How To Shop The Sephora VIB SALE
First can we start off by saying for rouge members 20% is not really a significant savings. I’m hoping that Sephora follows suit as they did last year where they offered various sale opportunities for it’s members. These items that the little saving is being attached to adds up extremely quickly. With that being said, I’m strictly trying to keep my list to products that are tried and true for me. I’m also looking to test out a few lower priced products as well.
First things first
Rouge: Rouge Members will be rewarded with 20% from April 26-May 6 Code: HEYROUGE As with most of the Sephora Sales- on the first day April 26, 2019 Rouge Members are allowed to bring a friend in store to extend the 20% off discount.
VIB: VIB Members will be rewarded with 15% off from May 2-May 6
Insider: Inside Members will be rewarded with 10% off from May 2-May 6
The promotion is valid on purchases made in Sephora stores and online in the U.S. and Canada areas. The discount is not valid on The Ordinary & MAC Cosmetics. The limitations include 1 Dyson product, 3 Drunk Elephant items, 3 Tatcha items, 5 Morphe items per transaction.
TIP: If you’re planning on purchasing more than $75 in store, you may want to set up ahead of time to get a full perk facial. Keep in mind Sephora locations will be hectic during these times. But scheduling ahead of time will give you a better chance will help you maximize you’re spending of getting a little something extra for yourself.
TIP: The sale falls extremely close to Mother’s Day- this would be an excellent opportunity to use the extra savings to apply it to a gift!
Sephora Sale Wish List
son and park beauty water $30
This was on my list- but I recently purchased it from a retailer overseas. It’s also has been out of stock on the Sephora website for the past couple of weeks. If you’re interested in seeing why I’m so obsessed with this magical water/toner, please check out my previous review here. (Further Reading: How To Use Toner)
Supergoop- Unseen Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 40 $32
I’ve been testing out this sunscreen for the past couple of weeks. I love how light weight this is. I’m happy to say it doesn't leave me looking shiny and my make-up applies well over it. My plan is to use the Unseen as my base sunscreen in the morning and then touching up throughout the day with the Supergoop Defense Refresh Setting Mist Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 $28.
Dior Lip Glow $34
I’ve been purchasing the Dior Lip Glows for years. I treat myself to one yearly and now I only purchase them during the sales. Yes, these lip glows are pricey, but I love the formula and how my lips feel after using them. I’ve purchased the Coral shade several times and the Berry color once. At the current point I’m undecided as to which color I plan on purchasing during the sale. However, I do know that I will not be purchasing any of the matte or shimmer formulas.
Olaplex Hair Perfector No.3 $28
This is another product that I’ve been using for months. I pretty use it every other week. It’s not a deep conditioner, but more like a treatment for your hair that helps repair hair bonds. The bottle is only 3 ounces, therefore I tend to sleep with the treatment in my hair overnight to maximize it’s full potential. If you’re suffering from color treated, relaxed or any other damage to your hair, I would highly recommend trying out this gem.
If you’re interested in seeing a full review, I reviewed the Olaplaex Hair Perfector here: Top 10 Beauty Products of 2018
Ouai Rose Hair & Body Oil $16
This will be my first time purchasing the Ouai Rose Hair & body oil. I’ve tried it out a few times and I really like it. I like that the oil is light weight enough to use on my hair when my hair is straight along with it being curly. The oil is highly scented and absorbs into the skin well. For now, I’ll be purchasing the 1.5 ounce mini size for $16. The mini would also be great for travel as it’s multi-functional.
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna- Lil Bronze Duo $24
I’ve never tried any of the Match Stix’s from the Fenty Collection. The bronzer shade in the duo comes in the color Carmel Cutie. I’m hoping that it’ll match me well. If it doesn't, I likely return this set to get the deeper shade of the bronzer only in Coco Naughty.
Caramel Cutie & Sinamon:
- Mini Sun Stalk’r Instant Warmth Bronzer in Caramel Cutie
- Mini Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick in Sinamon
recommendations
First, let me start off by stressing that the Sephora VIB Sale is nice way to try out products that you originally had planned to purchase. Please don’t go broke or put yourself into debt. The discount helps, but things add up quickly. I highly recommend seeking out intro kits by your favorite brands or brands your highly interested in trying out.
Skincare
Sephora Collection: The Essentials Kit
This three step kit retails for $20 and is products made with clean ingredients. if you’re on a budget or looking to test the waters with clean skincare, I would highly recommend this little kit.
The following is included:
- 4.22 oz/ 125 mL Clean Skin Gel
- 1.69 oz/ 50 mL All Day Hydrator
- 1.01 oz/ 30 mL Purifying Mud Mask
Sephora Favorites: Crush Worthy Skincare- $38
This Set Contains:
- 0.33 oz/ 10 mL CAUDALIE, Vinosource Moisturizing Sorbet
- 0.07 oz/ 2.2 g FRESH, Sugar Dream Advanced Therapy Lip Treatment
- 0.3 oz/ 10 mL GLOW RECIPE, Watermelon Glow Pink Juice Moisturizer
- 0.74 oz/ 21 g HUM NUTRITION, Glow Sweet Glow (6 Gummies)
- 0.5 oz/ 15 mL INDIE LEE, Rosehip Cleanser
- 1.6 oz/ 50 mL LANCÔME, Rose Sugar Scrub
- 0.33 oz/ 10 mL SATURDAY SKIN, Rub-A-Dub Refining Peel Gel
- 0.78 oz/ 22 g SEPHORA COLLECTION, Rose Face Mask
- 1.01 oz/ 30 mL SOL DE JANEIRO, Brazilian Crush Body Fragrance Mist
- 0.17 oz/ 5 mL VOLITION BEAUTY, Snow Mushroom Water Serum
Herbivore - Hydrate+Glow Natural Skincare Mini Collection $39
This set contains many of my favorites, like the Phoenix oil and the Pink Cloud moisturizer. This kit is a great way to try out the Herbivore brand or stock up on your favorites for travel.
- 0.25 oz/ 7.5 mL Pink Cloud Rosewater Moisture Crème
- 0.3 oz/ 8 mL Phoenix Cell Regenerating Facial Oil
- 2 oz/ 60 mL Rose Hibiscus Coconut Water Hydrating Face Mist
- 0.5 oz/ 15 mL Brighten Pineapple Enzyme + Gemstone Instant Glow Mask
Herbivore Mini True Blue Skin Clarifying Duo $24
If you have oily or acne prone skin, you would probably love this duo. I have both of these items and I’m looking forward to using them more in the summer months when my skin is extremely oily.
This Set Contains:
- 0.5 oz/ 14 mL Blue Tansy Resurfacing Clarity Mask
- 0.3 oz/ 8 mL Lapis Balancing Facial Oil
I’ve personally have used both the toner and the brightening cleanser. I love them both and this kit is such a good deal for what you receive. I would highly recommend this kit for those that are looking to try out clean skincare or someone who already loves Indie Lee, but looking for travel sizes of their favorite products.
This Set Contains:
- 1 oz/ 30 mL Brightening Cleanser
- 1 oz/ 30 mL CoQ-10 Toner
- 0.34 oz / 10 mL Squalane Facial Oil
This set contains:
- 0.5 oz/ 15 mL City Skin® Overnight Detox Moisturizer
- 0.33 oz/ 10 mL Invisiblur Perfecting Shield SPF 30
Tatcha Best Sellers $60.00
I will forever mention this kit. I really enjoyed trying out the products in this kit. The rice powder and the water cream are my absolute favorites.
This Set Contains:
- 0.8 oz/ 25 mL Pure One Step Camellia Cleansing Oil
- 0.35 oz/ 10 g Polished Classic Rice Enzyme Powder
- 0.34 oz/ 10 mL The Water Cream
- 0.4 oz/ 12 mL Luminous Dewy Skin Mist
This set contains:
- 1.7 oz/50 mL The Deep Cleanse
- 0.35 oz/10 mL The Water Cream
This Set Contains:
- .5 oz/ 15 mL Superscreen Daily Moisturizer SPF 40
- .34 oz/ 10 mL Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40
- 1 oz/ 30 mL Defense Refresh Setting Mist SPF 50
Volition Beauty Strawberry-C Brightening Serum $42.00
I haven’t tried out this Strawberry serum or any other products from Volition Beauty. But based on the description the serum is supposed to be more potent than most vitamin C serums on the market as it’s made with strawberry. This is something I really want to try out and possibly purchase in the future. The price is also reasonable for a vitamin C serum.
SIZE 1.0 oz/ 30 mL
Makeup
Anastasia Power Duo Brow Kit $25.00
If you’re a brow lover like myself, then you would like this duo. I love the ABH brow pencils and I’ve had my eyes on the new ABH dipbrow gel. I’m seriously considering purchasing this duo. This kit is not exclusive to Sephora and also be found at the following retailers: Nordstrom, Macy’s and Ulta.
This Set Contains:
- 0.078 oz/ 2.2 g Brow Wiz
- 0.003 oz/ 0.085 g DIPBROW Gel
BECCA X Chrissy Teigen Glow Face Palette $46.00
I know this kit is not new. But I still absolutely love these colors and I think this would be great to purchase at a discounted rate.
This set contains:
- 0.18 oz/ 5.1 g Shimmering Skin Perfector™ Pressed Highlighter in Rose Gold (subtle gold with rose), Beach Nectar (juicy apricot with gold)
- 0.085 oz/ 2.4 g Luminous Blush in Hibiscus Bloom (golden-pink coral)
- 0.085 oz/ 2.4 g Sunlit Bronzer in Malibu Soleil (medium amber)
This Set Contains:
- 2 x .07 oz/ 2.2 g Sugar Lip Treatment (Tulip), (Rose)
- .21 oz/ 6 g Sugar Lip Caramel Hydrating Balm (Carmel)