How to Save at ULTA: A Complete Guide

You love the thrill of a beauty haul, but you also want max value. ULTA runs nonstop promos - the real wins come when you understand Rewards, time the big events, and stack offers the smart way. Here’s your simple plan to save on every cart, from drugstore staples to prestige faves.

💡 Hack #1: Master Ulta Beauty Rewards

Join free and earn 1 point per $1 on most purchases. Points redeem for cash off - and the value scales up as you save:100 = $3, 250 = $8, 500 = $17.50, 750 = $30, 1,000 = $50, 2,000 = $125. The sweet spot is saving for 2,000 points when possible.

• Platinum - hit $500 annual spend for 1.25x points and points that don't expire while you keep status.
• Diamond - hit $1,200 annual spend for 1.5x points, extra perks, and free shipping on $25+.
• Birthday month - 2x points for all tiers, plus freebies and an extra $10 off at higher tiers.

💡 Hack #2: Stack Rewards With The Right Offers

Build your cart around promos, then use points at checkout for a bigger net discount. Most site coupons exclude prestige brands - but your points apply to almost anything, including many event deals. Always activate any bonus point offers in the app before you shop.

💡 Hack #3: Mark Your Calendar For The Big Three

• 21 Days of Beauty - daily Beauty Steals at 50% off across makeup and skincare. Platinum and Diamond often get special shipping perks on Steals.
• Gorgeous Hair Event - spring and fall - haircare and tool Steals with one-day half-off offers.
• Love Your Skin Event - yearly - skincare Steals with one-day 50% offers.

Pro move: redeem saved points on top of a 50% Beauty Steal for prestige-level savings that are hard to beat.

💡 Hack #4: Sweep Sale & Clearance

Check Sale and Clearance for deep markdowns. When a general coupon applies to qualifying items, use it first - then apply points for the lowest net total. Read each coupon's exclusions before you count on it.

💡 Hack #5: Turn On Email, Text, App Alerts

Opt in for early access, one-time codes, and limited-time point multipliers. Save your most-wanted items to lists and allow notifications - you'll get pinged when prices drop or a Steal hits your saved picks.

💡 Hack #6: Level Up With Replenish & Save

For repeat essentials, use Replenish & Save - you typically get 5% off plus free shipping on replenishment orders, and you still earn base points by tier. Set the cadence you want and edit anytime.

🚚 Shipping & Returns - Quick Wins

• Shipping: Diamond gets free shipping on $25+. Watch event banners for Steal-specific shipping perks.
• Returns: Returns within 30 days with proof of purchase typically go back to original payment. 31-60 days usually return as an Ulta Beauty merchandise credit. Start returns in the app for speed.

🎯 The Takeaway

Save points - then strike during 21 Days of Beauty or other big events. Build from Sale and Clearance, use active coupons where eligible, and finish with points at checkout. Layer in Replenish & Save for everyday staples and enable alerts so you never miss a Steal. That flow keeps your glam high and your spend low.

P.S. Want more ways to save? Explore our always-fresh Deals & Coupons, sharpen your strategy with Savings Tips & Hacks, and stretch your budget with quick wins in Earn Cash Rewards.