PSA: My Entire Winter Skincare Routine for Dry Skin Is on Major Sale on Amazon
October 8, 2025
(Image credit: Julia Marzovilla; Laneige; Embryolisse; Summer Fridays; Clinique)
Let me know if you’ve been in this position: You go to do your morning skincare, and you realize that basically all of your favorite products are nearly empty. It’s especially scary when you have chronically dry skin. That’s what happened to me this morning. Instead of panicking, I’m turning to Amazon Prime’s two-day Big Deal Days sale event and shopping my entire fall and winter beauty routine for less.
I don’t have to spend a fortune to restock my entire collection. Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is offering up to 40 percent off on thousands of beauty products, from hair dryers to K-Beauty staples. The sale section also includes literally every! single! one! of my winter beauty must-haves. The deals are only running until the evening of October 8, so it’s high time to get shopping.
I have normal-to-dry skin that tends to become flaky when the weather cools down, so adding hydration (and then locking in that hydration) is my key focus. I also tend to get very dull after a few months out of the sun, so brightening serums are a must.
If this sounds like you, keep scrolling to shop the products that have saved my skin. Issues like redness and irritation have become a thing of the past.
Easy Cleansers
I go back and forth between luxe face washes and affordable finds I’ve loved for years. They both work, so it comes down to my own personal preference (and how much makeup I’m wearing). Aside from traditional cleansers, I’ve also started incorporating micellar water and hypochlorous acid sprays into my morning routine and to clean my skin on no-makeup days.
CeraVe
Hydrating Facial Cleanser (Was $19)
This tried-and-true cleanser is the one I return to when my skin freaks out after too many new serums or treatments.
Garnier
Micellar Water (Was $12)
You can’t beat a classic—this micellar water is my first line of defense against waterproof mascara and my go-to on light makeup days.
Must-Have Serums & Treatments
I definitely have the most fun with my face serum and treatment lineup. I love testing new potions that promise glow, hydration, and exfoliation, but these are the ones I come back to when all else fails. I’ve been using all of these for months, so trust me when I say they work.
Laneige
Cream Skin Toner & Moisturizer (Was $48)
This milky toner is everything to me. It’s shockingly hydrating, plays well with the rest of my products, and sits wonderfully under makeup. It has a spray nozzle attachment, but I prefer to pour a few drops into my palm and pat it directly into my skin. I also mix it with full-coverage foundations to make them more skin-like.
Clinique
Moisture Surge Active Glow Serum With Lactic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid + Vitamin C (Was $49)
This single product made a world of difference in my skin. After just one day of using it, I noticed my skin felt and looked better. The glow this gives you is bananas. Plus, I’ve seen a reduction in my dark spots and other discoloration when I use it.
Paula’s Choice
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Salicylic Acid Exfoliant (Was $37)
If you’re looking for a no-frills product that really works, look no further than this BHA toner. It’s a cult-favorite for a reason: it effectively clears blackheads and clogged pores without over-drying your skin.
Hydrating Moisturizers
I don’t mess around when it comes to my moisturizers. They set the stage for the rest of my makeup, and testing new ones has left me with patchy bases and irritation. The ones on this list are my failsafe finds.
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Laneige
Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer (Was $38)
I used to think that water gel creams were too lightweight for my skin type, but this proved me wrong. It’s gorgeously hydrating and supplies the perfect canvas for whatever I put on top.
Embryolisse
Lait-Crème Concentré Multifunction Daily Moisturizer (Was $29)
Chic French women were right when they recommended this pharmacy staple. It’s a makeup artist must-have because of how quickly it sinks in and works on just about every skin type.
La Roche-Posay
Cicaplast Balm B5 (Was $19)
My skin had a bizarre flare-up this summer, resulting in red, itchy bumps all over my face. This was the only product that calmed the redness down.
Ideal SPFs
Sunscreens are a must-have in any skincare routine, but finding the right one is surprisingly complex. They can break you out, cause pilling under makeup, or leave a harsh white cast. The ones on this list check all the right boxes.
Makeup Staples
My makeup routine is pretty simple these days (Read: I don’t wear foundation on a daily basis anymore). But, there are a few products I keep on standby. From a blurring primer that is a TikTok best-seller to a lip oil that changed my opinion on lip oils, this list has it all.
Iconic London
Underglow Blurring Primer (Was $32)
If you want blurred glowy skin that looks amazing under makeup, this primer is for you. The dropper can be a little finicky if you’re in a rush, but the results are worth it.
Summer Fridays
Dream Lip Oil (Was $26)
I’m not afraid to say that I really hate most lip oils. My sister loves this one, and I borrowed (stole) it from her. Now, it’s my favorite. Hydrating, smoothing, and not too slippery, I’m buying her a replacement during the sale.
In-Shower Heroes
For me, skincare continues right into the shower. My love for Cyklar’s range is well-documented, and the rate at which our beauty team discusses it is shockingly high. The products are excellently priced even when they’re not on sale, and offer the most gorgeous finished result.
CYKLAR
Sensorial Body Wash in Sacred Santal (Was $35)
I literally never thought a body wash could be this good. It’s somehow silky and hydrating without leaving a film. My husband keeps stealing it, so I’m buying a backup.
CYKLAR
Nutrient Rich Body Cream (Was $29)
All hail this body lotion. The formula is lightweight, but it packs serious hydration no matter the season.
CYKLAR
Perfume Oil Roll-On
Perfume oils are my preferred formula in the winter since they linger on the skin. This tiny rollerball is my favorite from the range, as it layers perfectly with the Santal scent, which I also own in body wash, body oil, and body cream formulas.
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