88 Best Black Friday Beauty and Skin Care Deals, Per an Editor

In addition to my health and two darling children (of the feline variety) I’m thankful for Amazon’s beauty deals. In all seriousness: Thousands of excellent skin, hair, and makeup products are marked down—many to unfathomably low price points. Take, for instance, a classic anti-aging moisturizer shoppers swear by, which is 70 percent off. Or: The rarely on sale Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, for which Kendall Jenner, Sydney Sweeney, and I share an affinity. 

I’ve spent literal hours combing through hundreds—upon hundreds—of Amazon’s Black Friday deals. In doing so, I’ve unearthed, curated, and categorized more than 80 picks that are absolutely worthy of your coin. I’m rarely presumptuous…but a premature “you’re welcome” feels fitting in this instance. Happy shopping. 

Best Beauty Deals Overall

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

In choosing the best Black Friday beauty deals at Amazon, I would have been remiss not to mention items that consistently top the retailer’s best seller lists; the famous snail mucin serum from CosRx, for instance, which is marked down to $13. Additionally, the Laneige Lip Mask—which has been used by numerous celebrities—is on rare sale, just in time for chapped lip season. Finally, if you’ve yet to experience the now-$4 wonder that is the Essence Lash Princess Mascara, I implore you to do so: Frankly, it outperforms many of my much pricier picks.

Best Beauty Deals Under $15

I’ve carelessly shelled out $10 on gourmet chocolate bars and green juices. While such splurges have lasted all of a few hours, Amazon’s $15-and-under beauty deals are practically guaranteed to last at least 50 times as long. Take, for instance, the Beaky Makeup Sponges, which have become a staple in my foundation-stippling routine, or the Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Washable Mascara, which I turn to when my lash extensions prematurely peter out. Lest we forget the makeup wipes Kim Kardashain and I rely on for lackadaisical nights, which are currently $4.

Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes

Makeup wipes are hardly created equal—as proven by the superior texture and efficacy of Neutrogena’s version. I keep a pack at my bedside for nights when I am simply too tired to embark on a multi-step nighttime skin care routine. The cloths are gentle on sensitive skin and tough on even the most stubborn smoky eye.

It Cosmetics Superhero Mascara

To try this volumizing mascara is to love it. Case in point: My sister, mom, and three friends, who’ve tried it per my recommendation, have fallen in love with the formula. Jennifer Lopez is also a mega-fan of this mascara, which imparts instantly sexy, plump lashes. I almost gasped when I saw it was nearly 60 percent off.

Burt’s Bees Firming Moisturizing Cream

InStyle editors and shoppers—more than 8,000 of whom bought it in the past month—swear by this skin-tightening, ultra-gentle moisturizer. Vitamin E protects against skin-aging free radicals, while backuchiol, a retinol alternative, smooths fine lines and wrinkles.

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Best Skin Care Deals

Have you tried the famed cleansing oil from Japanese beauty brand DHC? If not, kindly get to it: The formula dissolves obstinate eyeliner, pore-clogging primers, and quite literally any other face makeup imaginable. Perhaps even more famous is the Skin Perfecting BHA Exfoliant from Paula’s Choice—which my twin sister swears played a massive role in eliminating closed comedones. Seeking skin-plumping hydration? L’Oréal’s shopper-adored collagen cream is an excellent place to start, particularly given its now-$15 price tag.

DHC Cleansing Oil

My future mother-in-law looks 15 years younger than she actually is. Last year, she revealed her secret: DHC’s famous cleansing oil. It softens without stripping skin of essential moisture, soothes sensitivity, and cuts through every last trace of stubborn makeup.

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum

More than 90,000 dermatologists worldwide recommend French drugstore staple brand La Roche-Posay—and this quenching anti-aging serum is illustrative of why. Packed with its titular ingredient, the lightweight liquid refreshes winter-worn skin and restores a bouncy glow in seconds.

TruSkin Vitamin C Serum

A vitamin C serum under $20 is a rarity—hence why this deal is far too stellar to ignore. More than 30,000 Amazon shoppers purchased the brightening, anti-aging elixir in the past month alone. One fan called the product “unbelievable,” citing “bright” and “smooth” skin since using the serum. Moreover, their “[dark] spots are disappearing,” they added.

Kiehl’s Avocado Eye Treatment

I’d believed eye creams were a superfluous skin care category until I tried this Kiehl’s classic. Infused with fatty acid-rich avocado, it softens even the driest under eyes and creates a smooth canvas for concealer.

Olay Smooth and Renew Retinol Complex

A friend in her 40s with excellent skin recommended this smoothing retinol moisturizer…and more than 10,000 Amazon reviewers would, too. Unlike many products spiked with vitamin A, Olay’s cream is entirely non-irritating, making it a win for sensitive skin types and retinol virgins.

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Best Korean Skin Care Deals

I’ve been using Korean skin care for more than a decade—and can confirm the hype is absolutely warranted. New to K-beauty? Dabble in any of the below formulas to experience the magic. Fellow Korean beauty fan? Stock up with me while best-sellers, including the CosRx Snail Mucin Power Repairing Essence, starting at $13. 

SeoulCeuticals Vitamin C Serum

Vitamin C serums—really good ones, that is—typically cost at least three times as much as this now-$16 elixir. A whopping 20,000+ people purchased the product in the past month alone—and I’m following suit.

Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Multi Balm

This glide-on anti-aging treatment fades fine lines and softens crepey texture around the eye area. One fan reported a “clear difference” in their wrinkles, while another noted “noticeable softening.” Unsurprisingly, the product is a consistent best seller.

Anua Heartleaf Soothing Toner

This toner is hardly your drying astringent from the early aughts. Au contraire, the water-like elixir deeply hydrates and calms even the most sensitive skin. Just ask the more than 7,000 shoppers who awarded it a perfect five stars at Amazon.

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Best Skin Care Tool Deals

Skin care gadgets—particularly those that actually deliver as promised—run pricey. Ergo, now, while they’re on sale, is an excellent time to nab any goodies you’ve been eyeing. Need inspiration? I use the NuFace to keep my cheekbones in check; Khloé Kardashian and Hailey Bieber are fans of the Medicube Age-R Booster Pro, as are fellow InStyle staffers. Jennifer Coolidge, among more red carpet royalty, relies on the now-$108 SolaWave 4-in-1 Facial Wand, which smooths fine lines, improves circulation, and more. 

Best Body Care Deals

Please do not sleep on the retinol moisturizer my 71-year-old mom and I plan to repurchase indefinitely. Crusty feet? Célor’s Foot Peel Mask is sure to satisfy in more ways than one, while AmLactin’s famous exfoliating cream has been a staple of mine for more than a decade. 

• Nature Well Clinical Retinol Cream, $16 (Originally $25) 
• InStyle Reader Loved: Advanced Clinicals Retinol Body Lotion Moisturizer, $15 (Originally $25)
• Cetaphil Body Moisturizer, $13 (Originally $16)
• Eucerin Advanced Repair Body Lotion, $9 (Originally $13)
• Aveeno Skin Relief Body Wash, $10 (Originally $18)
• Célor Foot Peel Mask, $8 (Originally $10)   
• CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion, $14 (Originally $17)
• CeraVe Moisturizing Salicylic Acid Cream For Rough And Bumpy Skin, $22 (Originally $26)
• AmLactin Daily Nourish 12% Body Lotion, $20 (Originally $25) 
• L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil, $23 (Originally $29)

Best Makeup Deals

A foundation with a following (from an Oprah-approved brand, no less), a dew-delivering solution Martha Stewart, Kendall Jenner, and I don, and Amazon’s best-selling K-beauty skin-enhancing tint are all worth your time—and coin, especially when they’re as low as $10.

Best Hair Care Deals

I buy 99 percent of my hair care products from Amazon and have discovered a handful of under-the-radar keepers—including a Brazilian growth treatment—that I order on repeat. Luckily for me, many are on stellar sales at Amazon ahead of the holidays, including the frizz-annihilating mist Jennifer Lopez has used and Salma Hayek’s secret to glossy hair. 

Best Hair Growth Deals

Amazon is a treasure trove of hair growth-solutions, ranging from lengthening shampoos, anti-breakage serums, and follicle-stimulating tonics. Many are discounted—yet I whittled down the 11 worth adding to your cart.

• Nutrafol Shampoo, $34 (Originally $44)
• Nutrafol Balance Hair Growth Supplements, $70 (Originally $88)
• Karseell Collagen Deep Repair Conditioning Argan Oil Hair Mask, $20 (Originally $24)
• Lola From Rio Rapunzel Hair Growth Tonic, $11 (Originally $14)
• Pantene Pro-Vitamin Essence Daily Repair Mist, $20 (Originally $30)
• Pura D’or Hair Thinning Therapy Energizing Scalp Serum Revitalizer, $13 (Originally $25)
• Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Hair Masque, $8 (Originally $10)
• Kitsch Rosemary and Biotin Shampoo and Conditioner Bar, $20 (Originally $28)
• Bellisso Biotin Shampoo and Conditioner Set, $23 (Originally $40) 
• L’Oréal Paris Elvive Dream Lengths Shampoo and Conditioner, $16 (Originally $20)

Best Hair Tool Deals

If you’ve perused Amazon’s hot tool offerings, you’ve undoubtedly stumbled upon the best-selling, truly iconic Revlon One Step Volumizer Brush—now a mere $32. Perhaps you’re also familiar with the Shark Beauty multi-styler—a must-have for Chris Appleton, stylist to stars like Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez, which is more than $60 off for a limited time. 

Best Nail Care Deals

I’ve been doing my own gel manicures for years with the pro-grade SunUV UV LED Nail Lamp, now $32. Between polish changes, I use strengthening treatments, like OPI’s, to keep my talons healthy. Finally, don’t miss the cuticle oil Rhianna and I use, which keeps hangnails at bay and manis looking first-day fresh.

Sophie has nearly a decade of experience reporting on beauty products and industry trends. Her expertise lies in anti-aging skin care, the likes of which she’s researched and tested tirelessly throughout her career.