If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the past five years of obsessively testing beauty products and stalking shopping events, it’s this: Black Friday is not for the faint of heart — or the unprepared.
From glossy lipsticks to cult-favorite serums, the deals out there can make your wallet tremble, your cart overflow, and your beauty ambitions soar. As someone who has spent more hours than I care to admit navigating Sephora’s ever-shifting sale racks, hunting Amazon’s hidden markdowns and elbowing my way through Ulta Beauty’s irresistible bundle offers, I can confidently say: I’ve cracked the code on scoring the best Black Friday beauty steals.
Let’s be real: finding a genuinely good deal in the chaos of Black Friday (which kicked off on Friday, Nov. 28, BTW) is like trying to swatch every shade of foundation in one trip without smudging your hand. That’s where my experience comes in. I’ve been testing, reviewing and reporting on everything from serums that promise miracles to mascaras that actually lengthen, all while keeping a sharp eye on major shopping events.
My goal? To save you the headache of trial and error, so you can stock up on your beauty favorites (or finally try that glow-up product that’s been whispering your name) without regretting it later.
This guide is your backstage pass to the beauty world’s wildest sales. Here, I cover the top retailers that consistently deliver jaw-dropping deals — Amazon, Sephora and Ulta Beauty and the like — and break down which items are actually worth your attention versus the ones that only look like a bargain.
Think of me as your beauty BFF with a calculator in one hand and a highlighter in the other, ready to highlight the deals that will truly transform your routine.
Product Spotlight
OneSkin has mastered the science of skin longevity, but their dazzling Black Friday deal won’t last forever! Formulated with the advanced OS-01 Peptide™, their products are uniquely designed to support younger-acting skin from head to toe. Our top picks are the Head-to-Toe Trio bundle for a peptide-packed full body routine or the Ultimate Dream Team holiday kit for the travel version of this routine, paired with silk sleep accessories by Slip. But don’t sleep on the chance to shop OneSkin’s best sale ever and save up to 30% sitewide.
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Amazon, as you can imagine, has thousands of Black Friday deals on its website. Right now, we’re truly obsessed with the Shark FlexStyle we reviewed — and now, it’s 35% off.
Sephora has always been a smorgasboard of skincare, self-care staples and sweep-it-on glam, and Black Friday is simply a celebration of beauty markdowns galore. One of our favorites? The Dr. Jart+ Cooling Mask Treats Gift Set that’s a $42 value, but all yours for $29. Did someone say stocking stuffers?
Ulta Beauty’s Black Friday sale is here and fabulous, and it’s a beauty lover’s treat. If you want to tap one of the retailer’s best deals is on the Lancôme Holiday Beauty Box 10-Piece Gift Set that we *highly* recommend buying.
Product Spotlight
Incredible news for your skin (and your wallet). Right now, ELEMIS products are 30% off on their Amazon store for Black Friday.
You truly can’t go wrong with any ELEMIS product, but we’ve got our eyes on the Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm. This cult-favorite, deservingly viral product transforms the first step of your skincare routine into a relaxing ritual with its three indulgent textures: melting from a rich balm, transforming into a luxurious oil, and finishing as a hydrating milk on contact with water. It effortlessly sweeps away makeup and pollutants, leaving skin nourished and radiant—a quality that has been both tested and highly praised here at the New York Post.
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Starting Nov. 21: This Black Friday, 111skin is offering 20% off sitewide, with no minimum spend required, alongside exclusive gifts with purchase. Notably, the brand’s Repair Serum NAC Y is an anti-aging fan-favorite.
Starting Nov. 26: Supersmile will be hosting deals up to 50% off — enough to make your dentist proud. Shop oral care sitewide, especially the zina45 Sonic Toothbrush that’s a brand best-seller.
Starting Nov. 18: Its not only Black Friday shopping season, but it’s also Bubble’s 5th Birthday Sale! To celebrate, enjoy 25% off sitewide. We recommend picking up the Silky Season 3-Step Hydrating Routine, most of all.
Starting Nov. 23: There’s beauty in fragrance, and there’s power in snagging luxury candles at 25% off for Black Friday. We’re all about NEST New York, and the gift of good scents is now offered within arm’s (or, should we say, nose’s) reach. The new wanderlust-worthy Voyages collection is also on sale, making the perfect gift for the beauty lover who’s also a jet-setter.
Starting Nov. 20: If you have curly hair, this Black Friday deal is for you. Score 30% off sitewide, 20% off body products and 20% off hot tools during the brand’s most exciting sale of the year. Hint, hint: grab The Pattern Blow Dryer that’s equally chic as it is top-performing for kinky hair.
Starting Nov. 20: Exclusively on Amazon, premium haircare brand Virtue is unveiling 30% off on everything except for gift sets. Our recommendation? Grab the Sulfate-Free Full Shampoo.
Starting Nov. 24: The buzzed-about haircare brand is buzzing down the price this Black Friday. Right now, enjoy 30% off the entire brand (yes, you read that correctly!). This promotion excludes sets and jumbos, but we’re all about the No. 0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment.
Starting Nov. 17: One of our favorite brands is hosting a Black Friday extravaganza for 30% off sitewide — and we’re here for it. You’ll also receive free shipping, even though this promotion doesn’t apply to sale items and sample boxes. We recommend adding the best-ever Goof Proof Brow Pencil to your cart.
Starting Nov. 24: We don’t have to tell you twice that we’re obsessed with amika (read our full review as proof), so when we say we’re excited that the entire brand is 30% off, we mean it. Our top product pick is the amika Blow Dryer Brush 2.0 that we use pretty much every day.
Starting Nov. 13: Let’s not forget about nail care deals. One of the best Black Friday offers of this month is from Olive & June, featuring 25% off sitewide with promo code SAVE25. The website is your oyster, though we recommend the Fave Reds Mani System.
Starting Nov. 30: The limited-time Black Friday sale from Malin+Goetz is happening now, with 20% off sitewide. We can’t stop applying the brand’s Mojito Lip Balm.
Starting Nov. 20: Hey now, hey now, this is what dreams are made of. If you’ve been wanting to stock up on the acclaimed Living Proof Dry Shampoo (or anything else), you’ll enjoy 25% off orders of $85 or more, and you’ll receive a *free* full-size of the dry shampoo. Amazing.
Starting Nov. 23: If you’re in need of a high-tech blow dryer, pick up one of the best I reported about: the L’Oreal AirLight Pro Hair Dryer. It’s $100 off on Amazon for a limited time.
Starting Nov. 27: If you have dry skin, this is the Black Friday sale to take full advantage of. At Beekman 1802, enjoy a whopping 40% off sitewide, and this includes select bundles receiving an additional 40% off discount as well. Plus, free shipping on everything. #Score.
Our pick? The Collagen Booster Electric Daisy & Peptide Firming Serum that’s oh-so-nourishing.
Starting Nov. 21: Black Friday at ALPYN has already begun, with 30% off sitewide. We’re jumping up and down (because our full ALPYN review proves that it’s one of our favorite brands), and we can’t recommend the Hydrating Cream Cleanser enough.
Starting Nov. 1: If you’ve been facial device-curious, this is the Black Friday deal for you. CurrentBody is offering up to 28% off high-ticket products ranging from $585 to $1,800. This is a steal, especially if you pick up the Face & Neck Kit. For more check out our review of the best LED face masks.
Starting Nov. 20: One of the best eye creams *ever* is on sale, and is especially great if you’re a lover of K-beauty. The belif Aqua Bomb Lifting Eye Gel is truly incredible, allowing your skin to feel smooth, rejuvenated and feeling its best. Now, it’s 30% off on Amazon.
Starting Nov. 20: Google’s No.1 searched-for electric toothbrush, SURI, is on its first-ever Black Friday sale. The SURI 2.0 will be 15% off, and the original 1.0 will be 30% off. Both feature recyclable, plant-based brush heads, a slim aluminum body with over a month of battery life and a travel case that uses UV-C light to keep things fresh and clean on the go.
Starting Nov. 20: Premium fragrance brand Maison Margiela Paris is pulling all the stops this Black Friday. Right now, enjoy 50% off select candles and diffusers, and up to 30% off select fragrances. Namely, the REPLICA By the Fireplace Candle is worth grabbing as a gift for your loved one (or yourself).
Starting Nov. 24: As one of the best brands we reviewed in full, Anastasia Beverly Hills is on its A-game for Black Friday, featuring 25% off brow products with promo code CYBERBROW. Obviously, we’re all about the Clear Brow Gel.
Starting Nov. 20: The best vitamin C serum brand we reviewed is TruSkin, and the brand is up to 45% off on Amazon for Black Friday. Namely, the Vitamin C Super Serum+ is worth grabbing.
If you’re on the hunt for budget-friendly beauty at an even more budget-friendly price point, you’ll be obsessed with Cetaphil’s Black Friday sale. Its Gentle Skin Cleanser has been purchased more than 40K times in the past month, and the entire brand is 20% off on Amazon.
Your Black Friday FAQs, answered by shopping experts
When is Black Friday 2025?
The biggest sale date of the year falls on Friday, November 28, 2025. Many brands and retailers started their sales early this year, so check out the best early deals, too.
Are Black Friday sales available online?
You can shop Black Friday in-store or from the comfort of your own home! Long gone are the days of waiting in the cold for stores to open and fighting the crowds to score the most popular gifts.
When is Cyber Monday 2025?
Kick off December with the online shopping sale of the year on Monday, December 1, 2025.
Which is better: Black Friday or Cyber Monday?
It depends! Black Friday shoppers may benefit from higher inventory on sell-out-risk items, while Cyber Monday may bring steeper discounts and incentives — depending on where you shop. We recommend making a strategic plan to maximize your savings without missing out on the items you want the most.
When is Travel Tuesday 2025?
Jet-setters rejoice: Travel Tuesday, with its great deals on flights, hotels, cruises, all-inclusives and more, will take place on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Is it worth it?
Absolutely! Black Friday and Cyber Monday bring some of the biggest sales of the year on big ticket tech items such as AirPods, popular gifts like the Dyson Airwrap, clothing and shoes, top kids toys and so much more.
Where can I find the best deals?
Right here! Follow Post Wanted shopping insiders for updates on all the Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday deals worth shopping in 2025.
This article was written by Victoria McDonnell, New York Post Commerce Journalist & Content Strategist, who has spent countless hours researching, testing hundreds of products and comparing the latest makeup, skincare, hair and beauty items and trends to determine what’s truly worth your hard-earned cash. She evaluates formulas, textures, ingredients and more, in addition to consulting medical and industry experts. Some of Victoria’s latest conquests include testing the best vitamin C serums on the market, and a rinse-and-repeat review of the best shampoos of 2025. Victoria, who received a beauty industry essentials certification from the Fashion Institute of Technology, has been creating shopping guides for the New York Post since 2021 and previously held positions at Insider Reviews and CNN Underscored.
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