In virtually every way, Costco represents bulk buys and budget-friendly deals. A trip to Costco is errand-running in its most athletic form: You came, you saw, you conquered. Or, perhaps more aptly: You came, you saw, you crossed literally everything off your grocery list, and you will not run out of any necessities for at least four months. But nestled among those truly massive packages of nonperishable snacks are surprising small-batch buys—color-changing lipsticks, fluffy makeup brushes, Chanel perfumes. As it turns out, Costco’s beauty selection is as stacked as its, well, everything selection. And the finds are good.
Most drugstores boast a beauty selection full of budget-friendly items and bathtime must-haves. Affordable lipsticks, mascaras, and eyeshadows are as abundant as huge bottles of shampoo, conditioners, and body washes. Specialty beauty stores, on the other hand, tend to offer luxurious makeup items, ranging from tried-and-true favorites to trendy “it” items.
Costco’s beauty selection falls somewhere in between. You’ll find your toiletry go-tos, often in bulk—or at least bulk-ish—form. And you’ll also find those spot-treatment masks you’ve seen everywhere on Instagram, that eyeshadow palette your makeup-obsessed friend swears by, and every skincare product in that flat lay you just bookmarked. At Costco, huge containers of pet food abound—but they abound alongside genuinely covetable beauty buys. And if that isn’t the veritable picture of convenience, we don’t know what is.
A version of this article was originally published February 2020.
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COCOOIL Topical Sunscreen
Image Credit: COCOOIL. This luxury Aussie beauty brand is finally available to shop in our favorite wholesale retailer. We love this sunscreen because it provides all of the protection you need from the sun, moisturizes your skin and is water-resistant for up to 60 minutes.
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Lipstick Queen Shade Shifters
Image Credit: Costco. Don’t worry—this Shape Shifters lipstick won’t leave your lips looking emerald green. Instead, it will combine with your natural tone to create a sheer shade customized to you.
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Kocostar Foot Therapy Masks (6-Pack)
Image Credit: Costco. You can obviously score conventional sheet masks at Costco, but you can also snag less traditional options—like these foot masks. Slip the moisturizing wrap over your foot, and revel in the joys of an at-home pedicure (or six).
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RealHer Eyeshadow Palette Set
Image Credit: Costco. No beauty collection is complete without one truly excellent, neutral-filled eyeshadow palette. This collection boasts a range of metallic beiges, browns, and charcoals, and it promises to get you through any occasion.
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DHC Lip Cream (3-Pack)
Image Credit: Costco. These cute lip creams will make an aesthetic addition to any lip balm collection. Throw one in your pocket, your purse, and on your bathroom counter. Because there’s almost never a moment when chapstick isn’t useful.
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Zaaina Natural Handcrafted Artisan Soaps Bundle (6-Pack)
Image Credit: Costco. These artisan soaps aren’t just beautiful—they’re also incredibly well-reviewed. Customers love everything from the cute packaging to the vast range of scents. (Some wrote that all six soaps smelled so great they couldn’t decide which one to use first.)
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Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi-Purpose Dry Oil
Image Credit: Costco. This limited-edition oil is perfect for use on your face, your hair, and your body. And its lightweight nature promises to nourish and soften—without causing greasiness.
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T3 Luxe 2i Professional Hair Dryer
Image Credit: Costco. If you’ve ever lamented that your salon’s hair tools are so much better than yours, this hair dryer/brush set may be the buy for you. The hair dryer boasts two speed settings, three heat settings, and 1,211 5-star reviews. Plus, the round brush will leave your hair perfectly looking blown out—even if all you’ve done is dry your hair at home.
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Thank You Farmer Sun Project Water Sun Cream (2-Pack)
Image Credit: Costco. This moisturizer doubles as a sunscreen—and a sunscreen with SPF 50, at that. Because you deserve a moisturizer that nourishes your skin while shielding you from the sun.
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DHC Liquid Eyeliner (2-Pack)
Image Credit: Costco. Liquid liner options abound, so it can be tough to discern which are actually worth the cost. In addition to promising rich pigment, fluid motion, and crisp precision, this liquid eyeliner 2-pack boasts 187 5-star reviews. Plus, you can score two for the price of one.
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Artis Elite Makeup Brush Set (10-Pack)
Image Credit: Costco. It’s almost shocking what a difference a good makeup brush can make. And a set of 10 good makeup brushes ensures that you’ll always have an incredible tool up to the task—no matter what the task is.
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Perricone MD No Makeup Foundation
Image Credit: Costco. The beauty of Perricone’s No Makeup Foundation is that it offers as much (or as little) coverage as you crave. Sheer and subtle—but veritably buildable—this foundation will skew as light or layered as you want it to.
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Chanel No. 19 Eau de Toilette
Image Credit: Costco. While you can’t score Chanel’s iconic No. 5 fragrance at Costco, you can score Chanel No. 19—and that’s still incredibly cool. Give the floral, woodsy scent a try the next time you’re stocking up on groceries, and maybe even take a bottle of the Eau de Toilette home with you.
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Perricone MD Hypoallergenic Firming Eye Cream
Image Credit: Costco. Though many beauty producs warrant a little skepticism, eye cream seems to actually work. Whether you’re giving your under-eyes a little love after a sleepless night, or simply using the cream as a base for makeup, Perricone’s Firming Eye Cream is sure to do the trick. (And if you don’t trust us, maybe you’ll trust the 339 5-star reviews.)
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SK-II Facial Treatment Essence
Image Credit: Costco. The skincare-obsessed will surely appreciate the fact that Costco has a SK-II’s Facial Treatment Essence on offer. Simply wash your face, then gently and evenly work the essence into your skin. Layer on serums, moisturizers, and sunscreens—in that order—and let the nourishing, toning essence do its thing.
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Zadro LED Variable Lighted Vanity Mirror
Image Credit: Costco. Equal parts useful and aesthetic, this ring-lit mirror will make an excellent addition to any vanity. Let the light illuminate your skin, while the magnified mirror zooms in on areas that are otherwise hard to see. (And be sure to take advantage of the thoroughly great selfie lighting, too.)
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DHC Velvet Skin Coat (2-Pack)
Image Credit: Costco. Good primer is vital to keeping your makeup smooth, even, and long-lasting. This Velvet Skin Coat 2-pack promises to absorb excess oils and render your face the smooth, matte canvas you want it to be every time you go to apply makeup.
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