Beauty lovers, it’s time. Sephora’s highly anticipated semi-annual sale is here! Beginning April 5th for Sephora Collection items and Rouge members and April 9th for Beauty Insiders, The Sephora Savings Event is back, allowing us to shop our favourite beauty products and brands at a rare discount. Here’s how it works: Beauty Insiders will get 10% off, VIBs will get 15% off, Rouge members will get 20% off, and the Sephora Collection is 30% off for all members – just use code ‘YAYSAVE’ at checkout. Sign up here if you aren’t already a member; it’s free! From makeup and skincare to haircare and fragrance, we’ve rounded up 15 must-have beauty items you can snag during the sale.
Shop these must-have beauty items during the Sephora sale!
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Sephora‘s VIB sale is just around the corner. Beauty Insiders, mark your calendars! The Sephora Savings Event will run from April 9th to 15th for all members (sign up here if you aren’t already a member; it’s free!). Early access will begin April 5th for Rouge members (the highest tier of Beauty Insiders). Here’s how it works: Beauty Insiders will get 10% off, VIBs will get 15% off, Rouge members will get 20% off, and the Sephora Collection is 30% off for all members – just use code ‘YAYSAVE’ at checkout. It’s the perfect time to refresh your beauty stash for spring! To prep for the big sale, it’s a good idea to build your shopping basket beforehand.
Check out what’s in our Sephora basket:
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The highly anticipated Sephora Savings Event is coming up! Depending on your Beauty Insider status, you can receive 10%, 15%, or 20% off at Sephora between the dates of April 14th to April 24 (check to see what day the sale starts for you, as Rouge members get first dibs!). Oh, and did we mention, the Sephora Collection will be a special 30% off for all members?
As the beloved savings event approaches, it’s a good idea to start building your basket asap! There’s no better time than during the sale to stock up on the items you already love, as well as pick up some products you’ve yet to try out. We’ve rounded up some of our favourite Sephora picks that we think should definitely be in your basket in time for the Sephora Sale!
Here are our Sephora Sale picks!
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Finally, Canadians will be able to shop Glossier in person on February 23 at Sephora Canada!
The beauty brand has created a cult-like following and for good reason.
It’s launched super popular and viral products like the Cloud Paint and the Boy Brow.
It first started out with just four products back in 2014, and now spans all beauty categories like skincare, makeup, body, fragrance, and even a selection of apparel!
When it comes to makeup and beauty products, shopping online can be a bit tricky, and up until this partnership with Sephora Canada, Canadians weren’t able to shop the brand in person as there are no storefronts in the country. Which makes this launch all the more exciting!
There’s high anticipation for this partnership as Sephora Executive Vice President and Global Chief Merchandising Officer Artemis Patrick said in an email to Retail Dive, “As one of the most searched brands on Sephora.com we know our customers are going to be beyond excited to find their Glossier must-have products online, the Sephora App, and in our stores, while unlocking all the perks of our Beauty Insider program has to offer.”
Glossier will be available on Sephora’s website, app, and in most locations in Canada on February 23 – allowing you to touch, feel, and explore the products before you buy!
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year for all the beauty lovers out there! The Sephora Spring Savings Event is finally here. From now until April 11, use code SAVESPRING for 10% off of your entire purchase if you’re a Sephora Insider. Plus, if you’re a VIB or Rouge member, you’ll enjoy 15% or 20% off of your purchase respectively.
Here are the items that you need from the Sephora Spring Savings Event.
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While a bit of shopping at Sephora can act as the perfect retail therapy, it can also do some serious damage to your wallet. In an effort to be kinder to our wallets while exploring the luxury beauty aisles of Sephora stores, we’ve compiled a few tips to decrease your bill. Happy shopping and saving!
Here are tips to save money when shopping at Sephora.
Tip #1: Embrace Value Sets
Sephora is fantastic at curating limited edition value sets containing a mixture of items within a particular product category. Cosmetics within each Sephora Favourites set can range from trial size to full size and contain multiple colours, shades and/or formulas that will appeal to the broadest selection of customers, while still offering variety. Check the label on these Favourites Sets to reinforce just how much money you’re saving; it’s going to be a lot!
Tip #2: Try Before You Buy
Sephora always offers free samples of your favourite beauty and skincare items. Simply ask a store associate for some assistance and they’ll equip you with a sample to take home along with a printout of the product’s ingredients and usage instructions. If just one take-home sample size isn’t enough to give you a realistic impression of the product’s performance, return to the store for another sample. Quality cosmetics and skincare are not cheap. Don’t spend your money unless you know the item is right for you. Also, if you make a purchase online, be sure to check out the free samples section to add to your cart at checkout so you can try out even more items!
Tip #3: Shop Sephora Collection Items
The developers at Sephora really know their stuff! So much so that they take everything they’ve gathered about customer shopping behaviour and product preferences to create their very own beauty line. The Sephora Collection is expansive with over 500 unique items and offers everything from false lashes to night cream for half the price of neighbouring high-end cosmetics lines.
Tip #4: Keep Your Receipt
This Sephora shopping tip is a no brainer! This beauty mecca offers a killer return policy just in case the item you’ve picked up just doesn’t work for you. Always save your receipt and return your items for a full refund within 30 days.
Tip #5: Sign-Up To Be A Beauty Insider
Be sure to sign-up to be a Beauty Insider as there are a handful of deals that you’ll be able to snag. The Sephora VIB event usually happens around three times a year when you can save 10%, 15%, or 20% on your entire purchase, depending on your status. This is a great time to add all of the items you’ve been eyeing and get them at a discount. Plus, once your birthday rolls around, you’ll get to choose a free gift!
Tip #6: Use Coupon Codes
Don’t ever miss out on the chance to save more money easy savings if you’re shopping online at Sephora. Use browser extensions like Honey to search the web for extra coupon codes to use. Once coupons have been found, you can even head on over to the app and use it there so you can still earn Beauty Insider points! Plus, the code FREESHIP is typically active so you never have to pay for shipping.
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Calling all beauty fanatics! It’s definitely one of the best times of the year because the Sephora Spring Savings Event has officially arrived. From now until April 19, use code OMGSPRING to score 10% off of your entire purchase if you’re a Sephora Insider. Plus, if you’re a VIB or Rouge member, you’ll enjoy 15% or 20% off of your purchase respectively.
Here are the top items to shop at the Sephora Spring Savings Event.
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Let’s be real: Sephora’s Beauty Insider program is probably one of the greatest rewards programs out there. It gives you exclusive access to new products, coupon codes, a birthday gift, and once you have enough points, you get free sample-sized products. Its first tier “Beauty Insider” is free to join while the next two tiers (VIB and Rouge) require a minimum spend throughout the year. It’s safe to say that if Sephora is your go-to store for all things beauty, then you’ll want to join up quicker than you can say tinted moisturizer.
It’s just been announced today that Sephora is adding new perks to its legendary rewards program.
“Our goal is to create a multi-faceted and well-rounded program to cater to the changing needs of our clients. We know they want more ways to save and even more access to things like products, brand founders, services and one-of-a-kind experiences that are unique to Sephora,” said Allegra Stanley Krishnan, Vice President and General Manager of Loyalty at Sephora.
“We also know rewards that provide greater emotional and memorable experiences are the most meaningful for our clients, and we want to continue to deliver personalized experiences where our clients can choose what works best for their needs. The emotional component of loyalty is a vital driver of our loyalty program and what really matters most to our clients.”
Here are the changes coming to Sephora’s Beauty Insider program:
- Beauty Insider Cash: Members can use their hard-earned points to get instant savings at checkout; 500 points give members $10 off at checkout online and in-store – instantly
- Free Shipping: All members will now get free standard shipping; Rouge members can enjoy this perk with all purchases, VIB on purchases of $35 or more, and Insiders when they spend $50[1]
- Discount & Point Multiplier Events: Earn points faster and exchange points for savings during these new members-only events
- More Access to Samples
- New Birthday Gift Offerings: All members can choose from new categories including hair care and body care options from some of their favourite brands, including Briogeo, MILK Makeup and Sol De Janeiro
- Meet and Greets, Trips and More: As soon as social distancing restrictions are lifted, members will be able to exchange their points for exclusive experiences like a one-on-one meet-up with a brand founder, a facial from a skincare guru, or a chance to see how their favourite product is made. In the meantime, members can engage with all digitally-accessible rewards.
- First Access to Product: Rouge members get first access to the biggest product launches, beginning this fall
These new changes come into effect on May 29 across North America and as of right now, five Sephora stores have reopened in Ontario.
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It’s a situation any Sephora shopper knows too well: you meticulously place each product you have listed on the “to buy” list on your phone into your basket, only to be tempted last-minute to throw in some miniature travel-sized products from the checkout line.
Besides being adorably cute and tiny, these products are usually cheaper than their full-size counterparts and are a great way to test whether or not you like a product before splurging on the full-size. And of course, you can use them for all your upcoming vacations and carry-on only getaways, as they’ll make it past security with no issue. Keep reading to find out which items we recommend that you definitely pick up on your next trip to Sephora.
- LIVING PROOF PERFECT HAIR DAY DRY SHAMPOO MINI
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True fact: there’s nothing worse than being on vacation and not having time to wash your hair. Which is why this mini dry shampoo by Living Proof is an item you’ll be thankful you packed in your toiletry bag. Oh, and it smells amazing too.
Buy it: Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo Mini, $17.00, at Sephora
- CAUDALIE BEAUTY ELIXIR MINI
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Sure your friends and family are great, but Caudalie’s Beauty Elixir Mini is the ultimate travel companion. The lightweight mist is perfect for priming/setting makeup, and refreshing your makeup throughout the day to make it look like it was just applied.
Buy it: Caudalie Beauty Elixir Mini, $22.00, at Sephora
- MAKE UP FOR EVER ULTRA HD MICROFINISHING LOOSE POWDER MINI
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This finishing powder by Make Up For Ever has a cult following – and for good reason. It adds a sheer layer to help set your makeup flawlessly, and softens fine lines and pores in the process. Since the $44 full-sized version can be intimidating to a first-timer, we recommend trying out the mini version first to see if you like it (also 0.14 ounces is still going to last you a really long time).
Buy it: Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder Mini, $24.00, at Sephora
- LAURA MERCIER TINTED MOISTURIZER MINI
Laura Mercier’s tinted moisturizer is an old faithful in the beauty community, as it gives lightweight, flawless coverage while providing SPF protection. And seriously, how cute is the travel size?!
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Buy it: Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Mini, $29.00, at Sephora
- BECCA GLOW ON THE GO HIGHLIGHTER SET
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This set lets you try two different formulas of Becca’s iconic “Opal” highlighter shade. Try mixing the liquid highlighter in with your foundation for an all-over glow, and then dabbing a bit of the pressed powder above your cheekbones and browbones for an even glowier effect.
Buy it: Becca Glow on the Go Highlighter Set, $24.00, at Sephora
- SEPHORA COLLECTION READY IN 5 EYE BRUSH SET
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They may be little, but don’t discount them just yet: Sephora’s “Ready in 5” eye brush set has received stellar reviews online. The set also comes with a cute little pouch, making it extremely travel-friendly.
Buy it: Sephora Collection Ready in 5 Eye Brush Set, $25.00, at Sephora
- NARS BLUSH/BRONZER DUO MINI
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This mini Nars compact is a great way to try out their “Orgasm” blush and “Laguna” bronzer before committing to the full sizes. Which you are inevitably going to end up buying after trying this baby out.
Buy it: Nars Blush/Bronzer Duo Mini, $28.00, at Sephora
- MAISON MARGIELA ‘REPLICA’ BEACH WALK ROLLERBALL
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As we all know, rollerballs are extremely travel-friendly – which is why we’re grateful that Maison Margiela has bottled up their ‘Replica’ Beach Walk scent into one. It’s pretty much the perfect vacation scent if you ask us!
Buy it: Maison Margiela ‘Replica’ Beach Walk Rollerball, $34.00, at Sephora
Which travel-sized products from Sephora are your favourite? Let us know in the comments!
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When it comes to shopping at Sephora, it’s always a struggle knowing which products to buy. The rows of lipsticks and compacts illicit a high all beauty junkies know… the rush of finding a new product you’re obsessed with, and the satisfaction of buying a tried and true favourite.
What isn’t fun is the let down when you end up spending your hard earned cash on something that’s a total dud. While there’s no way of knowing every product you’ll like or dislike, this list will definitely help out.
Here are five products at Sephora that are worth every penny and five you shouldn’t buy:
WHAT YOU SHOULD BUY
If you asked me one thing I couldn’t live without, it would definitely be dry shampoo. Ever since the product hit the market, it’s been flying off the shelves; dishevelled hair has never been more in. Bumble and Bumble’s version may be $34, but it’s one of Sephora’s tried and true favourites, with a 4.5-star rating and over 10,000 website likes.
This shower gel is toted by fans as being incredible, with an almost 5-star rating. While the name states, ‘shower gel’, it’s more like a shower cream and is super hydrating. There’s nothing more irritating than lathering up in the shower and then feeling dry after.
Even if you’ve only shopped at Sephora a few times, I’m sure you’ve heard of the Naked Palette by Urban Decay. Call it the OG of eyeshadow palettes, but this bad boy is a must in anyone’s cosmetic bag with a whopping 8K reviews and 260K website likes.
If you’re looking for products that are good quality for not a bad price, Sephora’s in-house collection will surprise you. The majority of their products, ranging from cosmetics to brushes, and everything in between, have at least a 4-star rating if not higher. See the highest rated Sephora brand products here.
While Benefit sure knows how to hype up a product, many of them are worth the noise, especially the ka-BROW Brow Gel. Nowadays, a makeup look isn’t complete without a badass brow! Top beauty blogger Desi Perkins even lists it as one of the top beauty essentials she can’t live without.
WHAT YOU SHOULD SKIP
Okay, I know a lot of people are going to have a difference of opinion on this, but I just can’t get behind the $26 price tag. If paying that much for what is essentially a sponge doesn’t give you anxiety, then go for it… otherwise, there are SO MANY good beauty blender dupes out there.
While a lot of people love this hair scrub and gave it a good review, a lot of other people also hated it and gave it a bad review. One person on the Sephora forum even listed it as “a purchase they regret the most,” “expensive product that wasn’t worth it”, as well as “the most hyped product that didn’t live up to its reputation.” Given that it’s $67, I’d recommend avoiding this one.
Fenty Beauty has been making waves in the industry and I will agree that the majority of the line’s skin-focused products are amazing. The Galaxy Eye Shadow Palette? – not so much. Reviewers on Makeupalley and Sephora forums have informed us on how “none of the colours have a lot of pigment” and that “it’s a dud.”
Deluxe Sample Sephora Lipsticks
It isn’t so much a complaint about the actual formula of the lipsticks, but more the design of the shipping container. A number of customers complained about lipsticks being broken upon unpacking them, mainly in regards to beauty box subscriptions. Either the lipstick packaging needs an update, or Sephora needs to ship them differently.
Natasha Denona Masquerade Mascara
DO NOT buy this mascara! It may be one of the lowest ranking products at Sephora with only a 1 star rating. The few reviews that it does have on the website caution about how clumpy and disappointing it is. Considering that it’s $31 (more than double the price of a drugstore mascara), I would definitely skip.
If you’re looking for more advice and reviews on Sephora products head over to the Sephora Community: this forum, in particular, is super helpful.
Have you tried any of these products? Share with us your experience in the comments section.
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