(Art: Aimee Nishitoba)
No matter what you’re looking to add to your collection, Sephora is a top destination for skincare. From established faves to buzzy new arrivals, the beauty retailer is home to hundreds of top-shelf brands and carries some of the most beloved products on the market. With so many options, finding the best of the best is no easy task. To help you navigate the endless aisles, we’ve created a list of the bestselling skincare products at Sephora based on reviews, star ratings and “loves” (Sephora’s answer to social media “likes”). From must-have cleansers and moisture-boosting creams to top-rated masks and long-lasting setting sprays, here’s what’s worth adding to your shopping cart.
This cleanser has been one of the brand’s best-selling product for years. Containing cucumber extract and rosewater, the formula gently removes impurities and cleanses the skin. Reviewers praise its ability to remove a full face of makeup without drying out skin and love how glowing their complexions are after just one use.
Average rating: 4.4 stars; 173.9K “loves”
$49, sephora.com.
This cleansing balm from clean skincare brand Farmacy works on all skin types to whisk away makeup (including stubborn waterproof formulas) using soothing oils like sunflower and ginger root so you don't have to scrub to get results. Sephora shoppers note how great the product smells, as well as how gentle it is.
Average rating: 4.6 stars; 186.3K “loves”
$45, sephora.com.
Get your daily dose of greens with this cleanser packed with antioxidants like kale, spinach and green tea. Formulated for all skin types, it removes makeup and oil while keeping your skin's pH balanced. In one rave review, a user notes: “It leaves your skin feeling light, refreshed and moisturized.”
Average rating: 4.3 stars; 87.9K "loves"
$47, sephora.com.
This powder-to-foam cleanser uses plant-derived enzymes to gently remove dead skin cells. Dispense a small amount into the palm of your hand, add a few drops of water and you've got yourself a creamy exfoliating cleanser. “It gently exfoliates and cleans my acne-prone combination skin without causing irritation or breakouts,” says one satisfied Sephora reviewer.
Average rating: 4.6 stars; 55.1K “loves”
$70, sephora.com.
An ultra-gentle fragrance-free cleanser made for even the most sensitive of skin types, this formula contains soothing aloe and glycerin—which acts as a humectant to hydrate skin and leave it feeling plump and soft. Many Sephora reviewers love its creamy texture and note that a little goes a long way.
Average rating: 4.4 stars; 88.9K “loves”
$28, sephora.com.
A vitamin C serum is an essential part of any skincare routine, and this one is a Sephora community favourite. It combines the antioxidant benefits of vitamin C with anti-aging collagen to deliver brighter, bouncier skin.
Average rating: 4.2 stars; 204.4K “loves”
$64, sephora.com.
This serum is one of the brand’s many cult favourite products. Formulated to help banish blemishes, it uses niacinamide (vitamin B3) and zinc to minimize oil production and curb breakouts. “This solution helped with scarring and acne almost instantly,” writes one user, who left a 5-star review.
Average rating: 4.2 stars; 212.4K “loves”
$11, sephora.com.
This lightweight oil contains a cocktail of skin-loving ingredients like squalane, lavender and evening primrose oils that work their magic while you sleep. According to reviews, you can expect glowing skin that looks visibly smoother from night one.
Average rating: 4.3 stars; 77.6k “loves”
$89, sephora.com.
This sleeping mask from K-beauty-inspired brand Glow Recipe was an instant hit with the beauty community when it first launched and it remains one of Sephora’s bestsellers. Key ingredients include watermelon extract, hyaluronic acid and peony root for a triple whammy of hydration. “I wake up each morning to softer, more hydrated skin,” writes one Sephora reviewer.
Average rating: 4.0 stars; 189.1K “loves”
$59, sephora.com.
This do-it-all clarifying mask contains six exfoliating acids (lactic, salicylic, glycolic, mandelic, tartaric and pyruvic) and activated charcoal to zap breakouts and clogged pores. According to one 5-star review, “you can literally see it pulling oil and grime from your skin as it dries.”
Average rating: 4.2 stars; 254.6K “loves”
$77, sephora.com.
This beloved lip treatment is ideal for flaky, chapped lips or any pucker that needs a serious boost of hydration. It makes quick work of dryness with its moisture wrap technology that releases hydration into the lips over an eight-hour period so you wake up with a super soft pout. "I use this every night before bed and sometimes throughout the day. My lips are soft, look full and defined," writes one fan.
Average rating: 4.5 stars; 341.3K “loves”
$26, sephora.com.
Thanks to its exfoliating formula packed with AHA and BHA acids, this treatment resurfaces all skin types to reveal a smooth, glowing complexion. Plus, blue tansy oil is a powerful antioxidant that purportedly also helps soothe irritation. Many reviewers say this mask improved uneven skin texture and dark spots.
Average rating: 4.4 stars; 87.7K “loves”
$63, sephora.com.
Available in six different formulas (including ultra-moisturizing, soothing and mattifying options), these easy-peasy, budget-friendly sheet masks are a huge hit with Sephora shoppers. One reviewer writes: “I love these masks—they are so refreshing and leave my skin feeling smooth and hydrated.”
Average rating: 4.3 stars; 114.1K “loves”
$8 each, sephora.com.
This bestselling cream mask took Instagram by storm when it launched a few years ago. Packed with dermatologist-approved ingredients like vitamins C and E, it revives dull skin with a hefty dose of hydration and radiance. “When I put this mask on at night, I wake up feeling refreshed, plump and moisturized,” writes one Sephora shopper in a 5-star review.
Average rating: 4.0 stars; 104.8k “loves”
$63, sephora.com.
The gel version of Clinique’s classic Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion quickly earned top-shelf status for beauty junkies and old-school brand devotees alike. The oil-free formula is more lightweight than its predecessor and contains hyaluronic acid and cucumber fruit extract to give skin a hit of moisture. According to long-time users, it wears well under makeup and keeps oily skin in check all day.
Average rating: 4.5 stars; 82.6k “loves”
$36, sephora.com.
The Japanese-inspired skincare brand has many cult products, including this ultra-nourishing cream. Packed with divine-smelling wild rose to boost circulation and Japanese leopard lily to minimize oil production, it delivers nutrients to skin minus any greasy residue. Reviewers love its lightweight texture and dewy finish.
Average rating: 4.0 stars; 208.8K “loves”
$89, sephora.com.
Originally created for celebrity makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury’s model clients, this award-winning cream became a bestseller the moment it hit beauty counters. Rich in shea butter and hyaluronic acid, it can be used day or night to amp up glow and plumpen deflated skin. According to Sephora shoppers, this cream lives up to its name: “It is magic,” writes one reviewer. “It goes on silky soft and gives you a dewy finish”
Average rating: 4.3 stars; 28.4K “loves”
$85, sephora.com.
Lightweight and cooling, this gel cream from Korean brand Belif provides a “drink of water” for parched skin, with ceramides and glycerin helping to lock in moisture. One reviewer recommends keeping it in the fridge for a refreshing skin treat.
Average rating: 4.5 stars; 178.1K “loves”
$50, sephora.com.
This daily moisturizer by buzzy skincare brand Drunk Elephant has 3,000 reviews and an impressive rating. Formulated with a cocktail of peptides that bind moisture to the skin, it aims to improve skin texture, tone and firmness. “I have dry, dehydrated skin and this moisturizer feels light, refreshing and so soothing! I wear it under makeup and before going to bed,” writes one fan.
Average rating: 4.0 stars; 228K “loves”
$89, sephora.com.
Retinol is the hero ingredient in these eye patches, which hydrate, brighten dark circles and smooth fine lines. Reviewers love the instant results they see after just one use, with many noticing a more lifted look and smoother skin.
Average rating: 4.4 stars; 51.8K “loves”
$85, sephora.com.
This supercharged eye cream contains squalane and a marine algae complex that locks in hydration and reduces the appearance of fine lines. Fans of the product love its lightweight texture, noting that it absorbs better than most other eye creams.
Average rating: 4.4 stars; 28.3K “loves”
$71, sephora.com.
This refreshing cream tackles three of the most common eye concerns: puffiness, dark circles and dryness. According to Sephora reviewers, the under-eye area looks instantly brighter and less puffy after application.
Average rating: 4.0 stars; 113.5K “loves”
$43, sephora.com.
This rich cream has a long list of heavyweight ingredients, including shea butter, collagen, hyaluronic acid and turmeric extract. “My dark circles have always been one of my biggest insecurities, but this stuff has made all of that go away. My under-eyes are moisturized and the skin is velvety smooth,” says one reviewer, who gave the product a five-star rating.
Average rating: 4.0 stars; 51.6K “loves”
$63, sephora.com.
With its mood-boosting rose, mint and rosemary fragrance, this mist—beloved by celebrities like Victoria Beckham and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley—can be used as a toner on bare skin or as a refreshing top-up throughout the day. Reviewers call it “a must-have” and “liquid gold.”
Average rating: 4.3 stars; 94.8K “loves”
$59, sephora.com.
Smashbox is famous for its primers and this water-based option is one of its most beloved products. Packed with caffeine and electrolytes to hydrate and refresh, you can spritz it on before makeup or throughout the day to give your skin a radiant finish. “It helps set my makeup perfectly and I’ve found that it keeps it in place all day, no matter the weather or season,” writes one reviewer.
Average rating: 4.2 stars; 104.9K “loves”
$39, sephora.com.
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