What a Dermatologist Buys at Sephora! Holiday Sale Recommendations for Skincare, Makeup, & Haircare

[@nikki2370]

Ooh I love the lighting and background

[@donnadesisto6225]

You look absolutely STUNNING and exceptionally glowy here! Love whatever you are doing or wearing here!

[@ameliaerin1544]

I luv Laura Mercier products. Thank you and happy New year!

[@deborah972]

Love this Charlotte Tilbury, Dr Sam Ellis, ❤ xx

[@danisbookshelf3167]

Strapless is one of my favorite eyeshadow sticks, too! And I totally added a sample pack of the Dr. Gross peel pads to my cart. Oh, and if you ever want to stock up on the Lancome makeup remover, you should keep an eye on Ulta! I got one to try earlier this year for half off during their 21 Days of Beauty

[@violetavenue8990]

I'm definitely picking up another Aquis towel. I have one and I can't believe how much better it is than using a bath towel. I spend less time drying my hair, which is good, because I have thick, heavy hair. Also, the frizz is kept to a minimum. And, I'm going to pick up the Denise Grosse peel pads. I currently use Paula's Choice 25% AHA + 2% BHA Exfoliant Peel. I like that these peel pads remain sealed until you use them, instead of having an open tube of product. I too, only exfoliate once a week, so it takes me some time to get through the tube and I feel like the efficacy goes down once the tube is open. Lastly, I'm going to try the Virtue healing oil. I feel like it would do something for my hair, especially since Philadelphia is so humid; sometimes my hair is all over the place. Thanks for doing these videos, it really helps me hone in on products I'd like to try. Also, your hair, eye and skin color are similar to mine, so I find your makeup recommendations helpful.

[@thebeauty_minimalist]

You look amazing Dr Sam! I always love the way you do your hair 😍

[@stephaniekaufman1830]

I hate the smell and taste of lipstick too! Good to know about Merit as I was thinking of getting Baby!

[@Hlmaldonado383]

I love your videos!! U r so inspiring, calm, humble, such a great role model!! I look forward to your videos!!

[@nikkidarrigo1407]

Please do a video talking about clindamycin! Benefits, what is good to use with (like topicals), side effects, what it’s not good with use with.

[@annsener3378]

Dr Sam what blush are you wearing it’s beautiful

[@memorydandaroy1618]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Definitely want to get that living proof dry shampoo mini size that you were talking about I’m going to Maldives 🇲🇻 and India 🇮🇳 for a whole month. And that item will definitely come in handy cause I only wash my hair 2x a week. And it’s been a while since I’ve been back too India so dry shampoo is something I want to Try. Thanks again for a great video.

[@patjohnson6147]

Thank you! I wrote down 6 of your recommendations. The first one I'll check into is the Charlotte Tilbury concealer. 👁 Black bags under my eyes. 😔

[@alexisbeeton5416]

This was so helpful. You gave us great recommendations and I will certainly go for some of those, because it is a great deal and I want to make the most of it. The only thing I'm sure about is Foreo Luna 4 - I mean, it is a must (I have been using luna mini 3 for a long time and still loving every second of it)

[@dawnd2856]

Thank you for this thorough video! I discovered a lot of new products I intend to try! You had me at “smells like coconut”…. Love your channel!

[@DrSamEllis]

The scent is so good, but it also performs so well!

[@merisavizcarra6648]

Thanks enjoyed this video and seeing your favorites. I will be picking up the dr Dennis gross peel pads, I’m excited to try K18 based on your recommendation. I will also be trying the living proof dry shampoo. I’ve also heard a lot about that one. A great dry shampoo is essential for me. Thanks 😍

[@violetavenue8990]

Would also love to hear your thoughts on WEN. Can you clean your scalp and hair with just a cleansing conditioner?

[@SusanSlattery]

I'm getting another 32 oz. of Cinema Secrets (favorite brush cleaner), a few more of my FAVORITE Anastasia Dip Brows and Clear Brow gel, gonna try a YSL Mascara, and I put a few lip butters in my cart... I have a million lip things. Not sure they'll make it to purchase on Friday, but we'll see. Also a backup CT Airbrush Flawless Finishing Spray. I have the Mason Pearson Popular Mixture brush, but I put that Crown one on my wish list. Don't really need it though. Also my favorite Caviar Stick Color is Moonlight. And I use Oribe shampoos and conditioners. To tame my frizz I really like the Rene Furterer hair cream that I got some samples of a few orders ago (ordered from France, god I love the global economy), and promptly bought the full size. The samples were very generous, and I just finished them. Only a few days ago I opened the full size one.

[@agelessamy2335]

I have the K18 mask in my cart. I’ve bought it full price and am restocking while it’s on sale. I also have the La Mer Soft Cream in there. I only use it in the winter and it’s a splurge, so now’s the time to get it on sale. I’m also refilling my Kerastase Discipline shampoo and Charlotte Tilbury bronzer during the sale.

[@anitamiko9975]

Your skin looks so tight and firm and smooth today. You look great always, but have you had any special treatments to bring about this glowing texture?

[@yourgirlsp]

Her skin is amazing 🤩

[@Janice_ee]

Thank you! Definately my aesthetic, so many overlaping favorites, though some new ones as well- I am going to try out Aquis hair towel, Summer Fridays lip balm and the MUFE lip liner. Maybe even revisit the Lancome eye-makeup remover. 🤗❤️

[@amethystfeathers7324]

K18 is the bomb, IMHO far superior to Olaplex and is a much more straightforward treatment. Dr Dennis Gross peel pads - worth every cent and Laura Mercier caviar eyesticks are the only eyeshadow/liners I use. Perfect.

[@andrewruth9899]

Love your videos! I am very new to the skincare game. Do you have any hair recommendations for curly or coils hair?

[@lucydeboxer2565]

Great recommendations! Thank you, Dr. Sam.

[@jgoel3266]

The Dr. Dennis Gross Peel Pads...can you please expand on how to use them? For early 50's drier skin. In the morning or evening? Before or after Vitamin C if morning? If in evening, on non-retinol nights? Thank you!

[@ivy01606]

Hi Dr.Ellis! Can you make a video about your pre med journey?!

[@annac3565]

Great product recommendations, thank you. You always look stunning. Will the Dr. Dennis Gross daily peels cause skin purge? I would love to try but nervous I will breakout at the start of them. Thanks!

[@DrSamEllis]

Thank you! It’s definitely a possibility unfortunately. Certainly doesn’t happen to most people but exfoliants are a bit unpredictable.

[@AliseL22]

Really enjoyed seeing your recommendations. I also quite enjoy the Laneige Cream Skin. If you get a chance, pick up one of the Bobbi Brown Shadow Sticks - the colour Nude Beach would be beautiful & very natural on you. I prefer the Laura Mercier sticks for the shimmers and think Bobbi Brown does mattes better.

[@DrSamEllis]

Ooh pro tip!

[@cat_pb]

The K18 mask literally is the only step I need! I skip conditioner and it has made a huge difference!

[@leeaskew]

Oh dear, I will be buying a lot! Always love your recommendations 😊

[@drpeggyhudson]

Great picks! 😊 I always purchase the Dr. Dennis Gross extra strength peel during the Sephora sales.

[@TraceyPoland]

Good Recs! I love your look, you do glowy well where it looks fresh w/o looking wet or plasticy!

[@DrSamEllis]

Thank you!

[@violetviolet888]

@@DrSamEllis Thank you for your content. Request: Could you please work on your audio? It's extremely compressed and difficult to listen to as it is completely unnatural.

[@SpiritQD]

My cart is loaded and now I need the sale! Thank you for this.

[@1GoldenBreeze]

I'm only picking up Olaplex No.3. That's all I need. I don't wear make-up, and I have enough shampoo, conditioner, and styler.

[@dreamie9868]

Is azelaic acid okay to use everyday or should we cycle that too?

[@adityaiyli8982]

❤️ love your chanel so much! Also I think your scrubs are amazing

[@marleneross185]

What makeup are you wearing in this video? Eyeshadow, blush and lipstick? It’s stunning!

[@DrSamEllis]

Everything is linked in the description box!

[@lauracofman7128]

My 13 year old daughter has KP. She is also gluten free. Any recommendations? I was told it's from a vitamin A deficiency

[@amberloveschicago]

Solid recs, thank you!

[@femmenikitina3114]

these are all great picks! decisions, decisions... I am defnintiely getting this luna mini 4 foreo brush. when else is it going to be on sale))

[@periwinklestar9100]

The Virtue oil has domethicone and a silicone. Should I be avoiding these ingredients??

[@DrSamEllis]

No! I feel like it’s a huge misconception that silicones are bad for hair.

[@periwinklestar9100]

@@DrSamEllis I read that they fill the hair, basically like a plastic, and keep real moisture from getting in, resulting in drier hair

[@aishahabubakar5175]

I really wanna get the towel but it's kinda expensive for me is the cheaper options

[@musawer5]

love your smile doctor

[@summersadie3687]

Dr. Ellis do you use the k18 mask on your hair and if so, has it made a difference? I really like the virtue oil but never know how much to use. Really wish it had a pump like it used to.

[@dawnnash5301]

Hi Dr. Ellis, have you ever tried Moroccan Hair oil (Light) ? just curious. The 'claim' is it doesn't weight hair down ... 🙄

[@parinazaz4044]

It will if you have fine hair and apply a lot …

[@dawnnash5301]

@@parinazaz4044 thank you for your reply. Yes, I was told not to use this at all. Use the Olaplex 7 instead....

[@midlife_minimalist]

My Norton Security doesn’t like your links. Same problem on another video. I get unsafe site and it won’t open them 🤷‍♀️

[@ctms-fw5sr]

Great video and recommendations. It would be very helpful if you could do a review/comparison of Dr. Gross peel pads vs Strivectin pads vs Peter Thomas Roth pads that can be used a few times a week for exfoliation, brightening, hydration. Which do you recommend for dry sensitive skin? Thank you for all your hard work to help us filter through all the options out there for make-up and skincare.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I hate the taste of lipstick too! So funny.

[@Divyab129]

Just subscribed!

[@brittmariemays]

None of the product links are working for me.

[@AutumnElaine]

I'd buy the Summer Fridays balm nonstop if they had SPF

[@fizzakhan2048]

which beauty blender are u using?

[@kaylacabral9113]

What’s the other merit lip color that you always wear too? Is it the shade 1990?

[@DrSamEllis]

Yes! 1990 is more of a neutral brown whereas Slip is a warm pinkish brown. Love both. Wear both a ton.

[@johnhipp604]

Dr sam ellis I have a question

[@ninafodale]

Never been to Sephora but definitely will go to the sale. 👍

[@DrSamEllis]

Never been to Sephora?! Your world is about to change 😅

[@kritikohli5466]

Dr I started loosing obsene amount of hair right after a botched chemical straightening from a salon. My scalp is fine. I suspect the chemical was really harsh. The loss is all over scalp. It's been 5 months. The hairfall is not normal. However,i can see hair coming in each parting now. I'm taking homeopathic treatment for that as I didn't want to rely on minoxidil. Dermatologists say the straightening has triggered chronic talogen effluvium. Please let me know am I going the right way or should I take more aggressive step. Earlier it was really severe handful of strands. Now, it's up down. Someday, 60 or someday even 200. There is no history of fphl in my family. Sometimes I worry about it. I'm taking Hairfact also Please help

[@kham6006]

They are finding hair loss in people that vaccinated and boosted -

[@kritikohli5466]

@@kham6006 means??

[@sfkat]

Sephora has just gotten way expensive, I can usually find the products I want elsewhere at a much lower price. But I love the laura mercier caviar sticks...shelbey wilson has the best videos on how to apply them. Just a personal recommendation The Dr. Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Essence is my holy grail. It's a bit like the Laneige but better. It's heaven. A big drink of moisture, some days I just use it as a source of moisture and no cream. Try it, you'll Love it...promise..

[@violetviolet888]

Dawn Deter, buy from Beauty Pie, just as Shelby does.

[@mariebarker4499]

Thank you!

[@NatalieG427]

You DO NOT need an eye makeup remover if you use the Purity Made Simple Cleanser by Philosophy, as it removes waterproof mascara and makeup. It’s gentle & yet cleans your pores of ALL makeup. You then save money not buying a separate eye makeup remover. I’m 59 & have been using their cleanser for at least 26 years now, works well with a facial cleansing brush. I refer you to the videos on KZbin by QVC for demos on this cleanser also. ❤

[@catnip4587]

Tatcha oil cleanser also removes eye makup

[@sarahhagen2051]

Do the butter balms contain any menthol or peppermint? They look really nice, but any menthol or peppermint make my lips peel.

[@gorsian1979]

how old are you ?

[@RosesEleana]

No the dupe is not from neutrogena...! It's from L'oreal!

[@hollyalwaysjolly9123]

Ummmm your nails are gorgeous!

[@DrSamEllis]

Thank you, they’re fake lol! Press ons ☺️

[@hollyalwaysjolly9123]

@@DrSamEllis Wow! They look great!

[@mjmj0828]

Actually some ppl can exfoliate every day, it really depends on how your skin reacts to it