20 Best Gifts on Sale for Black Friday, Handpicked by a Shopping Pro

Isabella Cavallo

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Editor Favorite

ULTA Beauty Collection Pink Plush Spa Headband

Now 40% Off

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Who it’s for: Those with daily skincare routines can benefit from this plushy headband that keeps hair out of the way while washing their face or doing their makeup.

Why we picked it: This is a great stocking stuffer for less than $5 this Black Friday.

The details: This wraparound headband prevents my bangs and hairline from getting wet when I wash my face in the sink. And the girly, pink bow is adorable.

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Galison 500-Piece Bow Bridge Jigsaw Puzzle

Now 30% Off

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Who it’s for: Puzzle lovers and New Yorkers.

Why we picked it: The winter scenery is fitting for the holiday season. I’m a fan of puzzles and find that the brand’s quality is top-notch.

The details: This 500-piece puzzle depicts the Bow Bridge in Central Park with snow, ice skaters and NYC buildings in the background.

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Great Gift for Parents

Hawanik Minimalist AirTag Wallet

Now 38% Off

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Who it’s for: Sleek and minimalistic, this AirTag wallet is perfect for moms and dads who are always losing their valuables.

Why we picked it: We rated it our best value AirTag wallet for its slim design and minimalist style.

The details: With over 8,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, this wallet has 11 color options, RFID-blocking technology and can carry six cards and cash, all while staying small and compact.

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Juvia’s Place The Saharan Palette

Now 40% Off

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Who it’s for: This colorful palette is perfect for those who like vibrant makeup, especially if they have darker skin tones.

Why we picked it: It offers great value for the price, even when when not on sale. Our Beauty Lab experts and editors rated another palette from the brand the best eyeshadow palette with pigmented colors.

The details: Juvia’s Place is a Black-owned beauty brand that creates pigmented makeup with darker skin tones in mind. This palette includes matte and shimmer shades that are perfect for winter glam, including holiday reds, gold and greens. It’s currently 40% off.

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Ravensburger Disney Lorcana TCG Gateway

Now 55% Off

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Who it’s for: Kids (and adults!) over the age of 8 who enjoy card games.

Why we picked it: This Disney-themed game combines critical thinking skills and entertainment for kids.

The details: “I like how it uses classic Disney characters but encourages kids to use strategy and logic,” said one of our testers.

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Practical Gift They’ll Actually Use

Bombas Women’s Holiday Ankle Socks

Now 20% Off

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COSRX Snail Mucin Essence

Now 48% Off

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Who it’s for: This popular skincare product on social media is ideal for anyone looking to improve fine lines or those with acne-prone

Why we picked it: Our Beauty Lab scientists rated it our best overall facial essence, thanks to its lightweight and moisturizing properties.

The details: Beauty Lab Director Sabina Wizemann says the snail mucin in this essence “promotes skin repair and hydration.” The formula rejuvenates and moisturizes dry skin, which may help with fine lines and acne.

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Nguyen Coffee Supply Loyalty (Robusta & Arabica)

Now 15% Off

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Who it’s for: Coffee drinkers who make espresso and lattes.

Why we picked it: This Vietnamese-American-owned brand imports coffee beans directly from Vietnam for a stronger, bolder flavor.

The details: Nguyen Coffee Supply sells whole and ground beans. This coffee blend contains Arabica and Robusta beans, the latter of which intensifies the flavor and raises the caffeine content.

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Good Housekeeping Toy Awards Winner

Make It Real LinXo Creator Set

Now 40% Off

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Who it’s for: Kids and teens above the age of 6 who enjoy crafts.

Why we picked it: This set is a Good Housekeeping Toy Awards winner and is currently 40% off. One 12-year-old tester loved the creatures you can make with this set and said “the lizard was adorable.”

The details: Kids can play with this set’s 650 flexible pieces that link together to create 13 unique projects, bracelets and figures.

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Good Housekeeping Bedding Award Winner

Bedsure Sherpa Fleece Throw Blanket

Now 41% Off

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Who it’s for: Available in 26 colors and five sizes, this soft blanket is perfect for college students’ dorm rooms or adults’ living rooms.

Why we picked it: Our experts gave this blanket a 2023 Good Housekeeping’s 2023 Bedding Award. Testers said it felt luxurious and lightweight yet warm.

The details: With over 72,000 five-star Amazon reviews, this sherpa fleece blanket earned perfect scores for softness and comfort from testers. “I’m impressed by how warm and cozy it is,” says Monique Valeris, Home Design Director.

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Oprah’s Favorite Things Pick

Dearfoams Hannah Chenille Knit Clog Slipper

Now 36% Off

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Who it’s for: Women who prioritize comfort and want slippers for indoors and outdoors.

Why we picked it: Our Textile Lab experts and editors own and love these slippers, calling them cozy and supportive. These made Oprah’s 2024 Favorite Things list.

The details: Home & Apparel Reviews Analyst Amanda Constantine said these slippers are supportive with a soft insole. “I love the slide-on style because I can roll out of bed and slip them on my feet with zero effort,” she shared said.

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Cuisinart CWO-25 Electric Wine Opener

Now 23% Off

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Urban Outfitters Silence + Noise Whitney Foldover Long Sleeve Top

Now 40% Off

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Who it’s for: Fashionistas will love this classy, elegant top that channels Y2K styles.

Why we picked it: Our Textile Lab experts point to Urban Outfitters as one of the best online clothing stores, and the brand’s Black Friday sale is impressive. Off-the-shoulder tops are a very trendy style right now, and I personally own and love this top for winter parties and dinners.

The details: The sweater is made of rayon and spandex and comes in five colors, in sizes XS-XL. A 40% discount will be applied when you add the item to your cart.

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Crocs Classic Clog

Now 40% Off

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Who it’s for: Teens, kids, swimmers, campers, college students or anyone in need of shower shoes or comfortable slip-ons.

Why we picked it: Our Textile Lab experts are fans of the EVA material and clog design.

The details: With over 25,000 five-star reviews, these shoes are sturdy and popular among teens. The textured outer sole will help prevent wearers from slipping in showers (at a campsite or in college dorms) or on pool decks.

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AMYO Boyfriend Mini Hoops

Now 20% Off

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Who it’s for: Tweens, adults and anyone with their ears pierced and wears gold jewelry will like these minimalist hoops.

Why we picked it: Perfect for one ear piercing or for stacking with other earrings, these gold hoops are stylish and great quality.

The details: A thick gold plate on these earrings create the look and appearance of solid gold earrings for a fraction of the price. There is a hinge closure, so you don’t need to worry about losing the backing.

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JBL Clip 4

Now 38% Off

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Who it’s for: Hikers, beach-goers, bikers or anyone who likes to listen to music while on the go.

Why we picked it: Our experts ranked the JBL Clip 4 as the best Bluetooth speaker for travel. “The treble and mid-range on this speaker sound great and are suitable for most listening applications,” one of our testers said.

The details: Clip this portable, mini speaker onto any backpack, tote bag or bike.

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Velvet Caviar Vibe Checkered iPhone Case

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Who it’s for: Teens and adults.

Why we picked it: The vintage-inspired design is popular right now, and Velvet Caviar is know for their durable cases.

The details: Right now, you can buy one, get one free.

RELATED: The Most Popular iPhone 16 Cases

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Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera

Now 22% Off

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Who it’s for: Kids, teens and young adults interested in photography or scrapbooking.

Why we picked it: One of my favorite gifts I’ve ever been given is this camera. We rated this the best camera for kids for its easy-to-use features, selfie mode and instant development.

The details: It prints pictures out within five seconds of snapping a photo. “The pictures come out nice, and it’s super easy to both charge and to turn on and off by just twisting the lens,” a Lab pro noted.

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Amazon Kindle

Now 23% Off

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Who it’s for: Book lovers who read in all their free time.

Why we picked it: Our Tech Lab experts consistently rank Amazon Kindle models as some of the best e-Readers. “When I held both models in one hand, the Kindle felt [easy] to grasp and turn pages single-handedly,” said Senior Reviews Writer & Analyst Olivia Lipski.

The details: An Amazon Kindle can fit thousands of books in one small, light, thin gadget.

READ MORE: Kindle vs. Kindle Paperwhite: Which One Should You Buy?

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Staffer Favorite

Brooklinen Waffle Robe

Now 25% Off

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Who it’s for: Men and women who love a good robe.

Why we picked it: Commerce Editor Lauren Gruber found it “super absorbent” and loved that it felt “comforting and warm without feeling too hot.”

The details: Brooklinen is a top-tested brand that our Lab pros highly recommend. This robe has a waffle-towel feel that absorbs quickly. It comes in unisex sizes XS-XL.

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Isabella (she/her) covers commerce and product-related content in the home, lifestyle, fitness, technology and beauty. She graduated from Binghamton University in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in English: Literature & Rhetoric. Before joining GH, she was an editorial assistant at Prevention, where she covered health topics and celebrity news. 

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