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Hello, loves!
So I’ll be totally upfront with you about the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. I have mixed feelings. I see bloggers promote it like it’s Black Friday and recommend HUNDREDS of items that they tote as must-haves. Nothing against them, but I feel that not all of the items offered are gems, or even that good of a deal. I’ve purchased from the sale numerous times, and have had some items of clothing fall apart after one wash. I’ve also seen the items go on further discount weeks after the sale, which is never fun.
A brief rundown on the sale – it opens online to most cardholders on the 12th, at 12:30 PM EST/9:30 AM PST, or in stores when they open, and then to the public on the 19th. I am a cardholder, but don’t spend nearly enough money to be bumped up to their “influencer” or “icon/ambassador” status, so I’ll be shopping on the 12th (or 13th, or 14th ?as I’m currently in North Carolina and plan on enjoying my vacation.)
That being said, there are several beauty finds that I do feel are incredible deals. There are SO many different items available that I wanted to create a bit of a guide for the deals that I think are worth pursuing, if you’re in need of replenishments, or wanting to try some fun new products. I hope you enjoy my tips on shopping the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale’s best beauty picks!
Hair
I initially had the Beachwaver on my list, because I REALLY want to try it, but at the same time, it didn’t look like the iron I wanted was going to be discounted during this sale. (Edited to add that the Beachwaver is now discounted heavily since the cardholder sale started, and I’ll be picking it up!) This t3 verison, I’ve also heard really good things about. I haven’t updated my curling iron OR blow dryer for over 15 years, so those babies need a break. Also love the products they use when I get a blowout at DryBar, so I’d be excited to have them for everyday styling.
Skincare
Skincare is so specific to your individual needs, but these would be my picks from the sale. My skin is relatively normal, with occasional dryness around my nose, and some oiliness at the forehead. I have concerns about fine lines and wrinkles around my eyes and mouth, along with wanting to even my skin tone, reduce sun spots, keep breakouts at bay, and of course, sun protection. Basically, I WANT IT ALL! But really, what I typically use is multi-tasking products like a hydrating eye cream that helps with wrinkles, antioxidant face wash, sunscreen/moisturizer combo, and a night cream for wrinkle prevention. And occasionally, I’ll go in with something extra, like a toner, face mask, or extra hydrating layer.
My standouts from what I shared above would be the Becca Skin Love Set, the Kopari set because it’s so perf for summer travel, and the SuperGoop spray duo.
Fragrance
I’ve been obsessed with Versace Bright Crystal for so long, I’ve actually gone through two bottles and am currently out. Not only is the scent incredible and perfect for warmer months, but the bottle is just stunning. I also love having a reed diffuser out when I have an area that can’t have an active flame. For the more open areas of my house, I adore lighting candles for that lovely ambience and yummy smell.
Makeup
Y’all know I’m obsessed with makeup, so obviously this category is bigger than any of the rest! Products I will absolutely be picking up or restocking are:
Urban Decay All Nighter (my holy grail setting spray)
Clinique Chubby Color Lip Balm Set (how cute are these to toss in your bag and go?!)
Becca Rose Glow Kit (the price on this is crazy good)
Anastasia Brow Kit (running low on my current brow pencil and gel)
And then I’m torn between the NARS glosses and satin lip pencils… Both are typically some of my favorite formulas from NARS, so I don’t think I could go wrong either way!
Alright, loves, those are all of my top beauty picks!
I’d love to hear below, will you be shopping the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale? What are you most looking forward to picking up?
yes to the t3 products. they’re some of my favorites!
I’m so excited to try them!!
Love that you mentioned items outside of clothing and shoes!! Need to check out those skincare products now!
Kileen
cute & little
So glad you enjoyed the picks! Yes, so much good skincare at great discounts.
I love that hair dryer so much! Such a good find!
Oh, yay! Happy to see that it’s a good product.
I’m not shopping this year. I actually never have! But it’s always interesting to see what products and pieces people have their eye on!
Nothing wrong with that! TBH, I usually skip through all of the try-on sessions and posts I see on peoples IGs… It’s so much of the same, and I don’t always want to look like everyone else 😆
I’m with you, girl. I wouldn’t spend nearly enough money throughout the year to shop this early in the sale. I actually have never shopped the sale, and I don’t know if I’ll ever have the funds to do so. But I like what you’ve linked here!
There is definitely an opportunity to splurge if you have the funds, but I for sure don’t have the money to get EVERYTHING I fancy during the sale. I tried to focus on some necessities I needed to restock that I use daily. This was definitely more of a wishlist haha. Glad you enjoyed the picks!
Yes! Thanks so much for these girl. I’ll admit that I am all about the clothes because the beauty department is not my forte but I’m glad you shared some picks in this category. 🙂
Xx, Nailil
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Of course! I’m so good on clothes haha, so I wanted to share some other options that people don’t always consider. Glad it was helpful.
I hadn’t even explored beauty yet, thanks for sharing these great picks!!
Of course! Happy to help sort through all of the many options 😀
I love your beauty pics for the Nordstrom anniversary sale! ?
Awesome, glad it was helpful!
I don’t typically shop the sale, but I love seeing what everyone picks. I really love all these beauty products that you picked out!
You know, I go back and forth about it but the UD Setting Spray is what convinced me to do it! I was going to pick that up anyway. Glad you enjoyed the picks!
You picked some really great makeup finds. I love the price points of these. You really get a lot of product for the cost.
Totally agree! I do try to stock up on products that I know I’ll use. Glad you liked my picks!
All of these sounds so awesome! Thank you so much love for sharing everything you loved!
Xoxo,
Lavenda
Of course, so glad it was helpful to you!
Yay! So glad to hear other things about the sale rather than clothing. I love clothes, but I totally don’t need any more, lol. Great choices!
I love the sprays Drybar uses too, so I totally restocked during this sale! Love all your great shopping ideas.
Glad you enjoyed them! Yes, I feel sometimes like their products are magic. Fingers crossed we can recreate some of it at home! 😀