These Sephora Sale Finds Also Make Great Gifts
Surprise! Sephora just dropped another sale. And unlike last month’s Savings Event, you don’t have to be Rouge or VIB to access. This time around, you can save 20 percent off select items in every category with the code SAVEGIFTS, regardless of which Insider status you have. If you aren’t all saled out from Cyber Weekend, now’s the time to shop for beauty gifts.
To help you navigate the sale and decide what’s worth gifting, we’ve rounded up everything we’ve tested that our friends and family will be receiving this holiday.
Our top Sephora sale beauty picks
MAKEUP BY MARIO Mario’s Essential Cosmetic Brush Set
Makeup by Mario’s makeup brushes are beautiful, user-friendly, and some of the bestselling at Sephora — but I have one tiny gripe about them: Most are double-sided, which isn’t the most convenient for me, since I like to store my brushes in a cup. I got so excited when I saw that this set has five of the full-size brushes (including both ends of the famed F4!) with smaller, single-sided handles that not only fit in my brush cup but also in my smaller makeup bags. The case they come in is roomy enough to fit my daily makeup routine, too, so I’d happily travel like that. —Carol Lee, beauty writer
Diamond Bomb All Over Diamond Veil
I’ve coveted this highlighter for years, and I think it’s time for me to get my hands on it. I’ve heard it’s beautiful on the cheeks, but I really want it as an eyeshadow topper. I think it’ll layer beautifully on top of any other shadow, since it has a clear base and fine shimmer that makes the skin look wet in the best way. —C.L.
PHLUR Cashmere Skin Hair & Body Fragrance Mist
I can’t stop raving about Phlur’s affordable all-over mists. They can be used on the hair and body, and the scent has some staying power. My latest favorite, Cashmere Skin, has notes of almond, vanilla, and musk. —C.R.
Shani Darden Skin Care Triple Acid Signature Peel
Yes, you need this at-home peel is highly recommended by our beauty editor, Asia Milia Ware. Featuring just two steps, it is easy to use and brightens your skin in minutes. Give them this if they have tons of events but don’t always have time for a facial. —C.R.
Josie Maran The Babies 3-Piece Hydration Travel Trio
Multiple Cut staffers count this body butter as one of their favorites. It’s rich, featuring ingredients like argan oil and shea butter. Plus, it has notes of vanilla bean, so it feels and smells amazing. With this trio, you also get the scent in a scrub and an oil — all in the perfect size for travel. —C.R.
Touchland Limited Edition Power Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer Seasonal Trio Set
It’s the gift they wouldn’t buy for themselves. You can either give the whole set or gift them separately. They smell great and are incredibly handy. I have one in each of my bags. —Bianca Nieves, senior shopping editor
L’Occitane Hand and Body Care Nourishing Travel Favorites
Introduce them to a great hand lotion and body oil. Their lives (and skin) will thank you. I guarantee they will use both until the last drop. —B.N.
Topicals Faded Brightening Bundle
One product recommendation my friends always ask for? Something to handle hyperpigmentation. The Topicals Faded line is a favorite, with ingredients like niacinamide, kojic acid, and tranexamic acid that brighten and smooth without damage or irritation. I’m gifting a few of these bundles. The eye patches are a Cut Beauty Closet staple! —C.R.
Salt & Stone Body Wash
Salt & Stone’s body washes work into a rich lather and smell amazing. They’re also unisex, so if you want to gift one to your boyfriend, brother, or even dad, you can choose from a handful of fresh scents. —C.R.
Chunks Large Nimbus Claw Clip
Claw clips are an easy stocking stuffer. The brand Chunks has a ton that make for a fun gift, no matter who you’re shopping for.
Olaplex The Mini Essentials Set
I can’t be the only person who always forgets to pack hair-care products over the holidays and ends up stealing shampoo and conditioner from the bathroom of whichever family member’s house I’m staying at … right? I love gifting travel-size hair products to whomever I’m spending the holidays with for this reason; it’s a gift they can use right away and one that makes the packing process more convenient. —Hanna Flanagan, shopping writer and editor
Saie Blush & Glow Gift Set
I usually wouldn’t suggest gifting base makeup unless you know the recipient’s skin tone, texture, concerns, and coverage preferences. However, Saie is the exception because the products are clean, sensitive-skin-friendly, and so multiuse. Even the person on your list who’s breakout-prone and rarely wears makeup will appreciate these sheer, water-based formulas that they can apply anywhere on their face with their fingers. — H.F.
One/Size On ’Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray
Gift this cult-favorite setting spray to the person on your list who loves a full-glam moment. It will keep their makeup looking flawless for up to 16 hours without clogging their pores. Plus, it’s Beyoncé-approved. —H.F.
Shark FacialPro Glow At Home Hydro-Powered Facial System
After rigorous testing, I’d say this all-in-one facial system is definitely worth grabbing on sale. It exfoliates and hydrates, and you can use the extra attachment to sculpt and soothe your face. —C.R.
NuFACE Mini+ Starter Kit
Cut Shop tested and approved, the NuFace is the one splurge that will give you that super-sculpted look in no time. It’s the perfect gift for the skin-care lover. —C.R.
Slip Silk Pillowcase
They call it beauty sleep for a reason, and anyone passionate about rest will appreciate a silk pillow for keeping their hair and skin balanced. —C.R.
RIES The Essential Travel Vanity Bag
Someone on your list has every beauty product imaginable, so if you’re stumped on exactly what to gift them, a travel vanity is an easy fix. This one can hold their Ries travel containers alongside all their skin-care and makeup favorites. —C.R.