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Ulta's Biggest Hits of 2025

Ulta’s Breakout Beauty Stars of 2025 Are All Worth Adding to Your Bag

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Welcome to Retailer Must-Haves, a series where we cover the most popular finds of the moment from a specific site—all of which are algorithm-approved, of course.

From bold eyeshadows to fake freckles, this year’s makeup trends are all about originality and individualism. Beauty lovers are getting more adventurous with color and technique, but they're also dialing back on heavy formulas. As celebrity makeup artist Daniel Martin puts it: “At the end of the day, they don't want to look like they’re wearing a lot of makeup.” Think bold liner without mascara, sculpted blush with bare skin, or lip liner with no lipstick. It’s all about intention, experimentation, and a less-is-more approach.

With that in mind, we rounded up Ulta’s best-sellers of the year (so far) so that you can find something new that fits your vibe. From skin-enhancing staples to viral makeup must-haves, these are the top-rated picks flying off shelves and earning rave reviews from shoppers just like you.

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May 21, 2025

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COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum

$25

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A multitasking serum that softens and smooths skin.

Drunk Elephant B-Goldi Bright Drops With Niacinamide

$39

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Healthy, glowing skin is just a few drops away.

OLEHENRIKSEN Pout Preserve Hydrating Peptide Lip Treatment

$22

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Plump your pout and add some tint while you're at it.

e.l.f. Cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm

$11

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The perfect way to rinse away a full face of makeup.

PEACH & LILY Glass Skin Refining Serum

$39

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Make dark spots *disappear* with this nourishing serum.

ILIA The Base Face Milk Facial Essence + Lightweight Moisturizer

$58

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A lightweight moisturizer that promises a flawless makeup application.

Live Tinted 3-In-1 Mineral Sunscreen, Moisturizer, Primer SPF 30

$34

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Tinted sunscreens: the MVP of summer.

Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Hair Mask

$39

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Say goodbye to split ends and straw-like texture.

Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo

$30

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Skip the shower—this dry shampoo has you covered.

Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Cream Moisturizer With Ceramides

$64

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A reviewers says, "...one of the best products I've used in my entire life."

SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Shampoo1

$12

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The best shampoo for those who straighten, perm, or heat-style their hair.

SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Rinse-Out Conditioner

$12

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Pair with the matching shampoo for strong, shiny strands.

ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40

$48

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Sunscreen, foundation, and skincare all in one.

Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner

$24

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Eyeliner that stays put all day (and all night).

NYX Professional Lip IV Hydrating Gloss Stain

$12

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A hybrid between lipgloss and lip stain.

Dior Forever Skin Perfect Stick

$52

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Instantly erase blemishes with this foundation stick.

Mielle Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil

$11

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This hair oil has more than 30 essential oils and nutrients in it.

NATASHA DENONA Hy-Glam Concealer

$30

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A high-performance concealer stick that comes in 50 shades.

MAC Squirt Plumping Lip Gloss Stick

$26

$18

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Tingly lip gloss to emphasize your pout.

BeautyBio Hydrating Ceramide Booster

$42

$29

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One reviewer says, "My skin has never looked more hydrated and plump."

BOBBI BROWN Long-Wear Cream Eyeliner Stick

$34

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Creamy eyeliner that offers up to 24 hours of wear.

bareMinerals ORIGINAL Loose Talc-Free Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 15

$39

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A mineral-rich foundation that's perfect for those with oily skin.

e.l.f. Cosmetics Glow Reviver Lip Oil

$8

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Glass-like shine in shades from brown to baby pink.

Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Matte Pore Minimizing Primer

$35

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This primer blurs pores and helps makeup stay put.

Dior Cherry Rosy Glow Blush

$40

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One of Dior's most iconic makeup products—and for good reason.

Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear 24H Full Coverage Foundation

$53

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Waterproof foundation for beach days and pool hangs.

Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 Bum Bum Hair & Body Perfume Mist

$38

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A warm fragrance Sol de Janeiro has become famous for.

Tree Hut Moroccan Rose Shea Sugar Scrub

$11

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Dull skin is no match for this scrub.

Vacation Super Spritz SPF50 Face Mist

$22

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Spritz on some extra SPF at any time.

NYX Professional Makeup Buttermelt Pressed Powder Blush

$10

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As NYX says "...blends like a powder, spreads like butta."

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