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I’ve tested beauty products for 5+ years — Here’s what I’m shopping at Sephora’s Savings Event

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McDonnell, V. (2026, October 30). I’ve tested beauty products for 5+ years — Here’s what I’m shopping at Sephora’s Savings Event. New York Post. https://nypost.com/shopping/sephora-holiday-savings-event-2026/

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New York Post · collected 2026-10-30 · by Victoria McDonnell

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A beauty product tester with over five years of experience recommends taking advantage of the Sephora Savings Event from October 30 to November 9 for discounts on favorite products. Discounts vary by membership tier, offering Rouge members a 20% discount and VIB members a 15% discount, while Insider members receive 10%. All members can get an additional 30% off the entire Sephora Collection throughout the event. The article highlights specific skincare products like the Shark CryoGlow mask and Aestura ATOBARRIER365 Cream as top picks for replenishing one’s beauty routine during this sale period.
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Sephora's annual Savings Event launched on October 30, 2026, offering discounts for various membership tiers. Rouge members had early access from October 30 through November 2 with a 20% discount and the option to share this discount with up to five friends once. VIB members could shop from November 3 through November 9 at a 15% discount, while Insider members received a 10% discount during their shopping window. Victoria McDonnell, a professional beauty product tester for over five years, recommends this sale as an opportunity to restock on essential products and try new luxury items.

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🔮 If I were stranded on a deserted island with absolutely no lotions, potions, or beauty products in sight, this is the sale I’d be counting down to so I could restock every last one of my tried-and-true favorites.
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🔮 The lightweight formula can also be used morning and night, so it couldn’t be easier to incorporate into your daily routine rather than saving it for special occasions. Whether you’re planning a makeup-free Saturday, preparing for weekend plans or simply hoping to give tired-looking eyes some extra attention, this 40%-off rollerball treatment is a convenient addition to your beauty lineup.
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ALLONSALE Rouge Sephora VIB the Sephora Savings Event

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Sephora ORG · 2× ALLONSALE ORG · 1× Estée Lauder ORG · 1× Rouge ORG · 1× VIB ORG · 1×

Narrative

- Rouge members get first dibs from Oct. 30 through Nov. 2, with 20% off eligible purchases throughout the event and the bonus perk of sharing a one-time 20% discount with up to five friends - VIB members can shop from Nov. 3 through Nov. 9 and enjoy 15% off - Insider members can take 10% off during that same window And no matter your tier, you can score 30% off the entire Sephora Collection for the full duration of the sale.
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🔮 If I were stranded on a deserted island with absolutely no lotions, potions, or beauty products in sight, this is the sale I’d be counting down to so I could restock every last one of my tried-and-true favorites.

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The holidays are right around the corner, which means it’s officially time to get my beauty routine in order with the Sephora Savings Event, launching Oct. 30 and running through Nov. 9. asserted
routine → mean → Nov.
If I were stranded on a deserted island with absolutely no lotions, potions, or beauty products in sight, this is the sale I’d be counting down to so I could restock every last one of my tried-and-true favorites. uncertain
I → strand → favorites
As a professional beauty product tester and commerce reporter for more than half a decade, I’ve tested my fair share of makeup, skincare, fragrance and haircare products, and I know which ones deserve a permanent spot in my routine. asserted
ones → test → routine
Luckily, all of my go-to picks are right here. asserted
all → go → picks
Whether you’re looking to replenish your everyday essentials, finally splurge on that luxury serum, discover a new signature scent or stock up on the haircare heroes that keep your strands looking their best, this is the perfect opportunity to fill your cart. asserted
this → look → cart
Just keep in mind that your Beauty Insider tier determines how much you’ll save and when you can start shopping, so you’ll want to have your wish list ready before the event kicks off. asserted
event → keep → much
Here’s how the Sephora Holiday Savings Event 2026 dates break down: asserted
dates → ’ → ?
- Rouge members get first dibs from Oct. 30 through Nov. 2, with 20% off eligible purchases throughout the event and the bonus perk of sharing a one-time 20% discount with up to five friends - VIB members can shop from Nov. 3 through Nov. 9 and enjoy 15% off - Insider members can take 10% off during that same window And no matter your tier, you can score 30% off the entire Sephora Collection for the full duration of the sale. asserted
you → get → sale
Consider it your sign to stock up on the products you already love and make room for a few new discoveries. asserted
you → consider → discoveries
When it’s time to check out, shop in-store or online and enter the promo code ALLONSALE to access your discount. asserted
it → ’ → discount
Trust me: With more than half a decade of professional product testing and commerce reporting behind me, these are the picks I’d be adding to my cart first. asserted
I → trust → cart
Click to jump to a specific category: Skincare | Makeup | Haircare | Fragrance Skincare I love using my Shark CryoGlow mask (as evidenced by my full review) to give my skincare routine that extra at-home facial feeling, so the Sephora Savings Event is the perfect time for me to invest in my skin. asserted
me → click → skin
The cooling under-eye feature is one of my favorite ways to make my routine feel refreshing and relaxing. asserted
routine → cool → ways
My Aestura ATOBARRIER365 Cream is a staple in my routine whenever my skin needs lasting hydration and extra barrier support. asserted
skin → need → hydration
I love how it keeps my skin feeling nourished and comfortable, making it a product I always want on hand. asserted
I → love → hand
During the Sephora Savings Event, I’m stocking up on this everyday essential while saving on a moisturizer I already know and love. asserted
I → stock → moisturizer
I love having my Sephora Favorites Skincare Must-Haves set in my collection because it gives me a curated mix of products to enjoy in my routine. asserted
it → love → routine
It’s such a convenient way for me to switch things up and get the most out of my favorite skincare finds. asserted
me → ’ → finds
The Savings Event is my chance to repurchase this set or treat myself to another round of skincare goodies for less. asserted
Event → repurchase → less
I reach for my Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair set when I want to give my face and eye care routine a little extra attention. asserted
I → reach → attention
I love having both products together because they make it easy for me to maintain a consistent routine focused on hydrated, smoother-looking skin. asserted
me → love → skin
Since these are premium skincare staples I already use, I’m taking advantage of the Savings Event to replenish my supply at a better price. asserted
I → use → price
My Summer Fridays Jet Lag Eye Patches are my go-to when I want to give my under-eyes a refreshing, hydrating pick-me-up. asserted
I → want → up
I love incorporating them into my self-care routine, especially before makeup or whenever I want a little extra pampering. asserted
I → incorporate → pampering
The Sephora Savings Event is the perfect excuse for me to restock these feel-good favorites without paying full price. asserted
me → restock → price
I love using my Tartelette Lengthening & Tubing Mascara to give my lashes a more defined, lengthened look without adding too many steps to my makeup routine. asserted
I → use → routine
It’s an easy everyday staple for me when I want my eyes to stand out while keeping the rest of my makeup simple. asserted
eyes → ’ → makeup
I’m using the Savings Event as an opportunity to grab a backup before my current tube runs out. asserted
tube → use → backup
I love reaching for my Sephora Favorites Cozy & Clean Makeup Value Set when I want to switch up my makeup routine with products I already enjoy having in my collection. asserted
I → reach → collection
Having a curated selection together makes it easy for me to create different looks without needing to shop for each item separately. asserted
me → have → item
During the Savings Event, I’m making the most of the value by refreshing my favorites and keeping my makeup bag stocked. asserted
I → make → bag
My LYS Beauty No Limits Cream Bronzer & Contour Stick is one of my favorite ways to add warmth and dimension to my complexion. asserted
Limits → add → complexion
I love how easily it fits into my routine when I want a softly sculpted look that blends seamlessly with the rest of my makeup. asserted
that → love → makeup
Since I use it regularly, the Sephora Savings Event is the ideal time for me to pick up another one and save on a product I reach for often. asserted
I → use → product
I love having my Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk lipstick and liner together because they make creating a coordinated lip look so effortless. asserted
creating → love → lip
The mini sizes are especially convenient for me to keep in my bag for touch-ups throughout the day. asserted
me → keep → day
I’m taking advantage of the Savings Event to restock this classic lip combination and keep one of my favorite makeup staples within reach. asserted
I → take → reach
I reach for my Saie Slip Tint when I want lightweight coverage and a fresh, natural-looking finish that still feels like my skin. asserted
that → reach → skin
I love having SPF 35 in the mix, although I still make sure to apply enough product and use dedicated sunscreen when needed. asserted
I → love → sunscreen
The Sephora Savings Event is the perfect time for me to replenish this everyday complexion favorite and save on something I use virtually every day. asserted
I → replenish → something
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