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Holiday gifting season is officially here — and so is Amazon’s early Black Friday sale. Ahead of the retailer’s official sale that begins on Nov. 21, Amazon has released early Black Friday deals on top beauty gifts for glam lovers on your list. Right now, Santa’s little planners can jumpstart their holiday shopping and score big discounts on beauty must-haves like face masks, eyeshadow palettes, makeup brush sets, and more.
We’ve seen discounts peak around 60 percent off across all beauty categories during previous Amazon Black Friday sales, and all signs point to similar, if not better, sales for 2024. Highlights from last year’s Amazon Black Friday sale include rare deals on coveted luxury beauty tools like the Dyson Airwrap, along with price drops on skin care tools, makeup brush sets, and all kinds of glam gifts for moms, wives, and girlfriends.
While we wait to see what Amazon’s official Black Friday sale will bring on Nov. 21, get a head start on the savings with early deals on top sellers and TikTok-famous beauty products that make amazing gifts for women on your list. We’re eyeing the popular Nooni Korean Lip Oil that provides a smudge-proof, high-gloss lip stain, the under-$10 Real Perfection makeup brush set, and a simple lighted makeup mirror.
Top Early Amazon Black Friday Deals on Beauty Gifts
On top of these standalone gifts, Amazon is also offering deals on stocking stuffers; consider the Starface Pimple Patches for your Gen Z giftee, or the Samnyte Hair Wax Stick for the gal on your list who’s always keeping eyes on Alix Earle’s makeup routine.
Prime members get the best perks of all, including exclusive discounts and free two-day shipping on all beauty products and so much more. Not a member yet? Sign up for a free 30-day trial to unlock these benefits. Whether you’re shopping for under eye patches or great hydrating face serums, this sale has you covered. Check off your holiday shopping list and explore our top picks below.
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CosRx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence
#1 Amazon Bestseller in Facial Serums
Amazon’s Choice
Revive tired, dull skin with Amazon’s number one face serum. 96 percent snail secretion filtrate (aka snail mucin) helps to hydrate, sooth, and brighten skin. This top Cosrx skin care product is beloved by Emily Ratajkowski and has racked up well over 50,000 five-star reviews on Amazon.
Editor testing and review notes: “CosRx snail mucin essence feels like a lightweight gel on your skin, and dries down to a dewy finish that made my complexion look hydrated and feel silky. After just two weeks of testing, I noticed less redness and a subtle plumping effect that’s smoothed fine lines, particularly on my forehead.” — WWD Shop Senior Beauty & Lifestyle Commerce Editor Claire Sullivan
Price upon publish date of this article: $19.50
Starface Hydro-Stars Pimple Patches
Over 4,800 five-star Amazon reviews
These TikTok-famous pimple patches are made with a hydrocolloid material that draws excess oil and sebum out of the pores. This helps to deflate pimples, while also providing essential protection from environmental pollution that can make matters worse. The star shape of the patches helps them adhere to the curvatures and contours of your skin without lifting.
Editor testing and review notes: “Pimple patches are one of my many lines of defense against acne, but a particularly practical one as I live in New York City. What I love about Starface Hydro-Star pimple patches is that they not only draw the gunk out of a zit, but they also protect my skin from city grime (and the urge to touch my face).” — Sullivan
Price upon publish date of this article: $11.59
Deiovwxs Lighted Makeup Mirror
A pretty makeup mirror makes a classic gift for the gal that has everything. This portable option has three light settings as well as a magnifying mirror for when she needs to apply eyeliner or a bold red lip with precision.
Editor testing and review notes: “This lighted makeup mirror is a perfect size for everyday use; it’s not so big that I have to rearrange my vanity to use it. The three light settings are great for calibrating my makeup for day to night wear, and I also love that this little mirror is cordless, so I can move it from room to room if needed.” — Sullivan
Price upon publish date of this article: $29.95
Infiniti Pro by Conair Flomotion Hair Dryer
500+ purchased in the past month
A fresh hair dryer is always a welcome gift to unwrap on Christmas morning. This Conair option is affordable, but it won’t short her on special features: It has six heat and speed settings, plus an included diffuser and concentrator for versatile styling.
Editor testing and review notes: “If you’re looking for a no-frills blow dryer that gets the job done, this Conair option is for you. It gives incredible volume and ensures a fast drying time so there’s less heat exposure for your hair. This is especially great for someone whose hair doesn’t need a lot of attention, just a quick dry so you don’t have to run out of the house with a wet head.” — Sullivan
Price upon publish date of this article: $32.40
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream
This 72-hour moisturizing facial cream is suitable for all skin types and helps to strengthen the skin barrier for a soft, supple result. Its fast-absorbing formula provides long-lasting hydration without feeling heavy, making it perfect for daily use.
Editor testing and review notes: “I always get the guys on my holiday gifting list a tub of Kiehl’s Ultra Face Cream. It’s a basic formula that never causes breakouts or irritation, and it feels more luxurious than the drugstore creams that they typically scoop up. I’ve gotten at least three of the men in my life fully hooked on it.” — Sullivan
Price upon publish date of this article: $63.65
Remington Shine Therapy Hair Straightener
Strike on this Black Friday deal while the iron’s hot. Infused with nourishing Argan oil, protein-rich Keratin, and a micro-conditioner, this 1-inch hair straightener ensures healthier, smoother hair.
Editor testing and review notes: “While I’m always wary of hot tools that promise the delivery of hair care ingredients, one thing’s for certain: This hair straightener will leave your hair looking — and feeling — like silk. Although it’s an inexpensive option, it held up to luxury options in its durability and results, making it the best budget-friendly straightener I tested.” — WWD Shop contributor Olivia Cigliano
Price upon publish date of this article: $25.28
Nooni Korean Lip Oil
10,000+ five-star reviews
Keep lips supple and hydrated with this revitalizing lip stain from Nooni. Apple water, raspberry fruit extract, and vitamins a, c, and e come together in this lightweight, silky lip oil with a lightly tinted gloss. Our editors rate it as a top stocking stuffer for all the ladies on your list.
Editor testing and review notes: “I was blown away by the quality of this lip oil, given its price. It’s intensely pigmented, so you only need one coat to tint your lips — and it leaves behind a gorgeous stain when it fades. I find that it gives me about an hour of moisture; after that, I follow up with a lip balm as needed, since the stain stays put for about four hours.” — Sullivan
Price upon publish date of this article: $10.99
Tymo Ring Plus Ionic Hair Straightener Brush
8,000+ five-star reviews
Salon-quality sleek hair just got way easier to achieve at home. This straightener works as a flat iron and a brush in one to simplify the smoothing process and its T-sensor technology monitors heat by the millisecond, intelligently adjusting to your style to prevent damage.
Editor testing and review notes: “After seeing TikTok videos showing this tool’s ability to straighten type 4C curls, I knew I had to try it. I love to use it on my naturally curly hair when I want a super-sleek, glass hair look. I just power it on and glide it from roots to ends — I only need one pass for a pin-straight result.” — Sullivan
Price upon publish date of this article: $49.99
Medicube Age R Booster
Now’s the perfect time to grab this top skin care tool on sale for smoother, brighter skin. Used by celebs like Hailey Bieber, it’s designed to help increase the absorption of your anti-aging serums and moisturizers for quicker results.
Editor testing and review notes: “When I have an extra minute to spend on my skin care routine, this is the first gadget I reach for. I particularly like it for massaging in a hydrating serum; I find that it enhances the dewy look I go for. It feels cooling on the skin and the contoured tip allows me to work it around the contours of my face.” — Sullivan
Price upon publish date of this article: $121
Samnyte Hair Wax Stick
This holiday season, we’re saying good riddance to annoying flyaways. This cult-favorite wax stick works to keep hair slick and tamed, whether it’s down or in a sleek pony or bun. Not only does this stick keep flyaways at bay, but it also gives hair a polished shine.
Editor testing and review notes: “When I first dabbled in the slicked-back ponytail look, this stick was my training wheels — it’s mess-free to apply and practically glues down the flyaways my naturally curly hair gets around my temples. And even after trying pomades and oils that go for $30 or more, I still find myself coming back to this budget-friendly stick. It doesn’t leave white specks in its wake and ensures my hair won’t budge, even in gusty weather.” — Sullivan
Price upon publish date of this article: $7.99
Real Perfection Makeup Brush Set
Replace what’s old with new, affordable eye and face makeup brushes from Real Perfection. Each brush is made with soft synthetic bristles that evenly dispense products on your skin. This makes for the perfect holiday gift for that friend who’s been using the same brushes for a decade.
Price upon publish date of this article: $8.99
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Alexandra (Nana) Regueiro is a fashion and beauty writer with a flair for clean skin care, makeup, and hair care products. She covers everything from in-depth product reviews to the latest industry news and shopping trends. Her work can be found in ELLE, Bustle, PS formerly known as Popsugar, and more. Regueiro regularly reports on beauty savings events like Amazon’s Black Friday sale.