Derm-Approved Skin Care to Grab at Sephora’s Sale

I’m no stranger to perpetually dry skin, and now that we’re officially well into the cooler season, it’s time to change up my skin care routine. This is also happening just in time for Sephora’s long-awaited savings event, which starts today and runs through Friday, November 7.

The entire Sephora collection is 30 percent off, and you can save up to 20 percent on almost everything else based on your membership level. Rogue members save 20 percent, VIB members save 15 percent, and Insider members save 10 percent by using code EVERYTHING at checkout.

While I’m tempted to move my entire wish list to my cart, I’m trying to be realistic and only shop for skin care essentials. So, I turned to the experts for help. I spoke with eight dermatologists about my dry and anti-aging concerns, and these are the products they said they would buy for their own winter skin care routines.

Best Dermatologist-Approved Sephora Skin Care Deals

Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen

Dr. Viktoryia Kazlouskaya, a board-certified dermatologist at Dermatology Circle PLLC, insists you shouldn’t forget about sun protection this time of year. “Sunscreen is an absolute must in any skin care routine, and Supergoop definitely delivers,” she tells us. “This sunscreen is lightweight, layers well over other products, and helps protect the skin from premature aging and skin cancer.”

Paula’s Choice Pro-Collagen Peptide Firming Eye Gel Serum

“Peptides help combat age-related changes by supporting processes like collagen synthesis,” Dr. Kazlouskaya explains. She says this gel-serum is “perfect for the delicate, irritation-prone eyelid area.” The metal tip cools and depuffs, making the product feel “like a real treat for the eyes.”

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+

Board-certified dermatologist and founder of Brooklyn Dermatology, Dr. Reshmi Kapoor, says this iconic moisturizer is “a go-to recommendation.” She elaborates, “It has a fragrance-free formulation with humectants, such as glycerin and urea, and a silky texture with application that makes it the perfect daily moisturizer in the winter months.” She says she’d recommend the gentle moisturizer for daily use, especially if you’re using retinoids in your routine, and after peels and lasers.

Rhode Glazing Milk Ceramide Facial Essence

According to Dr. Kapoor, you’ve seen this unique milky essence all over for good reason. The formula boasts “both hydrating ingredients, such as ceramides and lipids, as well as soothing ingredients such as zinc.” Pierced with a good moisturizer, you can achieve a dewy complexion.

Sephora Collection Gentle Exfoliating Peeling Serum

If you’re looking to “improve skin tone and barrier function,” board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jo Martin recommends this exfoliating serum. Powered by niacinamide and lactic acid, this formula helps “exfoliate skin, leading to improvements in tone and texture. Plus, the ingredients “improve skin barrier function while also eliminating dry, dull skin.”

Glow Recipe Avocado Ceramide Moisture Barrier Cleanser

“In colder seasons, your skin barrier takes a hit (heating, dry air, wind), so a cleanser that supports rather than strips is key,” notes board-certified dermatologist and founder of Facet Dermatology, Dr. Geeta Yadav. “Rich in humectants and barrier-lipids,” this cleanser feels restorative rather than stripping, which is exactly what your winter routine will need.

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum

As a “premium” serum, there’s no time like the present to splurge a bit, especially when you can get a discount, according to Dr. Yadav. She says this legendary serum “works well for both repairing and preventing signs of aging.”

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Hydrating Serum

“This serum is a simple but effective way to boost hydration that can be reapplied anytime skin feels dry,” shares board-certified dermatologist and founder of RSMD med spa, Dr. Rebecca Small. She explains that it “draws water into the skin with hyaluronic acid and calms with vitamin B5,” resulting in “plumper, smoother-looking skin and softer fine lines” over time.

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

Dr. Small tells us that “lips are especially prone to dryness and cracking in winter,” so you’ll want to have this repairing mask on hand. It “delivers intensive hydration overnight from shea and murumuru butters, while vitamin C provides antioxidant protection.” She suggests layering on a generous amount before bed so it can work while you sleep.

Dezi Skin Pink Nectar Squalane Oil-Serum

Seeing as how “humidity decreases” this time of year, nurse practitioner Dr. Jodi Logerfo of Orentreich Medical Group highlights that you’ll need a powerful moisturizer. Enter this hybrid oil-serum. She says, “This serum has lipid-rich squalane in an oil-like serum that is hydrating, yet not greasy,” and “feels light.” She recommends it for skin “that is starting to feel tight or dry from the chillier weather and indoor heat.”

Sunday Riley C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum

This is an anti-aging serum you can use year-round, according to board-certified dermatologist at Integrated Dermatology, Dr. Raina Bembry. Not only does it help to “firm the skin and improve fine lines,” but it also features vitamin C, which “helps protect the skin against free radicals, oxidative stress, and other factors that accelerate aging of the skin.”

Dr. Jart+ Vital Hydra Solution Water Cream Glow Moisturizer

As per Valerie Aparovich, a biochemist and certified cosmetologist-aesthetician at OnSkin, this “high-performing moisturizer delivers an instant, ample, and lasting moisture boost in a lightweight, non-greasy formula” that comes in handy this time of year. Hyaluronic acid “helps attract and lock in water molecules in the outermost layer of the skin” while also “restoring the skin’s hydration balance and strengthening its protective barrier.”

Tarte Maracuja Juicy Plumping Lip Oil

You might not think of this lip treatment as a skin care essential at first, but Aparovich swears by this lip oil. “Featuring over two dozen nourishing plant oils and revitalizing fruit extracts, this invigorating lip treatment delivers a profound moisturizing effect to the thin and delicate skin on the lips, helping protect its barrier health and prevent chapping,” she shares. It also “softens and rejuvenates” the sensitive skin on your lips.