My $331 Costco Haul: Korean Beauty Clearance

So I went to Costco for a few basic staples, and somehow, I walked out spending $331.83. That is actually really low for me, and I am proud of myself this time.

I only got 21 items, most of them are weekly essentials my family actually needs, but I did go a little crazy on Korean beauty skincare that was on clearance. And I have zero regrets. Let me show you everything I got.

Clothing and Home Goods

First, I got a pack of no-show Puma socks for $14.99, which works out to about $1.50 a pair. I literally live in these and wear them almost every single day because they’re so comfortable.

The only downside is that after a while, they do start to loosen up a bit, so I usually end up replacing them. But honestly, for this price, it’s totally worth it. If you haven’t tried these yet, add them to your cart next time you’re at Costco. They’re perfect for summer. 

I also picked up a Woozoo fan for $26.99, and it was on sale, so I saved $10. If you watched my last Costco haul, you probably saw that I originally bought one for my daughter to take to her college dorm this fall.

But then I tried it out for myself and instantly understood the hype. It’s surprisingly powerful for such a small fan, super quiet, and I love that it comes with a remote control. I ended up liking it so much that I had to go back and get one for myself.

Honestly, it’s one of the best Costco finds I’ve bought in a long time. If you’re looking for a desk fan or something compact for summer, this one is 100% worth grabbing. 

Pantry & Food 

Kewpie Sesame Dressing is $5.29, and I saved $2.70 because it was on sale. For the size of this bottle, that is such a great deal. I use it as a salad dressing, but I recently tried tossing it with noodles, peas, and hard-boiled eggs and it was delicious.

I haven’t tried it as a marinade yet but that is next on my list. If you’ve never had Kewpie sesame dressing, you are missing out.

I got a quart of half and half for $2.29. This is honestly one of the best deals at Costco. I have priced this out at local grocery stores, and it is so much more expensive there. I use half and half in my coffee every morning, so I always buy one whenever I make a Costco run. 

I got a pack of Wagyu Ground Beef. It’s $19.99 for 3 lbs. So I’ve always wondered if this is actually wagyu beef or just a marketing label? I’m honestly not sure.

But either way, I always like to keep ground beef in my freezer for last-minute spaghetti bolognese or chili, so I got a pack since I never want to run out of ground beef. 

This one I am so happy about, I got Prawn hacao for $10.99, and it was on sale so I saved $4.50. My entire family is obsessed with this. It has become our go-to and we actually love it more than the dumplings and the potstickers.

Since it was on sale, I had to stock up. If you have a family and you haven’t tried the prawn hacao at Costco, please do yourself a favor and get a pack to try.

I got a case of Chobani yogurt. It’s $17.99 for a case of 20 cups. My whole family eats yogurt every day, so I am always buying this.

At Costco, it works out to about 89 cents a cup. Most grocery stores charge over a dollar each. So I have no choice but to only buy Chobani at Costco.

I got a case of Vintage Seltzer for $8.99. Since I drink seltzer every day, I always buy a case at Costco because I never want to run out. This is a non-negotiable purchase for me. 

Produce

I got a tub of Blueberries for $9.99. I eat blueberries every day with my yogurt, so I cannot leave Costco without them.

I normally prefer to buy organic, but the organic ones had some mold on them, so I went with the regular blueberries this time. Not ideal, but I wasn’t leaving without my blueberries.

I got a bag of Fuji apples. It’s $5.49 for 4 lbs. Fuji is my favorite type of apple, and Costco doesn’t always carry them, so when I saw them, I had to buy a bag.

One of my favorite things to do with them is roast them with beets. It sounds a little unexpected, but it is so good. I highly recommend trying it.

Caesar salad is $8.99 a bag, and I got two bags. I buy caesar salad every time I go to Costco. My husband and I eat it every day, so I never want to run out of it.

I got a bag of avocados for $5.99. Is it just me, or have you noticed that avocado prices have gone down a lot lately? I am definitely not complaining. I love avocado with my salad so I got a bag while the price was good.

I got a bunch of bananas for $1.99. I buy bananas every time I go to Costco, since I add them to my daily smoothies.

Now, I’ll be honest, Costco bananas stress me out a little because sometimes they just never ripen properly. But even when that happens, they still work fine in smoothies, and the price is unbeatable. So I keep buying them. 

Korean Beauty Skincare

I had to buy Nature Republic Ginseng Face Cream since it was on clearance. I actually picked up four jars at $23.97 each, and yes, I have a good reason.

This is a popular Korean beauty brand, and the last time I was at Costco, I got one on a whim without expecting much. But I’ve been using it every single day since then, and now I’m completely hooked.

My skin feels incredibly soft, and I’m honestly obsessed with how it feels. The regular price is close to $50, so when I spotted it on clearance for just $23.97, there was no way I was leaving without stocking up.

If you find a skincare product you love at Costco, you have to get extras before it gets discontinued. So, I had no choice but to buy four jars. 

I got this Biore UV Aqua Rich Face Moisturizer for $23.99. It was on sale, so I saved $6. This has become part of my morning routine, and I love it. It has SPF 50, it goes on smooth and weightless, and it has this light citrus scent that just makes me happy in the morning.

If you’re looking for a daily SPF moisturizer, this is it. I will 100% be buying this again.

And one more skincare and beauty find: the Purlisse BB Cream 2-pack for $28.99. That breaks down to just $14.50 per tube, which is such a good deal.

I picked this up last time and loved it. The shade blended really nicely with my skin tone, it gives that light, natural coverage, feels super lightweight, and has SPF 40, which I’m always looking for in everyday products.

And the price? Kind of shocking. I checked on Amazon and found one tube selling for around $39, so getting two at Costco for $28.99 is a steal. That’s a huge savings compared to buying them individually.

I still had some at home, but I got another pack anyway because if you shop at Costco, you know the fear of finding something you love and then never seeing it again because it’s been discontinued.

Household Essentials

I got a case of Kleenex tissues for $16.49. It was on sale, so I saved $5. We go through a lot of tissues at our house.

Allergy season is brutal for us, and my teenage daughter somehow also uses an extraordinary amount of tissues. We always need them, so I stocked up while the price was good.

And that is everything from today’s Costco haul! 21 items, a lot of great deals and a few staples I always come back for.

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