When our forefathers signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, they dreamed of creating a great nation that would one day celebrate its freedom with massive beauty sales. OK, maybe not, but it's still fun to get makeup, hair, and skincare products at a discount come the holiday. Read on to see our favourite Fourth of July beauty sales — then go buy everything.
Make Up For Ever
Sale dates: In-store July 1, online July 2
What you get: 15 percent off $75 or more, and 20 percent off $100 or more
What to buy: We love all 39 vibrant shades of the Artist Colour Pencil [1] ($18), but if you want to get thematic, you can match your eyelids to the flag with "Blue Anyway."
Dermstore
Sale dates: Now until July 4
What you get: 20 percent off with code FOURTH
What to buy: The site carries brands like Alterna, By Terry, Tarte, and First Aid Beauty, but we love utilizing a discount code on pricey skincare. That's why we'll scoop up these Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Extra Strength Daily Peel Packets [2] ($150), which tighten skin while taking care of fine lines, pores, and breakouts.
Of a Kind
Sale dates: June 29 to July 9
What you get: 30 percent off
What to buy: The lifestyle site sells clothing, accessories, home goods, and more, but we've got a soft spot for its beauty department. There, you can shop the likes of Virute, Deborah Lippmann, and Ilia. If you're stressed out about holiday FOMO, slather on this Lemongrass CBD Rub [3] ($25).
David Pirrotta
Sale dates: June 30 to July 4
What you get: 40 percent off with code THE4TH
What to buy: The boutique has a wide range of indie brands like Blaq, which sells a Teeth Whitening Wand [4] ($20) and Grown Alchemist, makers of a superluxurious Lip Balm [5] ($29). If humidity's got your hair looking down, Sachajuan (that's Sah-sha-hwahn [6]) has a great Hair Powder [7] ($42) to perk it back up.
Harper + Ari
Sale dates: Now until July 7
What you get: 20 percent off
What to buy: Though you'll want to eat these sweet-smelling Peach Sugar Cubes [8] ($24), that's not what they're for. Instead, use them in the shower for exfoliation.
True Moringa
Sale dates: July 1 to 6
What you get: 20 percent off, free shipping, plus the brand will plant a moringa tree in your name with code JULY4
What to buy: We love using this All Purpose Oil [9] ($36) to soothe stressed cuticles, hide stretch marks, or to condition lips.
Captain Blankenship
Sale dates: June 30 to July 8
What you get: 25 percent off hair care with code BEACHYWAVES
What to buy: This Rose Gold Sunset Sea Salt Shimmer Spray [10] ($28) not only adds texture, but it leaves behind a party-ready metallic shine.