The holidays are quickly approaching, which means two things: there's less than eight weeks left to stock up on gifts for everyone on your list, and the early Black Friday deals are here! So why wait when you can score great deals on beauty staples right now during Ulta's Early Black Friday sale? It's the best way to get ahead of the holiday season if you ask us!
From anti-aging skin care to must-have hair tools, we found the very best discounted beauty products that'll make the perfect stocking stuffers, Secret Santa gifts and more this season. Whether you're shopping for your sister or best friend, there's no shortage of jaw-dropping deals.
Keep reading for our complete curation of hair, skin care and makeup deals from top brands like Tarte, Shark Beauty, Clinique and more — starting at only $4. Also, be sure to act fast as these astonishing deals won't last long. The brand will also be releasing new deals weekly leading up to Black Friday, so be sure to check back frequently.
Ulta's early Black Friday hair deals
This budget-friendly detangling mist is perfect for those on-the-go and easy to pack in carry-on luggage. Infused with hyaluronic acid, this travel-friendly leave-in conditioner helps protect hair against breakage from heat damage and is free of silicones.
Say goodbye to unwanted frizz and damage with this hydrating hair oil from Virtue that is currently 30% off. Made with Alpha Keratin 60ku, this popular oil adds shine and leaves hair feeling silky smooth. It also has a near perfect overall rating of 4.7 stars based on 1,500+ reviews.
Designed for fine, flat hair, this volumizing shampoo provides five times fuller hair instantly, according to the brand. Enriched with amaranth peptides and rice protein, this vegan formula removes buildup and helps prevent hair damage. Right now, it is 30% off.
Commerce writer Danielle Murphy tested the Shark Flexstyle Air Styling and Drying System which was also a Shop TODAY Beauty Awards winner in 2023. "If you’re the type of person who can’t stand drying their hair, the Shark Flexstyle is going to make the process fly by," she explained. "In my opinion, it has the most powerful motor and the hottest heat setting, two major factors when it comes to drying strands quickly."
If you've been eyeing this T3 Aire IQ Intelligent Hair Dryer for a while, now is the perfect time to add to cart as it is $100 off. This smart blow dryer features a high-res display as well as three separate attachments including a quick dry concentrator, a style concentrator and a diffuser.
Ulta’s early Black Friday skin care deals
These bestselling pimple patches come in a pack of 30 and target blemishes and are safe for sensitive skin. With K-Beauty currently trending, these buzzworthy patches are a steal right now at under $4.
Associate producer Alexa Arent is a huge fan of this Estée Lauder night serum and said it's worth every dollar. She adds that she, her mom and her sister all use this hydrating serum on the regular. “It’s worth it because of its quality/value for sure!” she previously told us.
Formulated with hyaluronic acid, this oil-free serum helps reduce signs of aging and lock in moisture.
Suitable for all skin types, this lightweight cleansing balm from Clinique is a must. This dermatologist-recommended makeup remover is very gentle on the skin and gets rid of over 95% of face makeup, sunscreen and pollutants, according to the brand.
Dealing with bad acne? These clearing pads can help! This salicylic acid acne treatment comes in a pack of 60 pads and helps treat acne and prevent future breakouts. Score now for 30% off.
Ulta’s early Black Friday makeup deals
Get gorgeous brows instantly with this freeze gel from Anastasia Beverly Hills that helps shape and sculpt them to perfection. This versatile gel features a quick-drying formula, is dermatologist-tested and provides long-lasting hold.
Upgrade your makeup game with this Morphe powder brush that is on sale right now for 40% off. Made with silver ion-infused bristles, this affordable brush is great for applying setting powder or bronzer and has antibacterial benefits, according to the brand.
“I love the way blush and bronzer goes on with this brush," notes commerce editor Rebecca Brown. "It’s light and feathery, and the angled tip helps me get to the top of my cheekbones every time.”
This limited-edition flavor of Tarte’s bestselling lip product is very moisturizing and is available in a mask, balm, plumper and more.
Commerce writer Danielle Murphy tested the Maracuja lip balm and was blown away by its effectiveness. “Maybe it was the fatty acids and vitamins found in the maracuja oil; maybe it was the 10 different fruits infused into the formula; I’m no cosmetologist, but I do know that this made my lips feel incredibly plush,” she explained. “Not only that, but the color payoff was much more intense than expected. And it seems that the shine I saw on all those TikTok videos didn’t come from a filter after all. I somehow got a balm, color and gloss all in one product — and now I’m eager to get my hands on the other shades.”
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How we chose
We combed through hundreds of products on sale during Ulta's early Black Friday sale to determine the absolute best beauty deals by identifying expert recommendations from previous reporting on Shop TODAY and staff-tested award winners.
We also consider factors like a high average rating (of over four stars), the amount of verified shopper ratings (over 1,000) and specific user feedback.
