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What We’re Actually Buying from Ulta’s Big Summer Beauty Sale

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Design: theSkimm | Photos: Ouai, Shark
June 19, 2026

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It’s shaping up to be a summer of beauty sales, and Ulta’s Big Summer Beauty Sale is (you guessed it) one of the best and the biggest. From jumbo-sized hair products to lightweight serums, here’s what we’ll be stocking up on.

all-soft

Redken

All Soft Conditioner

A jumbo size of our favorite conditioner…

I have thick, wavy hair that gets tangled as if I’ve been tossed in the ocean without doing anything at all. In my pursuit of finding a conditioner that actually works, I tried this one and have been repurchasing it for 10 years now. Nothing makes my hair feel softer, and it detangles so well that I don’t even have to brush it out. I also use the mask once a week.

milky-toner

Byoma

Hydrating Milky Toner

An affordable milky toner…

We wrote about this toner in March after stumbling upon it before a big trip. Now, it’s a fixture in our skincare routines. It’s lightweight, leaves our skin dewy but not sticky, and is just as good as more expensive options. 

detox-shampoo

Ouai

Clarifying Detox Shampoo

A clarifying shampoo we use weekly…

This is the only clarifying shampoo that leaves our hair buildup-free, without making it feel like straw. The hero ingredient is apple cider vinegar, but it smells delightful, like an expensive perfume. 

moisturizer

La Roche-Posay

Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer

A moisturizer perfect for all skin types…

Whether you’re oily, acne-prone, or have sensitive skin, this moisturizer is great for every day. It’s thick without feeling greasy, and has ingredients like ceramides and glycerin for hydration and niacinamide to soothe. Plus, it’s fragrance-free. 

shark

Shark

FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System

A Shark FlexStyle in a fun color…

This styler converts from a hair dryer to a curling wand to a diffuser just by changing the attachment. We tested it and found that it was definitely worth the price, especially if you’re not ready to shell out for the Dyson. It also works great for curly hair. 

serum

Anua

Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum

A serum that improves redness over time…

With the hottest months ahead, we’re stocking up on this soothing, redness-reducing serum. It has azelaic acid, which works well for rosacea and acne-prone skin, and hyaluronic acid for lightweight hydration. 

pattern

Pattern

Leave-In Conditioner

A leave-in conditioner for textured hair…

This Good for You Award-winning leave-in conditioner contains botanical oils, biotin, and honey to keep your curls frizz-free as you style them. You can apply it to wet hair or use it to tame flyaways. The travel kit is perfect for on-the-go. 

pimple-patches

Peach Slices

Acne Spot Dots

Pimple patches we always have on hand…

These are made with medical-grade hydrocolloid and virtually disappear when you wear them. We love that they come in three different sizes. They seem to work more quickly than other pimple patches, so they’re great for emergency situations. 

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