The Aporia · Ulta’s Early Black Friday sale has Clinique, Medicube and more up to 50% off

Ulta has started its Early Black Friday sale with discounts of up to 50% off on brands like Clinique, Medicube, Tarte, and others through November 21. The sale features popular items such as a bestselling Tarte concealer and Clinique’s cleansing balm, both highly rated by users. Additionally, the article highlights deals on skin care products from brands including Skin1004, Mediheal, Cosrx, and Milani, offering up to 30% off. The piece emphasizes that these limited-time offers are ideal for stocking up on beauty essentials and finding early holiday gifts.

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Ulta's Early Black Friday sale has begun, offering discounts of up to 50% off on various beauty brands like Clinique, Medicube, and Tarte through November 21. Customers can take advantage of limited-time deals and buy one, get one free offers for bulk shopping. One standout deal is the bestselling concealer from Tarte, which has a full-coverage matte finish and lasts up to 16 hours. Another highlight is Clinique’s cleansing balm, favored by NBC Selected staff for its ability to remove waterproof makeup easily.

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Why these deals are worth it These Ulta Early Black Friday deals are worth shopping for a number of reasons, including limited-time deals of up to 50% off your favorite brands, along with buy one, get one discounts that are ideal for bulk shopping.

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🔮 Below, I gathered some of the sale’s best deals — but be sure to shop while you can, as supplies may not last.

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Ulta’s Early Black Friday sale has officially kicked off, making it the perfect time to stock up on your favorite makeup, skin care, hair care and more ahead winter. asserted

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It’s also a great chance to grab some early holiday gifts, with deals of up to 50 percent off brands like Clinique, Medicube, Tarte and more running through November 21. asserted

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Below, I gathered some of the sale’s best deals — but be sure to shop while you can, as supplies may not last. uncertain

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The best beauty and skin care deals from Ulta’s Early Black Friday sale 2026 4.7-star average from 37,880+ reviews at Ulta This bestselling concealer from Tarte has a full-coverage, matte finish and lasts for up to 16 hours, according to the brand. uncertain

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It’s especially great for oily and combination skin types, since it doesn’t crease, and has a jumbo wand that makes for an easier application. asserted

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I love using it to melt off my makeup at the end of the day, especially when I’m wearing waterproof formulas that can be harder to remove. asserted

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The formula includes safflower seed oil to help break down dirt, and is safe for sensitive skin, according to the brand. uncertain

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4.7-star average from 4,060+ reviews at Ulta This hydrating essence includes snail mucin and hyaluronic acid to add moisture to dry skin, along with allantoin and panthenol to help calm redness or irritation. asserted

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While I tend to use hypochlorous acid sprays when my skin feels inflamed, during my daily skin care routine I love using this essence to rebalance and calm my skin after exfoliating. asserted

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I’m an associate SEO reporter for NBC Selected who’s been covering skin care, hair care and body care for more than three years. asserted

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I frequently report on beauty deals during big sales events like Amazon Prime Day, along with weekly reporting on sales and deals from our favorite beauty brands and retailers, including Ulta and Sephora. asserted

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