Boots Black Friday 2026 Guide: Dates, Star Gifts, and How to Stack Savings

Boots Black Friday is one of the best times of year to stock up on beauty, gifting, and everyday essentials — as long as you shop with a plan (and don’t accidentally turn “toothpaste” into a £120 basket).

Before you start adding to basket, take 30 seconds to check Groupon’s Boots promo codes. If a code works on what you’re already buying, that’s instant extra savings.

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Know the Black Friday 2026 date so you can plan ahead

Black Friday 2026 is on Friday 27 November 2026. Boots typically runs promotions across November, so you usually don’t need to wait until the day itself to start spotting deals.

Start checking deals early if you want the best choice

Boots Black Friday offers often roll out in waves throughout November (and usually continue into Cyber Monday). That longer run works in your favour: you can compare prices properly and avoid last-minute panic-buying.

• Best move for gift shopping: buy your “safe wins” early (gift sets, staples), then watch for better weekly deals on premium items.
• Best move for electricals: wait until you see a price you’d genuinely be happy to pay — not just a flashy percentage.

To keep an eye on what’s live, check the Boots Black Friday page regularly during November.

Use Star Gifts to find the biggest headline discounts

Star Gifts are Boots’ rotating weekly offers and they’re often where the strongest, easiest-to-spot bargains appear — especially on gift sets and seasonal picks.

If you’re short on time, this is the section to check first. You can also keep an eye on Boots’ Christmas weekly offers page during the run-up.

How to tell if a Star Gift is actually worth buying

• Compare bundle vs single-item pricing: some sets look generous but aren’t cheaper per item.
• Prioritise things you’ll use: refills, staples, gifting, and proven favourites beat “maybe one day.”
• Move fast on popular picks: premium sets and electricals can sell out early.

Stack savings so your Black Friday basket costs less

Boots deals can be even better when you stack the extras that are easy to miss — points, app offers, and discount codes.

Use the Boots Advantage Card every time

If you’re shopping Black Friday at Boots, using your Advantage Card is one of the simplest wins. You’ll earn points on qualifying spend and you may get access to member pricing and personalised offers.

• Tip: make sure your Advantage Card is linked in the Boots app so you don’t miss app-only offers.
• Extra tip: if you already have points, Black Friday can be a good time to spend them on essentials or gifting to cut your out-of-pocket total.

If you want the full breakdown, your Boots Advantage Card guide covers how points and member perks work.

Try a discount code before you pay

Once your basket is set, check Groupon’s latest Boots discount codes. Codes don’t always apply to every brand or promotion, but it’s always worth a quick try.

Target the Boots categories that usually give you the best value

Boots runs deals across loads of departments, but these categories are typically the most rewarding during Black Friday season.

Buy beauty gift sets when you want easy wins

• Skincare routines and “hero product” bundles
• Makeup sets that include bestsellers (not just filler shades)
• Seasonal exclusives that make solid gifts

Buy electrical beauty when you’ve checked the real price

• Hair tools (dryers, straighteners, stylers)
• Oral care kits
• Skincare devices

Buy fragrance when sets beat single bottles

• Gift sets where the extras make the price worthwhile
• Multi-buy promotions (only if you were buying several gifts anyway)

Follow this simple Boots Black Friday shopping strategy

Do this before the sale starts

• Create a wishlist (website or app).
• Write down the usual price of your top items so you can spot a real discount.
• Set a budget that includes gifts and your own essentials.
• Log into the Boots app and check for personalised offers.

Do this during the sale

• Check Star Gifts first, then browse by category.
• Compare bundle vs single-item pricing (especially gift sets).
• Use your Advantage Card on every purchase.
• Try a discount code at checkout if it’s eligible on your basket.

Do this after you buy

• Check your points have tracked.
• Save your order confirmation/receipt for returns.
• Re-check the app — offers can change week to week.