Run, Don't Walk—You Can Buy Every Splurge Item on Your Beauty Wish List RN
I have a not-so-shocking confession to make: I'm obsessed with buying expensive skincare products. One slip of the wrist and I've easily spent over $200 on a couple of items alone (whoops). I guess I'm in the right profession. But you know what's even better than full-on splurging without a care in the world? When those items are actually temporarily discounted.
Jump for joy if you share my sentiment because if you haven't already heard, Dermstore's Beauty Refresh Event is upon us and you can save up to 20% on some of the most splurge-worthy beauty buys including Estée Lauder, Sunday Riley, 111Skin, and more until March 10. Using the code REFRESH to save, head on over to Dermstore and take a peak around if you've been itching to buy upscale beauty on more of a budget. If you'd rather someone did the picking for you, I have you covered there, too. Keep scrolling for all the luxury items I'll be adding to my cart at a fraction of the price.
111Skin's Y Theorem Repair is one of the best youth-promoting serums out there. It reveals a fresher, healthier complexion through the use of amino acids and a unique NAC Y2 complex that builds volume and repairs skin damage.
Celebrity makeup artists constantly lose it over this silky cleansing balm from Elemis. It gently dissolves makeup and build-up on the skin with ingredients like elderberry oil, starflower oil, and algae to support hydration.
Don't hesitate for even a second because this hero hyperpigmentation-correcting serum from SkinMedica is temporarily 10% off. It's powered by niacinamide and tranexamic acid—two powerhouse ingredients for fading stubborn dark spots. SkinMedica is known for its impeccable medical-grade formulas, so you won't want to miss out on this one.
With a perfect five-star rating, it's safe to say this airy, nutrient-rich moisturizer is well worth the money. It protects the skin against oxidative stress using a botanical blend of meadowfoam, flax, avocado, and lavender. It also has zinc which is great for acne-prone skin, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid to seal in moisture.
This rejuvenating eyelash and brow duo conditions, enhances, and protects. They both feature a BioPeptin Complex that soak your lashes and brows in moisture keeping them soft and conditioned while strengthening to keep them growing. You might as well snag them up now while they're temporarily cheaper.
There's no product better to use for a youthful glow than Neocutis's Bio Serum Firm. Its innovative formula is high end (with the price tag to prove it) and infused with a powerful blend of peptides and human growth factors. Fine lines and wrinkles really don't stand a chance. And let's not forget the product's brightening and exfoliating abilities as well—it's truly an all-in-one super serum.
Bakuchiol as a retinol alternative is really having a moment right now. This luxe oil from Allies of Skin restores your skin's tone and texture and improves fine lines. With organic fruit oils thrown into the mix, your skin will be baby soft, every. dang. time.
This face oil from Herbivore Botanicals is a current favorite of mine. It features ingredients like azulene, squalane, and jasmine sambac oil to really balance oily and acne-prone skin. It stops your skin from producing excess sebum which can lead to breakouts. Now, I'll be the first to admit that I'm not usually huge on face oils. But I've noticed a huge difference in my skin since I began using this with fewer breakouts and literally no redness. It also smells amazing in my opinion.
NeoStrata's Intensive Eye Therapy cream is a winner for so many reasons, but let me highlight just a few. The formula contains peptides, caffeine, and hyaluronic acid to hydrate and brighten the eye area like no other.
If you have dry skin, this soothing toner from luxe French brand Yo-Ka Paris is for you. Cypress oil reduces blotches on the skin while thyme oil and glycerin provide you with moisture and a healthy glow.
HydroPeptide's next-level serum contains a revitalizing complex of six plant-based stem cells and peptides to help prevent premature skin aging. It's worthy every penny, but you might as well add it to your cart while it's discounted for a minute.
I'll never say no to a good firming eye cream—especially one from Kate Somerville. Best believe I'll be snatching this one up quick.
Sunday Riley's popular retinoid formula makes the list as it's a serious fan favorite. Folks really praise its effectiveness without being overly drying like other retinoids out there on the market. Now is definitely the time to try it if you've been on the fence.
Joanna Vargas's face wash with vitamin C is a great option for those with hyperpigmentation. To me, $40 is a bit much for a face wash. But since it's down to $32, it's worth it for the skin-protecting antioxidants and hyaluronic acid it provides.
So many celebrities love this formula from Estée Lauder. It's normally a bit of a splurge (especially if you don't love spending a ton of money on skincare), but you might as well try it now if you've been considering adding it to the lineup. It's truly another super serum that rejuvenates, protects, and restores the skin.
Peter Thomas Roth has so many good products and honestly, I'm ecstatic that they're all discounted at the moment. This pumpkin enzyme mask is like a full at-home spa experience. It's a professional-strength peel, exfoliator, and mask all in one. It also smells delicious considering it has real pumpkin puree and enzymes in it.
Celebrity dermatologist Dr. Lancer brings us this exfoliating scrub that's great for combination skin. It helps keep you blemish-free and contains natural minerals like magnesium and quartz crystals that are gentle on the skin. You'll be absolutely radiant and glowing after use, so take advantage of the fact that it's 15% off.
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Shawna Hudson is a beauty, wellness, lifestyle, and travel writer with over 10 years of experience. She graduated from California State University, Fullerton, with a degree in journalism and has written for other publications such as Bustle, The Zoe Report, Byrdie, Elite Daily, and more. She is currently a beauty writer at Who What Wear and hopes to continue feeding her (completely out-of-control) beauty obsession as long as she can. Stay up to date on her latest finds on Instagram @shawnasimonee.
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