'Tis The Season For A Good Sale!
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Shitters. ‘Tis the season for a good beauty sale, and thank God because if there’s one thing that I HATE, it’s paying full price for something I know can reliably be found on sale at least a few times a year.
If you’ve been here a minute, you know I love the Credo sale for a few reasons:
It’s the same 20% off discount for everyone. No spending tiers to unlock higher discounts, no Rouge status necessary.
It’s GOOD stuff. They stock so many of the best skin, body, hair, beauty, and fragrance brands—oftentimes the same things we’re all racing to buy during the S*phora sale, but can get at a better price right here.
They do the vetting for you. I don’t live and die by the “clean” label—most of my beauty products are, others technically aren’t—but Credo has rigorous clean standards, meaning that if that is something you prioritize, they’ve done the work of vetting ingredients for you. That doesn’t automatically mean every single product will be a fit for your needs, but it does mean that you can rest a little easier about some of your concerns while browsing.
Tbh, this is the sale I tell my friends to wait it out for. What follows are the things you shouldn’t miss (and a few other good sale finds too!):
Tata Harper Mask: Top of the list for a reason! This BHA and enzyme mask gently exfoliates (and I mean GENTLY) with zero burning or irritation. 15 minutes with it is a one-way ticket to brighter, more even-looking, happy skin. I like it just as much before a night out as I do on a night in. I’ve lost track of how many times I’ve repurchased over the years—we have to be into double digits.
Le Prunier Mask + Face Oil: This brand is newer to me, but I’ve loved everything I’ve tried by them so far (this candle is sold out on their site, but was my intro to the line and one of my favorites for summer/fall!). Their hero ingredient is plum, which in addition to being delicious, is nourishing and rich in antioxidants for the skin. The mask itself is very similar to Tata’s above—it use enzymes to exfoliate super gently. On paper it’s pricier, but it comes in a larger size—per mL, it’s actually slightly less expensive (girl math turned real math!). Plus it’s purple, which is just fun! I believe the Face Oil is their hero product—it’s rich and hydrating, but completely non-comedogenic, meaning it won’t clog your pores or cause breakouts (huge!). And I love the way it smells—just like marzipan! Sidenote: The founder’s gorgeous wedding was in Vogue recently. I’m a sucker for a good Vogue Weddings feature (paging josie duffy rice, we must discuss), and this was one of my favorites!
Habelo Hand Serum: I’ve mentioned this here before—it’s a hand serum/ treatment that’s meant to tackle fine lines, crepe-y skin, loss of firmness and elasticity—all the fun things that happen to our hardworking hands over the years. Unlike other treatments, this one doesn’t include retinol, but I actually prefer that. I find that those ones tend to make my hands feel dryer afterwards, whereas this just feels deeply nourishing and hydrating. A little goes a long way—I put a dime-sized dollop on my hands before going to bed, and it feels like a little luxury that my hands get to marinate in all night. It also comes in a set with a pair of gloves that help lock in the benefits overnight.
Jillian Dempsey Kohl + Kosas Eyebrow Pencil: I prefer this eyeliner to queen VB’s cult-favorite, which is really all you need to know (plus the fact that the ingredients are better for you feels important for something that’s going in and around your waterline). And once again, this is the only brow pencil I’ve found that doesn’t make me look like I have cartoon eyebrows. (P.S. If you’re looking for a concealer, this is the one Hailey Bieber is always using in her GRWMs!!)
ROZ everything: I know I’m a broken record at this point, but their Salt Scrub and Root Lift Spray are my true holy grails. (I feel like I really figured out my hair in the past few years—this routine has yet to fail me.)
Saie Powder Bronzer + Brush: This is a PRIME example of something people run for during the Sephora sale, but can find right here for a better discount. I for one am here for the return of powder bronzer. Theirs is smooth and perfecting—I wear shade Portofino. And whether or not you use their powder, don’t skip their brushes. They’re so well made for the price. Their setting spray is also one of my favorite new discoveries—I always buy the small size and theirs is under $15.
Westman everything: Old news at this point, but my queen Gucci Westman can truly do no wrong. My forever GOATs are the foundation stick (I spot conceal with this daily and have never felt better about my skin) and this highlighting stick in Nectar, but I also love their mascara (perfect for everyday wear), this tinted lip balm/stick hybrid (currently torn between Glogg and Bob), and these matte bronzing drops (a true tan in a bottle).
DedCool fragrance: This cool-girl layering fragrance is one of your (the readers of SIBAL’s) favorite products of ALL TIME. Seriously, you guys LOVE this stuff, and I don’t blame you! Lately I’ve been using it to layer with sweeter fragrances to make them a little more wearable day-to-day. If you’re ready for the next step up, they also make scented detergent (still clean!)—I’ve tried all of them, but this is the one I always come back to.
Other sale finds: Idk about you, but it feels like Brooklinen has been running a 25% off sale for the last month and a half?? As someone who always ends up forgetting to grab things I need during sales, this is very welcome IMO. (I already know this bed blanket will be replacing my comforter on hot summer nights.) 20% off diamonds?! Technically the discount’s for mom (code is literally 4MAMA), but if you use it to treat yourself I won’t tell! I finally grabbed one of these stackable mats a few months ago and have loved it for at-home workouts (I prefer the XL size personally—I hate feeling confined to a tiny mat). They’re rarely on sale, but MOM15 gets you 15% off. And not technically on sale, but Margaux will give you $40 off your first pair, so if you’ve been eyeing these wrap sandals (literally the only comfortable pair in existence), now’s not a bad time!
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