As you’re probably aware, now is that oh so exciting time of the year when the beauty savings are unleashed during Sephora’s fall and winter event!!

Incase you missed the memo, here are the access dates for 2023:

SEPHORA COLLECTION:

November 1 to November 11

ROUGE:

November 1 to November 11

VIB:

November 5 to November 11

INSIDER:

November 5 to November 11

Leading up to this event, I like to take stock of my inventory to asses which beauty products need to be replenished and/or replaced for the fall and winter season. Then I go through my wish list to view the items, that have been added since the last sale, to determine if any will make the shopping basket cut.

I particularly love this sale as it gives me the opportunity to cross off items on my Christmas shopping list. I try to get my Christmas shopping done before December and the fact that the savings event falls before Black Friday is a fabulous bonus !

Below I have shared and gone into a little deep dive in terms of the fall and winter beauty items that live in my wish list and/or shopping basket.

These items are more so essentials for the colder months of the year. For some of my holiday beauty favourites, you may want to check out my stocking stuffer roundup.

You will find everything listed and categorized under:

1. FACE
2. LIPS
3. MAKEUP
4. BATH & BODY
5. HAIR
6. FRAGRANCE
7. TOOLS

REMEMBER TO ENTER THE SAVINGS CODE AT CHECKOUT!!!

FACIAL CARE

face wash

Either the purifying or foam cleanser will withstand the fall and winter forecast. I keep the purifying cleanser in my shower and use the foam cleanser in the morning and at night.

For those drier days, sometimes I will switch things up with my oil based cleanser (advised by my naturopath) from Tatcha.

exfoliating scrub

I also keep this deep exfoliating cleaner in the shower and also use it about 1-2 times a week.

purifying mask

I try to apply a mask 1-2 times a week. I have tried both the clay and charcoal masks and honestly, I like them both. It’s really a matter of preference.

If you are wondering on which peel pads you should try, look no further than these ones. A note that I only use them in fall and winter as I don’t like to mess with the intense sun exposure during the hotter months.

toner

During the fall and winter months, toner is most definitely a beauty essential in my vanity. I apply it immediately after washing or exfoliating my face. 

A hydrating rose toner is also great for adding that extra and weightless hydration that your face may crave during the fall and winter months.

elixir

I love this elixir spray!! I use it to help prep my face for makeup (it can also double as a setting spray) and tighten any uninvited pores.

hydrating serum

This hyaluronic acid serum is great should you ever need an extra boost of hydration.

retinol alternatives

Seconds after discovering lines on my forehead, within months of turning 30, I went on a retinol deep dive and started with this bakuchiol + peptides serum. It’s a lot less abrasive and would recommend as a first step if you have sensitive skin.

I have been using Caudalie’s retinol alternative and so far I am quite happy with it.

The Tatcha serum also looks like a great retinol alternative option.

acne treatment

A few times a week I have been applying this salicylic acid serum at night, along with the toner and cleanser. It has has really helped me get my complexion back on track.

For the that extra stubborn blemish, I reach for my spot gel or salicylic acid healing dots at night.

I have been using Blume’s scar fading serum to treat annoying acne scars. It takes some time to work, but it definitely does.

day cream

A few months ago I started applying Caudalie’s retinol alternative day cream before my makeup. I like the lightness of it and the anti-aging benefits that it brings throughout the day.

For a basic moisturizer, the First Aid Beauty one is light and very hydrating.

night cream

I apply this Caudalie moisturizer with the retinol alternative serum before bed each night.

My bestie is obsessed with her cream moisturizer from LaNeige and I would consider trying it.

extra hydrating mask

Because sometimes your face needs a little extra hydration. This, I find to be especially true throughout the fall and winter seasons.

I feel like hydrating mask pairs very well with a favourite holiday beverage and a movie. As such, I have been saving this 10 minute rose mask for my next movie night in.

overnight hydrating mask

My skin is predominantly dry, and even more so during so when the temperature drops, so I do love lathering on a hydrating mask right before I go to bed.

About 1-2 times a week, after removing Caudalie’s exfoliating clay mask, I apply their intense hydrating one and leave it on overnight.

Recently I was also gifted Fresh’s black tea firming overnight mask and I am excited to try it. I have also heard great feedback from Kiehl’s moisture barrier strengthening mask.

sunscreen

Our faces require sun protection during the fall and winter months too, which makes this LANEIGE sunscreen a beauty essential in my books.

LIP CARE

exfoliator

Your lips need to be exfoliated too… trust me they will thank you.

lip balm

During the fall and winter months, for me, lip balm is a crucial beauty essential.

The Fresh lip balm is super nourishing and l use it all year long, but I also love the lighter Farmacy and Ilia ones too.

lip mask

If your lips tend to get super dry, try adding either the Ilia or Fresh hydrating lip masks to your bedtime routine.

Amazing things have been said about the LANEIGE lip mask collection and I want to try the vanilla one. I know, shocker.

FALL & WINTER MAKEUP

concealer

I have used the NARS (AFFOGATO) concealer for years! While I am not in love with the packaging, I will confirm that the Tower 28 (BU) is also a great option for scar and blemish coverage.

Most recently I have tried the Merit (BONE) concealer stick and I have to say that it is living up to the hype.

foundation

I have a few different foundations that I keep on hand depending on the event and what my face is requiring in terms of coverage.

For when that extra sun protection is needed, I will reach for my SPF 30 tinted moisturizer (OPAL 01) or SPF 15 loose powder (FAIR) from bareMinerals.

Lately I have been applying the Saie (colour 4) tint foundation for a no-fuss everyday look. It can come off as a bit sheer, but I love how you can easily build a natural coverage with it.

For when I occasionally need a medium coverage, I tend to come back to the Too Faced (SWAN) foundation.

Bronzer

While I could really do without the orange compact on my vanity, I have been enjoying the bronzer (LIGHT LEVEL 3) from Haus Labs. It blends really well.

Hilighter

I added the Haus Labs gel-powder highlighter (PEACH QUARTZ) to my cart when I purchased my bronzer. It gives off a very faint everyday glow, but layers really well if you want that little extra.

contour set

When it comes to my makeup bag, I definitely prefer keeping my bronzer and highlighter all in one compact. In the past I have purchased the Charlotte Tilbury set, but I would also consider getting the Too Faced one again.

eye brows

The Anastasia Beverly Hills eyebrow pencil (EBONY) has been my eyebrow pencil for YEARS! My mom prefers the brow definer pencil, but honestly, they both are great.

eyeliner

I don’t wear eyeliner, as much as I used to, but when I do it must be water proof (ZERO).

mascara

When it comes to mascara, depending on the occasion, it’s Dior’s buildable volume (090 BLACK) or their waterproof (CATWALK BLACK).

eyeshadow palette

Even though I really only wear eyeshadow on occasion, I love me an eyeshadow palette! I have been using this Urban Decay palette for years, but this Charlotte Tilbury one is also gorgeous.

setting powder & spray

To lock in my makeup and withstand the climate shift, lately I have been applying this setting powder and setting spray. 

The BareMinerals is also a great setting powder option and Urban Decay’s setting spray continues to be a front runner.

lipstick

I tend to wear lipstick a bit more during the fall and winter months. Preferring an understated look, I like to opt for a lipstick in a satin nude (HAZE) or a sheer pink (NO MORE ORCHIDS).

My mom loves a matte NARS lip pencil, but I don’t think she has tried their new one (AMERICAN WOMEN -112) yet. Definitely a future gift possibility.

BATH & BODY

body scrub

Given how much I am LOVING their body cream, I really want to try Caudalie’s exfoliator too.

I also want to try Herbivore’s Amethyst and Rose body exfoliating options. Either of these would make an excellent gift.

lotion

I currently have this Nécessaire lotion at my home workspace. The L’Occitane one is also excellent.

body cream

I recently bought Caudalie’s body cream to help counteract the cellulite that Barbie made very apparent in her movie. This cream is very underrated.

L’Occitane’s shea butter body cream is just as decadent as it is hydrating. Perfect for this time of year!

hand cream

I keep this shea butter at my desk as well as in my car and multiple bags. This even richer hand cream lives at my nightstand and I apply it every night before bed.

HAIR CARE

hydrate

Confirming that this treatment mask is extensions and curly/wavy hair friendly. My love for honey really wants me to add this honey infused one to my hair mask rotation.

I really appreciate this quick gloss rinse for days when I do not have time to apply a hair mask after washing my hair.

style prep

I apply this blowout cream right after I wash my hair and this glossing serum while my hair is still damp.

heat protectant

Effortlessly protect your hair from styling tools while adding a little extra shine.

frizz-free

A little bit of this light hair oil goes a very long ways, as does a few of these shine drops.

Confirming that this dry conditioning oil and shine mist are finishing spray options that won’t weigh down your hair.

hairspray

Hairspray that you can lightly brush out your curls with or if you need a little extra hold.

FALL & WINTER FRAGRANCES

warm floral

This Yves Saint Laurent fragrance takes me back to fall time in Paris, while this Armani one evokes warm winter memories in Milan.

sweet floral

I keep this Jo Malone fragrance my office desk (my colleague is obsessed) and this Marc Jacobs one is simply scrumptious.

BEAUTY TOOLS

sponge applicator

I love my Beautyblender! The sponge doesn’t absorb a terrible amount of makeup and the point makes it easier to blend concealer under my eyes. Sephora’s angled sponge is also a great option. I have both.

basic makeup brushes

This liquid foundation brush (#64) helps get that airbrushed look.

I also have the powdered bronzer (#96), highlighter (#98), and blush (99) brushes.

I use this brush to apply my setting powder (50).

gua sha

Because apparently gravity isn’t a friend of the face.

hair irons

I LOVE my GHD hair curling wand and will probably get the straighter if I ever retire my CHI that I’ve had since university.

hair dryer

I think we can all agree that the Dyson hair dryer is pretty self-explanatory.

For other gift ideas, feel free to view my under $50 stocking stuffers, fall and winter fragrances and gift guide for her roundups.

JESSICA. xx

While this post contains affiliate links, it is not sponsored by Sephora. These opinions are truly my own.

This post has been updated for October 2023