One of the best times to buy or restock your beauty products has arrived. The 2024 Dermstore Summer Sale kicks off ahead of the weekend Memorial Day sales to offer discounts on plenty of beauty items from over 200 brands beloved by beauty experts and enthusiasts alike.
– Augustinus Bader: 20% off all products
– Dermalogica: 20% off all products
– Murad: 20% off all products
– Sunday Riley: 20% off all products
– NuFace: 20% off all products
Through May 31, shoppers can use the code SUN to save up to 20 percent off on a bevy of luxury skin-care products from popular—and rarely on sale—brands like Augustinus Bader, Sunday Riley, and NuFace, as well as plenty of makeup and hair-care items. Plus, select brands, including the likes of Aesop, SK-II, and Supergoop!, are offering Dermstore members double points that can be cashed in on at a later date. If that sounds particularly appealing to you, the membership is free to join online either through the Dermstore website or the iOs- and Android-compatible mobile app—and with its current savings event, new members will receive 500 points (or $5) upon signing up.
All to say, it’s high time to shop Dermstore’s sitewide sale to stock up and save on summer skin-care essentials—yes, including SPF—or any pricey item that you’ve had your eye on. We’ve scoured the retailer’s online shelves to surface the products that are truly worth the spend. Below, find the best discounts on Well+Good- and dermatologist-beloved skin-care picks from the Summer Sale.
Shop the best skin-care deals from the Dermstore Summer Sale
Originally $300, now $240
“Augustinus Bader’s The Cream is deeply hydrating, conditioning, and renewing,” New York-based board-certified dermatologist Dendy Engelman, MD, FACMS, FAAD, told Well+Good contributing writer Emily Popp in a previous interview. “Its proprietary ingredient, TFC8, supports cellular renewal, guiding the key ingredients to the cell.” One thing to note: It comes with a $300 price tag, but Popp attested it’s well worth the investment. In just two weeks of use, it made her skin look more “supple.”
Shop all Augustinus Bader products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $85, now $68
BeautyStat’s Universal C Mineral Sunscreen is a 2023 Well+Good SPF award winner, and for good reason. It contains vitamin C and SPF 50 to brighten your skin while protecting against the damaging effects of the sun’s rays. What’s more, it has a thumbs-up from both New York-based board-certified dermatologist Hadley King, MD and Well+Good contributing writer Zoë Weiner. Weiner wrote, “This sunscreen serum is so creamy (but not thick) that I often don’t feel like I need to wear moisturizer on top of it.”
Shop all BeautyStat products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $54, now $43
If you’re in search of a mineral SPF that offers sufficient sun protection without the white cast, consider this tinted sunscreen from Colorescience. It comes in three shade options for fair to deep skin tones—and with the recommendation of Marisa Garshick, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. “It comes out of the bottle as a whitish color and then, as you rub it [into your skin], it [becomes] more clear.” Plus, the formula offers SPF 50 broad-spectrum protection and is water or sweat resistant for up to 40 minutes.
Shop all Colorescience products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
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Originally $109, now $87
Clogged pores won’t stand a chance against the Dermapore+, which uses ultrasonic vibrations to help rid the skin of blackhead-causing serum and build-up. Well+Good contributing writer Rebecca Norris wrote in her review of the Dermapore+ that she was impressed by how “less congested” her nose and cheeks looked after the first use. Over time, it may also lead to a clearer-looking complexion, so long as it’s operated with a light hand and you limit its use to a few times per week.
Shop all Dermaflash products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $66, now $53
This exfoliator from Dermalogica employs small “micro”-particles made from finely milled rice bran and chemical exfoliants, which all work together to reveal smoother, softer skin. “The dullness that I’d always accepted as a side effect of living in a polluted city has been replaced with a complexion that can best be described as ‘lit from within bright’,” Weiner previously wrote in a review of the Daily Microfoliant. Plus, she proclaimed that, unlike physical exfoliators of the past, it’s much less abrasive.
Shop all Dermalogica products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $43, now $35
This physical sunscreen ticks all the boxes of Charisse Dolitsky, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group. “It has broad-spectrum … coverage with high SPF, [and] it’s formulated with zinc, which offers the widest spectrum of protection against both UVA and UVB rays,” she previously told Well+Good. Board-certified dermatologist Mona Gohara, MD, echoed the sentiment, adding: “It’s cosmetically elegant, easy to layer, and effective.” Overall, this SPF—in Dr. Gohara’s words—is a “slam dunk.”
Shop all EltaMD products for 20 percent off from May 13 to May 27.
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Originally $195, now $156
In a previous interview with five 50-plus-year-old dermatologists, board-certified dermatologist Jeanine Downie, MD, pointed to the Empelle Night Cream as the one product that changed her skin for the better. “It’s a great hydrating moisturizer and features an exclusive MEP technology, which helps address the root cause of accelerated collagen loss and restore the natural function of estrogen-deficient skin,” she proclaimed. In short, it works.
Shop all Emepelle products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $98, now $78
If you’re looking for a hardworking face and neck cream, consider this option from Filorga. It’s formulated to tackle five different types of wrinkles, and Well+Good contributing writer Marie Lodi reported that it worked to positive effect. “The bumpiness on my neck, and especially on my chest, improved greatly—which is impressive after only using the product for a week,” Lodi wrote in her previous review of the Time-Filler 5-XP Cream, adding, “My neck and chest felt so much softer and smoother.”
Shop all Filorga products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $42, now $37
“My favorite product is Epionce Daily Shield Tinted SPF 50 Sunscreen,” board-certified dermatologist Rebecca Kazin, MD, FAAD, told Well+Good in an interview about spring skin-care products. “It is an all-in-one product that allows me to shorten my morning skincare routine. It combines a sheer universal tint, hypoallergenic moisturizer, and excellent mineral sunscreen to protect against UV exposure, but also visible and blue light.” It’s as ideal for summer as it is for the summer—or any time of year, for that matter.
Shop all Epionce products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
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Originally $38, now $30
If you grapple with dull skin, First Aid Beauty’s Facial Radiance Pads will bring back your glow. It’s a skincare favorite of many dermatologists, including Dr. Gohara. The pads are pre-soaked in a blend of glycolic and lactic acids, which work together to gently unveil brighter, more even-toned skin while also helping other skincare products to penetrate more effectively. Plus, they’re gentle enough for daily use—and for those with sensitive skin.
Shop all First Aid Beauty products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $175, now $140
Yes, this serum is pricey, but it’s effective at knocking out even the most stubborn of dark spots. Its star ingredient is tranexamic acid, which combats “dark spots, melasma, and overall hyperpigmentation,” Deanne Mraz-Robinson, MD, FAAD, board-certified dermatologist at Modern Dermatology, told Well+Good. Contributing writer Taryn Brooke has attested it lives up to this promise. She wrote, “After using this serum twice daily for about a month, I began to see the remnants of my dark spots fade away almost completely.”
Shop all ISDIN products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $107, now $86
This serum contains retinaldehyde (or retinal, for short), which has been found to be more effective than standard retinol but less irritating than its counterpart. A win-win for sensitive complexions. “Using stabilized retinaldehyde, this night serum helps to fight wrinkles and fine lines quicker than other commonly used retinols,” Dr. Garshick previously told Well+Good. It also comes in several strengths and is combined with moisturizing hyaluronic acid and glycerin to minimize dryness.
Shop all Medik8 products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
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Originally $83, now $66
The Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum, as the name suggests, helps fade dark spots and hyperpigmentation. It combines tranexamic acid to brighten dull and discolored skin and exfoliating glycolic acid to clear away dead skin cells and improve the skin’s overall texture. “What I love most about this product is that it does what it says it does and does it without irritating my skin,” former Well+Good beauty writer Kara Jillian Brown wrote in her extensive review of the product.
Shop all Murad products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $125, now $100
This eye cream is jam-packed with ingredients to diminish signs of aging around the eyes. It starts with growth factors and proprietary peptides that help to support collagen production. Caffeine follows to reduce puffiness. Finally, vitamin C works to brighten discoloration while safeguarding the skin from fine line-causing free radicals. It also comes recommended by board-certified dermatologist Deirdre Hooper, MD. She told Well+Good, “I’ve been using it for 15 years, and I really think my eyelids have aged well.”
Shop all Neocutis products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $250, now $200
The miniature version of the original NuFace—the gold standard of microcurrent devices—is as powerful as its predecessor. It has three intensity levels, ranging from 70 to 335 microamps of current, to stimulate the facial muscles for a more lifted appearance—and, according to Well+Good contributing editor Jamey Powell in her review, it delivers “pretty instant results.” In this set, you’ll get a Mini+ in the color of your choice, two conductive gels, and an application brush.
Shop all NuFace products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
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Originally $145, now $116
Obagi’s eyebrow growth serum is powered by the brand’s proprietary NouriPlex Technology to promote thicker, fuller brows—and, with consistent use, you are promised visible results in 90 days. Dr. Gohara, who has dealt with thinning hair and bald spots due to alopecia areata, can attest to this: “I started using it [in] August and by October, I noticed [my brows] were so much fuller,” she told Well+Good. “I’ve recommended it to a lot of people, and, thus far, nobody said that it hasn’t worked.
Shop all Obagi Medical products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $35, now $28
Acne and enlarged pores are no match for this chemical exfoliation from Paula’s Choice, which has been long endorsed by skin-care experts and shoppers. It contains beta-hydroxy acid, or BHA, an oil-soluble ingredient that breaks down excess sebum to prevent blackheads and breakouts. The inclusion of green tea works to “calm inflamed skin,” board-certified dermatologist Adeline Kikam, DO, MsC, FAAD, previously told Well+Good, and “without stripping skin of moisture.”
Shop all Paula’s Choice products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $69, now $55
Ren’s antioxidant-rich serum is powered by kakadu plum, an ingredient that boasts 100 times more vitamin C than oranges, to help safeguard the skin from environmental stressors and target signs of aging. According to board-certified dermatologist Nava Greenfield, MD, in an interview with Well+Good, it lives up to its claim. “Clinical data demonstrates this product’s ability to brighten and protect skin,” she told us. In addition, it contains polyphenols and vitamin E to reinforce the skin’s defense against free radicals.
Shop all Ren Clean Skincare products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
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Originally $84, now $67
A multi-hyphenate, “this is an anti-aging cream, with sunscreen, and with tint,” Dr. Greenfield told Well+Good, adding: “It feels lightweight and goes on smooth.” In addition to providing broad-spectrum SPF 45 sun protection, it is chock-full of skin-loving ingredients. It contains a blend of white birch, yeast, and plankton extracts to improve overall skin health, skin-soothing aloe, plus moisturizing squalane and glycerine. Another standout ingredient is boron nitride, which lends the complexion a smoother-looking appearance.
Shop all Revision Skincare products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $99, now $79
Skin Gym’s LED mask shines red, blue, and yellow LED lights on your skin to address concerns such as acne, dullness, and fine lines. In four weeks of use, Well+Good contributing writer Alexa Casanova proclaimed that it delivered noticeable results. “For starters, those pesky stress blemishes had fully healed and disappeared,” she wrote in a previous review of the Skin Gym LED Mask. “Even more encouraging, the subtle lines on my forehead weren’t as apparent as they’d been (to me) pre-treatment.”
Shop all Skin Gym products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
Originally $295, now $236
SkinMedica’s TNS Advanced+ Serum is so potent, dermatologists have dubbed it as “botox in a bottle.” It’s formulated with the brand’s patented TNS-MR, a growth factor that encourages collagen production, along with a blend of botanicals, marine extracts and peptides, which support the skin’s renewal process to reveal a smoother, more supple-looking complexion. “I’m a Botox virgin—I haven’t had any Botox or fillers,” Dr. Gohara, who is now in her 40s, told Well+Good. “I attribute that to this product.”
Shop all SkinMedica products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
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Originally $80, now $64
In a review of the Sunday Riley C.E.O Glow Face Oil, Well+Good contributing writer Jessie Quinn wrote that it was responsible for reviving her “dull, dry skin.” You can chalk it up to the product’s ingredients list, which contains THD ascorbate, an advanced form of vitamin C, alongside turmeric and evening primrose. “As a result, my usually dry, dull skin has a natural-looking glow with a radiant and more youthful-looking effect,” she proclaimed.
Shop all Sunday Riley products for 20 percent off from May 22 to May 31.
When does the Dermstore Summer Sale start?
Dermstore has kicked off its Summer Sale event today, May 22, through Friday, May 31, with discounts up to 20 percent off on its wide assortment of beauty products. Just remember to use the code SUN at checkout to secure the discounted price.
What to buy at the Dermstore Summer Sale
From skin- to hair-care items to cosmetics from over 200 brands, the Dermstore Summer Sale has plenty on offer at discounted prices. Many of the best deals we’ve found are for skin-care products, which make up a large portion of the sale. For instance, you’ll find items from Augustinus Bader and Sunday Riley, as well as from more affordable but no less shop-worthy brands, like Dermalogica, First Aid Beauty, Murad, and Paula’s Choice. Since summer is fast approaching, it might be worth shopping for sunscreen, too—dermatologist-approved brands, such as Colorescience and Elta are also joining in on the sale to offer shoppers a chance to shop their products at lower prices.
How Well+Good chose these Dermstore Summer Sale deals
In scouring Dermstore Summer Sale ahead of its official launch, Well+Good opted to select products that have been vetted by either the team or skin-care experts. In the list above, each item has met or exceeded our standards—and because we all love a good deal, we selected items that are being offered at 20 percent off, or the highest discount rate, during the sale event.