Inflation is crazy! So, will food go on sale for Black Friday? Well, Black Friday sales are mostly applied to clothes, electronics, and beauty. Why is this?
In truth, most clothing, electronics, and beauty products have incredibly high markups. An example of a markup is when something costs $2 for a company to make or purchase — but then sold for $20.
Thus, the profit margin per unit is $18. However, grocery stores don’t have the same profit margins. For grocery retailers, the profit margins are slim because they rely on consumers to buy a lot of it.
So, for instance, a widespread 40% markdown at a grocery store would be very difficult, especially because the astronomical increase of consumer demand in just one day (i.e. Black Friday) would greatly strain supply.
However, we do have some ways to help you save on electronics, skincare, and beauty. These tips may not directly save money on items like grocery. But, you can still buy devices that eliminate items like razors and shaving cream from your shopping list. These tips will also increase the longevity of your personal care product, plus they will save on skincare.
By sharing some of the best Black Friday sales on Amazon, we will demonstrate how to save money on personal care every year. While the products listed are definitely an investment, in the long run, they can help save you money and free up more disposable income (the money you have after the cost of living) for other everyday purchases.
Let’s start with shaving.
Ulike Laser Hair Removal, Air 10 IPL Hair Removal for Women and Men
42% off
$309 to $179
The is the Ulike Laser Hair Removal device utilizes Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). Cassandra loves this and has been using it for years. By emitting broad-spectrum light, it targets hair follicles, disrupts the hair growth cycle, and leads to long-term hair reduction. With consistent and long-term use, you’ll start seeing no hair at all.
Here are some of its highlights:
- Ice-Cooling Technology: Maintains a skin contact temperature of 65°F (18°C) during treatment
- Multiple Energy Levels: Allows users to adjust intensity settings according to comfort level and sensitive treatment areas.
- Full-Body Use
- Visible hair reduction around two to six weeks of use.
- Cost-effective
On average, men spend $42 per month on products like razors and shaving cream while women spend $39. That’s $468 to $502 a year!
However, purchasing the ULIKE for $279 during Amazon’s black Friday sale can save you over $200 dollars a year.
Eliminating items like razors, shaving creams, and after shave can maximize your yearly savings. Don't want to purchase the Ulike all at once? Amazon has options for monthly payments too.
Bestqool Red Light Therapy Device for Body, Skin. Near Infrared Light Therapy
Some studies suggest that red light helps the body to improve sleep and release melatonin. But is a red light panel truly worth the investment?
Well, there are so many high-cost sleep supplement subscriptions and programs out there anyways. But fortunately, you don’t have to buy a red LED panel over and over again or purchase a subscription.
According to Forbes, the global “sleep economy,” rings in at a whopping $432 billion a year. Likewise, 76% of Americans admit to purchasing a sleep aid to help them sleep."
Furthermore, the average American spends around $54 per month on sleep-related products. That’s $848 a year.
But, for $252, you can purchase the Bestqool Redlight Therapy and reduce (or at least partly reduce) your sleep aid costs.
They also have a full-body one here! The discount code for 10% off is: Redlight10.
iRestore LED Face Mask Light Therapy | Blue, Infrared & Red Light Therapy for Face (New!)
16% off
$252 to $299.00
Irestore also offers red LED which can help with graceful aging and inflammation of the skin. This mask also has blue LED, a wonderful acne treatment.
We all know how skin treatments can add up over time. When you keep going back for different skincare products, you’re more likely to end up with products you don’t need, especially during Black Friday. But, you can save money with a one-time purchase that has long-term use. Skincare devices can enhance your skincare’s efficacy and longevity. This enables fewer trips to the store.
There’s also the Red LED Solawave wand, more of a value buy.
Barisieur™ Tea & Coffee Alarm Clock
$451.00 USD to $386.00 USD
Save 14%
Cassandra has this and loves it. This is currently 16% off on their website, and on Amazon, it will probably go on sale closer to Black Friday.
The Barisieur™ Tea & Coffee Alarm Clock is a bedside alarm clock and coffee/tea brewing system. This gadget has a set timer, a cooler system for milk, a boiler, and a storage unit. Once your alarm goes off, you can literally roll over and have a cup of coffee, helping you get you out of bed.
By way of less grogginess and increased productivity, you can get an earlier start to your day and free up more of your time. While more time doesn’t necessarily mean more savings, having more time allows you to make the most of the time you have.
For example, you might have more time to cook every day as opposed to eating out, saving you money.
20% - 27% off storewide
DRMTLGY is having a storewide Black Friday on Amazon. Among other skincare concerns, DRMTLGY is a wonderful brand for graceful aging. This brand truly offers effective solutions to consumers. Consumers report that the vast majority of graceful aging products aren’t actually effective, leading to revolving and unnecessary purchases. But, when you buy a product that truly works, you can save money by purchasing fewer products, less often.
Here is one of Cassadra’s favorite products as well!
DRMTLGY Microdermabrasion Facial Scrub and Face Mask
These are just a few ways to truly save money during Black Friday 2024. Remember, the average Americans spend around $50 on personal care per month, and due to inflation, this would probably be around $65 to $75. So, to save money on personal care every year, save and share this guide!
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