I'm a beauty writer – here's what to expect in the Black Friday 2026 sales

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Dave, H. (2026, October 14). I'm a beauty writer – here's what to expect in the Black Friday 2026 sales. Evening Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/shopping/esbest/black-friday/black-friday-beauty-2026-deals-b1298814.html

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Evening Standard · collected 2026-10-14 · by Hansveni Dave

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A beauty writer at The Standard provides tips and insights on preparing for the Black Friday sales in 2026, noting that early planning is crucial given last year’s record-breaking online shopping numbers in the UK. The piece outlines expected deals from major retailers like Victoria Beckham Beauty (offering up to 20% off), Dyson (up to £150 off hair tools), and Cult Beauty and Lookfantastic (up to 30% off products). Early bird discounts on items such as Laneige’s lip sleeping mask, Dyson’s Airwrap multi-styler dryer, Prada Paradoxe Eau de Parfum, and Rare Beauty Positive Light Liquid Luminizer are highlighted.
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In preparation for the upcoming Black Friday on November 27, 2026, beauty writer Hansveni Dave advises consumers to start looking out for deals early, as online shopping records were broken in the UK last year. Dave recommends focusing on replenishing everyday essentials and trying new products at discounted prices during this period. The article highlights that major retailers like Boots and brands such as Prada, Laneige, and Dyson typically offer significant discounts, encouraging readers to plan ahead to avoid overspending. Cyber Monday falls on November 30, offering additional opportunities for deals.

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Boots Dyson Laneige Prada Standard

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Dyson ORG · 3× Laneige ORG · 2× Prada ORG · 2× Boots ORG · 1× Cult Beauty ORG · 1× Lookfantastic ORG · 1× Standard ORG · 1× Victoria Beckham Beauty ORG · 1×

Narrative

I know it feels early to gear up for Black Friday and Cyber Week, but with last year smashing records for online shopping in the UK, planning is imperative – particularly when it comes to the best Black Friday beauty deals.
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2026-10-14 · Evening Standard
I'm a beauty writer – here's what to expect in the Black Friday 2026 sales · assertive framing

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The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. asserted
journalism → support → readers
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. uncertain
we → purchase → commission
I know it feels early to gear up for Black Friday and Cyber Week, but with last year smashing records for online shopping in the UK, planning is imperative – particularly when it comes to the best Black Friday beauty deals. asserted
it → know → deals
Whenever I run out of a product, or realise I need to do a Boots run, I always sigh. asserted
I → run → run
It's one of my least favourite hauls to do – and I always end up with a huge dent in my bank account. asserted
I → do → account
But Black Friday means you can top up your go-to everyday products for a fraction of the price – and get yourself the odd new one to try too. asserted
you → mean → one
This approach also ensures I don’t come away from the sales with a plethora of products I don’t need or want. asserted
I → ensure → products
Black Friday falls on the fourth Friday of every month, so this year it's on 27 November. asserted
it → fall → November
But realistically, Black Friday deals start popping up towards the end of October, so you’ll need to start keeping an eye out for deals in the run-up. asserted
you → pop → up
And don’t forget about Cyber Monday, which this year falls on 30 November. asserted
which → forget → November
What Black Friday beauty deals can you expect? asserted
you → expect → deals
Last year we saw unmissable deals from nearly every major retailer. asserted
we → see → retailer
Victoria Beckham Beauty did its highest discount ever at 20 per centoff, Dyson offered up to £150 off its hair tools, and retailers like Cult Beauty and Lookfantastic offered up to 30 per cent off almost everything. asserted
retailers → do → everything
Laneige lip sleeping mask The perfect product to buy as we approach the colder months, LANEIGE’s lip sleeping mask in berry nourishes and softens dry lips. asserted
mask → buy → lips
A personal favourite, you can apply it before bed for a hydrated pout come morning, or layer it over lipstick and lip liner throughout the day. asserted
you → apply → day
If November is feeling a little too far away and you’re in need of a new hair tool, Dyson currently has a number of their hero products on sale. asserted
Dyson → feel → sale
Their Airwrap has six-in-one versatility and Bluetooth, allowing you to create a hair profile by answering six questions about your hair type and length, for an automated style sequence tailored to you. asserted
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Not only will Prada’s Paradoxe Eau de Parfum look gorgeous on any dresser, but its feminine, floral ambery fragrance will earn you countless compliments. asserted
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Light and crisp with notes of neroli, amber accords add warmth and long-lasting depth. asserted
accords → add → warmth
With 20 per cent off, why not get ahead with Christmas gifting? asserted
cent → get → gifting
While summer is on the out, glowy bouncy skin is not disappearing this winter. asserted
skin → disappear → out
I love to keep that healthy glow from within, using products like the Rare Beauty Positive Light Liquid Luminizer. asserted
I → love → Luminizer
The weightless liquid highlighter that delivers a soft, luminous finish. asserted
that → deliver → finish
Its light-reflecting pearl particles enhance your face's high points for a fresh, lit-from-within glow. asserted
particles → reflect → glow
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