Birthday perks are always a fun treat, especially when your favorite beauty retailers get in on the celebration. Last week, I made a delightful trip to the mall specifically to redeem my birthday gifts from Ulta and Sephora. What’s fantastic these days is that you often get a selection of gifts to choose from, a welcome change from the single, take-it-or-leave-it option of the past!
I’m not entirely sure if Ulta still rotates their birthday gift options quarterly, or if they’ve adopted a different schedule. The same goes for Sephora, it’s unclear if their gifts are on a seasonal rotation anymore. Regardless, I’m excited to share what I picked up during my birthday month.
My Ulta Birthday Gift Choice
While the exact alternative Ulta birthday gifts escape my memory now, I recall the choice being straightforward for me. This was because one of the options was a product I’m already a devoted user of in its full-size version. In fact, the creamy cleanser, which I’ve previously reviewed, is a staple in my skincare routine. Therefore, I happily selected the First Aid Beauty Pure Skin Face Cleanser. The birthday gift was a mini 1 oz. size, which is absolutely perfect for travel or a weekend getaway. Its compact size makes it ideal for carry-on luggage, ensuring my skincare routine stays consistent even when I’m on the go.
First Aid Beauty Pure Skin Face Cleanser Mini Size – Ulta Birthday Gift 2024
Sephora’s Birthday Beauty Selection
Sephora presented me with three or perhaps even four different birthday gift choices. One alternative that piqued my interest was a mini set from Moroccan Oil. However, upon closer inspection, it turned out to be primarily hair products along with a small hand cream. I was personally hoping for body care items, so it wasn’t quite the right fit for my preferences this time.
Instead, I decided to go with a charming duo from Kosas Makeup for Skincare Freaks. This curated box contained mini versions of two popular Kosas products:
- Kosas Wet Lip Oil Gloss in Dip: A hydrating and comfortable lip gloss known for its non-sticky formula and beautiful shine. Perfect for adding a touch of color and moisture to your lips.
- Kosas Air Brow Clear Lifting Treatment Eyebrow Gel with Lamination Effect: A clear brow gel designed to lift, shape, and set your brows in place, giving a laminated effect without stiffness. Ideal for achieving a natural yet polished brow look.
Kosas Mini Lip Oil and Brow Gel – Sephora Birthday Gift Option 2024
Overall, I am genuinely pleased with my complimentary beauty birthday gifts for this year from both Ulta and Sephora. It’s a lovely perk to feel appreciated as a customer and to have the opportunity to try out new or favorite products in convenient sizes. If you’re an Ulta or Sephora rewards member, be sure to check out the birthday gifts available during your birthday month in 2024 – it’s a little treat you deserve!
