Below, I have curated a list of my personally-vetted, all-time-favorite products to buy at Sephora. They are all things that I OWN, USE, and LOVE.
I get sent a lot of products, and I try a lot of products (I have a Sephora section in my apartment). I’ve seen it all! And as always I am very thankful anytime you choose to shop with my links -> I make a small commission and it keeps KATWALKSF going.
So, without further ado, here’s my list of picks for the Sephora Savings Event.
I am a BIG fan of the SEPHORA COLLECTION Best Skin Ever Liquid Foundation. It’s $20 (+30% off), it has over 500 reviews and it is a staple in my makeup routine -> mix it with the Iconic London Illuminator Liquid Highlight and you will be GLOWING.
and if you are in the market for a fresh brush set the SEPHORA COLLECTION has the BEST brushes and EVERYTHING IS 30% OFF
Sephora Savings Event
Body
I’d go straight to the Nécessaire – The Body Ritual Set. This set has all my Nécessaire favorites: the body wash, the body lotion, the body exfoliator, and the body serum in a travel-friendly size at a great price. An excellent introduction to the brand.
Are you suffering from dry hands thanks to the constant use of hand sanitizer? SAME. The nécessaire hand cream is THE BEST. This fast-absorbing, daily moisturizer with peptides and multi-vitamins is just what the doctor ordered!
and if you don’t have at least one Donna Karen cashmere mist deodorant in your basket are we even homies?
Serums
The Clarins Double Serum Complete Anti-Aging Concentrate is a SPLURGE, but a worthy splurge at that. This two-in-one formula with 21 potent plant extracts, including turmeric, for visibly smoother, firmer, more radiant skin—now in a luxury size (+ the discount). Not ready to make the splurge? Try the Clarins Skincare Essentials Kit. In addition to the serum, it also has the cult favorite V-Facial Intensive Wrap Mask.
Hair
OLAPLEX OLAPLEX OLAPLEX -> stock up on OLAPLEX this is a MUST!
olaplex has completely transformed my hair. Save over $24 before on the Healthy Hair Essentials set. This limited-edition kit includes a shampoo, a conditioner, a perfector, and an oil.
the new OLAPLEX purple shampoo is on the top of my wishlist
AQUIS-> this super light and comfortable hair towel will reduce hair drying time by up to 50 percent! You read that right! This towel is PURE magic and makes an excellent gift for that one person on your list that is impossible to shop for.
let’s talk apple cider vinegar -> the dpHue Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse is a must! Say goodbye to all the gunk and grime in your hair after all the dry shampoo + products with this rinse.
Hair
my hair care routine (when I wash my hair)
out of the shower, I mix the Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil with the No. 6 Bond Smoother Reparative Styling Creme. this is an epic combo. 10/10 <- highly recommend.
next up ->
KÉRASTASE Blond Absolu Heat Protecting Serum -> this is my holy grail heat protectant. This one is only for the blondes -> and I guarantee that this lightweight, heat-protecting primer will give you flawless blonde results.
followed by ->
KÉRASTASE Mousse Bouffante Volumizing Hair Mousse -> I know what is it 1983?!? I thought the same thing when my stylist told me that he was putting it in my hair, but trust and believe this is a product that you NEED. Put a golf size amount in your palm, work it in all over your hair, and this volumizing mousse plumps from your roots to your ends! It gives you flexible movement, UV protection, and heat protection with a soft feel.
Dry Shampoo -> for the days when you just don’t want to wash your hair
the Living Proof PhD Dry Shampoo Duo is a MUST! This set already sold out at Nordstrom and is an absolute YES! Snag this set for $35 (a $52 value) before the discount!
ready to REALLY splurge? this is the one sale where one Dyson item is included in the discount. the Dyson pieces normally go quickly and if they do you can always check Nordstrom Rack. They have the BEST prices on refurbished pieces from the entire collection.
Hair
not ready to drop $399 on a hair dryer? Snag this -> T3 Cura Professional Digital Ionic Hair Dryer
looking for easy beachy waves? Get this -> T3 SinglePass Wave Professional Tapered Ceramic Styling Wand -> this wand is so EASY to use!
Makeup
I am by NO means a makeup artist but I do have a handful of VERY loyal makeup favorites that I ALWAYS snag during the sephora saving event ->
a glamsquad makeup artist suggested this primer and trust and believe me when I tell you that I love this primer! Your makeup will not move with this! OMG and they have a gift set! Get the set!
Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Perfect Glow Flawless Oil-Free Foundation – she’s expensive and yet I keep coming back for more year after year…she’s that good!
looking for full coverage foundation? head straight here
do I walk around with JUST this eyelash primer on 99% of the time? yes! hard YES. But that’s purely a user error! I love this product and it comes in a set too!
Charlotte Tilbury is my queen, icon, and legend. She takes all of my money during the sephora savings event! Here’s what I keep in my beauty bag 24/7 ->
Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder – the BEST setting powder
Mini Filmstar Bronze & Glow Contour Duo – always in my bag! this is the bronzer they use on JLo
Walk of No Shame Eye + Lip Set
Fragrance
the TOCCA Florence Rollerball is ALWAYS in my bag! Florence is a classic floral fragrance that captures your effortless charm. Inspired by the style and sophistication of the city of Paris, Florence is a chic blend of bright bergamot, lush pear, and delicate gardenia. A timeless indulgence you’ll fall in love with again and again.
throw this in your clutch or carry-on, my go-to travel fragrance!
you can’t go wrong with classic Ralph Lauren Romance <- my go-to for years
more on my favorite smells here
Gift Sets