Black Friday may be a teensy bit far away, but brands have already begun loading up on discounted items. This means that you don't have to wait until November 29 to get your hands, for the early bird access has got you covered.
Some purchases can be an investment, or perhaps you've been waiting a long time to get your hands on them. Hence, the early Black Friday sales access is everything you need to get what you want without breaking the bank.
From Lego and Ulta Beauty to Amazon and Walmart, we've rounded up some of the best deals for you to look out for before D-day rolls around.
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Some of the best early Black Friday deals to look out for
1) Ulta Beauty
The go-to brand for models, influencers, MUAs, and those who love toying with new makeup alike, Ulta Beauty has it all. What better way to kick start the holiday season than getting everything you need/want at axed rates? The brand is offering up to 50% off for Black Friday, and the list we've drafted below offers you the best deals:
Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator Gel Moisturizer: Now $10 (41% Off, was $17)
Live Tinted Hueglow Liquid Highlighter Drops: Now $10 (55% Off, was $22)
Smashbox Always Sharp Longwear Waterproof Kôhl Eyeliner Pencil: Now $19, (30% Off, was $27)
Estée Lauder Mini Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex Serum: Now $10 (50% Off, was $20)
2) Hoka
Hoka is one of the most reliable brands in the world of running, tried and tested, and the brand is offering massive price cuts of up to 50%, making this month the perfect time to make several purchases. Check out some of the products on sale for Black Friday on their official website:
Lifestyle Athletic Crew Sock: now $9 (50% off, was $18)
Logo Visor: now $14 (36.36% off, was $22)
ColdSnap Fleece Beanie: now $19 (40% off, was $28)
Airolite Run Gloves: now $19 (45% off, was $34)
Airolite Arm Sleeves: now $19 (40% off, was $32)
Sunrise Gpx LS Tee: now $29 (36% off, was $46)
3) Amazon
While Amazon may have its own version of the Black Friday sales, like Prime Day and Prime Early Deal Days, nothing beats the real thing. Tech-heads will be over the moon to learn that some of their favorite, most-coveted products are now going on sale at never-before-seen prices. Check out some of them below:
Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 Portable Powerstation: $459 (65% off, was $759)
Blink Outdoor 4 Cam: $40 (60% off, was $100)
Sony Bravia X90L 4K Ultra HD TV: Save up to $3,000.
Torras MiniMag 5,000mAh MagSafe Battery Pack: $42 (21% off, was $11)
Apple Watch Series 10: $366 (8% off, was $399)
Amazon Echo Show 8: $100 (33% off, was $150)
4) Target
As the nationwide favorite for shopping for the holidays, Target is only solidifying its reputation with these berserk Black Friday deals. Deals are soaring, reaching over 50% off, and it's only the early access. Check out just a few of these deals. For more information, head to the official Target website.
Beats Solo Buds True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds - Arctic Purple: $49.99 (37% off, was $79.99)
KitchenAid 5.5 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer - KSM55: $279.99 (38% off, was $449.99)
Instant Pot 6qt 9-in-1 Pressure Cooker Bundle: $59.99 (53% off, was $129.99)
Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven - Stainless Steel CTOA-122: $99.99 (56% off, was $229.99)
Tineco Go Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum: $149.99 (40% off, was $249.99)
Samsung 65" The Terrace Outdoor QLED 4K UHD Smart TV: Save up to $1,000
5) Walmart
As one of Target's competitors, Walmart is giving the chain a run for its money. With these astonishing price drops, the early sale will make every penny spent worth it. From Gaming chairs to outdoor Turkey fryers, (the latter of which is perfect for Thanksgiving) the chain has it all. Here are some deals to get in on ahead of Black Friday:
Keurig K-Express Essentials Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker (Matte Black): $29.88 on Nov 11th (49% off, was $59.00)
GTRACING Gaming Chair (PU Leather with Footrest & Adjustable Headrest, Red): $93.99 on Nov 11th (62% off, was $249.99)
Charbroil Big Easy® Outdoor Turkey Fryer and Air Fryer: $99.00 on Nov 11th (22% off, was $139.00)
Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones (Black, Apple W1 Chip): $99.00 (24% off, was $129.95)
Jessica Simpson Women's Puffer Coat (Long Maxi Puffer, Hooded, S-XL): $50.99 on Nov 11th (60% off, was $84.99)
Levi Strauss Signature Women's Mid Rise Bootcut Jeans (Sizes 2-28, Various Inseams): $15.00 on Nov 11th (40% off, was $24.98)
Cate & Chloe Bethany 18k White Gold Plated Hoop Earrings (with Swarovski Crystals): $15.99 on Nov 11th (86% off, was $115.00)
6) LEGO
LEGO sets are infamously pricey, and while they were once meant for children, the brand has since evolved to become a behemoth that sells collector's items, reimagined models of popular movies, etc. Now, at Target, a myriad of items have gone on sale ahead of Black Friday, offering everyone the chance to grab a set. Here's a list of some of these items:
Atari 2600 Console (2,532 pieces): $134 (44% off, was $240)
Baby Groot (476 pieces): $27 (51% off, was $55)
Infinity Gauntlet Thanos Set (590 pieces): $45 (44% off, was $80)
Ahsoka New Republic E-Wing vs. Shin Hati’s Starfighter (1,056 pieces): $64 (42% off, was $110)
Rapunzel’s Tower and The Snuggly Duckling (623 pieces): $50 (41% off, was $85)
Minecraft Legends: The Devourer Showdown Set (420 pieces): $22 (39% off, was $36)
Looks like for these brands, it's full steam ahead until Black Friday comes around. Only time will tell how each brand tops its own game on November 26.