Ulta Black Friday 2025 Vs. Cyber Monday: Are the Early Discounts Actually Worth It?
By Maya Lin-Takahashi
Discount percentages mean little without available inventory. The most significant liability of holding out for Ulta Cyber Monday deals was out-of-stock notices on trending items. Social media communities tracking beauty markdowns noted rapid sell-outs across prestige items within hours of early access kicking off.
Luxury fragrance gift sets were the first to vanish. By Saturday morning, popular designer sampler sets and full-size perfume sets were largely out of stock both online and in regional stores. Consumers who waited for a potential Cyber Monday coupon discovered that while the coupon landed as predicted, their target items were long gone. For gift buyers targeting specific brand collections, buying during the initial Black Friday window proved necessary to secure inventory.
Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.
