it won’t cause breakouts, but still gives you a dewy, radiant finish. Plus, it’s available in two sizes and over 20 shades. Find the one for you. ($45+, Sephora)

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hair-gel
Sephora

A hair gel for all your slicking-back needs...

This finishing gel is one of the easiest products we’ve ever used to achieve the perfect slicked-back look. You can apply it before brushing your hair back or use it as a final touch once your hair is already up. It’s water-based, so it won’t feel sticky or weigh your strands down, and can easily be brushed out at the end of the day. ($42, Sephora)

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brush
Sephora

A dual-ended brush for fine contouring…

This brush from makeup genius Patrick Ta is precise enough to contour your nose, but it’s also great for flawless concealer application. We love using it to gently blend under our eyes, effectively making our dark circles vanish. If you apply with this brush, your concealer will never crease, we promise. ($26, Sephora)

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highlighter
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A highlighter stick that defies all odds…

When we first tried this highlighter, we were baffled. How was it possible that a cream could look so incredibly dewy on our skin? Just a few swipes to the cheekbones give you that I-just-hopped-out-of-the-pool glow you can usually only achieve on vacation. It lights our skin from within, and it’s also pretty on our lids. What are you waiting for? ($25+, Sephora)

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lip-oil
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The TikTok-famous Dior Lip Oil...

No introduction necessary. This lip oil is the most moisturizing, non-sticky gloss we’ve ever used. It comes in several flattering shades, so pick your favorite and get ready for plump, juicy lips. Trust us, it’s worth the pretty penny. ($40, Sephora)

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