Use these secret Sephora Sale, Ad and Discount Hacks to save BIG every time you shop! Seriously… you won’t believe how much you’ll save!
Then… save even more money when you start using these genius ULTA Beauty Hacks!
Sephora Sale Hacks
Makeup is a girl’s best friend, right? That’s why I’ve rounded up the BEST Sephora Sales Hacks around to help you score extreme deals at Sephora!
The French have taught us so many fabulous tips about taking care of our skin, and one of the best things they’ve shared with us is Sephora!
Born in France in 1970, Sephora made its way over to New York in 1998. Now it operates over 2,700 stores in 35 different countries! Merci, France!
Now, you can never have enough luxurious skincare products to pamper your face… but that doesn’t mean a girl doesn’t want a deal on her favorite brands!
So if you’ve been wondering… ‘How can I save money at Sephora?’ Or ‘How can I collect even MORE fun Sephora freebies’? Don’t worry… I’ve got you covered!
Don’t shop without knowing these sneaky tips and secret tricks for scoring Sephora deals and freebies all year long.
These Sephora discount and sale hacks will let you treat yourself to some lavish new makeup must-haves, pretty nail polishes for at-home manicures, and dreamy hair products to ensure more good hair days this year. Are you with me?
Here’s everything you need to know about how to save money at Sephora…
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#1. Try Before You Buy With Your Choice of FREE In-Store Samples on Makeup & Skincare! (Tip From A Sephora Employee)
Did you know you can test almost anything in the store before you buy it?? It’s true!
No purchase is necessary for you to grab free samples in-store at Sephora!
According to a Sephora Beauty Advisor employee I spoke with, if there is a specific makeup or skincare product you’d like to try before buying it, simply ask an employee for help.
She said if they don’t have samples already on hand, they can make you up a sample in a small pump bottle to take home! Talk about a sweet deal!
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve fallen in love with something just to try it and it didn’t work with my skin tone. So the Sephora samples can save you so much money to help you find the perfect products before committing to the purchase! Just keep in mind, no fragrance samples are available.
#2. Or Get FREE 2 Free Sephora Samples With Every Online Order! (Great for Travel)
For every order you place online, you’re eligible to receive 2 Free Samples from a list of available samples. This is such a frugal way to try different makeup without having to buy the full size version first!
I also recommend selecting Free Samples that you can use in place of Travel sized makeup.
Travel sized items at Sephora are often overpriced, so using the free Sephora samples you already get with your order is a super easy way to save money! Many of them fit great in those TSA bags when flying, too!
#3. Score A FREE Sephora Birthday Gift Every Year During Your Birthday Month!
Do you love freebies as much as I do?
All Sephora Insiders (free to join) get a generous Sephora Birthday Freebie every year!
Simply stop by your nearest Sephora store any time during your birthday month to get your freebie. No purchase required. You’ll usually have about 5 different options to choose from, but stock can vary from store to store.
Or if you’d rather claim your freebie online, you can add that to any order of $25 or more.
You can never score enough free stuff for your birthday!
Related: 201 Birthday Freebies to Sign Up For ASAP!
#4. Become a FREE Sephora Beauty Insider to Earn Sephora Rewards with Every Purchase!
Be sure to join the ‘Free’ level of the Sephora Beauty Insider rewards program to receive exclusive savings and discounts.
Want the inside scoop about upcoming Sephora sales? As a Beauty Insider you’ll be notified of Sephora sale dates, which typically happen in April, August and November… think Black Friday!
Like rewards programs at other stores, you’ll also earn 1 point for every $1 spent.
Once you accrue enough points (at least 100), you can cash them in for free travel size products, skin care kits, beauty tools, makeup bags and more!
#5. Get Sephora Free Shipping on Every Order! (No Minimum Purchase)
Did you know another perk of being a Sephora Insider is FREE shipping on every order?
No minimum purchase is required!
Score!!
#6. Skip the $20 Beauty Blenders and Get a Dupe on Amazon for About $1!
Now I LOVE a good Beauty Blender… but did you know there are Beauty Blender Dupes on Amazon for about $1 each?
It’s true… and they work amazing! I’ve been purchasing the knock-offs on Amazon for years, and I’ve found them to work just as well!
Pocketing that extra $19 is such a simple way to Save Money Fast!
#7. Clean Your Beauty Blender to Make it Last Longer!
Want that Beauty Blender to last even longer? Make sure you’re cleaning it!
How to Clean a Beauty Blender… the Right Way!
#8. Scour Each Aisle for Hidden Sephora Clearance Deals (Up to 72% Off)
Most Sephora stores don’t have dedicated clearance sections.
That means you’ll want to make sure you walk each and every single aisle looking for red clearance tags intermingled with regular-priced merchandise.
You never know what you might find!
#9. Mark Your Calendars for the Annual November Sephora Sale for the Deepest Discounts! (Tip From A Sephora Employee)
Have you been eyeing something in particular you’d love to try? After you’ve sampled the product for free and added it to your ‘Definitely’ list… then wait.
According to a Sephora Beauty Advisor Employee I spoke with, you’ll want to wait until November for best deals at Sephora!
You just might see that very thing you’ve been swooning over drop in price with a nice discount!
#10. Also Shop the Sephora Sale on Black Friday for up to 50% off!
Want even more deals?
During your Black Friday shopping frenzy, don’t forget to check out the Sephora Black Friday Sale and see if anything on your wish list drops in price!
#11. Check the Sephora ‘Beauty Offers’ Page for the Latest Sephora Coupon Codes!
Did you know Sephora has coupon codes?
It’s true! I just recently saw a code for free same day delivery!
Always check the “Beauty Offers” link (located under the ‘Sale and Offer’ tab) on Sephora’s site for today’s top Sephora coupons and discount promo codes before you checkout.
Just enter the code at checkout to stack up the savings!
#12. Save Even More When You Know the Sephora Return Policy! (Gently Used Products Included)
Sephora has a pretty generous return policy.
Don’t like that lipstick you just purchased… after using it 3 times?
You can probably return it for a full refund at your local store. Some colors just don’t work on certain skin tones, but you may not know until you’ve tried it at home, right?
Before you go shopping at Sephora, I highly recommend taking a moment to familiarize yourself with the Sephora Return Policy!
This is an easy way to save money… or at least not waste your money in case you change your mind!!
#13. Try New Lush Skincare Products From Top Brands at In-Store Events!
Did you know that Sephora regularly hosts free in-store events?
At these events you can get more samples to try of high-end skincare products like Tatcha, Topicals, and more.
See what Sephora Events are happening at your store when you call your local store to see what upcoming Sephora Events are happening near you.
#14. Get the Sephora App for App-First and App-Only Products!
Want access to new products before they hit the store? Or would you like exclusive access to app-only products?
Go take a minute to download the Sephora App and you’ll be the first to know!
Bonus Tip: Get a FREE Sephora Gift Card for Taking Surveys!
Did you know that you can get a Free Sephora Gift Card from points you earn taking surveys with Survey Junkie? They’ve even got an easy earnings wheel to track your progress!
I’m personally a member of Survey Junkie, and it’s such a fun way to score Free Sephora Gift Cards!
Once you reach 1,000 points on Survey Junkie, you can cash out your points for a $10 Gift Card.
When you’re ready to cash out your points, just choose the Sephora Gift Card (you’ll receive it in your account that SAME day), or select another Free Gift Card… or even PayPal Cash!!
Bonus Tip 2: Get Even More FREE Sephora Gift Cards from Swagbucks!
I’ve been a member of Swagbucks for over 10 years now, and have racked up so many free gift cards it’s ridiculous!
Here’s what you need to do…
Go here to sign up for your Free Swagbucks account.
Then… start earning SB Points! Learn about all the best ways to earn SB Points with these 16 Ways to Earn More Swagbucks SB Points. More SB points = More Gift Cards!
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You won’t believe how much you’ll save at Target, Walmart, Sam’s Club, Amazon, Bath & Body Works, ULTA, Sephora, Joann, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Burlington and more!
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CoCo says
Oh my word, Heidi, I didn’t know about half of these – thank you! I’m pretty new to makeup so I knew about the birthday club but nothing about getting samples or special sales or anything else. I can’t wait to take advantage of this. My skin is pretty sensitive and there’s nothing worse than spending a lot of money on products that you can’t use because they break your skin out. Hugs, CoCo
Heidi says
That’s so true, CoCo… I’ve done that in the past, and it’s the worst! That’s why I love the ‘try before you buy’ options at Sephora. They really are a game changer!
Healthy World Cuisine says
So many fabulous ideas. Will have to sign up during our birthday month. The store is a bit different in HK but I am sure they have some of the similar offerings.
Heidi says
That’s fantastic… I’m so glad you liked the tips, and have a Sephora nearby!
Adriana Leandro says
Great tips Heidi. It’s good to try the product before buying.
Thanks for sharing.
Heidi says
Definitely… I love that they offer that option!
Veronica Lee says
What a treasure trove of Sephora sale hacks!
Thank you, Heidi!
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, Veronica!
rainbow evening says
I will try this “#8. Scour Each Aisle for Hidden Sephora Clearance Deals (Up to 72% Off).”
Thank you for sharing
Heidi says
You’re very welcome! There really are so many hidden deals to be found at Sephora!
Her Digital Coffee says
Awesome tips Heidi! I love how Sephora is a place where you can try something before you buy it. If you do buy a product and end up changing your mind or have an allergic reaction, you can easily return or exchange it for something else. I also love their birthday gifts too! Thank you for sharing!
Heidi says
You’re very welcome! And I agree… the try before you buy and generous return policy makes it such a great place to shop!
Allie Mackin says
Oooo thanks for the heads up on all this. There is a new Sephore 5 blocks from my apartment I so need to check this out.
Allie of
http://www.allienyc.com
Heidi says
Oh that’s so exciting, and perfect timing, Allie! Have fun!!
Kathrine Eldridge says
I am a Sephora junkie and am part of their rewards program. I love the birthday gift they have. I try to stay away from the actual store because I can go crazy buying things I don’t need! Lol!
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Heidi says
Haha… I know what you mean!! 🙂
Lisa's Notebook says
There are so many companies that offer deals if you download their Apps, aren’t there? Didn’t realise Sephora was one of them – great tip, Heidi, thank you!
Heidi says
You’re very welcome… downloading those store apps can unlock so many great deals! 🙂
delphine says
Nous avons aussi SEPHORA en France C’est une belle boutique
Bonne soirée
Heidi says
Fantastique, Delphine! J’adore Séphora 🙂 Bonne journée
Michelle says
Great tips! Always look forward to picking up my birthday gift each year!
Heidi says
Aren’t the Sephora Birthday gifts AMAZING, Michelle?? It’s such a fun birthday freebie to pick up every year!
hena says
Excellent tips. I just picked up my birthday gift a few weeks ago.
Heidi says
That’s fantastic, Hena… and Happy Birthday!! 🙂