The much anticipated Nordstrom Anniversary Sale starts today, and with it a slew of ACTUAL beauty deals. Not the fake kind that wind up being tiny babies of the most unflattering shades ever, tucked inside giant pleather makeup bags. Nope. This is the real deal, so I took the liberty of doing a little pre-shopping for you:
Smashbox Mascara Wardrobe ($24) – This is my kind of sampler. One lengthening, one volumizing, and one strengthening mascara for less than the price of most department store tubes.
MAC Apply, Line & Define Eye Brushes ($50) – Absolutely the best bang for the buck, MAC’s limited-edition brush sets are the way to go if you’re ready to start investing in quality tools. This 5-piece number is worth a whopping $125.
NARS Hopelessly Devoted Set ($53) – Includes cult-favorite Laguna bronzer and Deep Throat cream blush, Orgasm lipgloss, plus a peachy new shade—for $10 off retail.
MD Skincare by Dr. Dennis Gross Double Peel Power Plus Vitamin C ($120) – Not one but TWO of the celeb doctor’s coveted Alpha Beta Daily Face Peel sets (super exfoliants for discolored, aging, or acne-prone skin), plus Hydra-Pure Vitamin C Serum to brighten. Retail value: $205.
Essie Fall Mini 4-Pack ($17) – Like crack for nail polish lovers, this set includes some seriously moody shades: Merino Cool, Limited Addiction, Little Brown Dress and Sew Psyched.
Juicy Couture World of Juicy Fragrance Set ($35) – Let’s be clear: I’m not advocating that you wear Juicy on your you-know-what. But man am I obsessed with all three of these sexy-sweet fragrances. The fact that they’re rollerballs just sends me over the edge. Also: Wouldn’t they make the perfect gifts for three bridesmaids or friends?
Bliss Fabulously Foaming Face Wash ($34) – A jumbo size of the Best. Face. Wash. Ever. I kid you not. When my husband stays at W Hotels, where they stock the bathrooms with this scrubby blue stuff, I make him schlep home any leftovers.
Filed Under: bliss fabulously foaming face wash, essie fall 2010 nail polish, Juicy couture viva la juicy, MAC brush set, MD Skincare Dr Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Daily Face Peel, NARS laguna bronzer, nars orgasm, nordstrom anniversary sale, Smashbox mascara, Vitamin C serum
Geez louise, those are some super deals! Thanks for the heads up…
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Oooh, that face wash sounds awesome! Might have to check it out…
guess what i’m putting my cart? you’ll never figure it out!
@Kara – why do you think I included the Essie set in my post?!
Thanks for the heads-up, Bets! I’m going after that NARS Hopelessly Devoted set ….
Viva La Juicy is a lovely perfume and I always get compliments from guys (and the gals)! It is a very sweet & flirty fragrance that is perfect for summer time. I carry my rollerball mini in my purse at all times, and it’s so convenient to swipe it on before I head out for the evening. Love this gift set and will have to pick one up!