Ulta just kickstarted its annual Summer Beauty Sale, offering can’t-miss deals every week (from tomorrow, Jul 1st to Jul 15th).
And since we know first-hand how overwhelming Ulta sales can be (coz we want every damn product), we thought we could help you by rounding down some of our editors’ favorite picks.
If you just want to skip our picks and head straight to ULTA to stock up.
If you’re still bewildered, here’s what our editors picked for the sale:
Hair
It’s summer the girls are focused on hair growth! Here are our picks:
Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo, $96 ($78.60)
Name one person who doesn’t use Olaplex, and we’ll give you $100 (just kidding). The hair stylists- and HairTok-favorite brand has received so much praise that it honestly deserves a Hair Oscar or two.
And at the helm is the Bond Maintenance System that targets broken protein bonds in the strands caused by chemical processing, coloring, and more. In simpler terms, the entire line is perfect for any hair (3A or 4C) that needs a little (or a lot) of extra TLC.
Ulta’s currently having a 20% Off sale, so get your cards out because we predict it’ll be out of stock soon. You can purchase the whole set or get the shampoo plus the No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner, which is also on sale.
Miele Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil, $11
If your birthday wish this year is to magically wake up with thicker, fuller hair, then you need to get a bottle of any Mielle Rosemary Mint options.
The Strengthening Oil, for instance, is packed with scaling oils such as castor, jojoba, and rosemary oil that coat your strands and scalp to safeguard against moisture loss that can trigger dry, itchy and irritated scalp.
Buy One Get One At 50% Off – Add 2 To Bag at Ulta now, and all your birthday wishes will come true!
Psssssttt… you should also consider getting the brand’s Edges Control Gel, Strengthening Conditioner, Mint Shampoo, Hair Masque, or Leave-In Conditioner. They’re all on sale.
Camille Rose The Hair Growth Bundle, $24
If you can’t be bothered with the tedious ten-step haircare routines, try the Camille Rose Hair Growth Bundle that volumizes, strengthens, and moisturizes your strands to give you the picture-perfect hair of your dreams!
It’s also having a Buy One Get One At 50% Off – Add To 2 Bag RN, so don’t skip that button, love.
Skincare
We’re hydrating. We’re plumping. We’re all about glass skin! Here are our Ulta Beauty picks:
CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Sheer Tint, $16-$18
CeraVe’s newly launched sunscreen options are raising the bar for high-street SPFs, and luckily for you, they’re all strictly formulated with all skin types in mind (yes, including sensitive skin types).
So, make sure your skin gets all the sun protection it needs this summer by purchasing a tube or four (Ulta is giving a Buy One Get One At 40% Off – Add 2 To Bag offer).
Good Molecules 1% Retinol Night Oil, $12
The only thing worse than zits? The annoying dark spots and marks they leave behind.
Fortunately, this Good Molecules option is specifically designed to help fade those acne marks while also refining your skin’s look for a more radiant and youthful appearance.
But if you’re a sensitive skin hunnay and retinol is a no-no, Ulta also has a sale on the brand’s cult-favorite Niacinamide Brightening Toner ($14), the skin-loving Pure Cold-Pressed Rosehip Oil ($10), and the anti-aging the Daily Essentials Bundle ($24).
Black Girl Sunscreen Little Mermaid Make It Matte SPF 45, $18
Ariel’s skin looks fabulous in and out of the water. Channel that radiance by getting yourself (and your baby) this Black Girl Sunscreen summer pick. The moisturizing sunscreen provides SPF 45 UVA-UVB protection and is water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.
Plus, it’s fragrance-free, paraben-free, leaves no white cast, and contains ingredients (aloe, squalene, and shea butter) that heal, moisturize and soothe your skin.
But if trends aren’t your thing, go for the Black Girl Sunscreen Make It Hybrid SPF 50 ($17) or the Moisturizing Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 ($16).
Fourth Ray Beauty Hydrating Lip Mask, $10
Show your lips a little TLC! Fourth Ray Beauty’s Lip Mask deeply hydrates dry, cracked lips with a blend of softening shea butter and nourishing, antioxidant-rich vitamin E to give you luscious, kissably soft lips.
Ulta’s is having a Buy One Get One At 40% Off – Add To Bag + Free Gift Offer RN, so don’t skip it. Fourth Ray Beauty has some cool coconut and watermelon options if strawberries just don’t do it for you!
Makeup
We are givin’ mermaidcore, sultry natural makeup, and all the cool, sexy vibes this summer:
Juvia’s Place I Am Magic Complexion Empire, $9-$23
If you’ve been searching for some cool, dewy or matte “no makeup makeup” products, then Juvia’s Place is where you need to be. The brand offers a range of amazing neutral brown collections, a must-have in every Black Girl’s beauty arsenal.
This particular set contains a full-coverage foundation (for oily-skinned babes, in 42 shades), a natural radiance foundation (for dry or combination skin, in 43 shades), a buildable concealer, a bronzer, and a setting powder foundation.
It’s currently 30% Off at Ulta. Oh, the brand’s best-selling Candy Shop Collection ($18) is also on sale, so don’t miss it.
Morphe Ultra Lavender Collection, $18-$27
This one goes out to all the babes who love snatching up all the lavenders, mauves, psychedelic purples, and heliotropes they can find. With the Morphe Ultra-Lavender palette, we’re talking 35 glorious neutrals and purples in matte, shimmer, and metallic finishes.
And all those at 30% Off, what else would you ever need to pull off that royal dreamland look?
But if purple’s your Achille’s heel, Morphe 9-Pan Palettes’ are also on sale. So you can get the 9V Vintage Rose Artistry Palette (($9), the Floralisse Power Multi-Effects Palette ($13), the Lunarious Palette $13), and the Solaria Power Multi-Effects Palette ($13).
Elf Blushes, $7-$9
If you’ve been on the hunt for the holy grail, the crème de la crème, the cult-favorite of all blushes in the universe, get yourself any or all of e.l.f Cosmetics blushes (or the Halo Glow Blush Beauty Wand if you’re more into liquid blushes).
Plus, they’re the most ultra-flattering, easy-to-blend, and budget-friendly options. Ulta is selling them at a throw-away price, so don’t forget to hit that add-to-cart button, sis!
Fragrances
Did someone say Rome goddess vibes? Snack, whole treat kinda mood vibes? Warm and ~sultry~ meets fresh and floral summer vibes? Come with us:
Valentino Donna Born in Roma Intense Eau de Parfum, $156
Already planning to bring this magnetic floral perfume on a late summer vacation to Rome. The newly launched Valentino fragrance features a trio of luminous Jasmine, powerful vanilla, and warm benzoin notes giving a seductive allure of warm wintery nights in the eternal city.
And after an hour, you can expect the spotlight to be on the heart notes of sweet bergamot, sensual black currant, and whispy vanilla – so a single spritz of this perfume goes a long way. No wonder they named it Intense.
Get a bottle from Ulta today and receive a Free Gift With Every Purchase!
Armani Sì Passione Éclat Eau de Parfum, $150 ($122)
If you love a bit of sweetness and a dash of sultry, this Armani pick is your bb. The alluring bergamot, the daring damascene roses, and the woodsy white musk notes smell totally extra in a way that makes you feel luxurious and mysterious.
Ulta is having a 30% Off sale, so be sure to get one for days when you need a little mood booster or a scent that’s date-night-proof.
Ellis Brooklyn Super Amber EDP, $108
If you’re a warm scent stan, the Ellis Brooklyn collection (especially this Super Amber option) is about to be your new signature fragrance. Amber, vanilla, and cedarwood pair perfectly to create a cozy, super-sexy, and addictive perfume.
Plus, it’s currently 30% Off at Ulta, so you can get as many bottles as you want – think more like a fall perfume stock-up or something.
