Sephora vs Ulta: Beauty Rewards Programs Compared

Beauty Insider vs Ultamate Rewards

Both Sephora and Ulta offer free loyalty programs, but they work very differently.

Sephora Beauty Insider

• Free birthday gift (a full mini set)

• Points for samples and exclusive products

• Rouge tier: free shipping, early access

Ulta Ultamate Rewards

• Points = real dollars off (500 pts = $17.50)

• Birthday coupon ($10 off for Platinum)

• 2x points events frequently

Winner: Ulta for cashback value, Sephora for perks and prestige exclusives.