Hey, fashion and beauty lovers! It’s Raina, your fellow style-obsessed American blogger, back with a major haul from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Let me just say, this year’s La Mer gift set totally stole my heart (and my wallet). The value is unreal compared to past years, and I’m here to spill all the deets on what’s in the bag, plus a surprise deal that had me doing a happy dance!
The Gift Set: My Faves and One Tiny Miss
🌟 The Renewal Oil (Golden Oil)
This was the star of the show and the whole reason I dove into this gift set! I originally grabbed it to tackle some weird bumpy whitehead-like patches on my kid’s neck—nothing else worked, but after just two days of using this golden oil, they scabbed over and are now fading into barely-there marks. It’s also been a game-changer for my hormonal chin breakouts. Using it consistently has seriously cut down on flare-ups, and I’m obsessed with its “fight oil with oil” magic. This stuff is pure gold (pun intended).
💧 The Moisturizing Cream
The OG La Mer cream needs no introduction. It’s basically a medical-grade miracle in a jar—perfect for repairing damaged skin in a flash. My only gripe? It needs emulsifying, which isn’t the most lazy-girl-friendly (I’m team Soft Cream for that ready-to-go texture). Still, when my skin’s freaking out, this is my go-to emergency fix.
🧴 The Treatment Lotion
This one’s nice for summer with its lighter texture, but it might not cut it for winter’s dryness. I’m not a huge fan of the slightly sticky feel on my face, and if I don’t apply it evenly, it can look a bit white. It’s the “meh” item in the set for me, but it’s still La Mer, so I’ll use it.
🌙 The Rejuvenating Night Cream
A newbie for me, and I’m digging it so far! The texture is denser than the Soft Cream, almost velvety, and the scent reminds me a bit of classic Peony & Blush Suede vibes (anyone else getting that?). It’s been a nice addition to my nighttime routine.
The Unexpected Bonus: Essence Water Deal of the Year
Okay, hold onto your hats for this one. Beyond the gift set, I stumbled on an insane deal: buy 150ml of La Mer’s The Essence Foaming Cleanser, get a 100ml bottle free! The website said the gift was sold out, but I took a chance at the store. Plot twist: even the Nordstrom staff didn’t know about this deal at first—not even the La Mer counter rep! The sweet associate from another counter helped me check inventory, and boom, they found it. I snagged it, and even the staff were shocked, saying, “There’s still a deal this good?” My joy was through the roof!
This Anniversary Sale has officially lured me back into the La Mer obsession, and I’m not even mad about it. The haul feels like a total win, and I’m already planning my next skincare splurge. Want more recs? Check out my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale guide on the blog for all the must-haves and hidden gems I’m loving this year.
What’s in your sale haul? Drop a comment on my blog and let’s geek out over our favorite finds!
Stay glowing,
Raina
