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When you research sales for a living, you discover all the best places to buy expensive stuff for way, way less. In this age, in this economy, there is no reason to be paying full price for most essentials, and that goes for what’s in your makeup and skincare bag. Retailers and brands have sale events all the time—you just have to know where to look. While Prime Day and other Prime Day-adjacent sales are currently wrapping up, there is one retailer that still has unbeatable prices in all categories, but specifically beauty: QVC.
That’s right, the QVC your boomer parents probably know and love and trust. But these days, you don’t have to watch QVC on cable TV to get good deals and snag exciting launches. You can just go to QVC dot com, click “add to cart,” and get everything shipped to your doorstep (we millennials and Gen Z can avoid having to actually CALL a number to ORDER something—shudders)
So, without further ado, here’s what you should be looking to QVC for to do your beauty restock (all shopping editor-approved). And remember to use the code HELLO30 to get $30 off your order if you’re QVC newbie.
best everyday face cream
First Aid Beauty, Ultra Repair Cream Duo (2-Pack), Mega Size
On Sale 18% off
This skin-barrier-loving, emollient cream is the only thing I personally use from September until May. It prevents my complexion from getting dry and irritated in harsher weather, and it’s acne-prone skin-friendly. It’s also a great option if you have eczema and need something suitable for sensitive skin. I’m still working on one mega stub from last year, so you’ll be set for a long, long time with this two-pack.
best mascara
Lancome, Hypnose Dramatic Lash Kit
On Sale 31% off
This 2-for-1 set comes with the iconic Lancome Hypnose mascara, which is one of the best mascara formulas I’ve ever tried (and I have non-existent lashes, so that’s saying a lot) as well as the Cils Booster XL Lash Primer, which you’d apply before mascara. It’ll give your lashes more volume and help the formulation stay put.
viral lip-plumping glosses
Tarte, Maracuja Juicy Shift Plumping Lip Trio
On Sale 17% off
If you’ve been on TikTok in the last few months, you’ve probably seen content creators telling their followers to buy these Tarte plumping glosses from the TikTok shop. I’m here to confirm that these Tarte glosses really are that good—I have several shades in every bag I own, because they’re so easy to swipe for instant pigment and plumping. These rainbow-colored ones don’t actually go on purple, green, and blue—they actually create a flattering, rosy hue based on your lip tone. Just don’t pay full price! Get them off QVC for nearly 20 percent off.
Nearly every dermatologist will tell you that there are two non-negotiables that should be in your skincare routine: SPF and retinol. The latter more so in your mid- or late-20s, and that’s because retinol is a total superstar when it comes to anti-aging and keeping blemishes at bay. It’s the one product that I feel actually works and does double-duty when it comes to my acne-prone, 30-something complexion that is slowly starting to develop fine lines. And StriVectin’s is gentle enough to be used every night, yet potent enough for visible results.
best vitamin c
Sunday Riley, C.E.O. Vitamin C Brightening Serum & C.E.O. Afterglow Vitamin C Cream Set
On Sale 11% off
Since I’m currently eight months pregnant, I sadly can’t use retinol—but I can use vitamin C products, and they’ve been such a life-saver for all of my hormonal breakouts and general cranky skin problems. Vitamin C naturally brightens and hydrates skin, helping combat discoloration and inflammation. Sunday Riley’s C.E.O. serum and face cream have some of the best formulations, so I always make sure to have a bottle and tub of each.
best wrinkle cream
Peter Thomas Roth, Un-Wrinkle Night Cream (Supersize)
On Sale 57% off
If you’re looking for a faithful night cream that’ll leave your skin looking and feeling younger every morning, snag a tub of this hard-working cream from Peter Thomas Roth. It’s formulated with retinol, aloe vera, glycolic acid, and skin-loving vitamins, all of which work overtime to plumpify skin and smooth fine lines. You can’t go wrong with any PTR product, but especially not this one. It’s normally $220, so get it while it’s nearly 60 percent off.
best brushes
Spectrum, Deluxe 20-Piece Pro Brush Set
On Sale 52% off
I’m a mid-brow gal when it comes to brushes. I stay away from cheapie brushes on Amazon, because they always fall apart or shed on me, but justifying paying a lot of money for brushes is tough. So I try to find high-quality brushes at a mid-tier price range, and I’d say that’s what these accomplish. You get 20 brushes for $60 (on sale): The set comes with foundation, blush, bronzing, setting, eyeshadow, and brow brushes, so you’re fully covered.
best lip set
Too Faced, Lip Plumping Set
On Sale 48% off
This Too Faced lip set comes with: the Lip Injection lip gloss (I can attest it really does make it look like you got lip filler!), the Lip Shaper (lip liner), and lipstick. First, (over) line lips, next, apply this perfect pink lipstick, and then lastly, seal it in with some plumping gloss for a high-def look.
best foundation
Estee Lauder, Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation
On Sale 10% off
It’s an oldie, but a goodie: Estee Lauder’s Double Wear foundation remarkably matches your skin tone (with a diverse shade range to choose from!) and offers medium, natural-looking coverage. It’s a classic for a reason.
There’s so much to love about the SPF brand Vacation. First: Its dedication to bringing back the SPF vibe of the 70s and 80s (think coconut fragrances and vintage packaging) with new-age SPF technology. Second: It’s efficacy (their Classic Spray offers SPF 50, is derm-tested, and is oxybenzone- and octinoxate-free). Snag a bottle of their best-selling spray while it’s discounted!
best brow product
Benefit, Gimme Brow Duo
On Sale 28% off
When in doubt, go with Benefit Gimme Brow. It’s the easiest to use brow product on the market, making shaping and filling in brows a cinch.
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