Everyone deserves to feel special on their birthdays with beauty birthday freebies, and there are so many brands out there who agree.
Once you’re a member of the brand, they often give out birthday month discounts for products, and even free kits and gifts!
Most brands offer discounts, while some go the extra mile and provide you with birthday items or even services. We’ve done the research and categorised them for you, so you don’t have to.
Beauty birthday freebies (Discounts)
Hysses
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Hysses takes scents and fragrances to another level. Those who can’t live without those calming room scents and candles will be pleased to find out that Hysses offers a one-time 20% storewide discount on regular-priced items for all their VIP members during their birthday month.
Do note that the discount cannot be applied in conjunction with other promotions.
To become a member:
Accumulate at least S$300 at Hysses stores within 60 days to qualify as a VIP member. Membership is lifetime, though reward points can expire.
Click here for more details.
Innisfree
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Innisfree members get to enjoy steep discounts during their birthday month, but only at the Premium and VIP levels.
Unfortunately, the most basic ‘Welcome’ level does not get to reap birthday benefits.
Premium Level Birthday Gift:
- You’ll get a 20% discount voucher
VIP Birthday Gift:
- You’ll get a 25% discount voucher
To become a member:
Make a purchase of any amount to immediately become a Welcome member, which is the first tier.
Spend above S$120 within 12 months to become a Premium member, or above S$250 to become a VIP member.
Click here for more details.
Kiehl’s
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Those who have joined Kiehl’s loyalty club will be happy to know that the brand has expanded their tiers.
What does it mean for their members? Well, this means you get to enjoy higher birthday discounts!
Gold and Ruby Wings get to enjoy a 10% discount redeemable once during their birthday month while Sapphire Wings can enjoy 15% off and Black Diamond 20% off.
To become a member:
Spend above S$1 to qualify for the first tier, Gold Wings. You have to spend at least S$150 accumulated within 12 months to get to Ruby Wings, S$500 for Sapphire Wings, and S$800 for Black Diamond.
Click here for more details.
L’Occitane
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The ultimate French body care and fragrance brand also offers perks for their loyal customers.
Club Members get 10% off a one-time transaction at L’Occitane stores and counters during their birthday month, while Gold Members get to enjoy 20% off instead.
To become a member:
Spend above S$100 in a single receipt in any of their boutiques or online store to qualify as a member.
To level up to the Gold tier, you’re going to have to spend S$800 in stores or online, either in a single receipt or accumulated.
Click here for more details.
Orbis
There’s something to be said about the clean-cut, minimalist design of Japanese brands like Orbis, and we’re sure we’re not the only ones that feel the irresistible draw to it.
Orbis members will be entitled to a one-time 20% discount on regular-priced items during their birthday months to feed their Japanese skincare obsession, and we’re not mad at that. The offer is only valid at Orbis stores and counters, and not on their online store.
To become a member:
You qualify to be a member with any purchase you make at an Orbis store or counter!
Click here for more details.
The Body Shop
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The Body Shop is one of those brands that’s been around since forever and is still going strong.
If you are a part of their Love Your Body Club, you are entitled to enjoy a one-time 20% birthday discount on a single receipt during your birthday month!
To become a member:
All you need to do is sign up online and you’ll be able to become a member!
Click here for more details.
YSL Beauty
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We’re fans of YSL so we were excited to see that this luxury brand also offers birthday freebies!
Bronze and Silver members are entitled to 10% off on their first purchase during their birthday month. Meanwhile, Gold members get 15% off and an exclusive gift.
To become a member:
Hurray, there is no minimum spend required to be a Bronze member!
Silver members require an accumulated spend of S$300 within 12 months, and Gold members need more than S$1,000 within 12 months.
Click here for more details.
Sasa
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Yes, Sasa is back and so are their memberships and birthday treats!
Members will receive 400 points on their birthday and these points can later be exchanged into vouchers. There’ll also be a birthday coupon for ‘Normal Customer’ members.
As a VIP, you get the birthday coupon and extra bonus points on your birthday!
To become a member:
Everyone and anyone can be a member by signing up! Afterwhich, you’ll even get 400 points for doing so.
And when you spend S$202.50, you’ll be upgraded into the VIP tier.
Click here for more details.
Beauty birthday freebies (Items)
Dior
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Fans of the luxury brand will be glad to know that they offer a loyalty program which applies to their boutiques, counters, and e-shop.
Dior Fans and Dior Platinum members can enjoy double points for their first purchase during their birthday month.
Plus, Dior Platinum members get to be extra spoiled with a special birthday gift.
To become a member:
You can spend any amount to qualify as a member, but those who spend an accumulated amount of S$250 get to become Dior Fans.
To become a Dior Platinum member, you’re going to have to shell out S$4,000 in accumulated spending.
Click here for more details.
Bobbi Brown
If you’re looking for a luxe makeup membership, join the Bobbi Brown Club.
All members will enjoy double points on the first purchase of their birthday month. These points can then be used to exchange for selected products and services in stores.
You’ll also receive a birthday gift, which varies according to the season!
To become a member:
Free with any purchase
Click here for more details.
Fresh
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You’ve got to spend a little if you’re a fan of Fresh as the basic, first tier of membership (Freshie) doesn’t get you any birthday freebies.
It is from the second tier (Fan) onwards that you’ll get to enjoy at least double points in the first transaction of your birthday month.
From the third tier (Friend), you’ll receive birthday gifts, subject to availability:
- Friend – Gentle Nourishing Body Duo
- Family – Beau-Tea Indulgence
- Forever – Self Care
Birthday gifts can only be redeemed in Fresh Boutiques or department store counters at any time during your birthday month. No purchase is necessary to receive your gift!
To become a member:
Any purchase will net you a Freshie membership. You have to spend S$100 to S$249 in your first transaction to get a Fan membership.
For Friend, you’ll need a cumulative spend of S$250 within the last six months, and S$600 for Family tier within the last 12 months.
The final tier, Forever, needs S$1,200 cumulative spend in the last 12 months.
Click here for more details.
Lancôme
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Lancome has made a number of beauty holy grails for junkies all over the world, so it’s no hardship for anyone to be part of their membership programme.
You’ll not only get to earn double bonus points on the first transaction of your birthday month, but you’ll also get a specially curated birthday gift from Lancome!
Platinum members get to receive a deluxe birthday gift set instead while VIP members will receive a premium birthday gift set.
To become a member:
Spend any amount in a single receipt to qualify for a Rose membership.
Spend above S$800 over a period of 12 months to be eligible for a Gold membership, above S$3,000 in 12 months to be a Platinum member, and S$7,000 in 12 months for VIP.
Your spending can include both Lancome products and services (yes, Lancome has a dedicated beauty salon at TANGS at Tang Plaza, Level 4).
Click here for more details.
Clinique
With several of Clinique’s products going viral on TikTok, you’ll want to see what this brand can offer you on your special day!
Members from all three tiers will receive a birthday gift with S$45 order. Those in the Brilliant and Genius Tier enjoy another extra birthday gift without any minimum spend!
To become a member:
Simply sign up and you’ll be automatically made a member under the Smart Tier.
Accumulate a minimum of 250 points to be moved up into the Brilliant Tier, and 500+ points for the Genius Tier.
Click here for more details.
Laneige
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It’s a truth universally acknowledged that nobody ever says no to anything Laneige, so we’re going to bet that their birthday perks are also going to be proportionately popular.
All Laneige members will get a 20% discount and double bonus points on the first purchase of their birthday month. VVIP members can enjoy an additional 10% discount!
Points can be accumulated and exchanged for Laneige products and rebate vouchers.
For VIP and VVIP members, you’re in for a treat with the complimentary Laneige birthday kit that you can redeem on your birthday month.
To become a member:
Make any purchase at a Laneige store or counter to qualify for a Basic membership.
To up your ante and become a Laneige VIP, though, you’ll have to spend above S$800 within a calendar year, or above S$1,200 to become a VVIP.
Click here for more details.
Beauty birthday freebies (Services)
Sephora
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Who could leave out the most popular membership scheme of them all? We can’t imagine any beauty junkie without her handy Sephora card in her wallet.
The great thing about the Beauty Pass membership is that you will definitely get a perk during your birthday month, whether you hold a White, Black, or Gold Card.
White Card Birthday Gift:
- You’ll get double bonus points on any one purchase during your birthday month
Black & Gold Card Birthday Gifts:
- You’ll get double bonus points on any one purchase during your birthday month
- Each customer will receive a specially curated birthday gift
- Enjoy a complimentary Benefit Brow service in-stores
To become a member:
Simply log on to the Sephora website and register – that’s it! It’s free of charge to be a White card member.
Subsequently, you’ll have to spend a certain amount of money every year to upgrade your membership to Black or Gold.
Click here for more details.
Clarins
Always wanted to be treated with TLC? Club Clarins promises to be “the most caring loyalty programme around” with specially curated rewards and exclusive privileges all year long.
Both the Classic and Gold Membership entitles you to double bonus points on all transactions made within your birthday month.
You will also receive 20% off during your birthday month, limited to one redemption per member and only available online or at Clarins Boutiques at ION Orchard, NEX, Great World, Parkway Parade, Vivocity, Waterway Point, and Westgate.
However, both benefits are not applicable on the first transaction for new Club Clarins members.
Once you’re in the Gold tier, you’ll get an extra treat with two complimentary 30-minute Open Spa Treatments! Limited to one redemption and only at Clarins Open Spa at BHG Bugis, Great World, Waterway Point, or Westgate.
To become a member:
With any purchase at an authorised Clarins store or on their e-store, you’ll be made a brand new, well-loved Classic member!
To be upgraded into the privileged Gold Membership, accumulate a minimum of S$1,500 nett spend on products over 12 months.
Click here for more details.
Shiseido
One of the most iconic Japanese beauty brands, Shiseido has lots to offer to members on their birthdays too!
All members from the three tiers can enjoy bonus double points for the first purchase on their birthday month. If you’re in the Shiseido+ Member and Camellia categories, you’ll get to enjoy a transformative Birthday Makeover for yourself and a friend!
Lastly, Camellia members will also receive a specially curated surprise birthday gift.
To become a member:
With any purchase, you’ll be made a Shiseido+ Insider and Member! To be upgraded to the Camellia status, you’ll need to accumulate at least 2,000 points over a consecutive 12-month period.
Click here for more details.
Shu Uemura
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Love the Shu Uemura brand? Shu Uemura rewards are divided into tiers based on the amount you spend, and the birthday rewards are well worth it.
Bronze Level Birthday Gift:
- You’ll get 10% off on any purchase
Silver Level Birthday Gift:
- You’ll get 10% off on any purchase
- Enjoy a complimentary birthday eyebrow service in-stores
Gold Level Birthday Gift:
- You’ll get 15% off on any purchase
- Enjoy a complimentary birthday eyebrow service in-stores
To become a member:
To become a Shu Uemura member, you can either approach a makeup stylist at any of Shu Uemura boutiques in Singapore or sign up online.
You’ll have to maintain a certain amount of expenditure every 12 months to keep your membership level.
Click here for more details.
Sulwhasoo
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Sulwhasoo has long been synonymous with Korean luxury skincare, and we were excited to find out the birthday perks they’re treating members on their birthday month!
For Classic and VIP members, you get double points while VVIP members can enjoy 2.5x points. All tiers will receive a 10% discount on regularly priced items at Sulwhasoo boutiques and a birthday gift from the brand!
Want a little something extra? You can also get an additional birthday treat with a minimum spend of S$600.
These birthday benefits are only available on the first purchase in your birthday month.
Of course, VIP and VVIP members get just that little something extra: a complimentary Sulwhasoo facial of your choice on your birthday month with additional eye care for VVIP members.
To become a member:
Spend any amount at any Sulwhasoo boutique or counter and you’ll be eligible to become a Classic member or to renew your Classic membership.
The bar is raised for VIP members: you’ll have to spend S$3,000 to earn the status! It is even higher for VVIP members, as the minimum is set at S$6,000.
Click here for more details.
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