Dermstore's Summer Beauty Sale is happening—here's what I'm considering for a pre-summer transformation.

      (Image credit: Original art by Jamie Brown)

      Summer is my preferred season. I enjoy the warm weather, relaxing days at the beach, and plentiful chances for outdoor dining and drinks. However, that doesn't mean I'm just waiting for it to arrive. I understand that I’ll feel my best if I start preparing now. As a beauty editor, "preparing" involves dedicating time, money, and effort to my beauty regimen for a much-needed pre-summer glow-up. Fortunately, Dermstore's Summer Beauty Sale is happening until May 26, offering up to 20% off some of the best skin, hair, and makeup products with the code SUN at checkout. That means I can achieve that pre-summer glow without overspending. Below are all the products I’m considering.

      Olaplex

      Shampoo and Conditioner Bundle

      My hair definitely needs some rejuvenation. It’s been dull, dry, and frizzy after the long, cold, and static-filled winter. That’s why this Olaplex Shampoo and Conditioner bundle tops my list. Both products effectively clean and smooth the hair, plus they work to repair broken bonds deep within the hair structure. In other words, they’re my solution for stronger, shinier, healthier hair before summer arrives. Check out the best bond-repair products and learn about their benefits.

      Act+Acre

      Cold Processed Stem Cell Serum

      If you have thin hair like me, you probably understand this feeling. I'm tired of tiny braids and ponytails, and I want my hair to be stronger and thicker without extensions. That’s why this scalp serum is in my shopping cart. It encourages and prolongs the hair growth phase, reduces hair loss and thinning, and hydrates and soothes the scalp. I’m planning to start using it now for thicker hair in the future.

      RevitaLash

      Advanced Eyelash Conditioner (3 Month Supply)

      I wouldn’t mind if my eyelashes were thicker, denser, and more defined, so I’m also investing in this lash serum. It utilizes peptides, biotin, lipids, green tea extract, saw palmetto, and more to significantly improve the appearance of lashes.

      RevitaLash

      Advanced Eyebrow Conditioner (4 Month Supply)

      I can’t overlook the corresponding brow serum for bold, well-defined arches.

      Shark

      Cryoglow Under-Eye Cooling + LED Anti-Aging & Skin Clearing Face Mask

      The item on my wish list that excites me the most is this one. It has a high-tech design that combines red and blue LED light (you can even use them together), deep-penetrating infrared light, and cooling for the under-eye area in one device. The red LED light helps reduce lines and wrinkles; the blue light is beneficial for acne; the infrared stimulates collagen production, and the cooling feature minimizes puffiness.

      Dr. Whitney Bowe Beauty

      Tri-Liptide Peptide Lip Enhancing Treatment

      This lip treatment had a waiting list of 2000 people before its launch. Created by dermatologist Whitney Bowe, it promises to give the appearance of lip injections without actually having injections. It aims for plumper, smoother, and enhanced lips at a fraction of the cost of fillers.

      COSRX

      Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

      If you haven’t heard, snail mucin offers numerous benefits for the skin. It acts as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, smoothing, and plumping for a "glass skin" look. Unsurprisingly, this TikTok-famous snail mucin essence is on my pre-summer glow-up shortlist.

      Dr. Dennis Gross

      Alpha Beta Extra Strength Daily Peel (Pack of 60)

      I’m planning to use this two-step, at-home peel to tackle my uneven skin tone and texture. The first step employs gentle yet effective exfoliating acids to resurface the skin, while the second step introduces anti-aging ingredients to keep the skin balanced, smooth, and glowing.

      First Aid Beauty

      KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub

      For anyone with rough or bumpy skin on the back of their arms, legs, or anywhere else, this body scrub offers a solution. It combines physical exfoliation (pumice) and chemical exfoliation (10% AHAs) for instantly smoother and softer skin.

      A body oil is essential for summer, especially one that absorbs quickly without leaving a residue. This one from Moroccanoil smells wonderful and includes antioxidant-rich argan, olive, and avocado oils for nourished, soft skin.

      Dr. Dennis Gross

      Derminfusions Fill + Repair Eye Cream

      Since hitting 30, I’ve been more consistent with using eye cream. This product serves as a needle-free substitute for eye fillers, targeting six areas—crow’s-feet, under-eyes, eyelids, bunny lines, 11s, and the inner tear trough—to fill, firm, brighten, smooth, and lift.

      EltaMD