Sarah's Favorites Set: What's Inside and Who It Suits
By MERIT Clean Beauty & Minimalist Makeup | Published: 2026-11-01
Category: Buying Guides
A practical buying guide to Sarah's Favorites from MERIT: what the curated set is, how to judge whether a favorites set is worth it, and who should skip it.
Quick answer
Buy Sarah's Favorites if you want a single curated set of MERIT everyday favorites chosen by Sarah and prefer letting the brand edit for you. Skip it if you already own most MERIT staples or need to know every exact item before buying.
What a curated favorites set actually solves
A favorites set is an editing decision, not a sampler. You are paying for someone else's shortlist of products that work together for everyday wear, which saves you from assembling a routine piece by piece. The trade-off is control: the set reflects Sarah's picks, not a build-your-own selection.
That matters most for shoppers new to MERIT or buying as a gift. If you already have strong opinions about shades, finishes, or categories, a curated set can duplicate what is on your shelf.
The information gap you should plan around
The supplied catalog describes Sarah's Favorites as a curated mix of MERIT favorites selected by Sarah, but it does not list every individual item, shade, or size. Treat that as a real limitation rather than a detail to guess at. Before buying, check the current product page for the item list, or choose a set whose contents are spelled out if you need certainty.
This is also the honest answer to whether a favorites set is worth it: it is worth it when you value the curation and can accept some unknowns, and it is not worth it when you need full control over every product.
Price framing without overclaiming
The catalog lists Sarah's Favorites at USD 110.25 against a comparison price of USD 175.00. A comparison price is a reference point, not proof that the set beats buying items separately, because the item list is not supplied here. Use it as a starting signal and confirm the current contents and pricing before you commit.
Decision rules for buying Sarah's Favorites
- If you are new to MERIT: Choose the set when you want a guided starting point and are comfortable checking the current item list on the product page before ordering. Confirm the item list first if you need to avoid duplicates.
- If you already own many MERIT products: Compare the current set contents against your collection before buying; a curated set is less useful when it repeats what you already use.
- If it is a gift: Pick Sarah's Favorites only when the recipient likes minimalist everyday makeup and you can verify the contents match their preferences. Ask about shade and category preferences before gifting a set.
- If you need exact contents: Do not buy on the strength of the set name alone; the supplied catalog does not list every item, so verify the full contents or choose a set with a fully listed lineup.
Product facts
- Sarah's Favorites: Sarah's Favorites is a curated MERIT set of products selected by Sarah from the brand's clean beauty and minimalist makeup line. You are buying Sarah's shortlist rather than a custom routine, so the set suits shoppers who want the editing done for them.
Sarah's Favorites
Who Sarah's Favorites is for
Best for
- Shoppers who want a curated, minimalist everyday makeup set chosen by Sarah
- Gift buyers who know the recipient prefers a simple, edited routine
Not for
- Shoppers who already own most MERIT favorites and risk duplicates
- Buyers who need every item and shade confirmed before purchasing
