The Sunday Riley Serum 1,500 People Ranked 5 Stars Is Now Under $100
Nearly all of Sunday Riley's offerings have their own cult followings, but Good Genes is on another level. With over 1,500 five-star reviews, the lactic acid treatment remains one of the most universally lauded serums in the skincare world. And it now has a rare discount thanks to Dermstore's current anniversary sale, running through August 19. All you have to do is use the code "BIRTHDAY" at checkout.
Sunday Riley goods are all 25 percent off in the sale, which means Good Genes' usual price tag of $158 has been cut down to $119 (or if you get the smaller 1 oz size, now $79 from $108). You might as well buy in bulk.
Sunday Riley Good Genes All-in-One Lactic Acid Treatment 1 oz, $79 (originally $108); dermstore.com
Good Genes is beloved because the lactic acid exfoliates and retexturizes the skin, but unlike its more popular cousin, glycolic acid, is gentler and can be used daily. If past experience with red, irritated skin had you shunning away the exfoliating powers of acids, using Good Genes will ease you back in. Plus, botanical ingredients like prickly pear extract and cactus extract ensure your skin doesn't feel raw, but rather moisturized and soothed. On top of immediate effects, believers say the serum helps fade dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
I was skeptical about the hype—and the price—until I tried it for a week and saw my breakout from hell dramatically clear up. My skin had that elusive "glow" and my full-facebeat-loving self felt more comfortable than ever wearing less makeup. Convinced yet?
Ahead, shop more amazing goods from Dermstore, which has over 400 brands across skincare, cosmetics, and haircare on sale for 15 to 25 percent off. Harry Josh Pro Tools, Tarte Cosmetics, RMS, Dr. Dennis Gross—gang's all there.