I’ll be the first to tell you — the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is the event beauty obsessives set reminders for, schedule PTO around and strategize like it’s a Black Friday Hunger Games scenario. Why? Because it’s one of the very few times high-end, can-not-live-without beauty products actually go on sale.
I’m talking full-size, best-in-class skincare, cult-favorite makeup, fancy tools and luxe fragrances with discounts. It’s chaos, in the best way.
If you’ve ever impulse-bought a $68 moisturizer on a Tuesday, this is your Super Bowl. This year, the beauty deals are next-level, including exclusive sets, limited-edition gifts and markdowns that make even the most seasoned product hoarders do a double-take. And unlike most sales, where leftovers get the discount treatment, the Nordstrom beauty lineup is stacked with the good stuff. (La Mer, Dyson, Anastasia Beverly Hills…you get the picture).
But with hundreds of products to scroll through, it’s dangerously easy to get sidetracked by a glittery eyeshadow palette you’ll never use. That’s why Post Wanted did the hard part for you. As a full-time beauty product tester and commerce reporter, I combed through the entire beauty section (yes, every sheet mask, brow gel and retinol serum) to bring you the ones that are actually worth it.
No filler, no fluff. Just real-deal winners.
Whether you’re restocking your ride-or-die SPF, upgrading your tools (hello, NuFace) or finally giving in to that TikTok-famous hair oil, this sale is your moment. And let’s be honest: your beauty routine deserves a little summer refresh.
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The Olaplex Every Wash, Everywhere Healthy Hair Set is a curated collection of travel-sized essentials designed to deliver salon-quality hair care on the go. This set includes both full and travel-sized shampoos and conditioners, formulated to strengthen, hydrate and protect hair from damage.
Enter quite possibly the best Nordstrom Anniversary Sale discount of all time. The slip 10-Pack Assorted Skinny Silk Scrunchies are the ones we use religiously, and are nearly 50% off for a limited time.
We’ve tested a bunch of blow dryer brushes, and the T3 Airebrush Blow Dry Brush is one of the most gentle on your hair. It distributes heat well, is excellent for travel, and it leads to a bouncy blowout each time.
The ghd Chronos Styler 1″ Flat Iron is the epitome of salon-grade chic. It boasts sleek, precision-engineered ceramic plates with ghd’s latest heat-enhancing tech to deliver silky-smooth strands with a single glide. It’s the ultimate tool for versatile styling — from glossy poker-straight looks to soft, undone waves — all wrapped in an elegant, compact design that feels as luxe as the results it delivers.
The Drybar Original Scent Detox Dry Shampoo (double size) is a glamorous rescue remedy for dull, lifeless hair. Its talc-free powder instantly refreshes and volumizes with a clean, citrus-vanilla scent that effortlessly masks oil and odors. Now, it’s double the size, so you can look runway-ready between washes, no water required.
The T3 Switch Kit Classic Trio is the ultimate beauty multitasker — an elegantly engineered base with three interchangeable ceramic clip barrels (1″, 1.25″, 1.5″) that effortlessly lets you switch from polished, defined curls to full‑bodied waves or bold voluminous coils in a single, luxurious toolkit.
It boasts the brand’s Rapid HeatIQ technology, nine adjustable heat settings and a high‑gloss ion generator. So, that sleek, frizz‑free shine and lasting hold is on its way.
One of my favorite haircare brands is IGK (it’s phenomenal, so definitely one to score during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!) Its So Smooth, So Soon Trio is a sleek, salon-worthy holy trinity of frizz-fighting essentials, featuring a detangling prep spray, a spirulina-rich smoothing mist and a heat-activated blowout balm that delivers keratin-like sleekness with up to 72 hours of shine and frizz control. Trust me, it’s a fantastic deal.
If you love that no-makeup makeup look and a healthy glow, look no further than the ARMANI beauty Luminous Silk Cheek Tint Duo in two signature shades. They flatter any skin tone and last all day.
If you fancy a shiny pout over muted matte lips, the Yves Saint Laurent Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick Duo is the twin flame you should add to your cart this Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Luxe packaging aside, they’re hydrating, flattering and ones you’ll obsess over.
Though a splurge, the Hourglass Essentials Makeup Brush Set is a collection of some of the best makeup brushes we’ve tried — ones that hold up well over time, even after cleaning them regularly. Complete with a travel case, it’s a great bundle to buy when on sale.
A swoon-worthy expression of modern femininity, the Prada Paradoxe Eau de Parfum Gift Set is a chic celebration of contrasts, merging the fresh sparkle of neroli bud with the amber’s cosy warmth and a whisper of addictive musk for that alluring final flourish. It’s great for any recipient who wants a bit of an ooh-la-la moment.
The NARS Orgasm Matte & Glow Talc‑Free Powder Blush Duo is a luxe little box of beauty secrets, pairing the iconic shimmering peach-pink “Orgasm” with its modern matte counterpart “Orgasm Edge” to sculpt and illuminate cheeks in one swoop. We love its talc‑free, 16‑hour wear formula crafted from silk‑soft, pure pigment blends. Naturally, it delivers a radiant, runway-ready flush that feels as elegant as it looks
The simplehuman 8‑Inch Sensor Rechargeable Tabletop Mirror is a masterpiece of beauty engineering, and an epic Anniversary Sale purchase if you’re looking to upgrade your makeup vanity. With ultra-clever, smart-sensor lighting that instantly bathes your face in natural daylight, it’ll illuminate every detail for flawless makeup or skincare routines.
The Lancôme Lash Idôle Mascara Gift Set is a swoon-worthy duo that feels like beauty royalty in a box, combining the swan-neck, micro-bristle Lash Idôle mascara that delivers lifted, fanned-out lashes with zero clumps. Plus, the conditioning Cils Booster XL primer is loaded with microfibers and vitamins for extra-length and touchably soft lashes.
Hello, refreshing summertime home. The Jo Malone London Lime Basil & Mandarin Diffusers Duo is a fragrance connoisseur’s dream, offering two sleek diffusers that fill your space with the brand’s signature scent—a zesty blend of mandarin, peppery basil and aromatic white thyme. Presented in Jo Malone’s iconic cream-and-black packaging, this set elevates any room with its understated elegance and continuous, enveloping aroma.
La Mer’s Mini Miracles Skin Care Set is the epitome of indulgence, delivering a luxe quartet of travel-sized essentials — The Treatment Lotion, The Renewal Oil Face Oil, The Rejuvenating Night Cream and the iconic The Moisturizing Soft Cream —housed in a chic pouch valued at $150+, yet offered at a rare sub-$100 price point during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It’s a polished, pocket-sized ritual for dewy, celebrity-loved radiance.
It’s time for a beauty splurge that’s actually worth it. The acclaimed Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare LED mask is having a glowy pink moment and, for a limited time, it’s accompanied by the brand’s other top-rated formulas: the Alpha Beta Extra Strength Daily Peel, DermInfusions Blur + Repair Cream and DermInfusions Plump + Repair Lip Treatment.
The OSEA Cleanse & Glow Body Set is pure ritual-meets-regimen. Imagine kicking off your shower with a plant‑based pre‑wash brush that gently buffs away dullness, followed by a gel‑to‑milk exfoliating polish infused with Undaria seaweed and micro‑rice AHAs to reveal silky smooth skin. Sounds nice, right?
It culminates in a lightweight, non‑greasy algae body oil that seals in hydration and leaves a radiant, sun‑kissed glow. It’s one of my favorites to use for pure luxury.
This cult‑favorite serum is like liquid alchemy in a dropper—an oil‑free, fast‑absorbing “7‑in‑1” repair elixir powered by Chronolux peptide technology and hyaluronic acid, designed to visibly smooth fine lines, plump skin and boost radiance overnight. It’s one of our favorites for your anti-aging regimen, too.
The Supergoop! Invisible Icons SPF Set is a radiant ode to sun protection luxury, featuring cult‑favorite formulas in chic, pocket‑ready sizes, it fuses broad‑spectrum defense with the polish of a beauty essential. Packaged with a sense of effortless glamor, the Unseen Sunscreen SPF 50 and the Unseen Sunscreen Stick are both perfect for your daily ritual that says “goodbye to UV and hello to luminous confidence.”
After reviewing the ELEMIS Jumbo Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, I can attest that it’s one of the most refreshing cleansers you can spend your money on. Now, the Anniversary Sale is worth celebrating, because it’s in a value-packed jumbo size that you’ll want to apply 24/7.
This year’s annual sale runs online and in-person beginning with early access on Tuesday, July 8 for Nordy Club members, and will be available to the general public Saturday, July 12 through Sunday, August 3.
Nordy Club members should check their status, as they may be able to access the sale early, based on the tiers below:
Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale is a great time to score major discounts on luxury labels, baby gear, beauty sets and much more. This event has something for everyone: keep an eye out for some of our favorite brands like Kiehl’s, Charlotte Tilbury, Le Creuset, Nuna and Hunter. This year’s sale will see 65 new brand names featured in the catalog, including Rothy’s, G.H. Bass, Alice + Olivia, Florence by Mills, WonderFold and many more.
This article was written by Victoria Giardina, New York Post Commerce Journalist & Content Strategist, who has spent countless hours researching, testing hundreds of products and comparing the latest makeup, skincare, hair and beauty items and trends to determine what’s truly worth your hard-earned cash. She evaluates formulas, textures, ingredients and more, in addition to consulting medical and industry experts. Some of Victoria’s latest conquests include testing the best vitamin C serums on the market, and a rinse-and-repeat review of the best shampoos of 2025. Victoria, who received a beauty industry essentials certification from the Fashion Institute of Technology, has been creating shopping guides for the New York Post since 2021 and previously held positions at Insider Reviews and CNN Underscored.