10 Shopping Expert-Approved Amazon Early Black Friday Deals Under $25

PSA: You don’t have to wait until November 28 to score Black Friday deals. 

Amazon kicked off its Black Friday sale ahead of schedule this year, which means there are plenty of steep discounts to snap up before your Thanksgiving turkey hits the table. As an expert Amazon shopper, it’s hard for me to pass up a good deal — but I’m shopping Black Friday on a budget this year. That’s why I rounded up the very best markdowns under $25, which include popular picks from Apple, Ugg, Owala, and Boy Smells. Get a jump on your Black Friday shopping to beat the rush now.

Writer-Loved Early Black Friday Deals at Amazon

• 65% Off: Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream, $12 (orig. $33)
• Holiday Gift Pick : Ugg Cozy Chenille Socks, $20 (orig. $30)
• Oprah-Approved: Bagsmart Travel Toiletry Bag, $23 (orig. $28)
• Under-$5 Favorite: Essence The Super Peptide Glossy Lip Treatment, $4 (orig. $5)
• Comfy Lounge Gear: Hanes Ecosmart Fleece Sweatshirt, $7–$21 (orig. $8–$31)
• Snow Day Essential: Bedsure Gentlesoft Teddy Fleece Throw Blanket, $18–$22 (orig. $26–$28)
• Treat Yourself: Dearfoams Hannah Knit Clog Slippers, $22–$32 (orig. $24–$45)
• On-the-Go Hydration: Owala FreeSip Twist Insulated Water Bottle, $20 (orig. $27)
• Luxe Find: Boy Smells So Vanilla Scented Candle, $22 (orig. $48)
• Must-See Apple Deal: Apple AirTag, $18 (orig. $29)

Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream

More than 30,000 Amazon shoppers just bought this Medicube moisturizer — and I can confirm that it’s worth the hype. I’m obsessed with this jelly face cream. It glides on so smoothly and leaves my skin feeling hydrated, soft, and supple; I’ve even noticed some hyperpigmentation fading away. Plus, its gel formula is cool to the touch, which I find especially refreshing when I want to de-puff in the morning. 

Ugg Cozy Chenille Socks

Treat a loved one (or yourself!) to a little luxury this holiday season without spending a ton. These $20 Ugg slipper socks are made from a super soft and cozy material that “keep your feet toasty and stylish,” in one reviewer’s words. Another perk? They’re the right size to slip into a stocking, and the right price for an under-$25 white elephant gift exchange (hint hint). 

Bagsmart Travel Toiletry Bag

Oprah included this handy toiletry bag in her most recent list of Favorite Things, and it’s easy to see why. It’s a clever, compact travel case that can carry all of your toiletries on the go — and keep them upright in the process. The bag has two main compartments for bottles, plus a side pocketed side panel to stow smaller cosmetics, makeup brushes, a toothbrush, and any other essentials. 

Essence The Super Peptide Glossy Lip Treatment

I’ve tried some of the most luxe and expensive lip balms out there, but none of them compare to this $4 find. This lip balm has a rich formula that’s super hydrating without a sticky texture. It lasts for hours, never gets grainy, and leaves my lips feeling ultra-soft. I like to wear it solo or layer it over top of a lipstick for a glossy finish.

I’m taking advantage of Amazon’s early Black Friday deals that are already marked down ahead of the big day. Shop these picks while they’re all under $25, and check back at PEOPLE Shopping throughout the week to see the best cyber weekend deals according to our expert writers and editors.

Hanes Ecosmart Fleece Sweatshirt

Bedsure Gentlesoft Teddy Fleece Throw Blanket

Dearfoams Hannah Knit Clog Slippers

Owala FreeSip Twist Insulated Water Bottle

Boy Smells So Vanilla Scented Candle

Apple AirTag