The Absolute Best FREE Ulta Birthday Gift 2022: Complete Year of Gifts [By Month]

It’s no secret that Ulta is one of the best places to shop for beauty products. And this year they’re taking things to a whole new level with the 2022 Ulta birthday gift.

They’re giving away amazing birthday gift(s) that you won’t want to miss out on. Seriously, the party doesn’t have to stop once you’ve turned 21.

With Ulta free is free. So what are the gifts for this year? Read on to find out!

Introduction

The January 2021 Ulta Beauty birthday gifts are this Clinique Quickliner for Eyes Intense in Intense Ebony (SKU 2582829) or this Lancôme Advanced Genifique Radiance Boosting Serum (SKU 2586601).

Here’s a snapshot of the 2021 list of Ulta birthday gifts:

You’re probably standing on pins and needles silently awaiting this year’s birthday gift at Ulta, but you can rest easy knowing that there’s a good chance the Ulta birthday gift of 2022 will knock our socks off this year.

Like 2021, these 2022 birthday freebies are available to all Ultamate Rewards members in all three tiers: Member ($0-$500 annual spend), Platinum ($500 annual spend), and Diamond ($1,200 annual spend). Join here it’s free!

Ulta Birthday Gift 2022 for Ultamate Rewards Members by Month

As far as we know, there are no new changes to the membership status and qualifying spend for Ultamate Rewards members. As always, all reward members still get a free birthday gift during their birthday month.

January 2022 Ulta Birthday Gift

The Clinique Quickliner For Eyes Intense in Intense Ebony is set to be the Ulta birthday gift for January 2022. This eyeliner is highly pigmented and comes with a smudge tip on the other end, making it easy to smoke out your look.

It also never needs sharpening, so you can keep it with you at all times and have it ready to go whenever you need it.

The second Ulta birthday gift for January 2022 is the Lancôme Advanced Genifique Radiance Boosting Serum.

This serum is designed to hydrate and smooth skin while reducing fine lines and wrinkles. It also features a patented formula that has been shown to improve radiance, skin texture, and more even skin tone in just one bottle.

So if you’re looking for an amazing way to celebrate your birthday this year, make sure to snag this serum!

You be the judge with this January Ulta birthday gift. Looking for great alternatives to these month’s birthday gifts? You might love these two options:

This Ulta Birthday Gift 2022 is available to all Ultamate Rewards Members, Platinum, and Diamond members.

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February 2022 Ulta Birthday Gift

Sources on Reddit say that Ulta’s February birthday gift will be Tarte Sugar Rush – Lash Smoothie Volumizing Hemp Mascara Mini. The Tarte Sugar Rush is the perfect way to get your lashes ready for Valentine’s Day.

This mascara has everything you need to make your lashes look fabulous, including a volumizing brush and lash-conditioning ingredients like hemp oil, castor oil, coconut, kiwi and avocado. It also comes in an adorable mini size that you can take with you on the go.

It’s like a green smoothie for your lashes! The unique dual-sided brush separates and defines, while the long bristles volumize and curl.

The Clinically Proven formula contains Hemp oil which nourishes and stimulates lash hair, Castor oil which promotes healthier-looking lashes, Coconut oil which conditions lashes, Kiwi fruit extract which conditions lashes, Avocado oil which nourishes lashes, and Baobab fruit extract which helps condition and repair lashes.

Once the February gift is confirmed in early February, I’ll update this post with a direct link to the EXACT freebie.

This February Ulta birthday gift is available to all Ultamate Rewards Members, Platinum, and Diamond members.

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March 2022 Ulta Birthday Gift

Sources on Reddit say that Ulta’s March birthday gift will be Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser. This facial cleanser is loved by most people.

Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser is a great facial cleanser for those with sensitive skin. It’s a one-step facial cleanser that is formulated with natural ingredients that gently cleanse and remove makeup, dirt, and other impurities from the skin.

It’s also free of sulfates, phthalates, parabens, and other harsh chemicals.

It deep cleans pores and removes all traces of makeup, leaving your skin feeling refreshed and radiant. Plus, it comes in a handy pump bottle that’s easy to use on the go.

You’ll love the way this facial cleanser makes your skin feel. It’s gentle enough for everyday use, but tough enough to remove all of your makeup and dirt.

Once the March gift is confirmed in early March, I’ll update this post with a direct link to the EXACT freebie.

March birthday freebie is available to all Ultamate Rewards Members, Platinum, and Diamond members.

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Ulta April Birthday Gift 2022

Sources on Reddit say that Ulta’s April birthday gift will be Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Adaptogens and Coconut Water. Mario Badescu’s Facial Spray is a hydrating blend of ingredients that will leave your skin feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

You can use this spray on its own or as part of your regular skincare routine. This facial spray is perfect for all skin types, and it’s especially beneficial for those who want to reduce the appearance of pores and wrinkles.

Once the April gift is confirmed in early April, I’ll update this post with a direct link to the EXACT freebie.

Need a great alternative to the Mario Badescu Facial Spray? You’ll love these similar products:

• Herbivore – Natural Rose Hibiscus Hydrating Face Mist
• Florence by Mills Zero Chill Face Mist

This birthday gift is available to all Ultamate Rewards Members, Platinum, and Diamond members.

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Ulta May Birthday Gift 2022

Sources on Reddit say that Ulta’s May birthday gift will be IT Cosmetics Superhero Elastic Stretch Volumizing & Lengthening Mascara.

This mascara is really good because it makes your lashes look fuller, longer, and more volumized.

It was developed with plastic surgeons and has exclusive Elastic Stretch Technology that helps to lengthen and volumize lashes.

IT Cosmetics Superhero Elastic Stretch Volumizing & Lengthening Mascara has a buildable formula that defines, curls, separates, lifts, and volumizes lashes. The Lash-Changing Power Brush also has a lash lift effect to help curl your lashes.

Once the May gift is confirmed in early May, I’ll update this post with a direct link to the EXACT freebie.

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Ulta June Birthday Gift 2022

Sources on Reddit say that Ulta’s June birthday gift will be Tula The Cult Classic Purifying Face Cleanser. TULA’s Face Cleanser is a refreshing probiotic gel cleanser that goes deep into pores to remove impurities without stripping or over-drying skin.

It’s hard to find a cleanser that is gentle enough for your skin but still removes impurities. Tula has the perfect solution with their cult classic purifying face cleanser.

This trial-sized cleanser gently exfoliates your skin, refreshes it, and helps maintain its balance with probiotic extracts. It also helps prep your skin for the next product and boosts its radiance. Plus, it doesn’t contain any live cultures so it’s safe for those with sensitive skin.

Tula’s gel-based formula will cleanse and refresh your skin without stripping or over-drying it. Plus, this product is made from all-natural ingredients AND it’s one of the August birthday gifts!

Tula The Cult Classic Purifying Face Cleanser is one of the best Ulta birthday gifts you can get this year. It’s a refreshing gel cleanser that goes deep into pores to remove impurities without stripping or over-drying skin.

Once the June gift is confirmed in early June, I’ll update this post with a direct link to the EXACT freebie.

Not your birthday this month or simply looking for an alternative to the Tula The Cult Classic Purifying Face Cleanser? Try these options:

• Vichy Pureté Thermale Face Cleanser
• La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo Face Cleanser

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This Ulta June birthday gift is available to all Ultamate Rewards Members, Platinum, and Diamond members.

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Ulta July Birthday Gift 2022

Sources on Reddit say that Ulta’s July birthday gift will be Lancôme Lash Idôle Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara. It will give you an instant lash lift, length, and volume without clumps.

It’s hard to find a good mascara that volumizes and lifts lashes without clumps. Most mascaras are either too heavy and weigh down lashes, or they don’t add enough volume.

And forget about finding a mascara that lifts and fans out lashes without clumps! Lash Idôle is the perfect solution. This Lancôme mascara targets every lash for instant lift, length, and fanned out volume.

The curved wand pushes up & fans out lashes for an open eye effect lasting up to 24H, while the 360 micro-bristles grab every lash from root to tip (no matter the length) for longer eyelashes without the clumps.

Once the July gift is confirmed in early July, I’ll update this post with a direct link to the EXACT freebie.

Here are a few alternatives to the Lancôme Lash Idôle:

• Maybelline Lash Sensational Washable Mascara
• Maybelline Volum’ Express The Colossal Washable Mascara

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This 2022 July Ulta birthday gifts are available to all Ultamate Rewards Members, Platinum, and Diamond members.

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Ulta August Birthday Gift 2022

Sources on Reddit say that Ulta’s August birthday gift will be Estée Lauder Mini Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex Serum. This serum is a must-have beauty product.

This skincare product contains exclusive CHRONOLUX Power Signal Technology that helps increase skin’s natural ability to repair itself and keep it looking young, radiant and healthy.

It also has Hyaluronic Acid at a high level to create the perfect environment for skin’s natural repair process. The serum will help reduce signs of aging caused by environmental assaults such as pollution, ozone, blue light, infrared and micro dust.

It will also protect against free radical damage from these sources so you can enjoy younger looking skin longer! Many thanks to Ulta for giving us the opportunity to enjoy this free birthday gift.

In just three weeks, the serum has been shown to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles (source). Additionally, the serum helps to hydrate and revitalize skin, giving it a youthful look. The serum is oil-free and will not cause breakouts or clog pores.

Once the August gift is confirmed in early August, I’ll update this post with a direct link to the EXACT freebie.

Not your birthday month or looking for a great alternative to the Estée Lauder Multi-Recovery Complex Serum? You’ll love these alternatives:

• COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion
• MISSHA Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence RX

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This 2022 August Ulta gift is available to all Ultamate Rewards Members, Platinum, and Diamond members.

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Ulta September Birthday Gift 2022

Sources on Reddit say that Ulta’s September birthday gift will be Drybar Prep Rally Prime & Prep Detangler. This product protects hair from heat and preps hair for optimal performance of styling products, so you can have the perfect style without any fuss.

As this month’s Ulta birthday gift, it comes in a vegan and cruelty-free formula with a delicious Noir scent, and it’s great for all hair types!

You can use the Drybar detangler before blow-drying, flat ironing, or curling your hair – it’ll help keep your style looking good all day long. It also contains biotin, which helps protect hair against dryness and increases strength/elasticity deep into the fiber of the hair, preventing breakage.

Once the September gift is confirmed in early September, I’ll update this post with a direct link to the EXACT freebie.

Not your birthday month or looking for a great alternative to the Drybar Prep Rally Prime & Prep Detangler? You’ll love these alternatives:

• Olaplex No 6 Bond Smoother
• Alterna Caviar Anti-Aging Replenishing Moisture Shampoo

Last update on 2022-01-23 at 23:01 / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API

This 2022 September Ulta gift is available to all Ultamate Rewards Members, Platinum, and Diamond members.

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Ulta October Birthday Gift 2022

Sources on Reddit say that Ulta’s October birthday gift will be OLAPLEX No.3 Hair Perfector. This concentrated treatment strengthens the hair from within, reducing breakage and improving its look and feel.

It will restore your hair’s healthy appearance and texture by repairing damage and protecting hair structure. Olaplex is formulated without nuts, parabens, phosphates, phthalates, sulfates, gluten, DEA, aldehydes or formaldehyde.

This is not a conditioner. It’s an at-home treatment that will make your hair stronger and healthier. And it works on all types of hair.

I actually use a trio of the OLAPLEX hair products. My trio includes the No.3, No.4, and No.5. Since using this set my hair has improved in strength and texture and my breakage has significantly reduced.

Once the October gift is confirmed in early October, I’ll update this post with a direct link to the EXACT freebie.

Need an alternative to the OLAPLEX No.3 Hair Perfector? Try these products:

• Daily Dose Miracle Moisture Spray Leave-In Hair Conditioner Detangler
• Rusk Puremix Native Fig Replenishing 3-in-1 Leave-In

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This Ulta October birthday gift is available to all Ultamate Rewards Members, Platinum, and Diamond members.

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Ulta November Birthday Gift 2022

Sources on Reddit say that Ulta’s November birthday gift will be Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator Moisturizer. Clinique Moisture Surge is an addictively refreshing gel-cream enhanced to give your skin the power to rehydrate itself.

This product is a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer that provides 100 hours of hydration. It uses auto-replenishing technology to help create an internal water source for the skin.

This helps to continually rehydrate the skin so it stays healthy and glowing. The Clinique Moisture Surge formula also locks in moisture by creating a “moisture reservoir” for ideal hydration that lasts for 100 hours!

With this moisturizer, you can experience all of its benefits with or without makeup on. You’ll notice less dryness, more elasticity, and fewer breakouts.

Plus it’s fragrance-free which means no added fragrances to irritate sensitive skin! Once the November gift is confirmed in early November, I’ll update this post with a direct link to the EXACT freebie.

Need an alternative to the Clinique Moisture Surge? Try these similar products:

• Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Water Face Gel Moisturizer
• Estee Lauder Resilience Multi-Effect Night Creme

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This 2022 November Ulta birthday gift is available to all Ultamate Rewards Members, Platinum, and Diamond members.

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Ulta December Birthday Gift 2022

Sources on Reddit say that Ulta’s December birthday gift will be BeautyBio Bright Eyes Colloidal Silver Eye Gels. It’s a cooling eye gel that instantly de-puffs, brightens and fills in the appearance of fine lines.

We all know the feeling – eyes so puffy and swollen you can barely keep them open.

But with the Bright Eyes Colloidal Silver Eye Gels, you can reduce the appearance of puffiness, fine lines, dark circles and wrinkles in just 10 minutes. And not to mention that it’s free for December birthday babies!

The key ingredients are pure colloidal silver and collagen which encourages skin rejuvenation to give the look of 10 hours of rest after just 10 minutes of application.

Once the December gift is confirmed in early December, I’ll update this post with a direct link to the EXACT freebie.

Need an alternative to the BeautyBio Silver Eye Gels? Try these similar products:

• Mizon 24K Under Eye Collagen Eye Mask
• Ocim Hydrogel Eye Patch

Last update on 2022-01-23 at 23:51 / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API

This gift is available to all Ultamate Rewards Members, Platinum, and Diamond members.

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2022 vs 2021 Ulta Beauty Birthday Freebies

Want to see how well this year’s birthday gifts stack up against the 2020 goodies? Watch this space! ;)

Be sure to bookmark this page to see every month Ultamate Rewards birthday gifts as they are released. Check out the 2022 Sephora birthday gifts for all the free goodies from Sephora this year. Find it here.

How to Become an Ultamate Rewards Member

Anyone can signup to become an Ultamate Member. It is free to join and only requires s few personal information and your birthday. To get the Platinum tier status, you’ll have to spend $500 in a calendar year (January 1st – December 31st).

And to become a Diamond member, you’ll have to spend $1,200 in a calendar year. That’s a huge chunk of money if we’re keeping it real. But a girl has needs.

If you shop almost exclusively at Ulta Beauty, getting to the Platinum status might be a walk in the park for a makeup fanatic or professional makeup artist.

Not an Ultamate member yet? Scoop the benefits of the 2022 Ulta Beauty Ultamate Rewards tiers below and join for free here.

It is also worth noting that all tier status accrue points per dollar spent at Ulta, you get a free birthday gift, and get 2x points in your birthday month. Platinum and Diamond members also get an Ulta $10 birthday coupon to spend during their birthday.

The main difference between the Ulta and Sephora freebies is that your Ulta Beauty goodie must be claimed in-store (you can now claim certain Ulta birthday gifts online!). Sephora freebies can be claimed online with a purchase.

How to Get your 2022 Ulta Birthday Gift

To get your birthday gift, you must sign up to become an Ultimate Member and provide your birthday (day & month) in this section. During the month of your birthday and sometimes the morning of your birthday, you will receive an email from Ulta containing a barcode to claim your gift.

To Claim your Birthday Gift Online:

This year, Ulta gifts can now be claimed online unlike in years past. Here’s how to claim your birthday gift:

1. Visit the birthday gift product page here and here.
2. Add the gift to your basket. The retail will show in your basket.
3. Once your coupon is applied to your shopping cart, your gift will turn free.

NOTE: Failure to apply the coupon code will result in a charge of the retail value.

To Claim your Birthday Gift In-store:

1. Go to an Ulta Beauty store and provide your loyalty card to the sales associate at the checkout counter. Or provide your phone number to assist them in looking up your account.
2. Let the associate know that you’re there to claim your 2022 Ulta gifts.

Your gift does not have to be claimed on your birthday. The email containing your birthday coupon will provide the barcode and expiration date.

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