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Few things are more frustrating than realizing you’re out of shampoo mid-shower, discovering your mascara tube is all dried up before a big event, or finding that you’re out of your favorite moisturizer at the end of a long day.
“I use my Aestura Atobarrier 365 Cream sparingly until I can restock when it goes on sale for Prime Day,” says associate style editor Gabrielle Chase. “It’s the only formula I’ve used that keeps my extremely dry skin feeling hydrated for over 24 hours.”
Amazon Prime Day gives you an incentive to secure your supply for the months ahead, plus try new beauty and grooming tools. This year’s second Prime Day event takes place today, October 8th, and features numerous deep discounts across makeup, skincare, and hair care that end tomorrow at midnight.
It may be pricey, but if you’re looking for a high-tech hair dryer that actually lives up to the hype, the Dyson Super Sonic may be for you.
The Dyson Airwrap may get all the hype for doling out salon-quality blowouts at home, but the Shark FlexStyle is another wonderful multi-styling tool, and it’s about half the price. The system comes with a powerful hair dryer and five attachments to help her style her hair however she pleases.
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The original Wet Brush has flexible bristles that’s gentle on detangling thick curls and waves in the shower, meaning less strands down the drain.
Skip the trip to the salon and get the Revlon One-Step Volumizer Hair Dryer that blows hot air through a charcoal bristle brush. This updated version features a slimmer handle for better control, a smaller barrel for creating flips and waves, and additional heating settings for damage prevention.
Sensitive strands can also be styled with this gentle tool with temperature settings starting as low as 266 degrees Fahrenheit.
The Dyson Airwrap Complete Long is a hot air multi-styler with specially designed attachments made for drying and smoothing hair.
Skincare deals
Compact in size, the Laneige Lip Glowy Balm is great to bring on the go. It offers all-day hydration and a slight glossy sheen.
This K-beauty essential is a rich, dense cream that works to hydrate skin while helping its ability to absorb moisture. “Using this everyday has visibly improved my very dry skin,” says associate style editor Gabrielle Chase. “I never travel without it.”
This fast-absorbing, fragrance-free moisturizer provides up to 24 hours of intense hydration. With all this in mind, it’s no wonder it’s our top pick in our list of the best moisturizers for oily skin.
This vitamin C serum has a whopping 138K reviews on Amazon, attracting a huge number of devotees who post incredible before and after pictures of their results. Our beauty team has tested the serum and found it to be almost as good as the Skinceuticals vitamin C serum that costs nearly $200 a bottle.
The Mario Badescu Drying Lotion features two solutions in one bottle that work together to shrink the appearance of pimples overnight.
This refreshing facial mist is rich with antioxidants and other natural ingredients to plump, hydrate, and protect skin.
These star-shaped pimple patches bring whimsy to a frustrating breakout and are effective, too.
Grooming deals
This advanced electric razor offers the most effective, close shave out of all razors we’ve tried.
The Braun Series 7 is able to “read” the density of your beard, automatically adjusting its power to give you the closest shave possible.
The Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 6500 Rechargeable Electric Power Toothbrush is designed to help whiten teeth and keep you from brushing too hard. It comes with a travel case, charging stand, and an extra replacement head.
The Waterpik Ion is a smaller, cordless version of the base Waterpik model, making it ideal for smaller counter spaces to store away when not in use.
Gillette developed a razor that delivers heat directly to your face while you’re shaving. It has 5 blades, a warming bar with two heat settings, and FlexDisc technology to contour your face and neck.
Thanks to the LED Accelerator light, this kit whitens 50% better than the strips alone. In just 20 treatments, your teeth can get up to 34 levels whiter, and these strips also feature a no-slip grip to help them stay put.
When it comes to shaving near delicate areas, a bikini trimmer like this one can help you cut close to the skin without getting nicked. Right now you can grab one for only $20, which is a rare and worthwhile discount.
The Manscaped Lawn Mower 4.0 features SkinSafe technology that prevents you from uncomfortable snags or cuts, while still providing a close shave all over your body, especially below the belt.
Haircare deals
Pura D’Or Original Gold Label Anti-Thinning Biotin Shampoo is designed to help give people of all genders thicker, fuller hair using ingredients like aloe vera, tea tree oil, saw palmetto, and more. Right now, it’s at an all-time low price.
Thanks to the gentle oat milk in the formula, Klorane Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk removes dirt and oil without roughing up your scalp.
Makeup deals
With its creamy formula and multiple color options, this tinted lip balm from MDSolarSciences softens lips as you wear it. Plus, built-in SPF 30 means one less lip product to worry about.
There’s a reason why Anastasia Beverly Hills’ Brow Definer is a favorite among beauty editors. The angled applicator allows you to sketch on hair-like strokes, providing you with a natural-looking fill every single time.
The Nyx Jumbo Eye Pencil can be used in several different ways to elevate your eye look. Smudge it in the lower waterline for a more wide eye appearance or apply it over the entire lid as a base before applying eyeshadow. You can even dab a bit in your inner corner for a doe eye effect.
Total Temptation Maybelline Eyebrow Pencil: Fill in eyebrows with this must-have defining eyebrow pencil, featuring a teardrop tip; Shape and blend with the eyebrow spoolie brush, for a softly defined natural-looking brow
Too Faced’s Better Than Sex waterproof mascara is the best with its natural lengthening effect, wide brush application, and easy-off formula. This mascara is beloved for its thickening, lengthening, curling abilities.
The St. Tropez Self Tan Classic Bronzing Mousse is a long-lasting foam self-tanner that helps users achieve natural and healthy-looking tan. The mousse is formulated to dry quickly without leaving blotches or a sticky residue.
FAQs
Is Amazon Prime Day a good time to shop for beauty?
Along with household names like Dyson and Crest, you’ll even find luxury brands like Caudalie and ISDIN participating in the event. Whether you need a new electric razor or have your eye on a cult-favorite lip balm, chances are you’ll find it at a better price during this 48-hour shopping event.
What are the best beauty deals of Prime Day this year?
If there’s one thing worth investing in this Prime Day, it’s hair tools. They’re often pricey products and rarely see discounts throughout the year. Our favorite Dyson Airwrap dupe already comes at a great price, but this year’s Shark FlexStyle Prime Day deal knocks it down to $249.99.
A regular top seller we see each Prime Day is teeth whitening kits, such as Crest Whitestrips. We expect these to be a popular item today and tomorrow.
Shopping for more discounts today? Check out our roundup of all of the best Prime Day deals, or browse Amazon’s website for the full selection.
Maiya Pascouche is the Beauty Editor for Business Insider Reviews with a passion for beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and entertainment.Maiya was formerly a Commerce Updates Editor, developing and executing e-commerce strategies and formats for our Reviews content. She has also worked as a Beauty Editor for BeautyByUs.com, at Alphy as a Content Editor and Creative Strategist, and as a feminist film critic for FF2 Media. She holds a BFA in Drama from New York University. In her spare time, Maiya is a theater director and songwriter in her band, Cherin!Say hello at mpascouche@businessinsider.com!
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