Last year was the first time I ever really invested in my beauty routine – and it all started with the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It was my gateway drug, if you will. I had always wanted to try out the Creme De La Mer, but could never justify the price. Enter in last years beauty exclusive, and I was not only able to scoop up the cream, but also an entire set of La Mer products for 40% off the original value! This years exclusives are no different – same incredible brands for 30,40% off the original values. It’s impossible to pick a favorite, so I’ve included the few I purchased, and a few more on my wishlist below.
La Mer The Radiant Collection: $469 $330
Similar to last years set, this years version of the La Mer beauty exclusive is a must have for me. Although an investment, all of my products from last years set lasted me through the year, so I feel confident that I am making a smart investment. Included in the set is the eye concentrate (0.17 oz.), Crème de la Mer Moisturizing Cream (1 oz.), the Lifting Eye Serum (0.17 oz.), The Treatment Lotion (0.5 oz.), and The Renewal Oil (0.5 oz.). My favorite of these is of course the cream {too heavy for summer, but a total lifesaver during the dry winter months} and the eye concentrate {a little goes a longggg way}. I’m also excited to try the lifting eye serum – the skin around one’s eyes is some of the most delicate skin on the body, so I’m always excited to try new products – especially when they’re serums!
RevitaLash ADVANCED Duo: $196 $98
If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I swear by my RevitaLash serum. To back up a little bit, a few years ago I went through a phase where I was getting eyelash extensions every two weeks. Although impractical {& expensive!} it was the only way I knew how to improve upon my naturally short & stumpy lashes. The extension would look great for a few days, and then eventually clump up and go haywire making my lashes feel sore and ache {not to mention, make me look crazy!} After a while I developed an allergy to the glue and was forced to give up the extensions all together, but I’m so grateful for the experience of wearing them because I now know for sure that RevitaLash is the way to go for me. Now, there is no time spent in a chair, no bi-monthly appointments, no time spent adjusting wonky lashes in the mirror. All it takes is one swipe at the base of each lash every night before bed, and a bit of patience {it takes 2-3 weeks of consistent use before you will see results.} Once you see your results, you will never go back to life without RevitaLash. I now have the longest most natural looking lashes, and it’s all thanks to this product! The #nsale is an incredible time to try this product out because you get two tubes of the serum for the price of one!
Charlotte Tilbury The Pretty Pink Lipstick Set: $90 $60
Charlotte Tilbury is one of my favorite make up brands {I swear by this product of hers} & I always get so excited about these little lipstick sets she makes exclusive for the sale every year. Arguable her most popular shade, Pillow Talk is included in this years set which I have been dying to try. She also included two Nordstrom exclusive colorways – Rose Kiss, a soft warm merlot color with a matte finish and K.I.S.S.I.N.G. Blushing Dream, a cool feminine rosebud colorway with a satin finish. Needless to say I’m extremely excited about all three of these products!
SPACE.N.K. Apothecary Oribe Magic Styling Set: $90 $60
Everyone’s favorite hair product is finally on sale, and the best part is you are getting two full size canisters. I love the dry texturizing spray because it adds a bit of grit to dirty hair allowing you to prolong its life between washes. It also acts as an invisible dry hairspray that builds incredible volume and texture. To use, spray into the roots of dry hair or any areas where you want volume or texture. Did I mention this is one of those products that just smells amazing? I would bottle it up and wear it as perfume if I could. Also included in this set is a full size Gold Lust Dry Shampoo (6 oz.) which is a ‘dry shampoo that absorbs product buildup, oil and impurities with translucent powders while soothing the scalp and restoring strength and softness.’ I haven’t tried this product yet but I am eager to try it out. If it’s anywhere near as good as the texturizing spray, I’m sure I’ll love it.
BeautyBio GloPRO – Microneedling Regeneration Tool Face & Eye Set: $287 $169
I have had my GloPro microneedling tool for almost 7 months now and use it every week. As I explained in my post here, I believe in the fact that it helps my skin better absorb the products I’m putting onto it {important when I’m spending an arm and a leg on products like La Mer!} With this set you are getting the Microneedling Regeneration Tool, the Face MicroTip Attachment, the Eye MicroTip attachment, the Bright Eyes Illuminating Colloidal Silver + Collagen Eye Patches (10-pack), the Skin Prep Pad (5-pack), and the Quench Moisturizer. Pretty amazing!
Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift Advanced Wrinkle Treatment: $140 $105
I started noticing fine lines and wrinkles around my eyes and mouth about a year ago so I set out to find a good at-home solution. I had heard great things about Kate Sommerville products, and after doing some research and reading the 100+ reviews on this DermalQuench Liquid Lift here, I decided to give it a try. The product comes out of the can ice cold and causing a slight tingly feeling once it hits the skin {I love that it does this!} It feels so refreshing and cool, and cold liquid on the skin is actually really good for it. A tip my facialist gave me {which seems so obvious in retrospect} was to only use the product in areas of need {vs. slathering it all over my face} I now only apply the liquid lift on areas that require it – my neck, eyes and mouth – stretching the product out to have a longer lifespan! Although I haven’t noticed major results yet, I do feel as if my skin is softer, and less dry in the specific areas where I’m using the product.
Supergoop! SPF 50 Sunscreen Trio: $57 $38 & Supergoop! Invincible Setting Powder SPF 45 & Refill Set $70 $40
I’m a huge fan of Supergoop! and have been for a while, so as soon as I saw this SPF 50 sunscreen trio, I knew I wanted it for my trip to the beach. I’ll also keep a bottle or two by my own pool so we always have some handy if my family or friends ever come over to swim. If you remember from this post, I have always used an invisible powder and absolutely love that this one has protection in it. I am naturally fair skinned, and have been wearing a daily sunscreen for over 15 years, so imagine my excitement when I found this product as part of the sale! I knew I had to stock up on it as well.
ITEMS BELOW ON MY WISH LIST:
SK-II Deluxe Skin Care Set $274 $191
This product has been referred to as ‘miracle water’ and I know why. After using for several weeks, my skin became so soft and so smooth that even my husband noticed. I was so taken aback that I actually stopped using the product for a few months because I didn’t know what to think – but with all my recent traveling and skin changes, I’m back and have never been happier. Not only does this product make your skin insanely soft, but it reduces redness evens out your skin tone {if you’ve been following me on Instagram, you know I talk about dealing with both of those issues often!} The main ingredient in the essence is Pitera and often referred to as ‘youth in a bottle.’ Read more about that ingredient here. To apply, I pour a few drops into the palm of my hand and gently pat it into my skin. Other items included in this set are the R.N.A. Power Radical New Age Cream (0.5 oz.), a Facial Treatment Mask (1 mask), and the Facial Treatment Cleanser (3.6 oz.).
Charlotte Tilbury The Gift of Glowing Skin Set $128.50 $75
I love the Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream – it’s slightly heavier than a light moisturizer, but still goes on really smooth and has a lightweight texture. It also has such a nice, light smell that I love. I’ve had my jar for a year and a half and I’m only now reaching the end of the jar – a little goes a long way! This set would be an amazing way to get a refill on my beloved cream, while also trying out the Wonderglow Instant Soft Focus Beauty Flash – ‘a visionary hybrid primer that combines an anti-aging elixir and complexion-enhancing light diffusers to turn dull, dehydrated skin around in a flash.‘
La Mer The Mini Miracles Collection $156 $85
Although I love the classic Creme de la Mer lotion for the winter, it is much too heavy for skin in the summer. That’s why I’m also purchasing this La Mer set – it comes with the moisturizing soft cream which has all the benefits of the classic La Mer cream, but is much lighter on the skin. Bonus for getting an extra eye concentrate! Can never have enough of that.
SPACE.N.K. apothecary Oribe Gold Lust Set $57 $38
I’m such a sucker for a travel sized product, and since I already have the Dry texturizing spray and love it, it wouldn’t hurt to have the travel size version. I’ve also been dying to try the oribe shampoo and conditioner and this is a good way to do so without investing so much!
Tata Harper Skincare Complete Skin Care Regimen Set $202 $144
I have the Tata Harper resurfacing mask and love it. When I saw this set included in the sale I knew I wanted it! It includes the Regenerating Cleanser, Resurfacing Mask, Rejuvenating Serum, and the Reparative Moisturizer. Tata Harper products are amazing because they’re toxic free and not tested on animals, which are two added bonuses mattering to me more and more these days!
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Duo $43 $28
I love my Anastasia BH Brow pencil, and this seems like a steal to also get her clear brow gel as well!
Arcona Magic White Ice Jumbo Hydrating Gel $62 $40
I’ve heard this hydrating gel is amazing, and I’ve always wanted to try it. Maybe now is the right time!
Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment $212.50 $125
This is one of Kate’s most well known products, and it’s one I’ve only tried from a free tester!
Jouer The Nude Lip Gloss Duo $34 $22
I have this lip duo and the color has become one of my absolute favorites! You can’t beat this price.
Ok so that’s it! My fav NSALE beauty round up picks! What are you eyeing/what have you scored? Let me know in the comments!
