I'm a Recent Dermstore Convert—Here Are the 21 Items I Would Buy in Bulk
Before I started writing about beauty almost a year ago, when it came to shopping for beauty products, my main spots were Sephora and the local drugstore. I didn't really give much thought to other retailers because I pretty much had all my needs met with those two—I could shop my tried-and-true makeup and skincare brands. Because I didn't really experiment with a bunch of new products, I always knew what I was going to get and that each store would be stocked with what I wanted.
Fast-forward to a year later and I'm much more knowledgeable about skin conditions, makeup looks and techniques, and, of course, products. I've been influenced so many times by my co-workers telling me about their favorite serum or moisturizer or their holy-grail mascara or must-have lipstick. I've also come across a slew of new beauty retailers to shop. One of my absolute favorite discoveries during this time has been Dermstore.
To be honest, I hadn't really heard of Dermstore before I started working atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , and it's quickly become my go-to place to shop. Because I've always cared more about skincare than makeup, it's fun to browse the site and geek out over the dermatologist-recommended formulas and brands. It's really great that you can get some drugstore brands there, too, so it saves me a trip in these social-distancing times.
Want to see how I would shop at Dermstore? Take a look at some of the products I currently own from the retailer plus other items that are on my wish list, including a few of the team's favorite sunscreens and serums that are currently on sale.
My hair normally feels a bit thin and limp, so I had been looking for the right volumizing shampoo for a long time. Enter R+Co's Dallas Shampoo, which makes my hair feel so voluminous and thick. Ever since I started using it, my hair feels so much healthier, too. The shampoo is packed with ingredients such as provitamin B5, biotin, coconut oil, and saw palmetto berry extract.
This is another beloved rec from myBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing colleagues. The two-step treatment is basically an at-home facial that leaves your skin glowy, smooth, and soft. The formula includes five alpha and beta hydroxy acids and a retinol blend with vitamins, antioxidants, and resveratrol.
If I had to choose my absolute favorite product from Dermstore, it would be SkinCeuticals's C E Ferulic. I resisted buying it for so long, but I heard all my co-workers raving about it and decided to give in. I don't regret it at all. It leaves my complexion looking so incredibly glowy and smooth. It also works to even out my skin tone.
NeuLash was recommended to me by an esthetician who does my eyebrows, so it's been on my list for a while now. Ever since I got off glaucoma eye drops that made my eyelashes grow like crazy, I've been complaining about my lashes looking thin and sparse. This serum is supposed to condition your existing ones and promote thicker and voluminous lashes.
In the meantime, I've been obsessed with this eyelash curler I added to my Dermstore cart a few months ago. Curling my lashes makes my eyes really pop, and this one is so easy to use. The best part? I've never had to deal with any of that uncomfortable pinching you might get when using a curler.
Whenever my scalp is acting up, I like to use this shampoo, which exfoliates and detoxifies. It's also formulated with coconut oil to moisturize and peppermint, spearmint, and tea tree oils to reduce redness and irritation.
So Hailey Bieber loves and swears by this brand, and it's one of the top formulas of Dermstore's least-returned list. It is definitely an investment, but a little goes a long way, and it also targets a litany of skin concerns.Here's the scoop, according to beauty editor Erin Jahns: It contains two different active formulas that partner up to iron out wrinkles and regenerate skin cells. The brand's signature TNS Recovery Complex is a protein- and amino acid rich serum designed to diminish inflammation and other telltale signs of aging, and the APS Corrective Complex boasts anti-aging ingredients, peptides, and antioxidants to increase the strength and resiliency of aging skin. This serum is as close to youth in a bottle as you can get.
If you have dry-skin woes, you're going to want to stock up on Weleda's cream. It is super nourishing, and you can use it all over your body. The formula includes ingredients such as fatty acids, vitamin E, and organic calendula flower extract to repair your skin.
If you struggle with hyperpigmentation or any kind of discoloration, this is the serum you want in your arsenal. Apply it to affected areas twice daily, and be sure to use daily sun protection with SPF 20 or higher while using this product since skin can become extra sensitive.
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Sarah is lifestyle writer and editor with over 10 years of experience covering health and wellness, interior design, food, beauty, and tech. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she attended New York University and lived in New York for 12 years before returning to L.A. in 2019. In addition to her work atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , she held editor roles at Apartment Therapy, Real Simple, House Beautiful, Elle Decor, and The Bump (sister site of The Knot). She has a passion for health and wellness, but she especially loves writing about mental health. Her self-care routine consists of five things: a good workout, “me” time on the regular, an intriguing book/podcast/playlist to unwind after a long day, naps, and decorating her home.
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