I shop for a living and these are the Black Friday deals under $50 I’m telling my friends about

Unlock a complete HD experience! The Fire TV Stick Lite is a fabulous introduction to the Fire TV Universe. It’s backed by 42,000+ five-star fans and enables you to upgrade your TV-watching situation. It’s easy to set up and lets you watch shows and movies on Hulu, Netflix or whatever streaming service you want to try out. 

These water-resistant earbuds feature active noise cancellation and if you know you’re going to be away from charging stations for a while, the case carries a whopping 140 hours of life. For reference, that’s about 3,000 songs or 75 movies. You’ll get eight hours of charge from each earbud, and then you can fully charge the case in just 1.5 hours to top it off. 

This is a bonkers deal to get the most out of the pictures you take on your phone. It has a 10.1-inch frame and through the app, you can auto-rotate pictures and even display 15-second videos, thanks to the 16 GB of storage that it comes with. 

The folks at JBL have perfected the art of portable Bluetooth-compatible speakers they making an effort to save the planet with the JBL Go 3 Eco. This ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker (stocking stuffer sized!) is waterproof and made with 90% post-consumer recycled plastic and 100% recycled fabric on the speaker grille and it rocks just as well as JBL’s other favorite speakers. 

Add this set of baking dishes to your kitchen collection and you may never want to eat out again. Staub makes some of the best cookware in the business and the design is both classic and chic (they’re made in France!) which means they transition from oven to table beautifully. This deal gets you a 7.5 x 6-inch and 10.5 x 7.5-inch that nest inside each other for easy storage — all for over 40% off.  

You know Ugg for its cozy boots, but its home goods are just as soft and warm. Take this plaid throw blanket, for example. It comes in a pretty blue plaid or bright multi-color plaid print.

For the family member who does carpentry work out of the garage or gets chilly in their home office, a space heater can be a thoughtful gift that provides comfort (and saves money on electric bills). This Black and Decker version has a safety overheat setting, four temperature choices and is light enough to tote from room to room. Take this reviewer’s word for it: “This little heater will heat up your small space in a flash! It also keeps an average-sized bedroom extra cozy.” And at over 50% off, it’s a great value for your money.

If you love having hot coffee to sip on in the winter but don’t have the luxury of sitting next to your mug warmer, this insulated stainless steel tumbler from CamelBak is a darn good solution. No need to gulp down your latte before it gets cold — and it keeps your cold bevs cold longer than a regular glass as well.

These aren’t the topsiders that we love from Sperry, but the brand has been around for over 80 years, Sperry definitely knows a little something about the preppy aesthetic, rain or shine. These classic preppy duck boots are waterproof and warm, thanks to the thick fleece lining. Bring it on, winter!

It’s a good day anytime you can find a pair of jeans for less than $70, these days. But when they’re Levi’s and the jeans are comfy, cute and $36, your good day turns into a celebration. 

This sassy sweater will be the one you reach for on cozy days. Effortless and oversized with a soft knit material that’s both lightweight and warm, it has a unique eye-catching cut and comes in 27 different colors.

If you’re a creature of comfort, this is the shoe for you. Beloved by chefs, medical workers and kids alike, Crocs are lightweight, easy to clean, quick-drying and water-resistant — not to mention surprisingly trendy at the moment. These are lined for added comfort and pink for Barbie style. 

If you’re still struggling with a blow dryer in one hand and a brush in the other, allow us to introduce you to the wonders of the blow dry brush. Grab this one while you still can: The Nicebay Hair Straightener Brush is currently 74% off, plus there’s an extra $5 off coupon. 

Pro tip: If you just started using hyaluronic acid serum, misting your face with a soothing spray first will help with absorption. We’re partial to Mario Badescu’s mists (and so is Martha Stewart!) and this gift pack lets you try all the variations. 

With over 46,000 rave reviews from verified shoppers, this serum has a massive fan base — many of whom rave about how hydrated and bright their skin feels after use.

We all want to hang on to our hair just a little longer than it lets us. This apple cider vinegar serum claims to help with that by soothing, nourishing and hydrating your scalp, as well as exfoliating and unclogging hair follicles.