If any sentiment continues to ring true through the years, it’s that we’re absolute suckers for a good sale on age-defying skin care. Enter: Dermstore’s mega anniversary sale, which is online from now through August 19. With more than 400 brands participating and up to 25 percent off, we’re tempted to camp out in front of our computers for the next week and buy every single skin care product we can get our hands on (is there a limit to how many things we can add to our digital shopping cart?). However, if you don’t have enough time to browse leisurely, here’s some good news: We’ve rounded up some of our fave vitamin C and retinol products that just so happen to be on sale so you won’t have to spend hours browsing the site (just don’t forget to use the code BIRTHDAY at checkout!).
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Dr Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Extra Strength Daily Peel Packettes ($70 for 30)
Paula’s Choice RESIST Retinol Skin-Smoothing Body Treatment ($24)
For a powerful product that doesn’t break the bank, we present to you this skin-smoothing body treatment. Shea Butter plus vitamin E plus retinol plus vitamin C plus antioxidants equals a top-selling elixir that targets sunspots and body discoloration. The lotion is lighter-than-air and one of the easiest ways to hydrate for the most radiant skin.
Obagi Professional-C Serum 20% ($99)
In a sea of C serums, Obagi remains one of our favorite ways to diminish dark spots and embrace antioxidants. The formula features high levels of L-ascorbic acid (pure, unbridled vitamin C), for premier skin-brightening and increased collagen production. With the addition of hyaluronic acid, this youth-maintaining mix provides the ultimate moisture for mature skin.
Dermelect Cosmeceuticals Smooth Upper Lip and Perioral Anti-Aging ($29)
Turn that frown upside down (quite literally) with this anti-aging cream. Formulated to improve the appearance of lip lines and discoloration around the mouth, this product’s hero ingredients include vitamin E, retinol and hyaluronic acid. If we somehow haven’t persuaded you to fall in love with this affordable cream yet, know this: The ultra-luxe mixture also melts into skin to support the perfect pout.Sunday Riley C.E.O. Rapid Flash Brightening Serum ($64)
Houston-based skin care brand Sunday Riley has a cult following for good reason. With a range of powerful products addressing everything from dull skin to pesky acne, social media fanatics everywhere can’t get enough of the line. We’re particularly obsessed with the brightening serum, featuring glow-inducing glycolic acid and 15 percent vitamin C. As a bonus, Dermstore also offers the Sunday Riley Bright Young Thing Visible Skin Brightening Kit—which is comprised of the C.E.O serum and crowd faves, Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment and Tidal Brightening Enzyme Water Cream—for just $5 more.
South Seas Skincare Tahitian Tan Mist ($21)
VivierSkin C E Peptides ($125)