Here’s how to save money at Ulta on a wide range of beauty and skin-care products and score great deals! It is also a great place to buy stock-up gifts and stocking stuffers when you can get them at a discount.
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To enjoy your shopping experience the next time you shop at Ulta stores, you have to make the most out of it. Check out all the best ways and advantages in this post for shopping at Ulta Beauty.
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Save Money at Ulta Beauty
Visit the Website
You will want to check out their weekly ad that is available online. There are usually little gems on sale that you will miss unless you check out their ad. Be sure to also check their Facebook page for rare deals that may be limited.
Every Wednesday morning at around 8 AM is the best time when beauty deals go live. They are usually package deals, but they can be awesome! Be an early bird because these deals only last for 4-6 hours.
Grab a Coupon
Ulta shares a promo code on their website. It currently has a coupon for $3 off for a $15 purchase. If you download their app, an Ulta coupon code is always available and updated.
Oh, and did you know you can use manufacturer coupons at Ulta? You can! They have a list of brands they carry but double-check before you use them on certain promotions. This is a definite plus over other beauty stores. Plus you can get the best deals by stacking a manufacturer’s coupon with an Ulta coupon. You can see their coupon policies here (scroll down).
Save Money at Ulta When You Become An Ultimate Rewards Member
Ulta has a loyalty program that you should sign up for and earn a point per dollar spent. This is applicable in-store or online using a browser of the Ulta app. You can then use these points like cash and they are good for a year. There are also Ulta emails that members get throughout the year that offer 2x, 3x, or even 4x points on every qualifying purchase.
- The more you spend, the more status you earn. When Ultamate Rewards members spend $450, they reach Platinum status. Platinum members can earn 1.25 points for each dollar spent.
- On your birthday month, you will get a free Ulta birthday gift and double points. Who doesn’t love a free birthday gift? These bonuses are both applicable for the entire month. If you’re a Platinum or Diamond member, you will get an extra free gift!
- Another easy way to earn more points is when you avail of their salon services for hair care, pedicures, and other salon needs. You can book these appointments online. Other perks include 20% off prestige products several times a year (use first online and then in-store) and lots of Ulta Beauty coupons sent via email!
Save On Shipping
Ulta has a flat rate shipping of $5.95. To get free standard shipping, you need to reach an order amount of over $50. They also put out free shipping codes from time to time so look out for any notifications on the mobile app or text message alerts.
If you are shopping in-store and can’t find an item, they will order it for you and ship it for free.
Always Check the Sales Section
Visit their sales page for all the hot deals and any clearance items that are available online. In-store, you will see sale sections displayed, typically near the checkout counter.
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COSRX – Advanced Snail 92 All-In-One Cream
Hydrate your face with the best moisture ingredients from Advanced Snail 92 All-In-One Cream from COSRX. This cream helps repair and soothe your irritated, sensitized skin after breakouts.
L’Oréal – Brow Stylist Definer
Keep your brows on point with this Brow Stylist Definer from L’Oréal! It makes filling in your brows easy.
Dolce & Gabbana – The One Eau de Parfum
The timeless scent of The One Eau de Parfum from Dolce & Gabbana is so good! If you love a warm and floral scent in your perfume, this is something that I can recommend. It’s a classic scent that is perfect for any occasion.
Save Money at Ulta in These Special Events
Ulta has a fun and special way of giving big discounts on your favorite products. Watch out for exclusive deals at these events:
- The 21 Days Of Beauty is a huge Ulta event. You can check here to see when it is happening. The savings and sales during the 21 Days of Beauty sale are amazing! Mark them on your calendar.
- The Liter Sale takes place in January and July and discounts happen big time on the large bottles of beauty products like shampoos and conditioners.
- The Gorgeous Hair Event takes place in May and October and of course, it’s a sale that is geared towards all things hair products. And yep, you can use those Ulta discount codes and coupons!
Ulta Hair Salon
Beauty is the center of everything at Ulta. Avail beauty services from licensed professionals at their salon! They offer hair services, brows & wax, makeup & lashes, skin, and their latest service, ear piercing. Do note that these services may vary by location due to local mandates. These services are not available in Ulta at Target locations. To learn more about Ulta Salon, click here.
Buy a Discounted Gift Card
Another tip is to purchase discounted gift cards at sites like Raise.com. Use my referral code LORIJF7076 to score $5 when you make a purchase within 30 days of signing up for your account.
It’s a smart way to stretch your dollars ahead of purchase for both online purchases and in-store shopping. They work just like a regular gift card except you pay less for it.
Item Returns Are Easy
Ulta has a great return policy, so don’t hold onto something you are not happy with. Whether you bought something in-store or online, you have 60 days to return it. Do note that you have to have the original receipt so you will get a full refund. For open items that you want to return, you have to have 80% of the product in the container. Learn more about their full return policy (scroll down).
Price Adjustments
As indicated on Ulta’s website, they do not give price adjustments. They will tell you to simply return the original item and rebuy it at its discounted price.
Price Protection Policy
Get informed about price protection policies at your favorite stores and get the difference back if the price drops. You can also get the free Paribus APP and let them monitor your purchases for you. If they find a price adjustment, you will get it back, but they take a commission for doing the work for you. Read more about how Paribus works.
Save Money at Ulta by Using an Ulta Credit Card
Ulta has a store credit card where you can get 20% off your first purchase (upon approval) after you sign up. You’ll get 1 point for every $1 you spend afterward. When used at other places, you can also earn 1 point for every $1 spent. You will also get 500 Welcome Bonus Points if you spend $500 in the first 90 days outside of Ulta.
Pay off your balance though so you are not paying interest which can cancel out any savings!
Locations
Are you excited to shop during an Ulta sale? Find a store near you by typing “Ulta near me” on Google or by clicking this link. These are the easiest ways to find the store closest to you out of the 1,308 Ulta stores nationwide.
Contact
If you have any concerns or clarifications on an item, discounts, returns, services, etc., it’s best to reach out directly to Ulta. I find Ulta customer service to be efficient. These are the four ways to reach them:
- Call: 1-866-983-8582. Available from 7 am-11 pm CT, 7 days a week.
- Chat: Specialists are available from 7 am-11 pm CT, 7 days a week.
- Text: 309-650-8582. Message and data rates may apply.
- Email: Click here to send them an email.
Check this page for all guest service information for Ulta.
Shopping at Ulta can be very rewarding when you know what to do and how to do it!
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