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It’s that time of year when some of our favourite brands release their beauty advent calendars into the wild. And we're here to inform you that this might just be the best batch yet.
With all of our favourite beauty brands getting in on the action, there are some amazing savings to be had with some of the calendars containing over £1,000 worth of products for a fraction of the price. So, if you’re wondering which calendar is the best for value, look for further because we’ve tried and tested the best beauty advent calendars on the market right now, with options for every budget.
Cult Beauty Advent Calendar
Cost: £235
Total value of products: £1,100
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If you want to be ahead of the beauty game, then this calendar is perfect for you. Cult Beauty did not fall short on including some amazing products, we're simply obsessed. Priced at £235, while it's definitely an investment it's also relatively cheap for what’s inside which is valued at just over £1,100. The Augustine Bader moisturiser alone is £74 so if our girl math is correct, you’re basically getting three-quarters of of the products for free. If that wasn’t enough to draw you in, the Sol De Janeiro spray or full-sized Charlotte Tilbury pillow talk might. Cult Beauty has truly lived up to its name here.
Boots Skincare Advent Calendar
Cost: £65
Total value of products: £242
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The Boots Skincare Advent Calendar comes with 24 different products and features standout brands like Byoma, Bioderma, Carbon Theory and INKEY. It is one is one of the more affordable on the market at just £65, when compared to others like LookFantastic or Harvey Nichols, which can cost anywhere between £100 and £250. It would have been nice to have some applicators in the calendar, as we all know how vital they are to any beauty routine, but Boots makes up for it by including 16 full-sized products. The absence of makeup makes it inclusive for all skin tones, although it slightly over-indexes on the tanning front with three different products. Overall, everything in the calendar totals to around £200 if you’d bought each product individually from one of their many locations. This makes it more than worth the money and would make a great gift for anyone this Christmas.
M&S Beauty Advent Calendar
Cost: £50
Total value of products: £300
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We're not going to lie to you, there were a few products in here that made us let out a little squeal of delight when we opened the box. This calendar is small but mighty, and while the items are mostly minis there are some seriously premium brands that make this great bang for your buck. From the Cowshed body lotion to the Clinique cleansing balm, there's enough product in there to keep you stocked up until next Christmas, whether for travelling (hello mini Color Wow conditioner) or for your everyday beauty routine (the REN Cleansing Milk is a winner). The best part? The gorgeous blue velvet travelling case is perfect for storing knick-knacks. It's worth noting this one doesn't go on sale until 24th October, and you must spend £35 on clothing, home or beauty to qualify for the offer.
Liz Earle 12 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar
Cost: £79
Total value of products: £178
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While it's not outwardly Christmas-themed, we'll happily forgive Liz Earle due to how beautifully presented the ‘12 Days’ beauty advent calendar is; the sage green box is sure to double-up as bathroom storage come January. The calendar features a mix of 12 individually packaged luxury skincare items — both in their full sizes and in the miniature travel versions — and the brand's iconic Hot Cloth Cleanser even comes with the accompanying super-soft muslin cloth. Another standout item is the bestselling Eyebright Soothing Eye Lotion which is seriously powerful in the de-puffing department. You'll be genuinely excited to use every single product in the calendar, especially the Orange Flower Hand Repair cream and the Super Skin Eye Cream which we're willing to bet will combat our Boxing Day dark circles.
The price for all 12 items in the calendar comes to £79 and, in total, it’s worth £178.10. Considering there’s around a £100 discount, that’s a pretty decent deal .
Soap & Glory 24 Moments on Cloud-Mine
Cost: £78
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Total value of products: £105
LUSH
Cost: £190
Total value of products: NA
There is nothing better than the fresh smell of Christmas bath bombs. And as soon as you open this year’s LUSH advent calendar, it’s like a festive sensory explosion — of the best kind. It’s like having your own mini LUSH shop in your house, and it’s full of the most perfect products to pamper yourself for 24 days straight before the stress of cooking Christmas dinner (or polishing off the eggnog). With 14 bath bombs and bubble bars, there’s no shortage of products to help you have a jolly ol’ bubble bath this festive season, and you’ve even got their classic Hot Toddy scented candle for extra ambiance to make it the perfect Christmassy experience at home. At £190, with even a fragrance in there too, you’ll be the envy of all your friends smelling like a walking Christmas grotto). Now, excuse us while we run a bath with my candy cane bubble bar...
L'Occitane Luxury Beauty Advent Calendar
Cost: £130
Total value of products: £211
Ever been a bit skeptical about beauty advent calendars — getting such a high volume of quality items for a fraction of the price feels too good to be true, right? Well, take a peek at L’Occitane’s 2024 Luxury Beauty Advent Calendar and you might just change your mind. The beautiful vanity-design calendar feels like a gift before you've even opened it, and contains 24 skincare, fragrance and beauty items. Every individual product is a dream for your skin and being able to rummage through a box of luxury minis is a very chic feeling. Some personal favourites are the shower oil, pillow mist and overnight oil serum. Definitely worth every penny. With that combo, you'll be smelling like a dream, sleeping like a baby and looking spookily refreshed in the morning. Bravo, L’Occitane!
No7 25 Day Beauty Secrets Advent Calendar
Cost: £60
Total value of products: £236.65
If you want your skin to be absolutely glowing by the time Christmas Day comes around, then No7's 25 Day Beauty Secrets Advent Calendar is the one for you. Packed inside are 11 full-size products, 14 minis that are perfect for your travel bag and a voucher to spend in-store. Previous No.7 calendars have been known for selling out and it’s no surprise considering how jam-packed with goodies they are; it contains day and night creams, retinol, and lip oil to name a few.
While this calendar largely focuses on skin, there are make-up goodies in there too. The lipstick and accompanying liner are a welcome change behind those shiny little doors, but the shades are targeted at a fairer-skinned user - so improvements could be made to make it a little more inclusive! All in all, this is a great calendar at a super affordable price point in comparison to others on the market. Perfect for the glass-skinned person in your life or as a little festive treat to yourself.
Give Me Cosmetics Book of Positivity
Cost: £60
Total value of products: £122
Now for something a little different; this calendar is all about gifting and it’s packed with products designed to make you feel good. With 12 full-sized items worth £122, and a focus on hair and skincare, you’re essentially getting just over half the products for free. While it’s got a less premium feel than some of its competitors, with daily affirmations behind each window and bright pink packaging, it’s guaranteed to put you in a good mood. It’s already racking up rave reviews online and is fast becoming an influencer favourite, so snap it up quickly before it’s gone!
Avon 12 Days of Self-Care Advent Calendar
Cost: £35
Looking after yourself is an essential and selfcare should always be a high priority. With that being said, this advent is definitely a good seasonal investment. Packed a great range of products, Avon’s self-care themed advent calendar caters to all your needs whether that’s a good night’s sleep, looking after your hair or keeping on top of skin care. It caters to pretty much everything and has product favourites that won’ hurt your pockets. Included are things such as Nourishment Argan Hair Serum £5, Avon’s hydrating lip balm £1.50 and Planet Spa Sleep Ritual Pillow Mist £5.50. You’re covered in every which way and just in time for the winter season!
YSL Advent Calendar Holiday 2024
Cost: £280
Total value of individual products: Approx £514
If you’re looking to splurge this year, then this is without a doubt the calendar for you. Beautifully packaged, and bursting with luxury beauty, skincare and perfume treats, every door feels like Christmas has come early. Fragrance fans are in for a treat as there’s not one but seven mini bottles of YSL scents inside, with bestseller Black Opium among them - as well as the Dua Lipa-approved Libre eau de Parfum. And hardcore beauty fans will be chuffed to find a selection of genuinely useful everyday products from serum to moisturiser. Standouts for us include the red Leather-Matte lipstick and Volume Extreme Lash Clash mascara which will fast become your beauty bestie. This calendar is roughly half price of the total value of products inside, so run don’t walk as it’s set to fly off shelves!
The Body Shop Advent of Wonders
Cost: £49
Total value of products: £119
If you spent your teenage years slathering on The Body Shop's cult body butters, then this advent calendar is for you. Filled with 24 miniatures - including butters, shower gels, skincare and accessories - it's the ultimate self-care package. I particularly loved the plumping lip mask and the vitamin E face mask which left my skin feeling super soft. The Body Shop has stayed true to its core values, focusing on more recyclable packaging, as well as Community Fair Trade ingredients. I particularly loved the information on each box, detailing how the product was made and where the ingredients originated from. The only downside? The number of shower gels and hand creams feels a little repetitive (11 in total, including two bars of soap).
However, for those who love The Body Shop - or those who love somebody who loves The Body Shop, you can't go wrong.
The Tyla Team