Ulta 21 Days of Beauty 2020 | Week 1

My second favorite time of year is here! Ulta’s 21 Days of Beauty kicks off today!

In the midst of all the craziness in the world right now, I’m going to share with you something a little bit more positive. Anyone who’s been here for a minute knows how much I love Ulta and how excited I get for the 21 Days of Beauty sale every year!

For those of you unfamiliar with the sale, every day, for 21 days, there are a select few products that are on sale for 50% off. These items are referred to as beauty steals. The sale on that item lasts just one day, so its important to me to have it all planned out and know in advance the items I am interested in!

In addition to the daily sales, there is a weekly special for each of the three weeks. These are usually not quite 50% off but are still really great deals and the sale runs for the entire week instead of just one day. If there is something in portion of the sale that you want, you may want to wait to add it to your cart on a day that you are buying something else.

Diamond/Platinum Exclusives – When you spend an embarrassing amount of money at Ulta each year, like me, you can either earn diamond or platinum status. This award allows you to have free shipping with the purchase of any beauty steal.

I’m going to break it down week by week (in three separate posts), sharing the weekly Hot Buys first and then each of the daily items.

Hot Buys

Face and Acne – Each of these items listed below are 30% off from March 15 – March 21!
  • It Cosmetics Celebration Foundation
  • PUR 4-in-1 Love Your selfie Longwear Foundation & Concealer
  • Becca Ultimate Coverage Hour Foundation
  • Lancome Long Time No Shine Loose Setting Powder & Fix It Forget it Setting Spray
  • BareMinerals Endless Bronzer & Highlighter
  • Stila Hide & Chic Fluid Foundation
  • It Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores Blush & Bronzer
  • It Brushes for Ulta (Dual-Ended Brushes)
  • Cover FX Custom Enhancer & Glitter Drops
  • OFRA Cosmetics Rodeo Drive Mini Glow Set & Makeup Fixer Spray
  • Beauty Bakerie InstaBake Aqua Glass Foundation
  • Smith & Cult Veiled Thread Weightless Micro-Blurring Foundation
  • Zoeva Liquid Light Drops
  • Benefit Cosmetics Hello Happy Soft Blur Foundation SPF 15
  • Online Only Perricone MD No Makeup Face
  • Online Only VDL Primers
  • Online Only Amazing Cosmetics Illuminate Primer Highlighter
  • Online Only Touch In Sol Pretty Filter Glassy Skin Balm
  • Online Only Benefit Cosmetics Complexionista Mini Contour Palette
  • Online Only BeautyBlender Correct Four Kit
  • Clarsonic Mia Smart 3-in-1 Connected Beauty Device
  • Juice Beauty Blemish Clearing Cleanser
  • Shiseido Extra Rich Cleansing Milk & Complete Cleansing Microfoam
  • Dermadoctor Ain’t Misbehavin’ Medicated AHA/BHA Acne Cleanser
  • Peach & Lily Super Reboot Resurfacing Mask
  • Exuviance Triple Microdermabrasion
  • Teami Blends Green Tea Facial Scrub
  • Mamonde Pore Clean Trial Kit
  • Online Only Skyn Iceland Blemish Dots with Salicylic Acid
  • Online Only Proactive Renewing Cleanser
  • Online Only Leaders (Select Items)
  • Online Only Patchology Select Sheet Masks
  • Online Only Hanskin & Trilogy Select Items

Sunday, March 15

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wizwas $23 – now $11.50 – This is an amazing brow pencil and will likely sell out before the day ends! I prefer the shade Taupe for myself.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz Taupe (for blonde hair w/ cool/ash undertones)
Ulta

Mario Badescu Vitamin C Serumwas $45 – now $22.50 – I’ve not used this but it has almost 500 – 5 star reviews. The people have spoken. I’m definitely considering giving this a shot!

Mario Badescu Vitamin C Serum
Ulta

Mario Badescu Super Peptide Serumwas $45 – now $22.50 – I’ve not tried this product either, but it has good reviews and good claims!

Mario Badescu Super Peptide Serum
Ulta

Diamond/Platinum ExclusiveMac Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder – was $36 – now $18 – This is another product I haven’t tried, but am seriously considering. I’ve heard amazing things and it has great reviews!

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder Dark (deep caramel)
Ulta

Online Only StriVectin Tightening & Sculpting Face Creamwas $95 – now $ 47.50 – This has over 800 reviews averaging at 4.5 stars. If its a product you’re interested in trying, now is the time!

StriVectin Tightening & Sculpting Face Cream
Ulta

Monday, March 16

Kopari Beauty Deodorantswas $14 – $18 – now $7 – $9 – This is a first time steal and something I’ll definitely be grabbing. I’m all about natural and aluminum free deodorants and have not tried these yet.

Kopari Beauty Coconut Charcoal Deodorant
Ulta

Lancome La Base Pro Oil Free Primer – was $42 – now $ 21 – This primer has almost 1000 – 5 star reviews! Definitely something I’m going to consider adding to my cart.

Lancôme La Base Pro Oil Free Primer
Ulta

Diamond/Platinum Exclusive – Dermalogica Sound Sleep Cocoonwas $82 – now $41 – Another product with amazing reviews!

Dermalogica Sound Sleep Cocoon
Ulta

Online OnlyBuxom Va-Va-Plump Shiny Liquid Lipstickwas $20 – now $10 – I definitely want to try this. I tried a different lip plumping gloss from Buxom and unfortunately couldn’t use it. So definitely interested to see if this is different!

Buxom Va-Va-PLUMP Shiny Liquid Lipstick Come to Dolly
Ulta

Tuesday, March 17

Bare Minerals Mineral & Perfecting Veilwas $25-$28 – now $12.50-$14 – I’ve always been a huge fan of Bare Minerals! Such great quality products and the ingredients are so good!

bareMinerals Mineral Veil Finishing Powder
Ulta

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Creamwas $89 – now $44.50 – Elemis is such a high quality brand. I’ve used and loved their peptide eye cream, and I have a feeling this one is just as good!

ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Marine Cream 1.0 oz
Ulta

Online OnlyOfra Highlighterswas $35-$40 – now $17.50 – $20 – I have the Beverly Hills highlighter and it is incredible!

Ofra Cosmetics Beverly Hills Highlighter
Ulta

Online OnlyKate Somervale +Retinol Firming Eye Cream was $85 – now $42.50 – Good reviews and I’m all about a good eye cream!

Kate Somerville +Retinol Firming Eye Cream
Ulta

Wednesday, March 18

Estee Lauder DayWear Multi-Protection Anti-Oxidant 24H-Moisture Creme Broad Spectrum SPF 15was $34 – now $17 – I’ve never tried this product, but it has decent reviews if you’re a fan of Estee Lauder, or looking for a new moisturizer!

Estée Lauder DayWear Multi-Protection Anti-Oxidant 24H-Moisture Creme Broad Spectrum SPF 15 1.0 oz
Ulta

Juice beauty STEM CELLULAR Anti-Wrinkle Booster Serum was $80 – now $40 – This product is one that I’m interested in, and will do some more research on. I’ve heard good things and it has great reviews. Juice Beauty is a great brand and I’m all about the anti-wrinkle life.

Juice Beauty STEM CELLULAR Anti-Wrinkle Booster Serum
Ulta

Online Only – Multi-Brand – Discover Brands – This is a small assortment of products from the brands Hey Honey, Persona, The Route, and Arcona.

Thursday, March 19

Lilly Lashes, Velour Lashes, and morewas $12-$26 – now $6-$13 – There are several great lash brands, that I’ve been dying to try, included! They all have great reviews and I’ve heard amazing things about them!

Shop Ulta Beauty’s 21 Days of Beauty and receive 50% off Multi-Brand Lashes.
Ulta

Shiseido Essential Energy Moisturizing Cream was $48 – now $24 – Great reviews and its a first time steal.

Shiseido Essential Energy Moisturizing Cream
Ulta

Clinique Acne Solutions Clinical Clearing Gel was $18 – now $9 – This also has great reviews and I’ve always loved any Clinique product I’ve tried.

Clinique Acne Solutions Clinical Clearing Gel 1.0 oz
Ulta

Cover FX Primerswas $38 – now $19 – I have the gripping primer and absolutely love it. I use it with foundations that I’ve found to move around a little bit more. It works so well! I’m thinking about grabbing a different one to try out!

Shop Ulta Beauty’s 21 Days of Beauty and receive 50% off Cover Fx Primers.
Ulta

St. Tropez Self Tan Classic Bronzing Mousse was $42 – now $21 – A great tanner. It has over 500 reviews and is almost 5 stars. I’ve used and loved this product and will be grabbing another bottle for sure.

St. Tropez Self Tan Classic Bronzing Mousse 8.0 oz
Ulta

Friday, March 20

Benefit Badgal Bang! Volumizing Mascarawas $25 – now $12.50 – I’ve tried a sample of this and it gave great separation to my lashes. I personally like a little bit more length, but when I combined this with my favorite It Cosmetics mascara it was perfect! I’m definitely considering snagging a full size of this while its on sale!

Benefit Cosmetics BADgal BANG! Volumizing Mascara Intense Pitch Black
Ulta

Becca Ultimate Lipstick Love and Ultimate Lip definerswas $18-$24 – now $9-$12 – I’ve never used a Becca product I didn’t love, so these are on my shopping list!

Shop Ulta Beauty’s 21 Days of Beauty and receive 50% off BECCA Monsieur Big Mascara.
Ulta

Exuviance Performance Peel AP25was $79 – now $39.50 – I’ve never tried this, but it has great reviews! I may be giving this a shot as well!

Exuviance Performance Peel AP25
Ulta

Online OnlyPhilosophy Renewed Hope in a Jar SPF 30was $39 – now $19.50 – Great price for a good moisturizer! It has great reviews and I’ve been very happy with all Philosophy products I’ve used.

Philosophy Renewed Hope In A Jar SPF 30
Ulta

Saturday, March 21

Tarte Shape Tape Concealer was $27 – now $13.50 – Literally the only concealer I use. Hands down the best ever. I’ll definitely be stocking up on this for sure. I can’t recommend it enough. And the 11000+ reviews speak for themselves.

Tarte Shape Tape Concealer 12S Fair (very fair skin w/ yellow undertones)
Ulta

Tula 24-7 Moisture Hydrating Day & Night Creamwas $52 – now $26 – I absolutely love this stuff! I’ve gone through multiple containers of it and I don’t honestly know if I’ll ever use another moisturizer. I’ve used others and this is just my favorite!

Tula 24-7 Moisture Hydrating Day & Night Cream
Ulta

Online OnlyDERMAdoctor Kakadu C Brightening Daily Cleanserwas $38 – now $19 – This has great reviews if you’re looking for a good cleanser!

Dermadoctor Kakadu C Brightening Daily Cleanser
Ulta

Online OnlyBeauty Bakerie Blending Egg Beauty Spongeswas $18 – now $9 – I’ve never used these but they have good reviews and how cute would this be in an Easter basket for a young girl?!

Beauty Bakerie Blending Egg Beauty Sponges
Ulta

Which days are you most excited about? What products caught your eyes? What products can you give your input on? I’d love to hear your opinions on some of these products! Leave a comment!

Stay tuned next weekend for Week 2!

Ulta 21 Days of Beauty

There are a couple of times during the year that I seriously love more than any other time… Christmastime, mostly all of fall, and the two times per year that Ulta has their 21 Days is Beauty sales! We already know I’m a makeup/skincare/hair care junkie, so when I can get my favorite high end items for a bargain, I’m here for it. Obviously I’m exaggerating, but these are some seriously amazing deals that you don’t want to miss.

*This post contains affiliate links. All photos are directly from the Ulta website.

If you’re not familiar with Ulta’s 21 Days of Beauty, here is how it works. Every day, for three weeks, there are certain items that Ulta sells for 50% off. These items are available at the discounted price for that day only. It ends online at midnight. Don’t wait that long, I’ve missed out on things by a minute in the past. There are items that are available in store and online, online only, and then there are platinum/diamond exclusive items as well.

Diamond and platinum members, aka those of us who spend too much money at Ulta every year, get free shipping on the daily beauty steals. I appreciate that, Ulta. This is why we are such great friends.

In addition to the daily steals, there are items that are discounted up to 40% that stay discounted throughout the entire event. I’ve decided to go through that list and share my picks of those items first and then share with you all of the daily steals I know are amazing and what I’m probably going to be buying.

Hot Buys

These items are available at the discounted price through the entire 21 Days of Beauty, while supplies last.

I’m a huge fan of the Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water so I’m super excited to try the crystallized version. It comes in 3 scents, of course I’m going to try the lavender.

Original $32 // Sale $16

Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipsticks are a great option for liquid lips and they’re 30% off! I have a couple of different colors, I think I’ll try some new ones for fall!

Original $22 // Sale $15.40

Lorac eyeshadows are some of the first high end eyeshadows I ever tried, and they’re really good. They are super buttery soft, and because of that some of the shades tend to have some fall out. Don’t let that scare you! If you’re comfortable with eyeshadow, they’re super easy to work with! I have several Lorac palettes and I’m so happy with all of them.

Original $39 // Sale $30

I LOVE literally everything I’ve ever tried from Becca. Like honestly, nothing has ever left me wishing for more! I cannot recommend this enough. Its great to put on with your primer, or mix right into your foundation. You can also use it like you would a normal highlighter if you want.

Original $41 // Sale $28.70

I’ve had several small samples of this serum and really liked the way it made my skin feel. I’ve not used it consistently long enough to notice any results, but I’m interested to try it out in the full size, so that I’ve got enough to try it for the recommended two weeks. It has amazing reviews, and will be 25% off!

Original $38 // Sale $28.50

Daily Beauty Steals

Sunday, September 1

Benefit the Porefessional – This is a really great pore filling primer. I remember when I was younger and wanting so badly to try it out but not having the money. When I finally got some to try, I was hooked. I don’t use it daily, but when I feel like my pores are looking larger, I’ll use this and they disappear!

Original $32 // Sale $16

Tuesday, September 3

This Becca powder is probably one of the coolest things I’ve ever used. Literally, it feels cold on your face. Its a hydrating powder and its a super weird feeling at first, but once you get used to it, it’s actually really great! I think it feels nice, and I’ve got dry skin, so I love it. It does, by the time you’re almost finished with the container, lose some of the “moisturizing” feeling, but still works really well! I always set my foundation and I think that this does a fantastic job!

Original $39 // Sale $19.50

Wednesday, September 4

I used to use nothing but bareMinerals, and I swore by it. I still love their products, and use some of them often. This concealer is one of them. The name “Well Rested” is perfect. This is an amazing concealer for erasing everything under your eyes. I’ve used it with powder foundations, liquid foundations, you name it. It’s just like all other bareMinerals products, that start as a powder and blend out to be a perfectly creamy product. Highly recommend!

Original $20 // Sale $10

I’ve tried a few samples of Mamonde rose products and been happy with them. I love the smell of Rose anything, so I’m thinking about giving this a try!

Original $23 // Sale $10.50

This No Poreblem primer is another great option for those who have larger pores. This is a little bit thinner of a consistency than the Benefit Porefessional, so if you’re not really into the texture of that, you can give this one a shot!

Original $18 // Sale $9

Thursday, September 5

There is just something about MAC lipsticks that I cannot get enough of. I’ve never tried one I don’t like. They look good, they wear well, they have an amazing scent! There are two colors available for half price and I’m definitely going to snag this one!

Original $18.50 // Sale $9.25

Friday, September 6

This set from Perricone MD is a great way to try out some of the products, if you’ve been interested. I’m definitely considering giving it a try! It could also make a really great gift!

Original $69 // Sale $34.50

I have a bottle of this in my shower and use it every morning. Its a nice, light exfoliation that is safe enough for every day use. I’ll definitely be restocking on this!

Original $28 // Sale $14

Saturday, September 7

I’ve never met an ABH brow product I didn’t love. I’ve heard amazing things about this guy, and I’m thinking I’ll grab one while they’re on sale. It’s not the same as the Brow Whiz that we all know and love. It has a different shaped end, that I actually have been interested in trying.

Original $23 // Sale $11.50

I was skeptical about this primer when I first heard about it, but I got it a few months ago, and it really is as good as everyone says. It helps my makeup to stay put longer for sure. I have a couple of foundations that I love, but in the summer months they tend to get a lot more dewy and break apart. This definitely helps with that.

Original $38 // Sale $19

Monday, September 9

I’m always looking for a good setting powder, even though I’ve got a handful that I really love. I’m definitely interested in trying this guy out. The reviews are good. Urban Decay never disappoints.

Original $34 // Sale $17

I’m super interested in trying this Peach & Lily serum. I’m not overly in love with any one serum, so I’m open to trying new ones. This one is definitely on my radar.

Original $39 // Sale $19.50

Benefit Hoola bronzer is one of my favorite bronzers of all time. I remember wanting this for so long and getting a sample in one of my subscription boxes. I was hooked. I love it!

Original $30 // Sale $15

Tuesday, September 10

I believe that I got my dr. brandt No More Baggage in a FabFitFun box. This stuff is good. Its cooling and refreshing on your undereyes. It has a peachy color to cancel out any dark circles. I highly recommend it!

Original $42 // Sale $21

How much of an explanation do you need for St. Tropez? They have a lineup of amazing products!

Original $44 // Sale $22

Thursday, September 12

This is a great mascara option if you are looking for longer lashes. I’ve gone through multiple tubes of it! It really does great!

Original $23 // Sale $11.50

Friday, September 13

These blushes and highlighters really do last all day long. I’ve got a ton of different blushes that by the end of the day, I’m wondering what happened to them. These stay put exactly where you put them, until you take them off! They come in so many beautiful colors too!

Original $29 // Sale $14.50

Another great option for Lorac! I’ve got both the Unzipped palettes and they are just as good as the Lorac Pro palettes!

Original $35 // Sale $17.50

I’m definitely interested in trying this system out. You use one per week, apply, leave on for a few minutes, and then rinse. It’s supposed to help resurface your skin and leave it glowing and looking healthy.

Original $85 // Sale $42.50

Saturday, September 14

I’ve been a fan of the It Cosmetics CC cream for such a long time and I’m dying to try this. I’m so glad that it’s one of the daily steals. I can’t wait to get my hands on it and try it out!

Original $39.50 // Sale $19.25

These have been so hyped for so long. I’m definitely considering trying them out. I’m a huge fan of liquid lipsticks, so I’m definitely thinking about it.

Original $29 // Sale $14.50

Sunday, September 15

I have and love this palette! My husband actually got it for me as a Christmas gift, and it has been a favorite since I got it. You can create so many different looks with the shades. They are super blendable and just look amazing.

Original $39 // Sale $19.50

I’ve gone through multiple tubes of this primer. I’ve got dry skin and I love the way this makes my skin feel when I apply it. I usually mix it with other primers, for different needs, but this definitely does moisturize my skin.

Original $34 // Sale $17

This is another product I haven’t tried, but I’ve been interested in it since I heard about it for the first time. I’m always looking for good products to hydrate my skin. This has great reviews, so it’s another item on my wishlist.

Original $65 // Sale $32.50

Monday, September 16

My mom has PMD device and loves it. She’s been using hers for about a year or so and she’s been really happy with it. It’s something I’ve always wanted to try, maybe I’ll buy it as a Christmas gift for myself. Christmas in September? Can we make that a thing?

Original $199 // Sale $99.50

Tuesday, September 17

Another setting powder with great reviews. I’ve loved everything I’ve tried from CoverFX as well. I’m not sure which powder I’m going to try, but this is one of the contenders.

Original $35 // Sale $17.50

Wednesday, September 18

Another brand I’ve been super impressed with is Tula. I’ve tried a ton of different products from the brand and been happy with them. I’m not sure I’ll need a new eye cream by the time this is on sale, but the price is pretty great. I may add it to my stash of backups.

Original $52 // Sale $26

This is another eye cream that I’ve heard really great things about.

Original $49 // Sale $24.50

Thursday, September 19

This is a great set to try out the brand Origins. It could also make a great gift set!

Original $29 // Sale $14.50

I love a banana powder for under my eyes to help brighten and make me look awake. I’ve tried a couple of samples of DermaBlend powders and been really happy with them. Definitely something I want to check out!

Original $29 // Sale $14.50

Friday, September 20

So, today is the day for amazing items apparently. Seriously, Ulta, you’re killing me with these items! So many amazing deals!

This is an amazing concealer. It literally covers everything. I’ve used it several times and honestly, you can use too much. You only need the absolute tiniest amount, so don’t go overboard with it.

Original $21 // Sale $10.50

I’ve never met someone who used this moisturizer and didn’t love it. I was crushed when my last container was empty. So glad to be able to grab another one for half price!

Original $26 // Sale $13

I have not found a single product that cleans my sponges and brushes better than the BeautyBlender Solid Cleanser. It gets everything out so quickly and rinses clean so easily! I’ll take ten please!

Original $16 // Sale $8

Saturday, September 21

This Juice Beauty Serum is another on my wish list. It has great reviews and really great claims, I’m thinking I’m going to do a little bit more research – I’ll update you on what I find out!

Original $80 // Sale $40

Another great brow product! I think by the end of this sale everyone should have flawless skin and perfect brows!

Original $24 // Sale $12

So that wraps everything up! There are so many amazing deals that are going to be hard to pass up! I tried to go through and find what I actually have used and know are awesome products and then products that I’m interested in trying and/or for sure buying! There are other things available but I didn’t want to talk about things I know nothing about. I wanted to give you guys my honest thoughts on the products!

Let me know what your favorites are and what you’re dying to try!

XOXO