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IPSY Points 101: How to Earn & Redeem Your Points

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Published on Oct 22, 2025 • 3 min read
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Points are one of the best little perks in your IPSY membership. Whether you’re collecting IPSY points for rewards, freebies, or bonus beauty must-haves, they give you a reason to explore, share, and try new things. The best part? Everyone in IPSY Original, IPSY Extra, and IPSY Ultimate gets access. Keep scrolling to find the full rundown: how to rack up IPSY points, what you can redeem them for, when they expire, and how to make sure you never lose out on something you love.

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What Are IPSY Points?

IPSY points are rewards you earn just for being an active member. Think of them as bonus currency that you can exchange for free beauty products. Every action you take—reviewing, sharing, referring—earns points that stack toward rewards. For even more on points, check out our IPSY Care guide.

How Do I Earn IPSY Points?

There are several ways to rack up points:

  • Review Products: Every time you review a product in your bag or box, you earn 15 points (and help improve your future personalization).

  • Follow Us on Social: Head to the points page of your account, and you’ll see our social platforms—Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube—that you can follow for 10 points each. More beauty content you love, plus more points!

Pro tip! Reviewing products regularly is the fastest way to keep your balance growing.

How Do I Redeem My IPSY Points?

Redeeming points is simple:

  1. Log in to your IPSY account.

  2. Head to the points page (more on that above). 

  3. Click into the “redeem” section.

  4. Browse the lineup of reward products.

  5. Choose what you want and redeem!

Your reward will ship free with your next bag or box.

How Many Points Do I Need?

Rewards vary, but typically you’ll find options starting at lower point amounts (like 600) all the way up to higher thresholds (like 1800+). The lineup is always changing, so check often for new products to drop.

When Will My Reward Ship?

Your redeemed item will ship with your next IPSY bag or box—so expect it alongside your upcoming delivery. If you redeem after your current bag or box has already shipped, your reward will be included in the following one.

Do IPSY Points Expire?

Yes—points do expire. Generally, they remain valid for 12 months after you earn them. To avoid losing out, keep an eye on your balance and redeem regularly.

What Happens If I Cancel or Pause My Membership?

  • Canceling: We'll save your points for up to 12 months when your account is fully canceled. Also, please keep in mind that you must be an active member in order to redeem your points.

  • Pausing: Points remain in your account while paused (remember that all points expire one year from the date they were first earned), but you’ll need to reactivate to redeem them.

What If My Reward Is Out of Stock?

Inventory is limited, and rewards can sell out quickly. If an item you redeemed becomes unavailable, we’ll notify you and either replace it with a comparable product or refund your points.

Tips to Maximize Your Points

  • Review every product you receive (it only takes a few seconds).

  • Check the points rewards section often—new items drop regularly.

  • Redeem strategically: Save for higher-value rewards or grab something small to keep your balance from expiring.

Examples of Rewards

Wondering what you can score with points? Think deluxe skincare minis, trending lipsticks, cult-fave hair care, and sometimes even full-size products. Rewards rotate frequently, so there’s always something new to discover.

Final Thoughts

IPSY points are one of the easiest ways to squeeze even more value out of your membership. By reviewing and staying active, you’ll always have points piling up—and rewards waiting to be claimed. So don’t let them sit unused: log in, redeem, and treat yourself.

Not a member yet? Get started by taking the Beauty Quiz now, then start reviewing products to earn and spend your points!

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