Yahoo Lifestyle I'm a pro shopper and these are the skincare deals I'm expecting this Black Friday
IMO, skincare 🤝 Black Friday. That's right, Black Friday isn't just for laptops and shiny TV's, this shopping extravaganza is the best time to score some unreal skincare deals – and we know how expensive skincare is nowadays, so times like these are a needs must!!
If you're not au fait with Black Friday, let me fill you in. This isn't some mediocre sale period where only the leftovers are reduced. This is the best time of year where brands slash the prices, by even up to 50% off +, of their best-selling products.
As for skincare, it's the perfect time to tick off those items that've been collecting dust on your wish-list for months. I'm talking the iconic Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm or Medik8 Crystal Retinal. Or maybe you've wanted to discover something new from Byoma or Glow Recipe. Whatever and whoever you're on the hunt for, I've complied the best skincare Black Friday deals I'm expecting to see in 2024. Behold...
What is Black Friday?
If you don't know what Black Friday is (erm, what rock have you been hiding under?) let me fill you in. The shopping extravaganza started in '30s USA with luxury department store Macy's putting on an epic sale to make the most of Thanksgiving – clever, I know. The name 'Black Friday' didn't come until the '80s when big-time brands wanted to make the most of everyone's pre-Christmas shopping sprees.
Skip to today and the tradition still remains; each year we mark our calendars while brands mark down their prices for some major Pre-Christmas spending. What's better? While the event began as an IRL thang, we can now participate in Black Friday in the most comfortable way: from bed.
When is Black Friday 2024?
Black Friday usually lands on the last Friday of November, marking this Black Friday as the November 29. What's even better, the sales will usually continue through to the Saturday, Sunday and Monday (Cyber Monday) so you don't have to panic buy everything on the Friday. Add these dates to your cart and prepare yourself as some brands choose to drop deals ahead of time!
Which skincare brands are expected to have a Black Friday sale?
We all know skincare can get spenny, especially when investing in topical serums and retinoids, which is why it's always wise to wait until Black Friday to stock up or try something new. Luckily, there are SO many skincare brands and e-tailers that participate.
A few faves I'm looking out for? At the top of my list is Medik8 – it's home to some incredible formulas (hi, Crystal Retinal) – as well as The Inkey List and The Ordinary to top up on my fave everyday essentials.
Medik8
As soon as Medik8's Black Friday deals drop, you bet I'm stocking up my cart to last me 'till 2026 – specifically on the famous Crystal Retinal serum.
There's no doubt that Medik8 is loved by editors and experts all over for its hard-working and results-driven skincare, but certain bottles can get a little spenny making Black Friday the best time to try the brand for less.
Last year, the brand offered a 30% off site-wide sale which lasted from 19 November until 28 November, so you don't need to manic buy your new skincare routine; you can shop with a little thought!
The Inkey List
The Inkey List is home to many best-selling faves (hello, Oat Cleansing Balm) so Black Friday is the perf time to stock up on the products you love – as I'm sure you've already got some hero formulas in your everyday routine.
As for the discounts? The Inkey List has already announced its 2024 Black Friday plans. Shoppers will be offered a 25% off site-wide sale from 8 November to 1 December. That's nearly a whole month to finalise your shopping cart. BUT, if you're an Inkey List Insider, you'll have early access to the deals from the 4 November.
The Ordinary
The Ordinary does Black Friday a little differently, and I'm so on board for it. Rather than spamming you with last-minute deals to encourage unnecessary spending, the brand offers a 23% off sale which lasts the entirety of November.
Yes, you read that right. You have a whole month to decide what skincare is best for you and to do a little research before you invest. So what will it be? The newly-formulated HA serum or a classic like the niacinamide serum.
Cult Beauty
Cult Beauty's skincare directory is stellar. There are all sorts of brands on offer, from pocket-friendly names like Byoma to luxury players like Augustinus Bader and Sunday Riley. With so much choice, delvininto CB's Black Friday sale is, IMO, the perfect time to sort out X-mas pressies for the skincare fanatic in your life.
As for the discounts, last year the e-tailer hosted an up to 25% off site-wide sale, featuring all the names you'll already know and love. As soon as I know further deets, you'll be the first to know.
Space NK
It's always a treat to wander up and down the isles of a Space NK store (if I could call it a hobby, I would). But when it comes to Black Friday, you bet I'll be logging online to score some big deals on my fave brands.
Topping up on what I like to call my 'special occasion' skincare, I'll be 👀-ing up names like Tatcha, Medik8 and Fresh. As for the discounts, last year Space NK hosted a sale of up to 25% off which started on Tuesday 21 November and continued through to Cyber Monday.
LookFantastic
LookFantastic is another e-tailer home to some great skincare brands, ranging from names you'd find on the high-street to those found inside glossy department stores. With budget-friendly names available, like Cetaphil and CeraVe, it's a great retailer to stock up on your everyday essentials. Or invest a little more into brands like Medik8 and 111Skin to make a generous gift.
What're the discounts saying? It's too soon to tell what 2024 will bring, but last year we were treated to a range of discounts that changed throughout the course of the shopping event. So keep your 👀 peeled on this page!
Glossier
When you think of Glossier, your mind probably goes to the playful packaging and glow-giving formulas of its cosmetic items, but know that the brand has some stellar skincare, too.
If you're an OG Glossier stan, you've probably tried many of its popular skincare products before, be it the After Baume or Futuredew. But if you haven't tried its glowy formulas before, Black Friday is your chance!
Last year, the retailer offered an up to 25% off site-wide sale, which also included adorable gift sets! And while the IRL Covent Garden store is *incred* to wander around, you may as well save the queue time and shop the sale right below.
Beauty Pie
If you're unfamiliar with the glorious concept that is Beauty Pie, allow me to enlighten you! Essentially it's like Amazon Prime for beauty lovers. When you sign up to Beauty Pie you get access to its high-quality products, that without the membership, would cost more.
The retailer is remaining tight-lipped on what to expect from its Black Friday deals this year, but if it's anything like last, you can expect some great things. As the brand's products are already discounted, Beauty Pie does things a little differently by offering promo codes, free sign-ups and limited-edition products for members to shop.
Dr Sam's
Dr Samantha Bunting is one of our fave experts, so if you're struggling with your skin this winter, turn to her eponymous skincare line to help you out.
With everything from moisturisers and cleansers to serums and sunscreens to shop, you can overhaul you're entire regime with expertly-formulated and transformational products. And last Black Friday, the brand offered an extra-special deal; spend £50 and get a £10 gift card, spend £100 and get a £20 gift card, and spend £150 and get a £30 gift card. It's the gift that keeps on giving!
Elemis
Guys, Elemis has already dropped its 2024 Black Friday waitlist so you can be the first to get your mitts on its epic deals. Yes, Elemis is home to some amazing formulas but if I'm using Black Friday to shop for anything, it's the Pro Collagen Cleansing Balm (obvs).
The tea is yet to be spilled on what 2024's discounts will be, but if it's the same as 2023, we can expect 25% off everything. That knocks the price of the cleansing balm from £49 to £36.75. You're coming home with me.
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