Black Friday beauty deals are already in full swing - these are the buys actually worth snapping up now

Black Friday is just a few days away, but we've already spotted unmissable savings on beauty must-haves that are worth buying right now...

Collage of best Black Friday beauty deals (L-R) Color Wow Dream Coat, ghd Platinum+ and YSL Beauty Libre Eau de Parfum, on a pink watercolour background
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Deals last checked on 25/11/2024 - We will continue to do so regularly to ensure that all of the products below are still in stock, still discounted and, most importantly, are the very best deals around at the moment.

Black Friday may still be a few days away in the calendar, but this year deals have arrived earlier than ever. We've already spotted some amazing discounts on high street and luxury beauty editor-approved buys that are worth adding to your basket right now - with savings of up to 73%...

The week of Black Friday is officially here, so it comes as no surprise that retailers like Look Fantastic, Amazon and Sephora have already kickstarted their Black Friday discounts. Boasting savings of up to 73% off top-shelf beauty products, you can already nab some stellar ghd deals and can't-miss discounts on the best Charlotte Tilbury products. As a team of self-declared savvy shoppers, this is music to our ears as we pride ourselves on being top bargain hunters with the ability to spot great money-saving deals on some of the best beauty gems currently available on the market.

So, naturally, we’ve made it our mission to seek out the crème de la crème of discounts for you to get your hands on. Think slashed price tags on best-selling luxury hair tools and reductions on trending brands - plus impressive savings on some of the woman&home beauty team’s very own go-to products, including the L'Oréal Paris True Match Foundation and Kérastase's Elixir Ultime hair oil. With just a few days to go until the official shopping weekend kicks off, on Friday 29th November 2024, we’re only expecting these deals to get better and better, so we'll be sure to keep you updated with the savings that are actually worth snapping up...

Where to find the best Black Friday beauty deals

An array of retailers have already kickstarted their Black Friday sales, offering up to 73% off must-have beauty buys. So, we've rounded up the best places for you to shop a bargain...

The Black Friday beauty deals that are actually worth buying

Forget having to endlessly scroll in order to scout out a great beauty deal, we've done the hard work for you and rounded up our top eight discounted buys that our beauty team are adding to their virtual basket right now - including editor-approve picks from the likes of ghd, YSL and La Roche Posay.

CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser
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CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser: was £29.50 now £20.65 at Amazon

For such a cult product, this cleanser is already really affordably-priced - but not only do you get more for your money in this hefty 1L bottle, the 30% discount makes this the perfect time to buy. A product that I use at least once a day, I always make sure to stock up on this supersize offering whenever it has any sort of discount - and I nag my friends to do the same too.

La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Serum
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La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Serum: was £48 now £33.60 at Face the Future

I never thought I had hyperpigmentation until I used this serum. One that I could wax lyrical about all day, it cleared up even subtle dark patches on my face, revitalised my skin health (no more breakouts!) and gave me an overall glow that left multiple people convinced I was wearing makeup. It's not the most affordable of serums (though definitely not the most expensive either), but it's one I was genuinely devasted to finish - so the 30% discount means I can finally stop trying to swipe my sister's bottle...

ESPA Aventurine Jade Eye Contour Massage Tool
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ESPA Aventurine Jade Eye Contour Massage Tool: was £40 now £24 at LOOKFANTASTIC UK

I am constantly plagued by facial tension, so am always trying out different tools to really get into my muscles - and the contours on this made it a game-changer. Designed to ease inflammation around the eyes (which it definitely does), this jade tool soothes and depuffs. But it's also the perfect shape and size to take on-the-go if you ever need a tension reliever - great for easing headaches too!

L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Filler [+Hyaluronic Acid] Serum
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L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Filler [+Hyaluronic Acid] Serum: was £31.99 now £11.79 at Amazon

Formulated with 1.5% hyaluronic acid, this serum from L'Oréal offers a hit of hydration to both the complexion and deeper within under the skin's surface, while also smoothing and re-plumping any fine lines. Plus, it currently has a huge 63% discount so if you're thinking of snapping it up, now is the best time.

Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray
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Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray: was £27 now £19.95 at Sephora UK

If you haven't tried the editor-approved COLOR WOW's viral anti-humidity Dream Coat spray yet, now's the time to get your hands on it whilst it has 26% off. Weatherproofing your locks, this spray eliminates frizz and staticity with its moisture-repelling "invisible cloak", whilst leaving your strands silky smooth. 

ghd Platinum+ Hair Straightener
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ghd Platinum+ Hair Straightener: was £239 now £179.25 at Amazon

Achieving 4 stars in our ghd Platinum+ hair straightener review, you can now get 25% off the popular styler - saving you nearly £60. Equipped an innovative ultra-zone™ technology that predicts the personalised styling needs of your hair for you, this shine-enhancing tool can create a number of hairstyles, from sleek and straight to loose waves.

YSL Beauty Libre Eau de Parfum 50ml
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YSL Beauty Libre Eau de Parfum 50ml: was £97 now £72.75 at LOOKFANTASTIC UK

You can currently nab a 50ml bottle of the iconic YSL Libre Eau de Parfum for less than £73, while it has 25% off. This scented pick is one of Digital Beauty Writer, Naomi Jamieson's, go-to fragrances all year round, she says: "YSL Libre is one of those scents that always makes me do a double-take every time I smell it. It's sweet, with opening notes of tangerine and neroli, which then give way to this calming lavender, orange blossom and white musk base. There's also a layer of vanilla that comes through, transforming this scent from sunny to a warm and cosy signature."

Urban Decay 24/7 Moondust Eyeshadow Compact in 'Space Cowboy
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Urban Decay 24/7 Moondust Eyeshadow Compact in 'Space Cowboy: was £17 now £11.90 at LOOKFANTASTIC UK

Add a subtle touch of sparkle to your eyes this party season with Urban Decay's Moondust Eyeshadow in the cult classic shade 'Space Cowboy' - Digital Beauty Writer, Sennen Prickett's pick. This ultra-fine, caffeine-infused formula offers a subtle shimmer that lasts all day (and night) long. Plus, it now has 30% off in the early Black Friday sales!

When do Black Friday beauty deals start?

Although Black Friday technically starts on the 29th November 2024, like previous years, we've found retailers already offering pre-Black Friday deals, such as Argos, Sephora and Look Fantastic all boasting huge discounts on popular beauty buys - including £100 saving on Dyson's Corrale Cordless Hair Straightener. More retailers such as Space NK, Charlotte Tilbury, and Cult Beauty typically begin their Black Friday deals closer towards the annual shopping event, but we'll be sure to keep you updated as for the exact date.

Are Black Friday beauty deals better than Cyber Monday?

Collectively, throughout our years of Black Friday bargain-hunting experience, we've found most Black Friday beauty deals to be at the same reduced price during Cyber Monday. However, we noticed that many of the particularly popular beauty favourites have sold out quickly during Black Friday, so haven't always made an appearance in the Cyber Monday sales.

Are Black Friday beauty deals better than Boxing Day?

Many choose to shop the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales in the run-up to Christmas, in order to make the most of discounts on some of the best Christmas gifts for her or the best Christmas gifts for mum. Although, there are also plenty of other sales post-Black Friday that boast opportunities to bag a good deal - for example, the Boxing Day sales and Cyber Monday deals can be as good as Black Friday.

However, it is worth noting that it can be a slightly trickier task to find discounts on particularly coveted items, such as luxe hair tools and products with viral status, once the Black Friday shopping weekend is over. While we can't predict exactly what is going to be featured in each of the upcoming sales, we think the best time to snap up a real bargain (or to buy your Christmas gifts) is Cyber weekend, as retailers are likely to offer more generous discounts during the countdown to Christmas. Plus, you won't need to worry about early morning queues on Boxing Day - it's a win, win.

What Black Friday beauty deals can I expect?

Last year's Black Friday beauty deals exceeded our expectations, so if this year follows suit you can expect rare discounts on the likes of the cult classic Dyson Airwrap (which sported an £80 discount in 2023), plus many Black Friday perfume deals. Our standout fragrance deals from last year included an impressive £85 discount on our beauty editor's favourite fragrance, Baccarat Rouge and 20% off the best Chanel perfumes.

As for the best makeup and skincare deals, Glossier's Black Friday sale last year included 25% off everything across their site, which made it the perfect opportunity for purchasing beauty stocking fillers. We also saw similar discounts of 30% off at Charlotte Tilbury and Tarte, while Liz Earle sported a standout 51% off. So, it might be a good idea to start your wish list now and keep your eyes peeled for official announcements from each retailer...

What beauty brands have Black Friday sales?

You'll be pleased to know that almost all top beauty brands run Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions, although some definitely offer deeper price discounts than others. There are a host of brands, such as Glossier, that rarely offer discounts throughout the rest of the calendar year, however, Black Friday is one of the few times of year to pick up your staple Glossier You perfume or Milky Jelly Cleanser at a reduced price. In previous years, we've also seen great savings at Charlotte Tilbury and Tarte, as well as sizeable promotions across an array of brands on retailers such as Amazon, Cult Beauty and Space NK.

Aleesha Badkar
Digital Beauty Editor, woman&home

Aleesha is Digital Beauty Editor at woman&home, where she gets to share her expertise into all the best techniques, sharpest tools and newest products—with a particular savvy in skincare and fragrance.

Previously, she was Deputy Editor and Beauty & Fashion Editor for My Imperfect Life, where she headed up the beauty, fashion and eCommerce pages. In the past, she has worked as Shopping Writer at woman&home, gained an AOP awards nomination after working on their news team, contributed to Women's Health, Stylist and Goodto and earned an MA in Magazine Journalism from City, University of London.

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