When does the Sephora Holiday Savings event typically start?

Question

I am so hyped for the Sephora holiday sale like i actually have a list a mile long already!! I am debating two ways to do this though. Option one is just grabbing my staples like the Dior gloss and Summer Fridays butter balm right now because they always sell out. Option two is holding out for the big discount on the Dyson Airwrap since its so pricey and i have a strict $500 budget for this haul.

Im trying to figure out if it starts late Oct or early Nov? If i wait will the good stuff be gone? Im VIB right now and really want to hit Rouge status with this purchase... just need to know the dates to plan my life lol.

ArdonnSmoth · Accepted Answer

Found this thread today while looking for similar info. I managed to get the Dyson Airwrap last year during the November sale and it is easily my favorite purchase. I am very satisfied with how it works on my hair and have no complaints about the performance. Since you have a 500 dollar budget, focusing on the big-ticket items first is definitely the most logical path. You should check out the community boards on the Sephora app for their official calendar. They usually post the specific tier dates there about two weeks before things go live. Also, using a price tracking tool like Honey or the Shop app can help you see if other retailers like Nordstrom match the discount earlier in the season.

Check the Sale tab on the app daily starting mid-October.

Add items to your basket now so you can check out in seconds when the sale goes live for VIB.

Prioritize the Airwrap since it has a specific limit per customer and sells out fastest. Getting to Rouge is a solid goal because it basically pays for itself with the higher discount percentage next year. Just make sure the Dyson is actually in stock before the VIB window opens, as Rouge members often clear out the limited edition colors immediately. Honestly, sticking to the 500 budget is much easier if you buy the Dyson first then see what is left for the smaller lip products like the Summer Fridays balm.

Jameswhiva · Answer

OMG i am literally so excited for you! I remember my first big haul like it was yesterday and i spent forever agonizing over my cart just like you are. The sale usually kicks off right at the end of October for Rouge and then rolls out to VIB members in the first week of November. Last year it started around Oct 27th so you have a few weeks to prep. That Dyson is a massive splurge but totally worth it with the discount! Here is how i usually handle my list to stay under budget:

Add that Summer Fridays balm to your cart now because the popular shades vanish instantly.

Check PriceDropCatch to see if the price drops elsewhere before you commit your whole budget to one store.

Grab the Dior glosses in a holiday set if they have them since you get more value for your money. I once waited too long for a specific set i wanted and it sold out while i was clicking checkout... literally cried lol. Good luck hitting Rouge tho!