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There are beauty sales, and then there’s the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale—the rare event during which you can stock up on editor-approved favorites, exclusive value sets, and luxury splurges all in one place. From July 18 through August 9, the sale is open to the public—no cardholder status needed. This year's event is especially noteworthy as Nordstrom celebrates its 125th anniversary with its largest beauty assortment on sale to date, making it even easier to score products our editors love—plus plenty of Allure Best of Beauty and Readers' Choice Award winners.
Whether you're replacing a well-loved curling iron, replenishing your favorite sunscreen, finally treating yourself to that chic fragrance you've been eyeing, or, dare we say, getting a head start on holiday shopping—is it ever really too early?—this is one of the best times of the year to shop prestige beauty. We combed through hundreds of deals to narrow down the standouts worth your attention before they inevitably sell out.
Our Top Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Beauty Deals
Sky’s the LimitCharlotte Tilbury Exagger-Eyes Volume Mascara DuoJump to review
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A Bright IdeaTherabody TheraFace Mask GloJump to review
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Three’s CompanySupergoop Play Antioxidant Body Mist SPF 50 Sunscreen TrioJump to review
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Stock Up on ShineOlaplex Double Shine N°7 Bonding Oil DuoJump to review
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Fresh Air, BottledJo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt Home & Away Gift SetJump to review
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Best Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Makeup Deals
Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-Eyes Volume Mascara Duo
Allure former senior news editor Nicola Dall’Asen applying the Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-Eyes Volume Mascara
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Charlotte Tilbury
Exagger-Eyes Volume Mascara Duo
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When it comes to Charlotte Tilbury’s mascaras, more is definitely more. The Exagger-Eyes Volume Mascara pairs an ultra-curved brush—designed with laser-cut fiber bristles that catch, separate, and amplify every lash—with a smudge-resistant tubing formula for fluttery, fanned-out volume that lasts, or as former senior news editor Nicola Dall’Asen puts it, "what I get every time is a lash long and fluttery enough that I could set sail on it." Trust us: Once this becomes your daily go-to, you'll appreciate having a second tube on standby.
Westman Atelier Petite Baby Cheeks Blush & Lit Up Highlight Stick Duo
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Westman Atelier
Petite Baby Cheeks Blush & Lit Up Highlight Stick Duo
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Allure global senior director of commerce audience and analytics Lexi Herrick applying Westman Atelier’s Lit Up Highlight Stick
Lexi Herrick
Consider this duo your fastest route to a fresh, glowy complexion. According to global senior director of commerce audience and analytics Lexi Herrick, the Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Blush Stick “blends incredibly smoothly and beautifully,” while nourishing skin with jojoba seed oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, and oil-absorbing kaolin clay. The coordinating Lit Up Highlight Stick uses light-reflecting mica and antioxidant-rich grape extract to deliver a dewy, lit-from-within glow—no brushes needed.
MAC Glossy Comfort Lip Combo Kit
Allure social media manager Bianca Richards applying MAC Lip Pencil in Cork
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MAC Cosmetics
Glossy Comfort Lip Combo Kit
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Does Velvet Teddy really need an introduction? This lip duo pairs MAC's iconic neutral Lip Pencil with a coordinating Lipglass Air Non-Sticky Gloss in Casual, a lightweight formula infused with a 7% blend of coconut, jojoba, and meadowfoam seed oils for glass-like shine and up to eight hours of hydration. While social media manager Bianca Richards is applying MAC Lip Pencil in Cork (another versatile shade) in the video above, she says the brand's lip pencils are among her favorites for their color payoff and creamy formulas.
Hourglass Essentials Makeup Brush Set
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Hourglass
Essentials Makeup Brush Set
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Former Allure commerce writer Lily Wohlner using the Hourglass Soft Glow Foundation Brush
Lily Wohlner
When's the last time you replaced your makeup brushes? Yep, that's what we thought. This Hourglass set upgrades your entire routine with three of the brand's best-selling brushes. It includes the multitasking Ambient Lighting Edit Brush, which former commerce writer Lily Wohlner loves because it's "small enough to get into every corner but still glides across your face effortlessly.” Plus, it comes with the Vanish Seamless Finish Concealer Brush for more precise application, and the Ambient Complexion Brush for all-over blending.
Best Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Skin-Care Deals
TheraFace Mask Glo
Allure contributing commerce writer Christa Joanna Lee using the TheraFace Mask Glo
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Therabody
TheraFace Mask Glo
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“If your ideal skin-care routine is tackling as many concerns as possible while doing as little as possible, the TheraFace Mask Glo is worth adding to your lineup,” says contributing commerce writer Christa Joanna Lee. This cordless LED mask uses clinically studied red, blue, and infrared light to help firm skin, calm inflammation, and target acne-causing bacteria, so you can address fine lines, uneven texture, and breakouts in one hands-free treatment—all without downtime.
Supergoop Play Antioxidant Body Mist SPF 50 Sunscreen Trio
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Supergoop
Play Antioxidant Body Mist SPF 50 Sunscreen Trio
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Allure editor in chief Jessica Cruel applying the Supergoop Play Antioxidant Body Sunscreen Mist SPF 50
Jessica Cruel
When you're applying sunscreen every two hours (you are, right?), it helps to always have a few backups ready. Supergoop's Play Antioxidant Body Sunscreen Mist is an ultra-fine, water-resistant spray that pairs SPF 50 chemical UV filters with antioxidant-rich green tea and acai extracts to defend against free radical damage. “I love this spray for my beach days because it's lightweight and gives off a glow at first application—then it dries down, and it's barely detectable,” says editor in chief Jessica Cruel.
Nécessaire The Body Wash Duo Set
Allure contributing writer Deanna Pai applying the Nécessaire The Body Wash in Hinoki
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Nécessaire
The Body Wash Duo Set
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Some beauty products are nice to have. But body wash? That's firmly in the can't-skip-it category, especially during the dog days of summer when sweat, sunscreen, and daily showers become part of the routine. Nécessaire's The Body Wash Duo makes that everyday step feel a little more luxurious with a nourishing blend of marula, meadowfoam, and cacay oils, barrier-supporting niacinamide, and an invigorating eucalyptus scent that leaves dry skin feeling clean, soft, and comfortable
Flamingo Estate Green Goddess Candle & Soap Brick Gift Set
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Flamingo Estate
Green Goddess Candle & Soap Brick Gift Set
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Allure senior commerce director Shanna Shipin lighting the Flamingo Estate Green Goddess Candle
Shanna Shipin
Flamingo Estate's Green Goddess Soap Brick has become one of the brand's signature favorites, and when it's paired with the matching candle, the set strikes the perfect balance between practical and indulgent for anyone who loves a good "everything shower" or a beautifully scented home.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
Lee applying the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
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Elemis
Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
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Few products are as satisfying as watching the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm melt a full face of makeup into nothing. The buttery balm transforms into a silky oil, then a milky rinse, effortlessly dissolving stubborn SPF, waterproof mascara, and the day's grime. “I use it even on non-makeup days because the nourishing elderberry oil, starflower oil, and algae extract leave skin feeling soft, hydrated, and never stripped,” says Lee. And if you've ever wished your favorite cleanser came in a giant tub, this generous seven-ounce size is exactly what you're looking for.
Best Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Hair-Care Deals
Moroccanoil Hydrating Conditioner
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Moroccanoil
Hydrating Conditioner
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Lee after using the Moroccanoil Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner Set
Christa Joanna Lee
If you have long, dry hair, you already know the conditioner somehow always runs out well before the shampoo. All the more reason to stock up on Moroccanoil’s Hydrating Conditioner, packed with argan oil, which is "unique in its composition, offering high amounts of oleic and linoleic acids, making it extremely rich and moisturizing," says Orlando-based cosmetic chemist Krupa Koestline. "I'm extremely particular about conditioners, and this one has a great slip and a medium-thick texture that coats my hair without immediately slipping off,” says Lee.
Olaplex Double Shine N°7 Bonding Oil Duo
Allure managing editor Alessandra Foresto applying the Olaplex Double Shine N°7 Bonding Oil Duo
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Olaplex
Double Shine N°7 Bonding Oil Duo
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Hair oils have a fine line to walk: enough nourishment to tame frizz and boost shine without leaving your strands looking greasy. Olaplex’s No. 7 Bonding Oil nails that balance with the brand's bond-building technology, bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate, plus smoothing dimethicone, strengthening moringa seed oil, conditioning sunflower seed oil, and lightweight grapeseed and fermented green tea oils to soften, repair, and add glossy shine—all while protecting hair from heat.
Lancôme Renergie H.C.F Triple Serum & Night Cream 3-Piece Gift Set
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Lancôme
Renergie H.C.F Triple Serum & Night Cream 3-Piece Gift Set
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Lee applying the Lancôme Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum
Christa Joanna Lee
Lancôme's Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum combines three powerful serums in one bottle to target hydration loss, dark spots, fine lines, and firmness simultaneously. "H.C.F." stands for hyaluronic acid, vitamin C + niacinamide, and ferulic acid—three time-tested ingredients for addressing visible signs of aging—and this set includes both a full-size and travel-friendly mini of the serum, plus the Rénergie Multi-Lift Night Cream to complete your nighttime routine.
T3 AireBrush
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T3
AireBrush
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Former Allure associate director of audience development Melanie Curry using the T3 Airebrush with the oval brush head
Melanie Curry
If you've never quite mastered the round-brush-and-blow-dryer routine, the T3 AireBrush is the shortcut you've been waiting for. New York City-based hairstylist Jennifer Korab calls it her go-to blowout brush for beginners thanks to its lightweight design, multiple heat and speed settings, and smooth ceramic barrel that glides through hair so effortlessly it feels more like you’re simply brushing your hair—no pulling, tugging, or twisting required.
Bumble and bumble Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray
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Bumble and Bumble
Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray
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Lee applying the Bumble and bumble Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray
Christa Joanna Lee
Some people are born with big, bouncy hair. The rest of us have Bumble and Bumble Dryspun Texture Spray. A blend of zeolite, hydrolyzed wheat protein, and silk powder gives hair that perfectly undone, full-of-life texture with flexible hold. And once you see how often you reach for it, you'll be very glad you caught this jumbo size on sale.
Best Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Fragrance Deals
Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt Home & Away Gift Set
Lee applying the Jo Malone Wood Sage Cologne
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Jo Malone
Wood Sage & Sea Salt Home & Away Gift Set
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"If a beach vacation could be bottled, it would probably smell like Jo Malone London's Wood Sage & Sea Salt," says Lee. The airy blend of ambrette seed, sea salt, and earthy sage captures the feeling of windswept hair and sun-warmed skin without relying on the heavy coconut or vanilla notes that so often define beachy fragrances. This gift set includes both a full-size and travel-size bottle, so you can take that just-got-back-from-the-coast feeling wherever you go.
Tory Burch Sublime Eau de Parfum Set
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Tory Burch
Sublime Eau de Parfum Set
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Allure social director Kassidy Silva holding the Tory Burch Sublime Eau de Parfum
Kassidy Silva
A 2025 Best of Beauty Award winner, Tory Burch’s Sublime Eau de Parfum is bright and easygoing with timeless notes like rose, vetiver, osmanthus, and leather that give depth to the sunny citrus fragrance. This set includes both a full-size and travel-friendly bottle, so you can keep the mood-boosting scent close wherever the rest of summer takes you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Meet the experts
- Krupa Koestline, a cosmetic chemist based in Orlando
- Jennifer Korab, a hairstylist based in New York City
How we test and review products
We always enlist a range of testers for our makeup vertical, but, for example, hair-care products and tools are another story. While some hair products can be used across different textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, and colors (natural and unnatural), they are often created with specific consumers in mind. Many are formulated to address a concern (dandruff, breakage, brittleness) or to work most effectively for a specific hair type (4C curls, wavy hair, gray hair). You wouldn’t want to pick up a purple shampoo that’s only been reviewed by someone with, say, auburn hair, or a diffuser that’s never been tested by anyone with curls, right?
And for our reviews of the best Nordstrom Anniversary Sale deals, we enlisted the help of multiple editors, writers, contributors, cosmetic chemists, and makeup artists with a range of experience studying and using these products. Testers considered performance across four primary categories: efficacy, texture, experience, and formula. For more on what's involved in our reporting, check out our complete reviews process and methodology page.
Our staff and testers
A beauty product is a personal purchase. You might be searching for a face cream to address persistent dryness or a new nail product to add to your Sunday self-care routine; you may simply be browsing around for the latest launches to hit the hair market. No matter what you seek or your individual needs and concerns, Allure wants to ensure that you love anything we recommend in our stories. We believe that having a diverse team of writers and editors—in addition to the wide range of outside testers and industry experts we regularly call upon—is essential to reaching that goal.
After all, can we really say a skin-care product is the “best” for people over 50 if the only testers we’ve solicited opinions from are folks who have yet to hit 30? Can we honestly deem a high-end diffuser worthy of your hard-earned cash if it’s never been tested on curls? We’re proud that our staff spans a wide range of ages, skin tones, hair textures, genders, and backgrounds, which means that we are able to fairly assess any beauty product that comes into the beauty closet.
