We have officially reached the very first weekend of 2025! To celebrate, we found all the best sales happening this weekend — on things like clever beauty products, useful gadgets, and even the boring ol’ basics — in case you’re looking for a little treat (or just need to restock some essentials). Some are here for a good time, not a long time, so make sure to snap up the goods before someone else does!
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Maintaining your facial hair can feel like a chore, but it’ll be a lot easier once you snag yourself this genius trimmer. It’s sharp enough to cut through the thickest hairs, with 20 different blade lengths, so you can customize your beard look with just the twist of its adjustment wheel. Reviewers say it gives them a neat, even trim and doesn’t require them to pore over instructions before getting started.
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Sleek and minimalist, this shoulder bag still manages to be large enough to fit all your essentials. It has a zippered closure for extra peace of mind when you’re bopping around town, and you can choose between sumptuous suede or smooth ivory leather (depending on your style).
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They may look small, but these solid bars can actually replace up to two bottles of regular product — while treating your locks to the same level of care, too. Rice water is prized for its ability to strengthen and protect tresses, which means this formula is ideal for anyone with particularly parched, brittle, stressed, or overprocessed hair. The formula is also free of any icky, unpronounceable additives, with reviewers saying they’ve actually quit using their fancy-schmancy brands after using it.
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Nabbing this three-piece kit is the best way to get your hands on the brand’s most iconic products. Each one promises to deliver major hydration, resulting in a serious glow you’ve likely seen all over your FYP. When the weather is blustery, and the winds are cold, you’ll be glad to have these hydration heroes on your side.
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Mini skirts may get all the spotlight, but this edgy style is a standout in a sea of standard styles. It features a distressed hem for extra edge, a surprisingly high slit (both for aesthetics and for ease of movement), and an on-trend crossover waist that’ll define your curves and pair well with oversized toppers.
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Why go to a coffee shop when you can make café-quality beverages right in your own home? Still based on the brand’s clever pod system (they’re recyclable, by the way), this edition offers you plenty of steaming and frothing options for a completely bespoke cup. It’s also self-cleaning and has auto settings to make the process — and care — even simpler.
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When you don’t feel like lugging your bag, make the swap to this petite clippable style. It may not have the space for wallets and phones, but what it does have is interior card slots, an exterior card holder for your most-used plastic, a zippered closure, and a water-repellant coating that’ll keep your cash, coins, and cards safe from the elements.
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Save your cash on the pricey options because reviewers say these sponges are the best in the biz. They’re soft and not too absorbent, so you can actually put the product on your face (instead of it getting sucked into the fibres). Their blending power is unparalleled, too, leaving you with a smooth canvas for your makeup creations — even on textured skin.
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We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: a classic is a classic for a reason. This relaxed-fit tee is just the thing for layering with sweaters, rocking under a polished blazer, or pairing with your favourite pair of joggers. Because it’s totally opaque, you won’t have to stress about revealing your undergarments (and it’s made of drapey cotton jersey for added comfort).
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If you’re dreaming of bouncier skin in 2025, start with this lightweight gel cream. Hard-hitting hyaluronic acid tackles dryness and dehydration, while niacinamide works to reduce discolouration and dark spots, leaving you with a smooth, moisturized canvas. Unlike some other creams that only seem to work for a few hours tops, this one keeps delivering hydration all day long — especially good during the colder months.
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Ultra-speedy and ultra-sharp, it doesn’t really matter what you throw inside this powerful blender — it’ll blitz it all in seconds. In 45 seconds (or less), you’ll be left with velvety soup, creamy dips, or perfect smoothies. Thanks to its ridged sides, you won’t have to waste precious time scraping down the sides (or tackling un-blended ingredients hiding at the bottom).
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It might be technically called a hoodie, but don’t let the name fool you — this is a fully insulated, ultra-cozy, winter-weather-ready topper that’ll keep you toasty when you’re outdoors. Thanks to some fancy stitching, the down fill will always stay right where it’s meant to, and if you need extra protection against the elements, the hood and hem are both cinchable.
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Stars like Jessica Alba (not to mention tons of #beautytok influencers) are obsessed with these hydrogel masks that promise to tackle things like puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, and dryness — and tackle them they do. Unlike other brands’ eye masks, these are extra juicy, delivering tons of hydration in just a few minutes. Reviewers find them soothing and say they make their peepers look more awake in a flash.
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Equally useful as an additional layer in the winter as it is a light blanket in the summer, this cozy topper will surely become an MVP in your household. After using (and washing) it regularly, reviewers say it’s never lost its shape, pilled, or shrunk. A large part of its appeal lies in the fabric: the waffle weave is soft and plush while still being lightweight.
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Polished enough for the office, comfy enough for the weekends — these trousers do it all. They also happen to be sweat-wicking and roomy in the bum and thighs to prevent pinching, rolling, and squeezing.
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Popping one of these eucalyptus-mint pods into your shower will work wonders on stuffy noses (which is especially great news during cold season). The trick is to leave it *just* outside your shower stream — the steam will activate the essential oils and your pod will last for a lot longer, rather than just getting rinsed down the drain. You’ll get a pack of 15 steamers.
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Fact: winter is soup season. So the next time you’re craving a warm bowl, make sure to whip out this appliance — it’ll heat and blend in under 18 minutes, but it can also whisk up chunky stews, compote, and smoothies. Reviewers love that it’s both space-saving and easy to use, freeing them up to make appetizers, main courses, or do just about anything other than slave over a hot stove.
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Use it to add privacy, protect your furniture from UV rays, or just dress up your windows — and you can forget about the sticky, messy glues, too. This stuff is self-adhesive and can be applied using only water, with reviewers adding that it’s quick and simple to remove if you ever change your mind.
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Fighting with extra-dry or sensitive skin? Slip on a pair of these gloves for near-instant relief. Each one is infused with probiotics, oat extract, and shea butter to restore your skin’s moisture barrier while soothing irritation in 10 minutes. Reviewers report that they also help ease itchiness in the process. If your feet are in need of TLC, too, the foot masks are on sale right now, too.
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Burnt toast? Not on your watch. This two-slice appliance has a control dial that gives you the power to choose your level of toasty-ness, while offering several convenient presets for different types of baked goods to make things even easier. If you’re the impatient type, you’ll love that it has a progress dial so you can keep a watchful eye on things.
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It’s about time you took this cult-fave toner for a spin. This edition is free of irritants (like alcohol), making it a dream for anyone looking to add moisture, reduce pore visibility, and balance your skin’s pH. Reviewers say that with regular use, they noticed fewer breakouts, smoother texture, and less frequent flare-ups of eczema and rosacea.