The Sephora Spring Savings Event is here!! This is such a fun time of year to stock up on your favorites OR save on something new you need. This year I am really slowing my roll on how much I am buying. I am trying to make my Sephora sale purchases more purposeful.
They roll this sale out in stages, Rouge members can start saving 20% 4/5/24–4/15/24, VIB and Beauty Insiders can save 15% or 10% 4/9/24–4/15/24. The discount is applied at checkout using code: YAYSAVE You can go ahead and build your carts now for stress-free shopping later. Just log in to your account!
SKINCARE & PREP.
Tula Cult Classic Face Wash – A cult classic for a reason. I use it, Kiersten uses it, Audrey & Rigo use it, it’s a fan fave over here. It doesn’t dry my skin out but still purifies it with glycolic acid! This has been a staple in my routine for yearsssss at this point. If you haven’t tried it you need to! If you have super sensitive skin just add to your rotation and use every other night or as needed for exfoliation.
Paulas Choice 2% BHA – A MUST IN GLASSY SKIN ROUTINE!!!! If you buy one thing get this, but ease into it. You don’t need to dive into using it every day right off the bat especially if you have sensitive skin. This will make the biggest difference in your texture and overall brightness.
Good Genes All in One AHA Lactic Acid Treatment – Lactic acid can be favorable for those with more sensitive skin. I use both BHA and AHA in my routines but if you’re new to skincare start with one! This treatment is great for fine lines, wrinkles, dryness, and overall skin texture. Start with the mini to see if you love it! It will last a while.
Cushion Cream Moisturizer – If you could feel this moisturizer you would immediately be sold. The consistency is so great (like a cushion lol) and as it dries down there is a slight tackiness that helps makeup sit flawlessly over top. If you’re looking for a lighter moisturizer from Summer Fridays try the Cloud Dew.
Kiehls Ultra Facial Cream – The Ultra Facial Cream is perfect for everyday, lightweight but deeply moisturizing. If you need an extra boost in PM add the Advanced Repair Cream, this cream is great for sensitive skin and is extremely hydrating on its own. I used the Advanced Repair Cream when my skin was feeling super sensitive and reactive.
Jet Lag Overnight Eye Serum – You know and love the Jet Lag Mask, now they have an intensely hydrating eye serum! It contains a gentle retinol that will help with fine lines and wrinkles without being overly harsh on the eye area.
Rose Glow + Get It Eye Balm – I love this product in conjunction with a moisturizing eye cream. This is hydrating (moisturizing and hydrating are different and you need both!). I love the caffeine in this for waking up my eyes and the tone of it gives a bright glow. Great for under makeup.
Hydrabarrier Nourishing Face Oil – A newer addition to my glassy skin routine but a great one! Adding in an oil can really help your skin barrier by locking in all the hydrating and moisturizing steps you did before!
Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF 50 – Applies perfectly over makeup and is so easy to pop in your bag with no worries of spilling and making a mess. Great for pool days and when you need intense protection.
Mineral Magic Sunscreen – Mineral sunscreen is the way to go! This has a nice peachy tone that just balances your skin tone but doesn’t add any coverage. Great for no makeup days but evening out your skin and giving it a glow!
Hourglass vanish airbrush primer — Silky smooth and makes such a nice lit-from-within base! Subtly makes light refract and brings light to your face. I love this for a subtle glow.
HigherDose Red Light Mask — I love adding a red light mask to my routine, it truly has made a difference and is a fun addition to winding down. Red light can help with fine lines and penetrate deep into your skin to help encourage collagen production. I also use the DR Jart Mask it is almost $100 more though so I wanted to give both options as I know they’re both great.
FOUNDATION & CONCEALER.
Haus Labs Foundation — Super similar to the Armani Beauty luminous silk foundation that I absolutely love. I wear shade 250 Light/Medium, but I do fluctuate between shades especially as I get into summer. This is currently the top of the pyramid for me lol. I reach for it every day. If you are only getting one foundation this is my recommendation.
Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Longwear Foundation – Oil-free and long-wearing. This works for all skin types but is great for those with combo to oily skin or prone to breakouts. I find this foundation lasts really long on the skin, is weightless full coverage, and is transfer-resistant. I recommend this one for super long days where you need full coverage and need your makeup to not budge.
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation – I wear shade 6.5. This was my number 1 foundation for a long time, and I still absolutely love it, but I am reaching for the Haus Labs more lately. I think it’s important to pay attention to where your skin is at and adjust your products from there! Sometimes I need the luminous finish of Giorgio Armani and sometimes I need the velvet natural finish of Teint Idole.
Hourglass Airbrush Concealer – I am OBSESSED with this concealer. It has such great coverage but does not dry out your under eyes and blends like a dream, it’s also very buildable. I have found the best luck with their shades as well, lately, I am noticing concealers looking more yellow under my eyes and hourglass has great neutral options.
Revealer Super Creamy + Brightening Concealer – This concealer has caffeine and hyaluronic acid, it literally feels like skincare!! So not only are you getting concealer, you’re getting a product that is putting in work under your eyes. Love how creamy this concealer is. I find myself reaching for it on more lightweight makeup days and then spot-concealing on my face.
Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray – A setting spray is a must in your makeup routine if you want the products to look like skin and not just sit on top. This “marries” all the products together and makes everything look seamless. I love using this multiple times in between steps of my makeup routine.
POWDERS.
Givenchy Prisme Libre Loose Setting Powders – My current favorite powder and one of the top 5 products I recommend for a “glass skin” makeup look. I’ll link the video I have on that here.
Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder – Added this back to my rotation lately because it’s easy to toss in your bag and use on the go. I forgot how much I love the finish of this powder. Great for touch-ups throughout the day.
HUDA Powder – I use the shade “cupcake” when I wear this powder. I reach for this when I am going for a full glam-snatched look.
EYES.
Lancome Lash Idole Mascara – A tried and true mascara that I always go back to when I need something I can count on. The wand is curved and more of a silicone-type feel vs fibers. I love this mascara for lifting and separating my lashes.
Better Than Sex Liner – The best liquid liner. I’ve used it for years now!
Master Metallics Eyeshadow Palette – Such a fun addition to my palette collection. This is a palette I’d recommend if you already have your base palettes as this one really will just enhance any eye look but I wouldn’t use it for a complete look on its own.
Armani Beauty Liquid Eyeshadow — This is such a unique product!! They have matte options and shimmer options. This is easily a one-swipe and dab-in-with-your-finger type of product. So easy to use and gives great dimension.
Hourglass Cream Eyeshadow – Ohhhhh I love this for a lid topper!!! Again, just use your finger and dab this on top of any look to add a gorgeous shimmery wet look.
Lash Curler – a good lash curler is KEY to the perfect lashes!
HAIR.
Olaplex No 3 – Great for repairing damaged or colored hair. Use as directed on damp hair (the ends not the root) and 1 time a week! Another great alternative to this product would be the K-18, also available at Sephora. I find they both give amazing results so I would recommend choosing based on your needs and price point! The K-18 is a touch more expensive per oz.
Oribe Gold Lust Shampoo & Conditioner — This combo is for repairing and restoring. I previously used the yellow bottle for blonde hair but I’m no longer using that one since my hair is brown again! T
Dae Stargloss Shine Treatment — A pre-wash hydrating treatment (this whole line is hydrating). I love this for slick back buns while trying to repair and hydrate my hair. This helps tame frizz and increase shine.
ColorWOW Dream Coat Supernatural Spray – This anti-frizz spray is amazing and a staple in my routine. You actually only need to use it once every 3 washes! It smooths hair and is activated when you blow-dry or heat-style your hair.
Essence Absolue Noursishing Hair Oil — Helps with dryness, frizz and added extra shine (do you see a theme here haha). I really reach for product that help reduce frizz. It’s humid here and that really just makes my hair even wilder than it already is. This product also protects against head up to 450!
Monsoon Moisture Mask – Such a hydrating product!!! If you have fine hair I would skip this though as it’s super intensive and will probably be too heavy a product for your hair. Medium to thick this is a winner for you. This will last you foreverrrr because you really only need to do a hydrating mask that is this hydrating 1x a week max (unless you have super dry damaged hair).
GHD Curling Iron – I love this curler and it has been my go-to since I purchased it. The one I use is the 1.25 and I also use it as a wand also (just wrap your hair around the barrel).
Dyson Hair Dryer – If you want to splurge now is the time when you can get a good $$$ off! I also recommend the Dyson Airwrap it’s also a splurge but if you’ve been wanting it grab it because why not save $$$.
Blowout Brush Pro – game changer for speeding up the drying process while giving yourself an easy blowout. If you don’t want to commit to the dyson price & technique of round brushing this is a great alternative. I use on hair that has been air drying for a bit so not fresh out of the shower.
BODY.
Boardwalk Delight Hair & Body Mist – Just do it, such a sweet scent & I always get questions when I wear it. Love that I can use on hair and body.
BumBum Cream – The smell alone makes this one a winner, but it’s expensive so it’s definitely one to purchase during the sale! This body lotion soaks into the skin leaving it hydrated, glowy, and plump. Does it firm up my booty? Yeah, I don’t think so but the smell is divine and the hydration is A+. If you’re on the fence try the travel size and see if it’s worth it for you.
Fenty Butta Drop Whipped Oil Body Cream – The name says it all, it’s a whipped texture that just melts into your skin. Pro tip: apply all your skincare when your skin is still damp!! Fresh out of the shower to lock in all the moisture. I love the texture of this lotion, it is thicker than the Bum Bum cream but doesn’t feel like it sits on top of your skin. Both are sold in tubs.
First Aid Beauty KP cream – Those little bumps on the back of your arms? Yeah, I have them too. They’re called Keratosis Pilaris! The best way to get rid of them is by using a physical exfoliant (sugar scrub, wash cloth, etc..) and a chemical exfoliant (moisturizer that contains Lactic Acid, AHA, etc..). This product is made especially for this problem and I love it!!
Ouai Body Wash – Such a good gentle body wash with a subtle smell that I feel stays throughout the day. Love the lather this creates without drying out my skin. Plus moisturize with any of the ones I recommended above and you’ll be smelling heavenly. This body wash is a splurge, I know, but if you’ve had your eye on it then order it when you can save $$$.