As the nights draw in and a festive glow starts to creep into shop windows, beauty lovers everywhere are sharpening their eyes for the deals to beat.
And this year, Space NK is already getting in on the action by teasing early Black Friday bargains, building anticipation, and treating us to mid-season steals before the official blowout begins. Whether it’s that luxe serum you’ve had your eye on, a sleek fragrance you’ve been meaning to try, or a cult skincare staple you’re ready to stock up on – now’s the time to plan strategically.
From flash sales across haircare and beauty to members-only perks, Space NK’s early offers let you dip your toes in the discount waters before the deep end of Black Friday weekend.
When is Black Friday?
In the UK and most of the retail world, Black Friday takes place on the Friday after Thanksgiving. In 2025, that falls on November 28.
Are there early deals ahead of the main sale?
Absolutely! Many retailers (including Space NK) now offer pre-Black Friday early access deals in the weeks ahead. These may include partial discounts, flash promotions, bonus gifts, or members-only perks. Space NK regularly teases its Black Friday line-up in advance — for instance, in 2025 they already have a Black Friday waitlist up to alert customers to their upcoming beauty deals.
What were the best deals from 2024, and can we expect these again?
In 2024, Space NK offered up to 25 per cent off across many beauty categories, including skincare, makeup, bath & body, and haircare.
Some standout offers included Olaplex’s No.3 Hair Perfector and No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner (both currently 20 per cent off) being featured as popular picks during the event.
While exact repeats aren’t guaranteed, many brands tend to return to similar discount levels or at least partial versions of their headline offers (especially best-sellers). It’s wise to track last year’s top sellers and be ready when discounts drop.
Why you can trust Standard Shopping’s Black Friday coverage
At Standard Shopping, we live and breathe the deals calendar. Our team monitors retailer rumours, insider alerts, price histories, early emails, and leaked offer pages, all so you don’t waste time chasing smoke.
We aim to call the genuine deals early, spot fakes (Space NK itself has warned customers about fraudulent Black Friday adverts), and compare offers across UK and US markets. When we say a discount is real, verified, and worth your click, it’s because we’ve checked behind the scenes.
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Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream 100ml
Every inch of The Rich Cream is a luxurious experience; from the packaging, to the bottle to the formula itself. One of the heroes in the Augustinus Bader collection, it is the embodiment of 30 years of research, combining anti-ageing benefits, while nourishing the complexion at the same time. As is clear from the name, this is a counterpart to the original and lighter The Cream with a more intense, thicker composition, but it remains an easily absorbed moisturiser that is gulped down greedily by parched skin without leaving a greasy finish.
The brand’s signature and proprietary TFC8 is at the heart and is a blend of natural amino acids, vitamins and synthesized molecules to enrich the skin with important nutrients to even out texture and firmness at the same time. This is combined with argan, avocado and evening primrose oil that are ultra moisturising and restorative with calming and soothing benefits. This cream can be used by all skin types, even those with acne-prone as it’s non-comedogenic and sensitive as it’s vegan and free from nasties like sulphates and silicone, for a healthy, dewy glow.
Two pumps of the product are all you need to layer onto the face, neck and decollete so a little goes a long way, making that initial layout seem far more palatable.
It is now available in a travel-friendly 100ml size.
Was: £240
Buy now £192.00, Space NK
Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6
Ready to step up your evening routine? Medik8’s retinal serum is one of the best options on counters today.
Retinaldehyde is a vitamin A derivative that’s one step closer to prescription tretinoin than retinol, meaning you’ll see visible results faster - think smoother fine lines, clearer pores and more even tone. Medik8 formulates it in a hydrating cream-serum base, so it feels cushioned rather than harsh on the skin. Crystal Retinal 6 is a mid-strength option in their range, ideal if you’ve used retinol before and want to level up.
Apply after cleansing on your retinoid nights only.
Was: £69
Buy now £55.20, SpaceNK
Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream
With immediate glow and plumping benefits, it is no wonder that Tatcha’s The Dewy Skin Cream has become a cult buy. The Japanese label has infused its day cream with botanical extracts and its signature Okinawa algae ingredient which is renowned for its intense hydration.
There is also Japanese purple rice, an antioxidant to support the skin against external aggressors. The rich purple-hued cream is thick so a little goes a long way yet is soothing and non-comedogenic.
Was; £67
Buy now £53.60, Space NK
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
Whether it’s the harsh winter, stuffy heating or blaring sun, our lips never seem to catch a break. Stop parched pouts in their tracks with Laneige and its hero lip mask, designed to work overnight but can really be applied any time that you notice your lips are dry, flaky or cracking.
It is hugely hydrating but also gently exfoliates to remove dead skin cells. The formula is made up of antioxidants including vitamin C and it comes in an array of fragrances including sweet candy, berry, lemon sorbet, chocolate, grapefruit and vanilla. LANEIGE is a Korean label credited as an authority on water-based hydration heroes - this product is a case in point.
Was: £22
Buy now £17.60, Space NK
SUMMER FRIDAYS Lip Butter Balm
SUMMER FRIDAYS is a brand that counts Hailey Bieber herself among its fan base (as well as Kim Kardashian and Jessica Alba, to name but a few). The vegan formula contains shea butter as well as murumuru that gives it a nourishing, creamy texture that’s restorative and healing to parched pouts. Opt for the clear vanilla for the closest finish to the Rhode option or there’s poppy or vanilla beige too.
Was: £23
Buy now £18.40, Space NK
Living Proof Perfect Hair Day (PhD) Advanced Clean Dry Shampoo
Living Proof changed the entire dry shampoo game with the launch of its original formula - but more on that below. The Advanced is the hugely coveted follow up with an even more supercharged dry shampoo experience.
It is designed to leave you with cleaner hair by absorbing oil and sweat. Not superficially but scientifically by removing the causes of greasy hair to turn back the no-wash clock. But taking this one step further, it helps to balance out the sebum on the scalp to actually leave you with fresher-looking locks for longer. Ideal if you live in a highly polluted area, it leaves softness and shine without the cast and counteracts the effects that external aggressors may have on your hair.
Was: £27
Buy now £21.60, Space NK
Phlur Vanilla Skin Eau De Parfum
There is always a sense of familiarity with the Phlur fragrance collection, from the TikTok-viral Missing Person to its newer Vanilla Skin scent. What the brand does well is to offer a recognisable, comforting touch that draws you in and then turns it on its head.
For the latter aroma, it does this by setting the decadent note of vanilla with all its creamy sweetness that you would expect with the spice of pink pepper. This is combined as the opener before drying down with sandalwood for a deep, warming finish.
Was: £139
Buy now £111.20, Space NK
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish
This pressed powder was borne out of the extensive expertise of renowned makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury to provide an airbrush finish with all-day appeal. There is a reason why it is one of the most popular pressed powders in the UK (and around the world) and in fact, one of these products is sold every minute - such is a testament to its quality.
The micro powder gets to work immediately offering a smoothing, perfecting finish and comes in four shades; fair, medium, tan and deep - although the latter could be more so.
Was: £39
Buy now £31.50, Space NK
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
What’s rare is coming across a teenager who isn’t already an avid user of the Soft Pinch Liquid Blush. A little goes a long way with this brilliant piece of kit, which means that just one bottle is set to last you a lifetime. With a weightless feel and a long-lasting, blendable formula, this product is the perfect soft blush when applied correctly.
Was: £24
Buy now £19.20, Space NK
What is Black Friday?
Black Friday is the major shopping event that follows the US Thanksgiving holiday. It’s become a global phenomenon in retail, marking the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season. Retailers slash prices, run limited time offers, and compete for attention with deals on everything from tech and home goods to beauty and fashion.
When is Cyber Monday?
Cyber Monday is the digital counterpart to Black Friday – taking place on the Monday immediately following it (so in 2025, December 1). It’s become a designated time for online-only deals, especially in beauty, electronics, and fashion.
