Calling all skincare buffs and make-up fans: the best Black Friday beauty deals are well and truly here. That’s right, your favourite cosmetics retailers – think Charlotte Tilbury, Boots and Amazon (to name a few) – have officially let loose the skincare, make-up and haircare reductions, with offers on all your favourite brands.
There are savings on cleansing balms, Olaplex haircare heroes, body care products (hello, Sol de Janeiro) and everything in between, so, I’ve been busy rounding up the top offers on tried-and-tested favourites. You’ll find discounts on the Maybelline lash sensational sky high mascara, the coveted Dyson airwrap and even Chanel’s Coco mademoiselle eau de parfum.
Whatever is on your wishlist this sale season, you’ll have me on hand from dawn till dusk, bringing you all the top savings to snap up. Keep scrolling for the best Black Friday beauty deals you need to know about as we barrel towards Cyber Monday.
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My experience as a beauty expert (having tried and tested a myriad of products) means I can help you make informed decisions about the products you’re considering taking advantage of in the sale. If you’re on the lookout for a new blusher, hair oil or LED face mask, you know where to turn.
Best Black Friday beauty deals
Best make-up deals
Maybelline lash sensational sky high mascara: Was £12.99, now £6.49, Amazon.co.uk
The mascara to rival all others, this is a tubing mascara, meaning it coats the lashes from all sides, for a full and voluminous finish. It’s even more tempting with this 50 per cent off deal and, in my review of the burgundy formula, I found it left my lashes looking lengthened, volumised and defined. It didn’t leave a smudge or imprint, either, even after a full day’s wear.
Estee Lauder double wear stay-in-place foundation SPF 10: Was £39.50, now £27.65, Boots.com
One of my favourite foundation formulas for a long-lasting, seamless finish, Estée Lauder’s double wear is the sort of product beauty buffs come back to time and time again – and for good reason. Dubbing it the best long-lasting formula in her guide to the best foundations for acne-prone skin, professional beauty reviewer Louise Whitbread described how the liquid product left her skin looking “smooth and spot-free for hours”, and the oil-free, matte formula kept her “usual shiny T-zone at bay”. Pick up a 30ml bottle with a discount of more than £10 today.
Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s award-winning complexion trio: Was £85, now £59, Charlottetilbury.com
Featuring three of the brand’s hero products, this deal gets you 30 per cent off a travel-sized magic cream and setting spray, plus a full-size beautiful skin foundation. Beauty expert Ellie reviewed the foundation and found it “buffs into the skin beautifully, leaving a subtle radiance to the skin that catches the light naturally”. The airbrush flawless setting spray is also a product approved by our team, with our tester saying: “Whether we were in the rain or doing a workout, the setting mist kept everything in place, from morning to night.” Likewise, after reviewing the renowned magic cream, our tester found their skin “looked plumper, dewier, firmer and, above all, far healthier”. Glowing reviews all round.
Spectrum Christmas merry and bright 12-piece brush set: Was £64.99, now £24.99, Spectrumcollections.com
A £40 price drop is not to be scoffed at, and when considering the worth of this set from make-up brush legends Spectrum, the offer is even more irresistible – if you’re on the hunt for a wonderful Christmas gift, look no further. For just £24.99 this Black Friday, you’ll get £64.99 worth of glossy make-up tools, ensuring all areas of your complexion are covered.
Mac macstack mascara: Was £27, now £20.25, Maccosmetics.co.uk
Mac is an iconic make-up brand, and I’ve spotted an impressive 25 per cent saving on its stack mascara. When beauty writer Sabine reviewed the mascara when it launched in 2022, she said she couldn’t “fault its volume and length building, which stays clump-free until you really go overboard”.
Drunk Elephant D-bronzi anti-pollution sunshine bronzing drops: Was £34, now £25.50, Boots.com
These viral Drunk Elephant bronzing drops earned the top spot in senior eCommerce writer Daisy’s review, in which she confirmed the serum really is as good as everyone says. “Powered by peptides, fatty acids and nourishing oils such as marula, the skin-loving formula has an almost silky texture,” Daisy said. It gives an instantly bronzed look, without a hint of orange. “The drops also have impressive longevity, lasting all-day without any smudging or patchiness”, she added. If you’re seeking a winter golden glow, the bronzing drops are on sale with 25 per cent off at Boots.
Milk Makeup matte bronzer: Was £22, now £16.50, Cultbeauty.co.uk
Earning the title of most pigmented in the guide to the best bronzer, Milk’s matte bronzer features a handy stick formula that makes it ideal for on-the-go application. Plus, a little product goes a long way. Our tester remarked that “for travel and small luggage allowances, its strength of pigment is a definite bonus, not to mention leaving a bolder radiant finish for parties, dinners and nighttime occasions.” With 30 per cent off, it’s a perfect pick for the onslaught of upcoming Christmas parties.
Clinique black honey ‘almost’ lipstick: Was £21.10, now £17.29, Amazon.co.uk
While this discount might not seem as lucrative as others herein, it’s worth noting that elsewhere (e.g. Boots) Clinique’s cult black honey lip colour is retailing for around £25 pre-discount. Instead of the 18 per cent reduction we can see here, that would make Amazon’s markdown more like 30 per cent and not, if you ask me, one to sleep on. Indeed, in make-up maestro Olivia Perl’s review of the lipstick, she loved the “subtle but still obvious berry [shade], giving [her] a just-been-kissed finish.” Shop yours now.
Laura Mercier translucent loose setting powder: Was £38.50, now £28.88, Spacenk.com
Beauty writer Lauren’s pick for under eyes in her review of the best setting powders, Laura Mercier’s formula is lightweight, smoothing and now reduced by 25 per cent. Describing its appeal, Lauren explained how its 29g size means “you get more for your money, and a little goes a long way” She added that “just a touch on the end of a powder puff or brush will blur pores, conceal shine and result in a more radiant complexion”. Sounds good to me.
Real Techniques travel fantasy mini brush kit: Was £19.99, now £11.99, Amazon.co.uk
A brush set that I recently reviewed for an upcoming guide (watch this space), the Real Techniques travel kit takes up half the space in your make-up bag (versus full-length brushes) and provides the same seamless skin finish. In the eye department, particularly, I enjoyed the versatility of brushes, from angled flat tops to fluffy crease blenders – this set has it all. Give your travel toiletries an upgrade, now with 40 per cent off.
Hourglass tools complexion essentials brush set: Was £155, now £124, Cultbeauty.co.uk
I recently tested Hourglass’s make-up brushes for an upcoming guide (watch this space) and, boy, do they deliver. Indeed, the luxe complexion buffers are more than mere TikTok hype. In fellow beauty buff Louise’s guide to the best vegan make-up brushes, she commented on the dual-ended brush (the ambient lighting edit brush), telling readers how the tapered end “worked particularly well at blending concealer under the eye and dabbing on cream and liquid highlighter”, while the rounded end did a “stellar job of applying blush and bronzer on the cheeks”. With 20 per cent off this set right now, this deal seems too good to pass up.
Best perfume deals
Byredo gypsy water: Was £150, now £120, Spacenk.com
The Space NK Black Friday sale is your chance to score a rare saving on Byredo fragrances. Perfume aficionado Viola dubbed the gypsy water scent as the best in her round-up of Byredo fragrances, describing the brand’s original creation as a bestseller for good reason. “Designed to evoke the scent of fresh soil, deep crests and campfires, this sublime woody scent has everything a good perfume should: a complex character that’s still so easy to love,” she said. A rich base of sandalwood and pine needle is brightened by sparkling lemon and sweet vanilla. “The result is a concoction that’s cheery yet addictive, arresting yet not overpowering. And perfect to wear all day – and night – long.”
Dior addict lip glow oil: Was £33, now £26.40, Boots.com
This TikTok-famous lip oil has gone straight into my basket. It earned a place in senior writer Daisy’s review of the best lip oils, in which she says it instantly locks in moisture, creating “a high shine yet natural look and feel”. It’s “non-sticky, sheer and comfortable, the hero ingredient, cherry oil, hydrates your pout”.
YSL beauty black opium eau de parfum spray: Was £67, now £50.25, Sephora.co.uk
A scent that beauty editor Lauren Cunningham described as a “perfect pick for evenings out”, in her review of the best perfumes for women, YSL’s black opium is certainly popular for a reason. With notes of citrus and jasmine, with a musk undercurrent, the fragrance is a sweet one and skews a bit younger than the brand’s opium original scent. Pick up this bottle now, while it’s on offer with 30 per cent off at Sephora.
Chanel Coco mademoiselle eau de parfum spray: Was £75, now £60, Boots.com
When it comes to Black Friday, the big designer beauty brands, such as Chanel and Dior, are always my first point of call. So, I was thrilled to see the coveted Coco mademoiselle scent reduced by 20 per cent ahead of the official sale. With the same rose and jasmine notes as its No5 sibling, mademoiselle adds the brightness of orange and botanics, including vetiver and patchouli, to round out the sweetness. It’s a perfect year-round scent, made even more desirable thanks to this discount.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat rouge 540 eau de parfum, 70ml: Was £239.50, now £208.25, Johnlewis.com
A fragrance that’s had everyone from Molly-Mae Hague to Olivia Rodrigo enthralled, Baccarat rouge is about as luxurious as a perfume can get, so to find this 15 per cent saving – courtesy of John Lewis – was quite the pleasant surprise. Its notes include florals, amber and cedar and it’s an excellent pick for the colder months with its complex, musky aroma.
Glossier you eau de parfum: Was £112, now £90, Glossier.com
The first (of many, I hope) Glossier Black Friday deals has peeked over the horizon and it’s exactly the item I wanted to see: Glossier you. The perfume that’s popular with everyone from TikTok users to Gracie Abrams, you is a scent that’s designed to smell – intriguingly – like your boyfriend’s neck, according to the brand’s CEO. Having tested it myself, I’d attest to that description and, when Helen Wilson-Beevers reviewed it in our guide to the best Glossier products, she pointed out that it was “created to adapt to the wearer’s skin and smell slightly different on everyone.” See how it suits you, now with 20 per cent off.
Best skincare deals
COSRX advanced snail 96 mucin power essence: Was £23.99, now £10.40, Amazon.co.uk
You know it, you love it and – yes – the time has come to grab it with more than 50 per cent off. If you’ve somehow avoided the viral fame of the COSRX snail mucin essence, then consider this your chance to become acquainted. Reviewing it in my guide to the best Korean skincare products, I explained how it’s a skin serum that “leaves your skin looking youthful and bouncy.” How? The included snail mucin works to protect the skin and, I discovered upon testing, “can even help minimise fine lines and wrinkles.” Sign me up (again, I could do with a top up!)
Ren Skincare good to glow AM to PM: Was £77, now £35, Boots.com
Hot off the press, this deal on Ren’s best-sellers certainly has my ears pricking. It includes skincare pro Helen’s IndyBest eye cream – Ren’s brightening dark circle formula – as well as the oh-so-soothing gentle cleansing gel and not one, not two, but three more cult products. Describing the eye cream in her guide, Helen marvelled at its “slightly glossy sheen, which adds a luxe, silky finish” and added with surprise that it “instantly brightened up the skin around [her] tired peepers.” With more than 50 per cent off at Boots, you can bet I’m adding this to my basket for a lucky Christmas giftee.
Currentbody Skin LED face and neck kit: Was £568, now £511, Currentbody.com
One of the only devices in my experience that can actually help reverse the signs of ageing, Currentbody’s LED technology is real-life magic. I enjoyed using my mask so much that I wrote an entire love letter review of it, in which I described how it made a noticeable difference. “I inspected my forehead, nasolabial creases and crow’s feet weekly to scout out any noticeable improvements,” I said. “I truly believe that both the former areas appeared filled, more plump and more hydrated towards the end of the testing period.” Right now, you can snap up this clever beauty gadget with a 10 per cent reduction, saving you nearly £60.
Sol de Janeiro Brazilian bum bum cream: Was £21, now £14.70, Boots.com
Promising soft, smooth skin with a holiday-like scent, Sol de Janeiro’s Brazilian bum bum cream is one of the most popular products right now. Should you be looking to get your hands on it, it’s currently been reduced by 30 per cent. Key ingredients include guaraná extract, cupuaçu butter, açaí oil and coconut oil to deliver a healthy hit of vitamins to the skin.
CeraVe hydrating cleanser for normal to dry skin: Was £12.50, now £7.91, Amazon.co.uk
One of my favourite CeraVe formulas, the hydrating cleanser is a go-to for all skin types, as the product leaves skin feeling fresh, moisturised and free from tightness. Reviewing it in her guide to the best CeraVe products, beauty expert Lucy Partington praised how “it doesn’t ever strip or dry out skin”. Instead, she told readers the product’s blend of ceramides and hyaluronic acid makes sure “skin retains its much-needed moisture”. Take advantage of this hydrating formula, now 37 per cent has been slashed off the price.
Garnier active micellar cleansing water: Was £5.13, now £1.59, Amazon.co.uk
The micellar water to rival all others, Garnier’s active formula is not only affordable (supremely so at £1.59 thanks to this deal) but features glycerin to keep skin feeling healthy and hydrated. In The Independent’s guide to the best micellar waters, skincare expert Chloë wowed at the fact that “one cotton pad worth of product can lift a full face of make-up”. This offer is exclusive to Amazon’s partnership with Morrisons, but if you’d rather have it tomorrow, you can still grab it with 50 per cent off here.
Skin Rocks the bookends fragrance-free: Was £88, now £70.40, Skinrocks.com
From skincare guru and aesthetician Caroline Hirons, Skin Rocks is the place to go for products founded on superior skincare knowledge. Worth £98, the bookends fragrance-free kit is usually priced at £88, but is now discounted by 20 per cent for Black Friday. Plus, if you spend more than £100 on your total order, you can boost that discount to 25 per cent, meaning this kit could be yours for just £66.
Charlotte Tilbury magic water cream: Was £79, now £55.30, Charlottetilbury.com
A newer alternative to the famous Charlotte Tilbury magic cream, this magic water cream is “bouncy and gel-based, with a water-like consistency”, said IndyBest reviewer Daisy, in her review. “It’s pleasingly lightweight and smooth, gliding onto skin easily, and instantly hydrating any dryness”, Daisy added, noting a little goes further than the OG formulation, while delivering a dewy sheen.
Clinique fan favourites beauty gift set: Was £100, now £50, Sephora.co.uk
Sometimes, beauty gift sets can include filler items and sample sizes, but that’s not the case with this option from Clinique. With four cult products included, you can ramp up your make-up and skincare routine, while saving 50 per cent on the price tag. Testing the included high impact mascara in its waterproof iteration, for IndyBest’s guide to the best waterproof mascaras, reviewer Louise Whitbread enjoyed the fact the wand is “easy to navigate into the corner of your inner lash, to coat each hair, without looking clumpy”. As for the other products, I’ve been testing the moisture surge 100-hour hydrator (pictured) for an upcoming guide and, as someone with oily skin, I can’t recommend it enough for hydration and shine-prevention.
Summer Fridays lip butter balm, vanilla beige: Was £23, now £17.25, Spacenk.com
The daytime alternative to Laneige’s overnight lip sleeping mask, the Summer Fridays lip butter balm is silky, heavenly scented and, for Black Friday, reduced by 30 per cent. I love it – it lives in my work bag – and my fellow IndyBest reviewer Ella Duggan is just as much of a fan of this product. In her guide to the best lip glosses, she praised how “there was no stickiness”, adding: “The formula is hydrating and long-lasting, thanks to the powerhouse of ingredients.” You’ll find seed butter and botanical extracts, for extra nourishment, included in the formula.
CeraVe resurfacing retinol serum: Was £23, now £16.10, Boots.com
Voted the best for sensitive skin in our guide to retinol creams, our tester said they loved that CeraVe’s resurfacing retinol serum includes niacinamide, which they said is “a hardworking, multi-tasking ingredient that not only works to soothe and strengthen skin but also helps to reduce oil production and the appearance of pores.” They found that, as well as helping with the appearance of acne scars, “it also helps brighten the skin” and gave it a glowing 4.5/5 star rating.
The Ordinary the mini discovery set: Was £24.90, now £19.90, Lookfantastic.com
While this 20 per cent discount might not seem as generous as other Black Friday offers, you’ll be pleased to discover that this set is actually worth over £30 (£33.20, to be exact) so, in fact, it’s a saving of 40 per cent. Inside, you’ll find the brand’s best-selling glycolic and hyaluronic acids, plus four more products. Testing the former in my review, I explained how it “couldn’t have exceeded my expectations more”. Likewise, putting the HA serum to the test in my guide to the best hyaluronic acids, I praised the formula as “a solid hydrator come morning or night, with a more liquid versus stretchy feel.”
Hello Sunday the one for your lips SPF 50 lip balm with squalane: Was £7, now £5.25, Lookfantastic.com
This is one of the most hydrating lip balms IndyBest reviewer Lois has ever tried. It wasn’t just this accolade that earned the formula the top spot in Lois’s review of the best lip balms, though – the product also provides broad spectrum SPF 50. Featuring hyaluronic acid, shea butter and squalene, the balm has “brilliant staying power” according to Lois, and the gel consistency leaves a “juicy sheen on lips”. Currently, it’s discounted by 25 per cent, making it the perfect time to try the lip balm for yourself.
L’Oreal Paris revitalift filler + hyaluronic acid serum: Was £31.99, now £10, Amazon.co.uk
Dubbed one of the top hyaluronic acid serums in our guide, L’Oréal’s revitalift filler smells delightful and leaves skin feeling plumper and more refreshed after just one application. Our reviewer said the formula “feels soft and slippy on the skin and, in the 10 seconds before it whooshes into the skin, it has a stretchy sort of texture.” With a hefty 69 per cent off right now, this is your chance to stay hydrated even in the depths of dreary winter.
The Outset daily essentials travel set: Was £38, now £28.50, Cultbeauty.co.uk
I love to take minis with me when travelling, as I don’t want to compromise on the quality of my skincare when away from home. This travel set from The Outset comes with three of the brand’s bestselling products, including the firming vegan collagen prep serum, which made it into IndyBest’s round-up of products for rosacea.
Milk Makeup cooling water jelly tint stick: Was £22, now £16.50, Spacenk.com
Have you been considering getting your hands on Milk Makeup’s jelly tint since it shot to fame on TikTok? Now, you can get it with a 25 per cent discount at SpaceNK. In her review of the viral product, beauty writer Lauren noted the formula’s lightweight consistency, staying power and skin-loving ingredients. What’s more, she said it doesn’t create a “sticky, creamy, or oily sensation on your skin”, meaning it won’t “disturb any foundation or bronzer that has been applied underneath”.
Nivea crème: Was £9.99, now £6.66, Boots.com
Nivea crème is an OG on the beauty scene. The original moisturiser gentle enough for your face and body is a go-to for you, your kids and your partner. Deeply moisturising, it gets the job done and while it’s usually very affordable, it’s now on sale for even less with a third off for Black Friday.
Skin Rocks the cotton rounds: Was £15, now £12, Skinrocks.com
Makeup-remover pads are an effective, sustainable and, in the long run, more affordable way to remove our make-up. Beauty expert Louise went on the hunt to find the very best, and in her review these cheerful yellow circles from Skin Rocks shone as the best multi-purpose pad. “We were left impressed by their soft texture, how well all traces of make-up washed out and how versatile they were,” she wrote. Louise was able to use them to not only remove makeup but also apply the liquid steps in her skincare routine.
Best haircare deals
Olaplex no.3 hair perfector: Was £28, now £16.25, Amazon.co.uk
