26 Discounted Editor Finds From Sephora You’ll Be Mad You Passed On

Brace yourselves because the 2019 Sephora VIB event has arrived. The epic summer deal runs from August 19 through 27 with 20% discounts for Rouge members and 15% off for VIB members with the code SUMMERSAVE. All of you beauty experts probably don’t need too much guidance when it comes to figuring out what to add to your cart, but here, I’m breaking down all of the beauty products I’ve tried and always recommend.

Ahead, shop the 26 beauty finds from the sale that are currently stocked in my bathroom cabinet, from the microcurrent tool that looks like an instant face-lift and the three-minute mask that makes my skin seriously glow to the lipstick I won’t leave the house without and the foundation I rely on any time I’m in front of a camera, and so much more. Go on to shop my top beauty picks from the Sephora VIB event.

Want brighter, more radiant skin? This is how you can get it in a bottle.

After plenty of trial and error, I’ve discovered that micellar water is the gentlest (and most effective) way to remove makeup.

I can vouch for this incredible eye cream. I’ve already gone through three jars of it. The gel formula is super lightweight and hydrating.

This editor’s new favorite cleanser. Bonus: It’s clean.

Another personal favorite. I can’t live without this invigorating mask. It has microbeads for light exfoliation and citrus extracts for a gentle peel that always leaves my skin glowing. And since you only need to leave it on for three minutes, it’s great if you’re in a rush.

There is no chicer hand cream than Chanel N°5 hand cream.

If you want to wake up looking like you just got back from vacation, try out these sleep oil drops from Tan-Luxe. I swear by them for buildable, sunless tanning.

There’s a reason this foundation is a cult favorite. It’s a red carpet must-have among makeup artists because of how well it photographs. It was even the foundation Meghan Markle used on her wedding day.

This lipstick in the shade Carriacou is seriously the perfect everyday neutral pink.

One of my must-haves for a cat-eye.

A cult classic for a reason.

For seriously long lashes.

Clean-beauty fans, this one is for you. This beauty luminizer from RMS Beauty promises a lit-from-within glow, and it really delivers.

Pat McGrath’s eye shadow palettes are basically collector’s items at this point.

This hair oil has five stars and over 2000 fans on Sephora. It instantly makes hair shinier and less frizzy but doesn’t weigh it down. A personal favorite.

Who doesn’t want their hair to have great body?

These chic silk scrunchies are intended to keep your hair crease-free, so they’re the perfect addition to your makeup-removal routine—and cool enough to wear any other time.

This best-selling product is theultimate hair treatment that is recommended by hair professionals to correct damaged hair and maintain healthy hair between coloring.

Yes, this supersonic hair dryer actually dries hair faster and smoother than any others I’ve tried.

This device actually sculpts and lifts your face using microcurrent technology.

Our editor in chief, Kat Collings, swears by this straightener for styling her hair.

An essential tool for curling lashes and opening up your eyes.

When I discovered Beautyblenders, my makeup transformed. They’re truly the secret to a flawless, blurred finish.

The iconic fragrance from 2006 that is still just as in-demand as it was over a decade ago.

With notes of lily of the valley, orange flower, and white musk, this is exactly what you’ll want in your house every Sunday morning.

Warning: highly addictive.

Next, find out what our team thought about Pat McGrath’s new foundation.

Emily Ratajkowski Got the Memo to Ditch Skinny Jeans for This Pant Trend

Emily Ratajkowski isn’t the likeliest celebrity to wear skinny jeans, but there’s certainly photographic evidence that she does wear them from time to time, along with a lot of straight-leg and loose-fit jeans. But lately, she’s been ditching denim in favor of bike shorts, minidresses, and now cargo pants. EmRata, whose favorite thing to wear with cargo pants is crop tops (again, photographic evidence), wore a pair of pleated cargo pants with a crop top in NYC this week, signaling her approval of the rising pant trend.

Just last week, my fellow editor Nicole proclaimed her love for the cargo pant trend, even stating that she’s putting her jeans away for it. She provided plenty of street style and Instagram evidence to back up the popularity of the trend, and Ratajkowski is all the It-girl proof we need that cargo pants are the new wardrobe staple to buy for fall. Scroll to do just that.

On Emily Ratajkowski: Inamorata Lincoln Tank in Paprika ($38); Jennifer Meyer Good Luck Necklace ($11,000);UNOde50 necklace; Hayward Mini 1712 Basket in Black Python ($1380); Adidas sneakers

Next, a few more on-the-rise denim trends everyone will toss out their skinny jeans for.

This Fashion Insider’s Pretty Engagement Ring Is Already Going Viral on Insta

If you follow Erin Foster on Instagram, you know that she constantly jokes about being 30-something and unmarried—but that’s about to change. Foster just revealed that she’s engaged to Simon Tikhman, and I feel personally invested in their relationship after following along with her relatable dating woes for years. 

Of course, she shared the news with her signature self-deprecating humor. “How on earth did I pull this off,” she captioned her Instagram along with a ring emoji. Erin’s sister Sara Instagrammed a photo of Erin’s engagement ring, and it’s as stunning as I’d expect. The photo has racked up roughly four times her average amount of likes and comments, and it’s no wonder why. It boasts a massive, oval-shaped solitaire diamond and a simple gold band. In other words, it’s timeless and statement-making—the perfect combo. Scroll down to see Erin Foster’s engagement ring. 

Gigi Hadid Stepped Out in $38 Shorts and a $55 Bag—Do We Have Your Attention?

While the temps here in NYC are still very much stuck in summer mode, any fashion girl can attest to the fact that regardless of the actual weather, we still all have fall fashion on our minds. Blame it on NYFW being just two short weeks away, the fact that every storefront’s and website’s new-arrivals section is stocked with sweaters and jackets, or simply summer outfit fatigue. Either way, all roads lead to the fact that the closest we can get to fall fashion right now is transitional dressing.

Think that new fall bag you already bought sneaking into your current rotation or the addition of a light-but-trendy sweater to your summer uniform of the last two months. There are countless ways to infuse next season into your outfits right now, and last night in NYC, Gigi Hadid showed us another one. Stepping out in a blazer, graphic tee, and bike shorts, she not only gave us outfit envy but also made re-creating her look an actual possibility thanks to a handful of affordable pieces she wore. Her go-to Reeboks are a worthy investment at $75, her woven bag (which, by the way, is the perfect nod to the fact that we’re still actually in summer) can be purchased for $55, and her bike shorts (that also happen to be in my own closet) are a mere $38.

If I lost you during my rant about the seasons and transitional dressing, I’m betting I have your attention now. To see and shop Gigi’s look, plus more items you’ll need to make the outfit your own, just keep scrolling.

On Gigi Hadid: Dmy by Dmy Valentina Sunglasses ($133); Mercii Solstice Hoops ($74); Missoma Gold Axiom Chain ($214); Tna Atmosphere Short 7 ($38); Rogue Matilda Rita Bag ($55); Reebok Lifestyle Classic Leather ($75)

Up next? The only fall jewelry trend that matters right now. Hint: Gigi is wearing it.