Cult Beauty Student Discount: Your Secret Weapon This Black Friday

Black Friday isn’t just about bagging a new pair of trainers or upgrading your tech — it’s also the moment beauty lovers wait all year for. And when it comes to luxury skincare and cult-favourite brands, Cult Beauty is where the real magic happens. From Charlotte Tilbury to The Ordinary, students have been filling their baskets fast — and our data shows exactly how this beauty haven performs when the discounts drop. We’ve looked at the numbers from last year’s Black Friday to reveal what students are really shopping for, which brands are trending, and how savvy beauty fans can make the most of this year’s deals with our Cult Beauty student discount.

Top key insights

Lip balms are the winter survival essential

Colder weather = more chapped lips, and last year, students absolutely cleared out Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm. It’s cute, pocket-sized, and gives you that “effortlessly put together” vibe during 9am lectures. Plus, it’s the ultimate secret Santa gift that actually gets used (don’t say we didn’t warn you—your mates will steal it).

Setting sprays = All night staying power

Who wants their makeup melting off before the club even opens? No-one! Enter Charlotte Tilbury's iconic Setting Spray, aka the MVP of big nights out, pub crawls, and library marathon sessions (caffeine sweats, anyone?). It’s basic beauty insurance, and every student was in on the secret.

Value sets were the smart money move

Students are savvy, and last year proved it. Value sets and kits were everywhere in the top sellers. Why buy one product when you can get a whole bundle for a steal? It’s the perfect way to try new things or get a full routine sorted without breaking the bank. Maximum value, minimum spend – it’s a win-win.

Premium products are a justified splurge for party season

This is where the FOMO gets real. Cult favourites like the Charlotte Tilbury Setting Spray and Huda Beauty easy bake powder sold out fast. Why? Because everyone wants their makeup to last all night at the Christmas party and a signature scent that turns heads. It’s that one luxurious treat-you-sell purchase that feels so worth it.

Black Friday Favourites*

Product Name	Why Students Love It
Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm- £23	Hydrates, shines, and makes you look put-together—even on 4 hours sleep.
Jo Loves A Home Candle- £55	A stunning candle that looks great on your shelves and smells heavenly.
KAYALI Vanilla 28 Duo Set- £79	Luxe scents, affordable splurge, and insta-worthy for your desk or dresser.
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray- £32	Makes your makeup absolutely bullet-proof from pre-drinks to the afters.
Huda Beauty Easy Bake Powder- £34	Smoothing, baking, and TikTok-approved—your makeup routine, levelled up.

*Based on products sold from Cult Beauty using a Student Beans discount code from 17th November-3rd December 2024

Why Cult Beauty has your back this Black Friday

Let’s get straight to it: Black Friday is your beauty glow-up moment, and Cult Beauty is making it ridiculously easy to live your best life without splashing all your loan. The products topping wishlists this year are serious must-haves—think iconic lip balms, party-proof makeup, and luxury perfume sets for the price of a Pret lunch. That’s how you keep your bathroom shelf stacked and your wallet happy.

The best bit? All these student favourites are a one-way ticket to practical, everyday wins. Forget buyer’s remorse—everything from Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm to the Huda Beauty easy bake powder will get used before you can say “January exam season.”

So don’t be the only one still shopping full price. Grab your mates, compare baskets, and get your hands on the big Black Friday discounts with your shiny Cult Beauty student discount. Christmas gifts, self-care, or a just-because treat—why not do it all? Your future self (and your bank balance) will say cheers.

Plus, check out all of our amazing Black Friday deals and student discounts to help you save even more money this year.

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