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I'm a health editor and these are the deals I'm stocking up on during Black Friday

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I'm a health editor and these are the deals I'm stocking up on during Black Friday

I love to score deals on gifts for loved ones, but there's nothing quite like stocking up on everyday items while they're on sale too. That's why I plan to take full advantage of the deep discounts on gifts and everyday essentials during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. As a shopping editor, I am constantly scanning retailers and know what sales are really worth your time. And right now, I cannot stress enough how it is the perfect time to stock up on more than just holiday gifts. Markdowns aren't exclusive to gifts, so you can restock our own shelves for a fraction of the price.

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I'm planning to snag great deals on everything from vitamins, paper towels, and sponges to gifts for the kids and things I've always wanted to try.

Over the last few weeks, I've been scouring Black Friday deals for the best bargains I can find. I've made a list, checked it twice, and now it's finally time to be a little naughty with my spending and nice to those on my gift list. Below are the bargains I'm most excited about during Black Friday.

Apple's 9th Generation iPad just hit a new low for Black Friday. It features a 10.2-inch Retina Display, A13 Bionic chip, 64GB, 12MP front and 8MP back cameras, Apple's Touch ID security and an all-day battery life.

$250 at Amazon
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$249 at Walmart$259 at Groupon

Only during Black Friday will you find 2nd generation AirPods for well under $100. Grab these wireless earbuds for $50 off and enjoy up to 24 hours of battery life. (Lightening charging case included!)

$80 at Amazon
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$80 at Walmart$120 at Adorama

Whether you want crystal clear sound or no around at all, Beats' Studio Pro Headphones are undoubtedly the Rolls Royce of headphones and this deal from Walmart is as good as it gets! 

$170 at Walmart

My son's soccer coach owns this jacket, and I can tell you every dad on the sidelines with him was jealous the morning he showed up with the jacket's warming light on. Since that practice, a couple of lucky dads have shown up at games wearing the heated Ororo jacket, and now thanks to this Black Friday deal, my husband gets to join the ranks of warm dads on the sidelines. It's battery-operated and fully adjustable to meet your heating needs. 

$110 at Walmart

Melt away the holiday madness with the INTEX PureSpa™ Plus Bubble Inflatable Hot Tub. This energy-efficient inflatable 4-person spa features a control panel that activates 140 high-powered massaging bubble jets surrounding the hot tub's interior.

$400 at Walmart

This complete "Mega" Ninja kitchen system comes with everything you need to make smoothies, juices and even dough!

$150 at Amazon
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$150 at Macy's$150 at Wayfair

I got this for myself to balance my water intake with my electrolytes and get a vitamin boost in the process. Never in a million years did I think my son would not only take it, but constantly use it! I have never seen him drink so much water. Needless to say, this was a winning mom-purchase and a new staple in my house. I really can't recommend the Vitapod system enough!

$51 at Vitapod

Flipbelt's exercise belts and leggings are my newest fitness obsession that every member of my family is getting. Not only are the belts great for stashing keys and your phone on a run, but the belts are also aces for safe travel since it's super thin and lightweight under clothes so you can safely stash money, hotel keys, credit cards and your phone. 

You can choose between a fitted belt to your size with a zipper closure or an adjustable belt with Velcro. There are also leggings with the same belt features that are lightweight and not see-through! And for the winter months, stick a couple of instant heat packs (think: Hot hands) in the belt for extra warmth and even a little heat therapy for aches and cramps. Love. These. Belts! 

25% off with coupon
$42 at Amazon

If there were ever a time to replace the vacuum, it's during a great black Friday sale and Walmart's deal on the Shark Navigator Lift-Away XL multisurface upright vacuum cleaner is exactly the type of deal I am talking about. 

I am a huge fan of Shark vacuums, so when this model went on sale over the summer (I paid $150 for mine!) I jumped on the deal. The Navigator Lift-Away model has an easy lift-away function that makes cleaning the stairs, ceiling fans and spiderwebs off the ceiling easy-peasy.

$200 at Walmart
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$199 at Staples

Speaking of vacuums, if stairs and ceiling fans aren't your problem, this handy little automatic vacuum is worth considering. This self-charging robot vacuum covers carpets, tiles and hardwood floors by self-adjusting to the different floor types and carpet pile levels, and even sync with your phone so you can always come home to clean floors! 

$159 at Walmart

If a cordless stick vacuum is on your list, this INSE Cordless 6-in-1 Rechargeable Stick Vacuum is a whopping 80% off. 

$100 at Amazon

With the winter months ahead, keeping an eye on your tire pressure is crucial. This handy little Portable Air Compressor makes it easy to ensure your tires are inflated to the optimal PSI thanks to the programmable PSI preset that automatically shuts the compressor down once the correct PSI is reached. 

I buying one for my newly-driving nephew for Christmas. I have no doubt he'll also appreciate being able to easily pump up a soccer ball, basketball or pool float!

$28 at Amazon

All Clorox air purifiers feature a True HEPA filter that removes 99.9% of mold, viruses, wildfire smoke, allergens, pet allergies, dust and more. What really sets these air purifiers apart for me is the ability to sync with my Alexa so I can run the air purifiers from my phone, meaning I can turn all the air purifiers up to max filtering while my family is away so we always come home to clean air. All models (small, medium and large) are on sale for Black Friday! 

$52 at Amazon
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$52 at Walmart$52 at Lowe's

I love Alo clothes, tennis dresses and especially the yoga mats. The yoga mats are thick, slip-proof, extra long and wide, incredibly durable and easy to clean. You can also snag a year subscription to the Alo Moves Online and App classes, including the new Yogalates classes for $99. There are tons of clothes and fitness accessories available on the Alo Moves website for over 60% off!

$55 at Alo Moves

If you are looking for the perfect fun gift for the Yoga lover in your life, Alo's Advent calendar is the perfect gift. And not just as an advent calendar but as a motivational calendar to give on Christmas to help your yogi stay on track with their 2024 fitness goals. In addition to coming with a year subscription to access unlimited Alo Moves online and app classes, each day you open a door to a beautiful gift that also reminds you to stay mindful of your fitness goals. 

$175 at Alo Yoga

Sutera's stone bath mat is a family favorite amongst AOL's editors (read our review here). If you are sick of wet bathmats, slippery floors, washing your bathmats, and even buying bathmats, this stone bath mat will change your life! It fully absorbs all drips and wet feet and dries in minutes. One thing we were leery of when testing was the slip factor, and we were all amazed by how slip-free and solid the bath was. A full 5 stars from me for sure! 

$46 at Amazon
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$55 at Macy's

I really can't say enough about Cozy Earth products in general, but the bamboo sheet sets are 100% worth the splurge! The sheets are made from 100% premium viscose from bamboo and are hands down the softest, most luxurious sheets I've ever slept on. Cozy Earth pajamas are also amazing!

$237 at Cozy Earth

Is it time to toss those pillows? Here's a deal that will make it easy to throw out the old to make room for the new, better, cooler night sleep with these Cozy Dream Series hotel quality premium plush fiber cooling pillows. Double the deal with the easy-clickable 15% coupon available on the Amazon listing. 

$30 at Amazon

I'm desperate to know if blow dryer brushes are really worth all the hype and I've finally found a price point I can stomach! This Nicebay hair dryer blow dryer brush has multiple heat settings and comes with five attachment heads for easy drying, straightening, curling and styling! 

$50 at Amazon

Imagine never having to pick up a razor again. Well, there's good news: Thousands of Amazon shoppers say it's possible with XSOUL At-Home IPL Permanent Hair Removal system. One reviewer said, "It works if you’re committed and consistent and have thick dark hair on light skin." If you're interested in an IPL device, I encourage you to read the reviews and ensure you are the right candidate for hair removal through light therapy. If so, this is one of the best IPL systems I have found after loads of research. 

$63 at Amazon

If you've ever wanted to try a 23andMe genetic DNA test, now is a perfect time, thanks to being over 50% off for Black Friday. My family did this test about three years ago, and I still regularly check my account for updates to DNA testing discoveries and new DNA relatives. This 23andMe test features health and ancestry personal genetic DNA testing that will give insights to health predispositions, carrier status, wellness, and trait reports, and let you know about DNA relatives who have also tested throughout the world!

$229 at Amazon

My everyday essential list

With the cost of everyday essentials soaring, I'm also using Black Friday deals to stock up on household goods I use every day. Here are a few things at the top of my list I'm snagging at super deep discounts.

  • Orgain Hydrolyzed Grass Fed Collagen Peptides Powder, Unflavored, 20g Collagen

    $22$35
    Save $13
  • Orgain Organic Vegan Plant Based Protein Powder, Peppermint Hot Cocoa, 21g Protein

    $20$34
    Save $14
  • Johnson & Johnson Travel Ready Portable Emergency First Aid Kit

    $11$16
    Save $5
  • Nature's Bounty Hair Skin and Nail Vitamins With Biotint

    $8$9
    Save $1

Your Black Friday Shopping Guide: See all of Yahoo’s Black Friday coverage, here. Follow Engadget for Black Friday tech deals. Learn about Black Friday trends on In The Know. Hear from Autoblog’s experts on the best Black Friday deals for your car, garage, and home, and find Black Friday sales to shop on AOL, handpicked just for you.

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