In this bi-weekly column, Forbes Vetted deals writer Bianca Alvarez combines her deal hunting expertise with her affinity for all things beauty to bring you the weekend’s best beauty deals on products our team has tested firsthand.
I’ve been scouting beauty deals for over two years, and I’ve repeatedly noticed sales tend to slow down in the weeks after a major holiday. But surprisingly, that’s not the case this weekend—many of my (and our team’s) favorite brands are offering solid deals right now, like 25% off the HigherDose Red Light Face Mask with our exclusive code FORBES20, and 20% off the Supergoop Play Everyday Lotion SPF 50.
Shop editor-approved and top-rated skincare, haircare and more for less this weekend.
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Now’s the perfect time to stock up on your favorites or try out one of my recommendations, like this Clarins serum that three generations of my family use, or this dry mask from IGK that keeps my hair ultra-soft. Up ahead, find my curated list of editor-approved products on sale, alongside several other must-shop beauty sales that are live right now.
This Weekend’s Best Beauty Deals At A Glance
This Weekend’s Best Beauty Deals
This HigherDose mask earned a spot in our guide to the best LED face masks for its comfort, two treatment options and overall effectiveness. “The biggest benefit I notice is a post-mask glow,” says one of our testers. “I feel like it rejuvenates my skin and makes it look more vibrant and healthy.” Our exclusive code, FORBES20, will unlock 20% off the entire site from now until March 1.
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“Supergoop Play is my all-time favorite body sunscreen,” says our supervising deals editor Kara Cuzzone. The sweat- and water-resistant sunscreen was named the best sunscreen overall in our shopping guide thanks to its hydrating, lightweight and blendable formula.
Three generations of my family use the Clarins Double Serum, and we all swear by it—no exaggeration here. The lightweight, fast-absorbing serum targets fine lines, strengthens the skin barrier, improves tone and texture and hydrates the skin. Because it does so much, we don’t need many extra products, which allows us to simplify our skincare routines.
After trying multiple face washes over eight years, Cuzzone still reaches for this cleanser the most. “The gentle formula removes makeup (yes, even stubborn mascara) with ease, and leaves my skin feeling soft and hydrated,” she says. “A little bit goes a long way, too—I’m typically able to get three to four months of daily use out of a standard-size bottle.”
With Ulta’s current promotion (get 20% off a full-priced beauty item with code 914833) coming to an end tomorrow, now’s the perfect chance to stock up on an old favorite of mine: Rare Beauty’s lip oil. Available in eight shades, it’s long-lasting, easy to apply and highly pigmented thanks to its gel-to-oil-to-stain formula.
Although I usually stick to chemical exfoliants, I occasionally incorporate a physical scrub into my routine, like this option from Herbivore. The gentle scrub uses pink clay, coconut oil, sugar, shea butter and Moroccan rose to exfoliate the skin, leaving it soft and hydrated. Plus, I love how its floral, sweet scent lingers on my skin after rinsing.
If someone asks me for a tinted lip balm recommendation for themselves or as a gift, I always recommend Clinique’s Almost Tinted Lip Balm in Black Honey—it’s universally flattering on all skin tones. It has a sheer yet buildable color, and leaves behind a lasting, glossy finish.
I’m the biggest fan of leave-in hair masks, and this dry option—you simply just spray it onto your strands like hairspray—from IGK is part of my weekly ritual. The mask, which is suitable for all hair types, repairs, softens and adds shine to my hair without leaving it looking greasy or adding unwanted texture.
Our beauty team named this Sunday Riley serum the best hyaluronic acid serum for dry skin. “I like that this leaves me dewy without feeling oily or sticky, it gives my skin a nice bounce and youthful elasticity, and it makes my pores appear less visible and more blurred,” says our former beauty writer Molly Calhoun. To get 15% off this serum (or any additional full-priced products), use code WELCOME15 at checkout.
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I was first introduced to this eye cream, which has the National Eczema Association’s Seal Of Acceptance, after numerous dermatologists recommended it. I love using it morning and night because it’s so lightweight, absorbs quickly and intensely moisturizes without irritating my dry, sensitive skin. I’ve repurchased it four times now.
Major Beauty Sales Worth Shopping This Weekend
If you’re in the mood to do some more browsing, I narrowed down the 11 best beauty sales to shop this weekend. Keep scrolling for all the details.
Amazon: Find limited-time offers and discounts on thousands of beauty products, including the Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream and Anastasia Beverly Hills Serum Boosted Skin Tint.
Ulta: From now through Feb. 28, you can get 20% on a full-priced item with code 914833. You can also find steep discounts from popular brands in the clearance section.
Sephora: Sift through products from The Inkey List, K18, Tom Ford and more in Sephora’s sale section.
Nordstrom: Nordstrom’s beauty sale section is filled with hundreds of products, including fragrances, makeup and more. Plus, Nordy Club members can earn 3x the points on beauty items right now.
Revolve: Browse over 200 markdowns in its beauty sale section, including the Tower 28 SOS Minis Kit and Phlur Decadent Layering Set.
Summer Fridays: To celebrate the brand’s birthday, Summer Fridays is offering 20% off sitewide from March 2nd to March 10th.
The Outset: Get 25% off all single products from now through March 1 during the Friends & Family Sale.
Osea: Take up to 30% off sets and bundles, including the Body Hydration Heroes, which features two of my favorite products from the brand.
Therabody: During the Warehouse sale, shop steep markdowns on new and refurbished beauty and wellness devices. Plus, use code EXTRA to steepen your savings on select items.
Cyklar: Save up to 25% on sets from this editor-approved bodycare brand.
Grown Alchemist: Use code FINALFEW to get 20% off select skincare.
