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Holiday Gift Sets for Every Budget | SEPHORA VIB Sale 2020

SEPHORA VIB Sale Holiday Gift Recommendations

Part two of my SEPHORA VIB Sale anthology, if you will, is going to highlight some of the best holiday gift sets for every budget. In my last post I let you in on some of the things I’m considering picking up for myself during the sale. But today it’s all about others. One of my favorite ways to take advantage of the fall SEPHORA VIB sale is to stock up Christmas gifts for others (ok maybe me too if they’re really good.) There are so many sets for every budget. And this year, there are some really good ones!

You can reference this post for basic sale information including dates, codes, and discounts: SEPHORA VIB Sale Wishlist + Sale Info.

$25 and under | SEPHORA holiday gift sets

sephora holiday gift sets under $25

Rare Beauty Lip + Cheek Mini Duo*: I’m hoping to get my review up soon, but I have been loving the Rare Beauty products. This mini set contains one mini dewy lip balm in Thankful* (a nude mauve) and one mini liquid blush in Bliss* (matte nude pink.) I’ve been enjoying the lip balms as they’re hydrating and the perfect amount of glossy. And the colors are pretty and easily wearable. The blushes I really enjoy. You need the smallest amount to get even color across the cheek. I think the value here is great, especially considering you only need the smallest amount of blush. It’ll last you a long time.

SEPHORA Collection Mini Facial Roller Set*: I’ve spoken about jade rollers here before. And when I saw this set, my mind immediately jumped to stocking stuffers. This set would be so good to split up into three separate gifts. I’m a big fan of theme gifts, so grab this set, a few sheet masks, headbands or hair ties, and you’ve got yourself three gifts for friends!

Related post: WTF Is a Jade Roller?

SEPHORA Favorites Mini Mistle Glow Clean Highlight Set*: This cute little holiday gift set contains a trio of highlighting products for the face and lips. For $25, you’ll get a full size Tower 28 lip gloss in Magic*, deluxe size Farsali Rose Gold Elixir*, and a deluxe Milk Makeup Highlighter in Lit*. I’ve never personally used the Farsali Elixir, but it looks like a hydrating beauty oil. I am a huge fan of the Tower 28 gloss formula, and I do think the Milk Makeup highlight is a really pretty and natural cream highlight.

Related post: The Best High End Lip Gloss Formulas

Bite Beauty Mini Sunset Superbloom Outburst Longwear Lip Stain Trio*: I think Bite always has the cutest little holiday sets. This one is a particularly good deal, in my opinion. It’s a trio of their lip stains*. You get a full size in Sangria Slush and two minis in Strawberry Frozé and Orange Fizz. The formula of these is really lightweight and pigmented as well as hydrating and comfortable, and it leaves behind an even stain on the lip as it fades. Considering a full size lip stain is $24, I think this is a great value with those extra two minis.

$50 and under | SEPHORA holiday sets

sephora holiday gift sets under $50

Rare Beauty Best of Rare Beauty Lip + Cheek Set*: I know I included a smaller duo from Rare Beauty, but I think this one is a good value too. It’s a 4-piece set unlike the last 2-piece set. This one comes with 4 travel size items: my 2 favorite liquid blushes in Joy* (dewy peach) and Love* (matte terracotta), 1 cream lipstick in Transform* (deep wine), and 1 dewy lip balm in Support* (plum brown.) I think this is a great set for someone who wants to try a variety of the products from this new line. If this set would have been available when I was making a purchase to sample the brand, I’d have definitely picked it up.

Benefit Great Brow Basics*: This is on my wishlist, so you know I’m eyeing this. You’re getting a full size Gimme Brow* (one of my favorite brow products) and a full size Goof Proof* brow pencil and a mini Precisely My Brow*. The value is pretty good. You get the whole set for $36 for a value of about $60. I don’t think that’s a bad price tag.

AS A REFRESHER: Goof Proof Brow Pencil fills and shapes brows with a waterproof formula. Precisely My Brow draw thin, natural-looking, hair-like strokes with a smudge proof formula. And Gimme Brow Gel brushes on for fuller looking brows. Together, it’s a full brow routine allowing you to achieve any brow style from full to feathery.

Wander Beauty Eye-tinerary Mascara Duo*: These are two of my favorite mascaras, and I’m really tempted to pick this up. The set includes the Mile High Club mascara* which, in my opinion, gives you really fluttery and flirty, natural looking lashes. I loved wearing this on no makeup days. You’ll also get the Unlashed mascara* which is really good for giving you dark, dramatic, and full lashes. Both are smudge-proof, and I never noticed any flaking or running under the eye. As for the value, the set is $30 with a $50 value. Does it get better than that?

Laura Mercier Mini Stargazer Caviar Stick Quartet*: This set would be another good one to split up or serve as one gift for someone who loves cream shadows. This set contains 4 mini Caviar Sticks in Amethyst, Au Naturel, Magnetic Pink, and Intense Rose Gold. I love this product. They’re very pigmented and buildable. I love using these as part of a one product eye look. And I like that there are two neutral colors that would be good for day and then two brighter, bolder colors.

The value on this set is really good. The full size Caviar Sticks are $29 a piece for .05 oz. of product. The minis in this set are .03 oz. equating to about $17 per stick. And the set is $35, so it’s a really good deal.

Charlotte Tilbury Mini Pillow Talk Lip Set*: One type of gift I like giving is product from luxury brands. It’s usually something a lot of people wouldn’t buy themselves, so it’s a nice treat. I think this set from Charlotte Tilbury would be a great gift for a beauty lover. You get 4 best selling lip products, all in the iconic shade Pillow Talk, for $45. In this set, you’ll receive one full size Matte Revolution Lipstick*, and a mini Lip Cheat Lip Liner*, Jewel Lip Gloss*, and Collagen Lip Bath Gloss*. Again, the value is there; the lipstick alone costs $34.

I recently purchased the mini duo* from the brand with a mini lipstick and liner in Pillow talk or I’d have considered picking this up!

$75 and under | SEPHORA holiday gift sets

sephora holiday gift sets under $75

Tatcha Dewy Skin Favorites on the Go*: I always love Tatcha’s gift sets. I think its a great way to sample the brand and familiarize yourself with the products. And since they’re quite pricey full size, sampling first isn’t a bad idea. This on the go set contains three fan favorites (theirs and mine): The Serum Stick*, Luminous Dewy Skin Mist*, and The Liquid Silk Canvas*.

I love all three of these products. The Serum Stick is really good for quick hydration. I usually keep it in overnight bags or my purse and use it for under my eyes and on my forehead if I don’t have anything else or am in a hurry. The Dewy Skin Mist is a spritz of dewy hydration. And The Liquid Silk Canvas is a seriously good primer; it blurs everything to a velvety smooth finish.

Summer Fridays The Hydration Set*: This is a newer brand to me, but I think this set would make for a great gift. It contains a mini size Jet Lag Mask*, which I really love as an overnight, hydrating mask. It also comes with a mini CC Me Vitamin C Serum* and Lip Butter Balm*, neither of which I have tried but want to.

Peter Thomas Roth Full-Size Gel Eye Patch Party*: This is probably one of the holiday gift sets this year that gives you the most bang for your buck. I love hydra-gel masks, especially eye masks. And Peter Thomas Roth makes some of my favorites. This set is such an amazing value, and can be gifted together or split up into three separate gifts. This set comes with 3 full-size packs of hydra-gel masks.

The 24K Gold* patches firm and life the eye area for a youthful appearance; the Cucumber De-Tox* patches provide natural hydration and help reduce puffiness; and the Water Drench* (my favorite) patches drench skin with hydration.

The value is awesome. This holiday gift set costs $75, but each pack of patches costs around $50!

Replica Deluxe Mini Coffret Set*: I think Replica’s fragrances are such a beautiful gift, but fragrance can be very personal and tricky to gift. That’s why I love sets like this. These Maison Margiela fragrances truly do transport you to another place, creating a multi-sensational experience through smell. This set contains:

  • Beach Walk
  • Jazz Club
  • Lazy Sunday Morning
  • By the Fireplace.

Give the fragrance descriptions* a read; they’re so alluring. Not to mention the packaging is beautiful and would look gorgeous on display.

Nudestix Matinee to Soiree by Allana Davison*: Even if you or your gift recipient isn’t a fan of Youtuber Allana Davison who curated this set, I still think it’d be a really great bang for your buck and make an amazing gift. The 7-piece set includes a full size:

I love Nudestix products. They’re easy to use and the quality is great. And for $75, you’re getting an almost $200 value!

$100 and under | SEPHORA holiday sets

sephora holiday gift sets under $100

Fresh Self-Care Masking Set*: I bought this set last year, and I really enjoy it. While I’m not going to pick it up again, I think it’d be a great gift to either break apart or give to one person. It comes with mini sizes of the Sugar Face Polish*, Black Tea Firming Overnight Mask*, Black Tea Instant Perfecting Mask*, and my favorite, the Rose Face Mask*.

Related post: The Best Hydrating Face Masks

Amika New York Minute Blow Dry Holiday Set*: Another one of the high value holiday gift sets is this one from Amika. If someone on your list has been eyeing a blow-dryer brush, you may consider this set from Amika. The blow-dryer brush* alone is $100, the cost of the set, but you’ll also receive a full size Perk Up Dry Shampoo* and Anti-Humidity Spray* for $99.

Tatcha Ritual for Radiance*: Again, I love Tatcha sets. They’re luxurious products and make for great gifts. This discovery set includes travel sizes of:

The Rice Polish is one of my favorite exfoliating products, and I’m really got along well with the cleansing oil and Violet-C mask. Together, these products give the skin a hydrated, radiant glow.

Chloe Signature Set*: I’m a little biased, because this is my signature scent. But I do think the fragrance is classic and feminine and would work for a lot of different people. And the packaging is gorgeous. This set contains a full size perfume as well as a travel size. As for value, it’s not the best. You’re only saving about $15, but sometimes gifts that offer a pleasant opening experience are worth it too.

Hopefully this gift guide for holiday gift sets at every budget was helpful and makes your holiday shopping easier. Do any of these holiday gift sets interest you?

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SEPHORA VIB Sale Wishlist | SEPHORA Holiday Event 2020

sephora vib sale wishlist

SEPHORA generally has two major sale events per year, one in the spring and one in the fall. And I believe this “Holiday Event” is the fall sale. Since they do two sales per year, I tend to do two recommendation posts per year. But sometimes that gets a little repetitive. So I try to put a unique spin on each recommendations post. For the spring sale, I offered up some of my coziest suggestions — since many of us were at the very beginning stages of shut down due to Covid and spending a lot more time at home. For this sale, I think I’m going to break it into two parts. 1) My SEPHORA VIB Sale Wishlist with all the goodies I’m eyeing for the sale. And 2) a holiday gift guide with gifts and sets that are even better with a discounted price tag.

Today we’re talking about some of my SEPHORA VIB sale wishlist items!

the VIB sale basics –

As usual, let’s outline the basics of the SEPHORA VIB Sale before we get to the wishlist items.

  • Rouge level will save 20% with code HOLIDAYFUN from 10/30-11/9.
  • VIB level will save 15% with code HOLIDAYFUN from 11/3-11/9.
  • Insider level will save 10% with code HOLIDAYFUN from 11/5-11/9.

The code is multi-use and can be redeemed online or in stores. You can visit this* SEPHORA page for more information/exclusions.

My SEPHORA VIB sale wishlist | Holiday 2020 event

sephora vib sale wishlist

[ makeup ]

Honestly, there’s so much makeup I’m interested in right now. But these are a few I am thinking about picking up in the sale.

Pat McGrath Mothership V Eye Shadow Palette*: I have been eyeing Pat McGrath palettes* for years! But they are quite pricey. However, I recently figured I’ve been wanting one so badly, and I’ve paid for a Natasha Denona palette before. And these shadows, to me, look so special. So now is the time! I decided on the Mothership V* because the colors just look amazing. They’re bronzy and crimson, and I’m all about those shades, especially in the fall.

Huda Beauty Haze Obsessions Palettes in Sand Haze* and Khaki Haze*: A few more palettes I’m eyeing are these new ones from Huda. I’ve been intrigued by some of Huda’s color stories, but these grungey fall tones are speaking to me right now. The Sand Haze* is full of mauve and purple shades and the Khaki Haze* palette leans more smokey with dark browns and gold colors that I think will make amazing one and done products.

Benefit Great Brow Basics Pencil + Gel Set*: I try not to buy a ton of holiday sets for myself, because it’s just not always worth it when you have a sizeable collection. But this one I’m definitely going to be getting. I just ran out of my Precisely My Brow pencil and my Gimme Brow gel. This set contains a full-size Gimme Brow*, full-size Goof Proof Brow Pencil*, and mini Precisely My Brow Pencil*. I’ve never used Goof Proof, but I like the shape from the photos. And it’s only $36, which is such a good deal for 2 full-size products!

ROEN Kiss My…Liquid Lip Balm*: I talked about this in my high end gloss post. I really want it and keep hearing great things about it. It’s supposed t be a liquid lip product that gives the shine of a gloss but the hydration of a balm. And I’m all about that right now. The shade I think I’d pick up first is Charlie*, a dusty rose. There are three shades — a pinky nude, dusty rose, and deep berry. If I like this formula, the other colors are really nice. I’ll probably get them too later.

[ skincare ]

Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer*: I’ve noticed my skin being excessively dry lately, so I wanted a new moisturizer to help with that. I also just ran out of moisturizer and have been using samples, so the sale came at a great time. This is new from Farmacy, and it instantly caught my eye. I love the Honey products from Farmacy. I’ve used the Honey Butter lip balm* and love it. The Honey Savior salve* is so nice to have on hand for dry hands, nails, and on any dry patches or irritated areas I may have. I also love the Honey Potion mask*. So this Honey Halo moisturizer* is really intriguing.

They describe it as an intense moisturizer that replenishes dry, distressed skin with lasting hydration to visibly plump and improve the look of fine lines. And that is exactly what I want from a moisturizer. It’s formulated with buckwheat honey with a blend of propolis and royal jelly — this is going to be a soothing humectant, fig fruit extract to restore moisture, and ceramides to restore the skin barrier. Sign me up.

[ fragrance ]

Maison Margiela Replica’ Travel Sprays in Coffee Break* and By the Fireplace*: In my post about my fantasy SEPHORA cart, I mentioned picking up the By the Fireplace fragrance. While I love it in a candle*, I want to wear it on my skin a little more to make sure I love the bottled fragrance. So I think I’m going to pick up the travel spray to test. They also came out with a new Coffee Break* scent that I’m very intrigued by, so I may pick that in a travel size as well.

I love these ‘Replica’ scents, because they really manage to encapsulate the feeling certain settings give you. I can’t explain it. You have to sniff for yourself. By the Fireplace* is warm and spicy with notes of clove oil, chestnut accord, and vanilla accord. They describe it as a “warm and spicy fragrance that gives off the impression of comfort and sensuality…and evokes the comforting sensation of a crackling fireplace beside a frosted winter landscape.” And it does!

Coffee Break* is another warm and spicy scent (I have a type) with notes of coffee accord, lavender, and milk mousse accord. Its scent is described as being “inspired by the first sip of hot coffee…and evokes subtle aromas of warm coffee and milk mousse accord that blend with a sweetness of vanilla. The fragrance is blended atop light musk while fresh spearmint and lavender is revealed once on the skin for a long-lasting, fresh scent that is balanced by soft sweetness.” Yum!

I haven’t fully decided what I’m going to pick up with this little discount from the SEPHORA VIB Sale event, but these are a few things I’m considering. Perhaps I’ll come back with a “what I bought situation” after the fact. And make And make sure to check back with my second recommendations post all about holiday sets at every budget.

Are you picking up anything from the SEPHORA VIB sale?

Check out some of my past SEPHORA recommendations here.

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SEPHORA VIB Sale Recommendations

SEPHORA VIB Sale

I contemplated posting anything regarding the SEPHORA VIB Sale with everything that’s going on right now. Because honestly, the last thing any of us really need to be doing is spending unnecessary money on things we probably don’t need. But ultimately, I decided to round up a few recommendations for a few reasons.

One –– Sometimes frivolous distractions are good for us. So, for me, talking about makeup is one of those distractions.

Two — These are products I recommend any time of the year, and products I’d pay full price for. The sale is just a bonus. So if you’re not in a position to make any kind of a purchase right now, but are looking for some new products to try later, this is still a good list.

sale details

Before I get to my product recommendations, let me outline the details of this spring’s SEPHORA VIB sale.

  • Rogue level will save 20% with code SPRINGSAVE from 4/17-5/1.
  • VIB level will save 15% with code SPRINGSAVE from 4/21-4/29.
  • Insider level will save 10% with code SPRINGSAVE from 4/23-4/27.

The code is multi-use and can be used in conjunction with code FREESHIP for free shopping without a minimum purchase requirement.

my SEPHORA VIB sale recommendations

A lot of times, my recommendations for this sale are random. Things I enjoy, but it’s just a list of things I threw together. This time around, I’ve curated a few products I’m loving for this time at home. A lot of them are easy, feel good products that make me feel a little more luxurious while I’m at my computer in my underwear.

[ m a k e u p ]

Patrick Ta Blushes*: Firstly, the packaging on these blushes is gorgeous. But aside from good packaging, I love the product. The powder is really soft and buttery, but not so soft it’s chalky or breaks apart in the pan – you know what I’m talking about, those powders that get all dusty when you put your brush into them.

These are blend beautifully into an almost second-skin finish. And they have the slightest bit of glow, not glitter or shimmer but a natural glow. The formulation is sheer, so if you want something very light and natural, you’ll like these. But they also can be built up to a more opaque color as well.

My favorites: She’s Seductive (mauve plum)* + She’s Sincere (soft peach)*

bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Stick Foundation:* I haven’t been wearing a full face of makeup everyday while at home, but I have been some days. And anytime I have worn a complexion product, I’ve reached for the bareMinerals stick foundation.

It’s water-based formula is hydrating and covers any of the minor blemishes/redness I have. I’ve just been applying a few stripes to my face and blending it out with my fingers, making sure to pat some under my eyes in place of concealer. That’s it. I don’t even set it, and I find it settles to look like skin.

My shade – Opal 01

No Mirror Required Lip Balm: Admittedly I’m snacking more through the day than usual, and I haven’t wanted to mess with bold lips. So I’ve been reaching for glossy, balmy, no mirror required products instead.

My two go-tos lately are the YSL Rouge Volupte Shine balms* and the Sephora Collection Melting Lip Clicks*. I love them for the same reasons. They’re lightweight, hydrating, no fuss, glossy, and add a hint of color to my lips. The Sephora Lip Clicks are definitely glossier in a Vaseliney type of way; they’re thinner. But the YSL balms offer more color pay off.

Standout Shades: YSL Coral Aviator (deep coral)*, YSL Rose Nu (true rose)*, Sephora Blackberry (deep berry)*, and Sephora Creme Brulee (deep nude)*.

[ s k i n c a r e ]

Skin Mists: A lot of people disregard skin mists, and I get it. But I love them, and my love is only strengthening right now. I love to spritz my face throughout the day when I feel my skin needs a little pick me up.

My two favorites I’d recommend are the Caudalie Beauty Elixir* and the Tatcha Dewy Skin Mist*. The Caudalie mist is one I use for overall radiance. I attest to the claims about staying power or refining pores, but it does make my skin feel fresh and hydrated. However, it has a very strong, herbal scent that I know a lot of people complain about.

If you’re looking for something that does a little more than feel refreshing, I’d suggest the Tatcha Dewy Skin Mist. It also feels incredibly hydrating on the skin, but it also adds a beautiful dewy glow to your skin. I like this for when my skin is feeling a little lackluster, but I don’t want to wear any makeup.

Farmacy Honey Savior All-in-One Skin Repair Salve*: In WV, it’s gone from hot to cold and we’ve switched the heat on and off. I don’t know about anyone else, but staying in the house in controlled temperature has left my skin feeling really dry.

Something I’ve been reaching for is the honey salve from Farmacy. I love this stuff. It’s an anti-oxidant rich, multi-purpose balm that is seriously hydrating. I don’t like to use this on my face unless I have dry patches or pat it on as a highlight situation. But I do use it on psoriasis on both my neck and elbows, my lips, hands, and cuticles.

The Makeup Eraser*: I’ve talked about this little magic cloth before on the blog and how much I love it. Even when I’m not wearing makeup, I’ve enjoyed using this to make sure I get all of the ick off my face before bed.

[ b a t h + b o d y ]

Ouai Scalp + Body Scrub*: I got a sample of this in a past Allure Beauty Box, and fell in love. I don’t use it as scalp scrub; I prefer to use scalp brushes for scalp exfoliation. But as a body scrub? Swoon.

It smells amazing and leaves my skin feeling so soft and smooth and moisturized.

Replica Memory Box*: It doesn’t take a work from home order for me to try to make my home feel cozy, but I have been breaking out some of my favorite fragrances. The Replica scents have been my go-tos lately. The scents are themed after feelings and situations that elicit emotion, like a beach walk, a fireside, a lazy Sunday morning.

But these types of scents can be polarizing; you love them or you don’t. And I love that Replica has a memory box of 10 of their best scents. You can choose your favorites and go from there.

My favorite scents from Replica: By The Fireplace*, Lazy Sunday Morning*, At the Barber’s*, and Jazz Club*.

Kiehl’s Creme de Corps body lotion*: Another body product I love for it’s ability to make me feel luxe is this body lotion from Kiehl’s. It’s pricey, so I don’t consistently repurchase this, but I do every so often. It’s a treat, and considering the stress and uncertainty of the current events, I think we could all use a treat.

I love how this lotion makes my skin feel, soft and supple. But it doesn’t feel heavy on my skin.

[ h a i r c a r e ]

Bumble & Bumble Pret-a-Powder*: Do you think I’ve been washing my hair often while sitting at home? Heck no. I don’t even wash my hair usually. Thus, all of the dry shampoo I have sampled. And Bumble & Bumble makes some of my favorites. I love the Pret-a-Powder because it not only absorbs oil and makes my hair looks cleaner, it adds a ton of gritty texture.

If you’re not someone who loves that textured feeling, messy look, you might like the Invisible Dry Shampoo spray* instead. It’s a typical spray dry shampoo, and does a really good job at refreshing the hair without weighing it down.

Those are my current SEPHORA VIB Sale recommendations that are especially good for this time at home. I have included some of my past recommendations below as well:

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But I strongly want to reiterate that you should not feel any kind of pressure to buy during the SEPHORA VIB Sale. Of course, if you have the disposable income to do so, by all means. Stock up on your favorites, repurchase empties, try something new. But don’t let a small sale make you go crazy. This sale comes along twice a year, and individual brands generally offer a 20%-30% sales periodically and offer discount codes if you sign up for emails. And if you want to gain a little cash back from your purchase, make sure you shop using Rakuten (Ebates). If you use my referral link, here, and spend $30, we both get $30.

Stay healthy, stay safe, and stay home (if you can).

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Sephora VIB Sale | What’s In My Cart

Sephora VIB Sale

Well, folks…it’s about time for another Sephora VIB Sale! I had my previous holiday wish list and holiday anti-haul pre-scheduled. Otherwise, I’d have saved them for this sale! In addition to some of the holiday beauty launches I want and don’t want, I wanted to show you what I’m actually going to pick up in this Sephora Holiday Bonus Event.

I’m running low on a lot, so I was planning on doing a restock or try something new for a lot of aspects of my skincare routine anyway. But now I get a little money off (;

Sephora VIB Sale | Holiday Bonus Event Details:

I’m assuming this is Sephora’s autumnal VIB sale event, but don’t quote me on that!

The Holiday Bonus Event runs from TODAY, 11/1 through Monday 11/11 & is shoppable at all rewards levels.

  • Rouge members can use their 20% discount 11/1-11/11 using code HOLIDAYSAVE
  • VIB members can use their 15% discount 11/1-11/11 using code HOLIDAYSAVE
  • Beauty Insiders can use their 10% discount 11/7-11/11 using code HOLIDAYSAVE

What’s In My Sephora Cart:

Sephora VIB Sale - Beauty Blender Solid Pro

Beauty Blender Cleanser Solid Pro

The first thing on my list for the Sephora VIB sale was another Beauty Blender solid brush cleanser. It’s my favorite brush cleaner, but I go through them so quickly! This time around, I think I’m going to spring for the pro version, mainly because it’s bigger than the original.

The Pro version is infused with charcoal and scented with lavender. I don’t know what that’s going to be like, but I’m willing to try.

The original cleanser retails for $16, and you get 1 oz. With the pro size, you pay $45 for 5.3 oz. If you don’t have a lot of brushes or aren’t cleaning them often (I mean you should be…), you can probably get away with the smaller size without any problem. But I fly through those small sizes, and the pro gives me 1 oz. at half the cost when you do the math.

As for quality, I feel this gets my brushes clean while keeping them soft and in good shape.

Beauty Blender blendercleanser ® Solid Pro, $45, Sephora.com

Sephora VIB Sale - Farmacy Cleansing Balm

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm

I mentioned in my holiday wish list that I was eyeing the Farmacy Sweet Greens set which included the cleansing balm, a mask, and a moisturizer, I think. But I decided to just go for the cleansing balm by itself.

The Cleansing Balm retails for $34, and the Sweet Greens set retails for $44. I know it’s only $10 more dollars, but I just don’t want to spend that $10 for two mini size products. I’ve used both of them in the past, and I do enjoy them. However, I plan on purchasing a lot of other skincare in this sale, so I don’t feel like I’m missing out by not buying the set.

I will say, though, I still think it’s a great set and would make a great gift for someone else or yourself.

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm, $34, Sephora.com

Sephora VIB Sale - Tatcha Rice Enzyme Powder

Tatcha Rice Enzyme Powder

I’m trying really hard to remove physical exfoliates from my routine. For my skin, I find they often cause more harm than good. I’ve used the Tatcha Rice Enzyme Powder before, and I really enjoy it for exfoliating.

What starts out as a fine powder turns into a creamy foam that leaves your skin smooth and polished. It’s not abrasive and doesn’t irritate my skin.

I definitely wanted to pick this up during the VIB Sale, because it’s a bit pricey at $65. But it lasts 5ever, so that’s a plus.

Tatcha Rice Police Foaming Enzyme Powder, $65, Sephora.com

Sephora VIB Sale - The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density

I’m still trying to figure out my hair situation, but I stumbled across this and was intrigued. This is a concentrated serum that’s supposed to help hair look thicker, denser, and healthier overall. It’s also supposed to help with a dry and flaky scalp — aka: me.

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum, $17.90, Sephora.com

First Aid Beauty Fablantis

First Aid Beauty Fablantis

This set from First Aid Beauty is honestly just too good of a deal to pass up! 5 FULL SIZED products for $49? It’s a $112 value!

I talked about wanting this in my wish list post, and I have to do it. I’m almost out of moisturizer and cleanser. And I just finished up my morning serum and AM lip balm. So it’s kind of perfect timing.

For more details on this set, click here for my wish list post.

FAB Fablantis, $49, Sephora.com

Olaplex Holiday Hair Fix

Olaplex Holiday Hair Fix Set

The next few sets, I won’t talk too much about because I spoke about them in detail in one of my last posts.

I really love the No. 3 Hair Protector from Olaplex, and I’ve noticed a difference since I haven’t been using it lately. It strengthens my hair, and in the fight against thinning, it just makes me feel better.

The kit includes a full size of the No. 3 product alongside the shampoo, conditioner, and a leave in treatment that I’ve also been eyeing.

Olaplex Holiday Hair Fix Set, $58, Sephora.com

Fresh Unmask the Magic

Fresh Unmask the Magic Gift Set

Since going off The Pill, my skin is freaking the f*ck out. Some parts of my cycle leave my skin acne prone and ridiculous, and others leave it dry and irritated. I thought this mask set would be a good thing to get so I can cater to my skin needs at different times of my cycle.

Fresh Unmask the Magic Gift Set, $75, Sephora.com

Bite Beauty Creamy Color Lip Set

Bite Beauty Creamy Color 4-Piece Mini Amuse Bouche Supercharged Lipstick Set

Red is still my favorite lip shade. It makes me feel sexy and bad ass and confident. But I have really been into nudes recently. What I like about this set is the muted, wearable tones. And I already know I love the Amuse Bouche formula.

Bite Beauty Creamy Color Supercharged Lipstick Set, $21, Sephora.com

Are you planning on picking anything up from this Sephora VIB Sale? I’ve linked a couple of past recommendation posts below, because I still recommend these products.

I do think it’s important to say I was already planning on buying these items. The Sephora VIB Sale was really just a bonus. Don’t feel like you have to shop just because there is a sale!

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Sephora VIB Sale Wishlist

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Hi friends! Today I wanted to give you guys my wishlist for the Sephora VIB Sale, since it begins TODAY! I did post a recommendation blog listing a compilation of products I seldom talk about but definitely recommend.

Ya’ll this list is long, and I’m 100% not buying everything I talk about today. There’s a chance I don’t pick up anything. But I scoured my Loves List and the notes on my phone where I keep beauty products I’m interested in to make a list of products I’m considering to purchase during this sale. Let’s get into my Sephora VIB Sale wishlist!

Jouer Bouquet D’Amour Blush Palette

A few weeks ago, as I was reorganzing my makeup collection, I noticed I have a lot of blush. But they are all generally the same color and finish. There’s not much diversity. If I get anything from this list, this blush palette from Jouer is it.

I already have a blush duo, so I already know I love the formula. This palette comes with 6 shades that seem different enough to justify purchasing the palette. I don’t have a lot of purple toned pink blushes or anything quite like that hot pink on the bottom row.

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter

Charlotte Tilbury is one of the brands I want to try in 2019, but I always have such a hard time biting the bullet and actually buying it because the brand is so expensive! However, one of the products I constantly put in my Loves List from Charlotte Tilbury is the Hollywood Flawless Filter.

I think this is supposed to be an illuminating primer, but it also has a little bit of coverage and can be mixed in with foundations. This honestly sounds like something I’d use all the time. You know I love the Coconut Smoothie Priming Moisturizer from FAB because it smooths out my skin, adds hydration, and spreads a natural looking glow to the face. I think this will do the same. And I really, really want this one.

Fresh Vitamin Nectar Antioxidant Face Mist

My beauty preferences have been changing, and I’ve begun adding facial mists to my routine on a more frequent basis. I recently added the Vitamin Nectar Antioxidant Face Mist from Fresh to my Sephora Loves List, but I can’t talk myself into it.

This facial mist sounds nice. It’s supposed to act as a cooling primer, setting spray, or hydrating refresh. There are a ton of brightening and hydrating ingredients like vitamins C, E, and B5. But it’s $44. That’s so expensive for a skin mist. But the Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist is $48, and I’ve purchased that multiple times.

Kevyn Aucoin Glass Glow Face Liquid Highlight

I’ve actually not heard a lot about this product, but I want to try it.. I read “Glass Glow” and was in! They say it’s a universal, lightweight, unique formula that creates youthful-looking, well-hydrated skin with a glassy look. It can be used on the face and body to leave skin radiant. That sounds really nice for summer, and I’ve been heavily into glowy/illuminating products recently.

The Glass Glow liquid highlight comes in 3 shades–Crystal Clear (sheer), Prism Rose (radiant), and Spectrum Bronze (warm). I have my eye on the sheer option. Are any of you guys intrigued by this? Or have you tried it?

Fresh Seaberry Nourishing Hand Cream

My hands are the driest part of my body, and I have yet to find the best hand cream. I’ve tried some that smell nice but are hella drying, some that are moisturizing but are sticky and weird, and some that just suck. So the hunt continues.

I’ve tried multiple products from the Seaberry line from Fresh in the past, and I’ve really liked the results. So I’m kind of thinking this hand lotion may also be awesome. And my hands need something awesome, so I’m very tempted to add this to my cart.

But at the same time can I spend $23 on hand cream? You know what, if it makes my hands stop cracking, then yes. Yes $23 is worth it.

Dior Backstage Contour Palette

There are a few products from Dior on this list, but I have had this contour palette on my wishlist for a long time now. I’ve always refrained from picking this up because I haven’t been too into bronzer. I just used what I had, but I’ve really been into playing around with them. And this looks beautiful.

I’m a little nervous because I don’t think all 4 shades will work on my skin, but honestly I’m someone who uses my bronzing powders on my eyes frequently. And it’s $45, which I guess isn’t too bad for 4 products. But we’ll see.

ABH Dipbrow Gel

I am a sucker for brow gels. A weird item to be obsessed with, but I am. The truth is, I’m lazy AF when it comes to my brows. Sometimes I run pencils and powder through them, but more often than not all I do is run a tinted gel through them and call it a day.

I’ve used Anastasia brow products in the past, and I’ve enjoyed them. The colors work well for me, but I’ve always found less expensive counterparts that work just as well. However, my go to Benefit Gimme Brow is $24, and the Dipbrow Gel from ABH is only $18. I definitely want to give it a go and see how it works.

Sephora Collection Rougue Lacquer

Nothing gets me like a new lippie. And recently I’ve been all about that glossy lip life. Sephora is releasing a new lip product in their house line—Rouge Lacquer. These lipsticks are one of those hybrids that are intensely pigmented with a high-shine finish and a balm-like texture. It seems to be nourishing and there are a few colors I’m eyeing.

They aren’t that expensive either–$13. Sephora Collection is creeping up there a little bit, but I’m not offended by that price tag.

Dior Airflash Spray Foundation

Your girl doesn’t need another foundation right now, but I want this one always. It’s one of those foundations everyone talks about and loves, and we all just kind of know it. But I haven’t tried it! I always forget, because I only have a Sephora inside JCPenney near me and they don’t carry Dior.

But this is freaking $62, and that pains me just a little bit. I’ll probably hold out on this one until I finish a few of the foundations I have open at the moment. There are 2 or 3 I really want to wear down this year. If not this go around, maybe I’ll pick it up during the fall sale.

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NEW Beauty Recommendations | Sephora VIB Sale

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Spring has sprung, and while for most people that means flowers blooming and breezy weather, the beauty lovers are anticipating yet another beauty sale. That’s right, folks, it’s time for the spring Sephora VIB sale!

I still recommend products from previous posts that you can refer to here, here, and here.

I do these recommendation posts often, but I tend to talk about the same products over and over again–because I love them. I want to recommend products I love and actually enjoy but don’t want to bore you with the products you already know I love. So this time around, I’m going to talk about a few products (actually quite a few) I’m either using now or have used in the past that I’m not talking about for one reason or another.

So what do I recommend for the 2019 spring Sephora VIB sale event? Keep reading to find out.

the basics

Let’s get the basics of the sale out of the way:

  • For ROUGE: 4/26-5/6 – use code HEYROUGE for 20%
  • For VIB: 5/2-5/6 – for 15% off use code HEYVIB
  • For INSIDER: 5/2-5/6 – for 10% use code HEYINSIDER

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Perricone MD No Makeup Concealer

Perricone MD is a brand I love but don’t talk about often, and honestly I don’t hear a lot of other people talk about it either. It’s really expensive, but I think the products are extremely high quality. And because of the hefty price tag, the VIB sale is a great opportunity to give it a shot.

As you may know, I’ve been on the hunt for a light coverage concealer to wear on no makeup days, and this is it! I’m obsessed. It comes in 5 shades, which seems small, but remember, it’s a sheer coverage product. And the range actually seems pretty good.

It’s lightweight and gives a very natural kind of coverage with a natural type of finish that’s flattering on the bare skin or over makeup. It also has a bit of SPF in it, so it gives an extra layer of sun defense to the delicate under eye area.

Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist

I’m so sorry I’m recommending such expensive things, but this is so good. It’s not a setting spray, so don’t buy this anticipating it’ll make your makeup last a long time. It won’t do that. It’s a finishing spray, and when applied after makeup application, your skin looks so dewy and glowy and flawless.

One of the reasons I love this is simply because it’s a luxury experience to use it. The mist feels fantastic, the product looks fantastic. I also like to spritz this onto a beauty sponge and apply concealer from time to time.

Bobbi Brown Bronzer

While I’m currently craving glowy bronzers, this one from Bobbi Brown is my favorite. The colors work well on my skin, and while matte, it never looks muddy on my skin. It blends out seamlessly and looks very natural. It also lasts all dang day.

I, of course, use this on my cheeks and forehead, on my nose, but I also love using this on my eyes–either through my crease or all over the lid. One of my favorite quick makeup hacks is taking your bronzer and dusting it all over the lid for a monochromatic, no thought kind of eye look.

BareMinerals Gen Nude Liquid Lipstick

I’ve definitely fallen off the matte liquid lip train and opted for anything with a satin texture and high shine finish, but the Gen Nude collection still stand as my favorite liquid lipsticks. They are so lightweight and non-drying on the lips, and the shades are just beautiful. Every single one. My current favorite for spring is Swag, a pretty pinky brown but more pink? You’ll always find one of these stashed in my bag.

YSL Rouge Pur Couture Lipstick

Another of my holy grail lipsticks are from YSL. Not only does the packaging make you feel hella sophisticated, the product is incredible. These lipsticks come in two finishes: satin and matte and are incredibly pigmented. Not only do you get a rich color payoff, they’re also incredibly hydrating on the lips.

They don’t last all day, and I definitely reapply through the day, but they wear off evenly and reapply beautifully. You don’t get any of that weird off-colored layering that happens with dryer lipsticks. My #1 shade is #70 Le Nu, a basic nude that is essentially the same color as my lips. It’s the prettiest pinky nude you ever did see.

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First Aid Beauty Hello Fab Coconut Skin Smoothie Priming Moisturizer

When brainstorming products I wanted to recommend for this Sephora VIB sale, I immediately jotted down this priming moisturizer from First Aid Beauty. It’s my #1 favorite illuminating moisturizer type of product.

What I love about this particular product is it’s a 3-in-1 situation–it is heavy enough to wear a moisturizer alone, acts as an illuminating highlighter, and serves as a tacky priming base that keeps makeup in place. It wear extremely well under makeup, but it also look beautiful alone. I’ll apply this when I don’t want to wear any makeup, but I also don’t want my skin to look dull.

Jade Roller

Truthfully, I didn’t get my jade roller at Sephora, but they have different options.

We all know how much I love a jade roller. I struggle with TMD, and I’m constantly holding tension in my jaw, so using this is a bit like a massage on that area to relieve some of that tension. I also enjoy using it under the eyes for depuffing, and it’s generally just good for circulation.

I’ve got a whole post on jade rolling, how to do it, and the benefits that I’ll leave here for you to check out.

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Moroccanoil Treatment

This is a product I’ve been using for years but for some reason don’t talk about at all. My hair loves oils, and this is one of the fan favorites. It firstly smells AMAZING. And secondly works wonders for conditioning/detangling, dealing with fly aways, adding shine, etc.

My favorite way to use this is by running a bit through the ends of my towel dried hair. But I also use this on dry hair, especially when I haven’t washed in a bit. Because I use texturizing products, my hair can get a bit dull looking and this adds the moisture and shine back to it.

Olaplex Hair Perfector No. 3

Wow have I been on a hair journey, and wow have I fallen in love with this product. This product from Olaplex is mistaken as a conditioner, but it is a treatment. You want to apply a pretty generous amount on your hair, from scalp to ends and leave it on for about 10 minutes (or longer if you want). Then you’ll rinse and then go on with shampoo/conditioner.

Guys, this little bugger is expensive but effective. I’ve noticed my hair is so much stronger than it was previously and breaking less often. I have a fuller in depth review here.

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Sephora Collection PRO Flawless Airbrush #56/#56.5

I have a few brushes to recommend, technically 4 but 2 are the mini version of the other 2. If you followed that, I love you. But I want to kick it off with the #56 brush from the Sephora Pro line.

Initially I got this to use for foundation, and I love it for that. But I’ve grown to like the mini brush for concealer application!

Sephora Collection PRO Airbrush #55/#55.5

Again, the #55 brush was initially a foundation brush for me, and it’s great. It leaves you base looking flawless and airbrushed … which is good because it’s quite literally the name of the name of the brush. I’ve started using this for powder and bronzer recently and *heart eyes*. I also use the mini for highlight, concealer, etc. They are work for pretty much anything!

Cinema Secrets Makeup Brush Cleaner

I deep clean my brushes and sponges with the cleanser from Beauty Blender, but I always have a bottle of this on hand. It is the best for a quick color switch, or if you only have a handful of brushes and use them for multiple color products.

Dip your brush into a little of this and swirl it onto a paper towel/towel/tissue/etc., and the product will come right off. And because it dries so quickly, there is no wait time before you can use the brush again.

Chloe Eau de Parfum

I’m 100% rubbish at describing perfume, so I’m just going to say this. It’s delicate but sexy, and is my signature scent. I wrote a post about it here.

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