The holidays are fast approaching. You know what that means- it’s time for the Sephora Holiday Sale!
Just like the annual spring sale, the Holiday Sale offers Sephora rewards members a discount based on rewards tier levels as follows:
Rouge: 20% off from 11/5-11/15
VIB: 15% off from 11/9-11/15
Insider: 10% off from 11/11-11/15
This year, Sephora is also offering 30% off all items from Sephora Collection. These deals can be accessed by applying the promo code YAYHOLIDAY to your shopping cart.
Without further ado, here are my top recommendations for 2021’s Sephora Holiday Sale.
Value & Gift Sets
Holiday value and gift sets are a fantastic way to grab full or travel size versions of products at a steep discount.
Every holiday season, I always pick up one or two gift sets. This allows me to experiment with new products without spending too much money. It’s a low-risk way to try something new without the commitment of purchasing a full-size version.
First Aid Beauty FAB Skin on the Horizon Gift Set
Try 5 top skincare favorites from beauty company First Aid Beauty in this festive holiday gift set.
Sephora Favorites Holiday Cologne Sampler Set
Sephora’s cologne and perfume samplers are a great way to try out different scents before purchasing a new bottle. Inside your kit, you receive several samples of popular colognes or perfumes plus a voucher you can exchange for a full-size bottle of your choice.
Every couple of years, I buy one of these for my boyfriend Stephen. These make fantastic gifts for family, friends, or your significant other- or you can pick one up for yourself!
Tatcha Purify, Treat + Hydrate Trio
Tatcha is a skincare company from Japan that manufactures clean beauty products. The Purify, Treat + Hydrate Trio contains 3 products containing nourishing Japanese ingredients designed to treat dry skin. Many people’s skin gets drier during cool winter months, so it’s the perfect time to snatch up this gift set.
Honorable Mentions
Other standout holiday beauty sets include a lip mask set from Laneige, a mascara vault from Too Faced, and more below.
Holiday Palettes
Every year, beauty brands use the holidays to launch beautiful limited edition face and eyeshadow palettes that will take your breath away.
Pat McGrath Labs MTHRSHP Mega: Celestial Odyssey Eyeshadow Palette
While there were many beautiful holiday palettes on the market in 2021, the Pat McGrath Labs MTHRSHP: Mega Celestial Odyssey eyeshadow palette was at the top of my list. Not only is it stunning, it’s also regularly priced at $78, which is more than I usually spend on eyeshadow palettes. With the discount from the holiday sale, the palette costs $62.40 which is a bit more affordable.
Patrick Ta Major Headlines Blush Palette
Another stunning limited edition holiday release is the Patrick Ta Major Headlines Blush Palette. Containing 3 powder and 3 cream blushes, you can combine textures to create a matte or luminous finish.
Honorable Mentions
Other exciting holiday palettes include the Too Faced Christmas in the City Makeup Set, the Pat McGrath Labs Divine Blush + Glow Trio, and more!
Try Something New
Every year during the Sephora Holiday Sale, I try to pick up one or two items that I haven’t tried before to freshen up my makeup routine. This year I chose a couple of new lipsticks along with a new moisturizer.
Too Faced Lady Bold Cream Lipstick
Recently released, the Too Faced Lady Bold Cream Lipstick comes in 12 stunning shades. The eponymous color “Lady Bold” was too gorgeous not to snap up!
Fresh Lotus Anti-Aging Night Moisturizer
The Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Dream Face Cream is designed to moisturize your face overnight and prevent dry, dull, and puffy skin. Bonus: it’s supposed to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles!
Huda Beauty Power Bullet Matte Lipstick
A cult favorite, the Huda Beauty Power Bullet Matte Lipstick has been on my wish list for several months now. It has a great reputation as a top long-lasting matte lipstick, so I’m excited to give it a try!
Honorable Mentions
While I experimented with new lipstick and skincare in 2021, in past Holiday Sales I’ve tried out new eyeshadow palettes or even purchased new hair tools. Here are a few fun products for you to choose from if you’re looking for something different.
Restock Old Favorites
The Sephora Holiday Sale is a great opportunity to restock some of your favorite beauty products at a discount. Typically, I grab a few items that I use over and over again to save money on beauty purchases throughout the year.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Definer
Brow products are a staple of my beauty routine, causing me to go through brow products pretty quickly. Every time Sephora has a sale, I always snap up a couple Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Definer pencils. It’s nice to have extras on hand- I’ll definitely use them!
Urban Decay All Nighter Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray
Another staple beauty product that I always restock is Urban Decay’s All Nighter Setting Spray. This year you can pick up a single spray for $26.40 or a pack of two for $33.60.
Verb Hydrating Hair Treatment Mask
An old favorite of mine, the Verb Hydrating Hair Treatment Mask is an integral part of my hair care routine. This hair mask is fantastic at giving moisture to dry, brittle hair- perfect for winter months or for anyone with highlighted hair.
Honorable Mentions
Other great staple products to restock on during the Sephora Holiday Sale include your favorite skincare products or foundation. Shop some of my frequently used products below.
