Skip to Content

10 Items to Shop from Sephora’s First-Ever Summer Deal Week Sale

Sephora Beauty Director Helen Dagdag shares her must-have products.

By
a child with a syringe in his mouth
Filippo Fortis

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy.

Hello, summer! As we enter the new season, excitement is brewing for weekend getaways, longer days, and, of course, beauty sales! Summer is one of my favorite times to shop for my beauty products. As the seasons change, I often switch out my skin, hair, and makeup products for more lightweight, frizz-fighting, and sweatproof options. And while we all know that any time is a good time for shopping, this 4th of July, Sephora is kicking off the holiday with their first-ever deal week sale.

This sale will help you beat the heat and save big. It starts on Thursday, July 4th, and ends on Wednesday, July 10th. The sale includes up to 50 percent off select makeup, fragrance, and more. You get 25 percent off shampoo and conditioners, including brands like K18 and Pattern by Tracee Ellis Ross, so you can experience hair growth and have healthy strands year-round. In addition, they will have 25 percent off fan-favorite skin care brands, including Kiehl’s, Guerlain, and Youth to the People—be sure to head to Sephora.com frequently during the sale because the brands change daily. “If you love scoring deals on your favorite beauty products for summer, this is the sale you’ve been dreaming of. It’s the perfect time to treat yourself,” says Sephora’s beauty director, Helen Phillips Dagdag.

With deals like these, your favorite viral beauty products are sure to sell out. Not sure what to shop? No worries—ELLE spoke with Dagdag, who shared her favorite summer beauty essentials that will be on sale. Below, her top 10 picks to shop.

Best Deodorant

By Rosie Jane Chill the F*ck Out Deodorant

Chill the F*ck Out Deodorant
Now 27% Off
$11 at Sephora$15 at Amazon$15 at Revolve
Credit: Sephora

“The fragrance is super fresh for summertime!” —Helen Philips Dagdag, Sephora Beauty Director

Best for Hair Growth

Vegamour GRO Revitalizing Shampoo

GRO Revitalizing Shampoo

“It’s a great time to purchase a new product to add to your rotation and stock up on staples that might be on sale. I love this shampoo.” —Helen Philips Dagdag

Best Face Wash for Sensitive Skin

Youth To The People Superfood Gentle Antioxidant Refillable Cleanser

 Superfood Gentle Antioxidant Refillable Cleanser

“It’s my staple face wash and easily removes sunscreen [and] makeup, and doesn’t strip your skin.” —Helen Philips Dagdag

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
Best Flat Iron for All Hair Types

Ghd Chronos Styler 1 Inch Flat Iron

Chronos Styler 1 Inch Flat Iron

“I am a huge fan of slicked-back hair, especially in the summer heat! It looks instantly put together with little effort! I am grabbing the most versatile hair tool by ghd—the Chronos Styler! You can just straighten and smooth the top layers of your hair and put it in a bun. No fuss.” —Helen Philips Dagdag

Best Eye Pencil for Color

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil

24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil

“I love liner on the eyes in the summer. It’s a great way to create a look without putting on a lot of product. [This is] one of my go-to products to get the look.” —Helen Philips Dagdag

Best Hydrating Conditioner

Fable & Mane HoliRoots Hydrating Conditioner

HoliRoots Hydrating Conditioner
Now 25% Off
Credit: Sephora

“[This] is an amazing conditioner that gives your hair [an] extra oomph of hydration and smells incredible.” —Helen Philips Dagdag

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
Best Foundation

Make Up For Ever HD Skin Undetectable Longwear Foundation

HD Skin Undetectable Longwear Foundation
Now 30% Off
Credit: Sephora

“This beautiful foundation comes in a wide range of shades and can flex from sheer to medium coverage depending on how much you use. Plus, it makes everyone’s skin look stunning.” —Helen Philips Dagdag

Best Hydrating Lip Balm

Fresh Sugar Lip Balm Hydrating Treatment

Sugar Lip Balm Hydrating Treatment

“It gives a hint of color, feels moisturizing, and is perfect for summer.” —Helen Philips Dagdag

Best Mist

Peace Out Redness Reducing and Clarifying Facial Mist

 Redness Reducing and Clarifying Facial Mist
Now 25% Off
Credit: Sephora

“This mist is the absolute best for a quick refreshing spritz that will also clarify your skin. [It is] amazing if you tend to break out from sweat or sunscreen. It also works to soothe your skin if you accidentally get too much sun.” —Helen Philips Dagdag

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
Best Self-Tanner

St. Tropez Self-Tan Express Bronzing Mousse

Self-Tan Express Bronzing Mousse

“I love [to use] this self-tanner while on vacation. It helps me practice sun safety and look tan quickly.” —Helen Philips Dagdag

Meet the Experts

elle line break

Helen Phillips Dagdag is the Beauty Director at Sephora.

Why Trust ELLE Beauty

elle line break

As a leading publisher of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content, ELLE.com is committed to highlighting the best products in various categories by personally testing the latest and most innovative products, interviewing countless experts, and vetting customer-loved items. For this piece, digital beauty director Danielle James spoke with Sephora’s beauty director about the best shopping deals for the first-ever Summer Deal Week.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Shop More ELLE Beauty Essentials

elle line break
Watch Next
 
preview for Elle Beauty
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Makeup & Skincare

slow beauty la prairie eye serum

I Tried the New La Prairie Eye Serum for 12 Weeks

best dewy foundations

The 12 Best Dewy Foundations for Subtle Radiance

a statue of a naked man
Presented by EltaMD

Black Women Are Loving Self-Tanners—Here’s Why

lipstick

Should We Be Scanning Our Beauty Products?

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below