The best beauty advent calendars UK - 'tis the season. It may seem indulgent to swap chocolate for luxury cosmetics, but who are we to argue with a potential 25 days of our favourite beauty products? While you may not even want to think about Christmas until at least November, we say it's never too early to start shopping around for the best beauty advent calendars - Liberty London's famously popular calendar is set to sell out quickly, after all.
How we select the best beauty advent calendars
Each advent calendar included in this compilation has been thoroughly investigated by our editors and measured against three different variables: product variety, price point and value for money, the latter being – how much are you actually saving by buying an advent calendar as opposed to each product individually? We also endeavour to review advent calendars that appeal to a diversity of beauty buyers: those who love skincare; those who would rather spend on fragrance; and those who predominately care for make-up must-haves, meaning there is something for everyone.
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The last few weeks have seen some of the most coveted brands launch waitlists - with some even launching their offerings in July. Shop our favourites below.
At A Glance: The Best Beauty Advent Calendars 2024
Best All-Rounder: Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar 2024, £260
Best Value: LookFantastic Beauty Advent Calendar 2024, £100
Best Make-Up Advent Calendar: Charlotte Tilbury Advent Calendar, £170
Best For Product Count: Cult Beauty Advent Calendar, £235
Best For Skincare: Elemis Advent Calendar, £199
So, if you're ready to shop some fantastic, luxurious, and indulgent boxes, keep scrolling for our top picks for 2024 below. We're already privy to insider info on the Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar and the Cult Beauty advent calendar- and that's only the beginning.
The Best Beauty Advent Calendars 2024
Best All Rounder
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www.libertylondon.com
Every year we look forward to the industry's favourite - the Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar. Well, the wait is over, because the 2024 Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar is officially here.
Availability: It's live!
Price: How much is Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar? It's £260 for £1,205 with of products. Impressive.
Number of Products: 28
What's inside The Liberty London Advent Calendar: Unsurprisingly, it's a goodie. The Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar contains 28 products, most of which are full-sized. Thus far we've spied Bibbi Fragrances, Sunday Riley, Byredo and Augustinus Bader. Gold-standard brands, indeed. There's also a select number of golden tickets worth £1,000 to be found.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'The Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar is always a winner in my eyes - it's consistently guaranteed to be bursting with products from a mixture of exciting brands. I love that there's always a balance of niche, new products and cult classics to satisfy the needs of every beauty buff. The packaging is always iconic too - it's become a Christmas decoration in itself at this point! In terms of my favourite product it's got to be Augustinus Bader's The Rich Cream- it's a glow-giving delight that will make anyone's day. Trust me when we say it would be worth the splurge alone. As ever, this one will sell out, so it's important to sign up to the wait list, pronto.'
Pros
- Most products are full-sized
- Beautiful packaging
Cons
- Will sell out quickly
Best value for money
![LookFantastic Beauty Advent Calendar 2024](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/09/lookfantastic-advent-calendar-1-2.jpg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
www.lookfantastic.com
While they always make waves for their various beauty boxes, there's no mistaking that the most iconic launch of the year goes to the LookFantastic Beauty Advent calendar - it sells out promptly year after year.
Drop Date: It's live now!
Price: £100 (for £565 worth of products)
Number of Products: 27 including 14 full-size and a selection of mini surprises
What's inside The Look Fantastic Advent Calendar: Expect £565 worth of beauty treats including the Sol de Janeiro Delicia Drench Perfume Mist, the Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum and the Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream. What a trio to start us off.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin Beauty says: 'When the brand have an embargo on what's in its beauty advent calendar you can bet it's good. Now that we know exactly what's in it I think this could be their best box ever?! A big claim, I know. There's top brands across skincare, haircare and make-up that have form for going viral. While I'd be tempted to keep them for myself (obviously) they could easily make for excellent stocking fillers. Think Sol de Janeiro and Medik8 for starters.'
Pros
- For just £100 you'll receive £565 worth of products
- Our beauty editor has had a sneak peek - the full product offerings are "excellent"
Cons
- Will sell out quickly
Best for an exciting mix of products
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www.cultbeauty.co.uk
Not only does the Cult Beauty Advent Calendar contain a seriously impressive 40 products (19 of which are full size) but there's also two editions of the sought-after calendar to keep your eyes peeled for— Curated with Love and Scent with Love. Watch this space for more info.
Drop Date: It's available now.
Price: £235
Number of Products: 40
What's Inside The Cult Beauty Advent Calendar: There's some big brands in there - think Augustinus Bader, Summer Fridays and Saie.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'I've already received a sample of the Cult Beauty Advent Calendar - and trust me when I say this is the best yet. Some of the drawers contain two or three products and nothing feels like a "filler." I'm conscious of spoiling things (the joy is in the surprise after all) but I will say that this is a carefully curated edit that you'll absolutely want to use. One product in particular worth shouting about is the full sized Charlotte Tilbury Matte Beauty Blush Wand in the shade Pink Pop - think the most gorgeous, glow-laden sugary pink sheen suited to all skin tones. And I also love the inclusion of Color Wow, 111Skin, Ceremonia and Jo Loves. This is excellent value for money - and a great beauty advent calendar to gift. '
Pros
- Two options
- Excellent value for money
Cons
- Always sells-out
Best for make-up
![Charlotte Tilbury](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/08/Screenshot-2024-08-06-at-11.34.31.png?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
www.charlottetilbury.com
Now this is one you won't want to miss out on. Explore the magical world of Charlotte Tilbury make-up with this exclusive, heart shaped advent calendar. It features a few of Charlotte's make-up heroes, as well as skincare icons that'll help you glow brighter than a Christmas tree.
Drop Date: Join the waitlist for CT Beauty Advent Calendar now
Price: £170
Number of Products: 12
What's Inside The Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Advent Calendar: Each day you'll wake up a few of CT's bestselling products - while we don't know what they are quite yet, as soon as we do we'll update you. Watch this space.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'Last year there was a magic cream in there - need I say more?'
Pros
- Brimming with cult classics
- Packaging can be reused
Cons
- Most products are minis
- Only 12 days worth (we want more!)
Best for cult brands
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www.harrods.com
The Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar has been known to sell out. And this year? It looks set to be no different. With luxury packaging and luxury contents to match, there’s a treat (or 25) to satisfy each and every beauty aficionado.
Drop Date: Buy it now
Price: £250 for over £1,599 worth of products
Number of Products: 25 (15 full-size)
What's Inside The Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar: There’s no denying there’s some beauty heavy weights in this one. There’s Augustinus Bader, Clé de Peau, Byredo, 111SKIN, and Decree – and that’s only the beginning.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'The Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar is the gift that keeps on giving. The offerings have been such a hit with fans over the past few years that they've launched several including a hair and bodyadvent calendar (£99 for £310 worth of products) which is already raking up an impressive waitlist online. Unsurprisingly, it's the Beauty Advent Calendar which has really impressed us on the beauty desk. Priced at £250 but brimming with £1599 worth of products believe me when I say there's an impressive edit of luxury brands not to be missed. One of my personal favourites is the Hourglass Unlocked Mascara – just a few wiggles through lashes is all it takes to see a noticeable difference in volume and length.'
Pros
- Contains top brands like Augustinus Bader, 111 Skin and Rodial
Cons
- It was one of the first live advent calendars, meaning there's every chance it'll sell out fast.
Best for gifting
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www.fortnumandmason.com
Fortnum & Mason's iconic Beauty advent calendar is back, jam-packed with beauty favourites worth over £1087. From cult hero products to hidden gems, discover 25 days' worth of goodies from brands including Creed, Aromatherapy Associates, Cult51, Bamford, Shleep and Baobab. Fortnum’s has also teamed up with skincare specialists Wildsmith, to offer ten lucky drawer-openers complimentary facials worth £120.
Drop Date: Available now
Price: £265 for £1087 worth of products
Number of Products: 27 (23 full-sized products, 2 travel-size items, and 2 deluxe samples)
What's Inside The Fortnum and Mason Beauty Advent Calendar: The Fortnum & Mason calendar is decked out with everything from primers and mascaras, to candles and body lotions, and lots more exceptional surprises.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'You'll get what you pay for with this beauty advent calendar from Fortnum and Mason - pure luxury. While there's an excellent product section across the beauty realm this one is particularly good for those who love a little home scenting. The full-sized Baobab Paris Max 6 Candle smells utterly delicious and will upgrade any coffee table in an instant.'
Pros
- Beautiful packaging
- Worth over £1087
- Excellent mix of products - including candles
Cons
- Could afford to have more own brand products in there - they're renowned for their luxury after all!
Best for skincare
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uk.elemis.com
When it comes to their skincare advent calendar, Elemis don’t play around. Their beauty advent calendar is available soon and will be the perfect gift for both women and men.
Drop Date: It's available now!
Price: £199 for £537.50 worth of products
Number of Products: 25
What's inside The Elemis Advent Calendar: Unsurprisingly, it's a treasure trove. There’s 25 products in there spanning the whole range. Indulge in next-level skin wellness and look out for 1 of 15 Golden Tickets hidden inside your advent calendar, for the chance to win £1000 worth of Elemis products. Devotees will be delighted.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin Beauty says: 'It's called the Ultimate Skincare advent calendar for good reason - expect effacious formulations, spa like scents and powerhouse ingredients sure to transform your complexion in the run up to the party season and beyond. The full line-up is dizzyingly good. If you can't resist a sneak peek? Then just know there's a full-sized Pro-Collagen Marine Cream, a Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm and a Pro-Collagen Eye Revive Mask, which, I'm sure, are likely to sway you already. While I would like to keep this one for myself, I think it's the perfect beauty advent calendar for my mum - I think she'd be totally thrilled to receive.'
Pros
- Chance to win a golden ticket
Cons
- Some reviewers say that each Elemis advent calendar is too similar to the year before. But if it ain't broke...
Product selection | 4 |
Value for money | 4 |
Best new advent calendar
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www.spacenk.com
Augustinus Bader fans rejoice, as the brand have listened to your prayers - its first ever advent calendar is officially here to welcome in the holiday season. There's award-winning creams, serums, and latest science-backed innovations.
Drop Date: Now! Run don't walk.
Price: £445
Number of Products: 12
What's inside The Augustinus Bader Calendar:
The Cream Cleansing Gel 30ml
The Essence 30ml
The Tinted Balm Shade 1 4g
The Rich Cream 30ml, The Cream 15ml
The Face Oil 10ml
The Eye Patches 1 pack
The Body Cream 100ml
The Lip Balm 4g
The Retinol Serum 7ml
The Eye Cream 3ml
The Serum 7ml
Pros
- Contains the brand best sellers
Cons
- Expensive
Product Variety | 5 |
Value for money | 5 |
Best for all-year round
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www.greatmagazines.co.uk
Call us biased, but this one is absolutely worth shouting about. While not strictly an advent calendar, the Grazia Beauty Club Box is sure to act as the ultimate gift for beauty lovers this festive season.
Drop Date: It’s available now
Price: For just £55 for 6 months you’ll get this annual beauty box (worth over £200) plus a lot more. Keep up to date with the latest trends, must-know brands, and the best buys with a Grazia Beauty Club Membership. You’ll get every fortnightly issue of Grazia delivered free to your door, plus receive invites to exclusive live online tutorials with leading industry experts. It’s your one-stop shop for all things beauty, all year round.
What’s Inside The Grazia Beauty Club Box: It’s brimming with must-have products from Philip B, Liz Earle, Filorga, Tweezerman, Kash Beauty, Gallivant, Hello Sunday, UK Lash, NUXE, Lancaster, Margaret Dabbs London, BARE FEET by Margaret Dabbs and Ella & Jo.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'The Grazia Beauty Box contains a myriad of products handpicked by the Grazia beauty team - be rest assured that, if it's in the box, it's beloved by the team. We always ensure to have a broad range of brands, from cult classics like Liz Earle to those that are new and emerging like Kash. A mesh of your tried and tested favourites and exciting newness personally approved by us? Think of it as the perfect excuse for beauty aficionados to remain in-the-loop. I adore the full-sized Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser which is a must-have. The nourishing formula is multi-award winning for a reason. It melts away make-up and adds an intense hit of hydration. And a reminder of the excellent value for money, too. Each beauty box is worth at least £200, which, if we do say so ourselves, is excellent value for money.'
Pros
- Contains over £200 worth of products
- Sign up for the chance to win awards from top brands
Cons
- The contents are subject to change
Best for unabashed luxury
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www.harrods.com
Sisley’s second Advent Calendar is here - and it's as stunning as you'd expect. That said, the price has increased from £595 to £640 this year, so we're expecting big things. And going by packaging alone - we can expect just that.
Availability: It's available to buy now
Price: £640
Number of Products: 25
What's Inside The Sisley Paris Beauty Advent Calendar: Beauty buffs will be only too aware of Sisley's product offerings. Inside this beauty advent calendar you’ll find a generous collection of products, including best sellers from Sisley and Hair Rituel by Sisley in full size, travel and miniatures. Glowing skin and glossy hair? Yes please.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'There's no denying this is something of a heavy weight - both in terms of price and in terms of product offering. Firstly, it's beautiful. It's ornately decorated with the British artist Fee Greening's signature style - think beautifully intricate pen and ink drawings. Put simply, it's obvious it's the epitome of luxury from the packaging alone. Dreamy. But back to the good stuff - what's behind those 25 doors. If you're a dedicated Sisley fan I'd say it couldn't get much better than this edit. Of course, there's Sisley's iconic Black Rose Mask (which is known as something of a skincare cult classic) but there's also offerings from Sisley's more premium ranges Sisleÿa and Supremÿa. It's a great excuse to try something new.'
Pros
- Beautiful box designed by British artist Fee Greening
- An exciting mix of products
Cons
- There's no denying it's very expensive
Best for added surprises
![john lewis advent calendar 2924](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/09/Screenshot-2024-09-02-at-16.25.06.png?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
www.johnlewis.com
The new John Lewis Advent calendar ticks serious boxes. And is it any wonder? Last year's calendar was a sell-out success and this year looks set to be the same. If you're after excellent value for money then know that this one has the highest number of full-size beauty must-haves for a John Lewis Beauty Advent Calendar to date - there's 20 in total.
Drop Date: 3rd October -join the waitlist now
Price: £195 for over £900 worth of products
Number of Products: 32
What's Inside The John Lewis Advent Calendar: An impressive selection of beauty products from premium brands. Expect the likes of Sol de Janeiro, Laura Mercier, Charlotte Tilbury and OUAI for starters.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'This one doesn't stop with excellent beauty products alone. Oh no. Instead, there's a chance to win an abundance of fabulous prizes too. Ten lucky customers will open a draw to find a £500 John Lewis gift card, 30 advent calendars include a luxurious 40-minute Elemis Expert Facial Voucher treat, over 200 advents include a voucher for a treatment at a John Lewis Cavendish Clinic plus there's two ultimate spa breaks up for grabs. Never has opening an advent calendar been so exciting!'
Pros
- Recyclable box
- Plenty of full-size options
Cons
- Will sell out
Best for niche brands
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www.anthropologie.com
It was a sell-out last year and it's sure to go the the same way again this year. The 2024 Anthropologie Beauty Advent Calendar makes for the perfect gift for someone you love, or, you know, just yourself...
Drop Date: Sign up to the waitlist now in time for the drop (rumoured to be this month)
Price: £88 (for £300 worth of products)
Number of Products: 24
What's Inside The Anthropologie Beauty Advent Calendar: It's brimming with 24 gorgeous beauty and wellness treats to ensure you're Christmas ready.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'I loved Anthropologie's Beauty Advent Calendar last year - it was the perfect blend of treats and featured the likes of Palette London, Herlum, Dreem Distillery, STORIES and so much more. While it may be £10 more expensive this year, it's looking like they've upped the ante - thus far we know there's L'Occitane, MALIN+GOETZ, Sunday Riley and Anastasia Beverly Hills. And although the packaging isn't traditionally festive, it is a delight in all it's quirky, pink toned glory. I'd expect nothing less lovely.'
Pros
- One reviewer wrote "The pinnacle of Advent Calendars."
- £300 worth of products
- Contains several niche, independant brands
Cons
- Sold out last year, and looks set to do the same
Best for unwrapping
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www.boots.com
Ted Baker's advent calendar offerings impress each and every year. And good news, it's back and looks set to be better than ever. Housed in a beautiful floral box, it's filled to the brim with bathing and beauty treats sure to delight even the most fussy.
Drop Date: It's available now.
Price: £46
Number of Products: 25
What's Inside The Ted Baker Beauty Advent Calendar : The Ted Baker beauty advent calendar is decked out with products to ensure you're expertly preened from top to toe. There's tools like eyelash curlers and nail files as well as body mists and lotions. Consider it the perfect option for a pampered princess.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'This is a solid advent calendar option and makes for the perfect gift. In terms of favourite products? This may sound surprising, but Ted Baker's sheet masks are a force to be reckoned with. I leave mine on for around 15-20 minutes then gently peel it off before massaging any excess into my complexion and let it sink in. It's really lovely for aiding the glow before a night out and the compliments will come rolling in.'
Pros
- Good product variety across make-up and skincare
- Pretty packaging
Cons
- A TB candle would have gone down a treat
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www.boots.com
Ideal for those who are partial to pink, it’s time to snap up this medley of Soap & Glory treats. There’s 24 products in total, making this offering a hefty one.
Drop Date: It’s available now. Run, don’t walk.
Price: £48 (worth £105)
Number of Products: 24
What's Inside The Soap and Glory Beauty Advent Calendar: Look away now if you don't want a spoiler!
BB Radiance Mask, Puffy Eye Attack Mask, Speed Plump Miracle Moisture Mask, Pore Refining Mask, Original Pink Righteous Butter, Original Pink Hand Cream, Heel Genius Foot Cream, Face Soap Clarity Facial Wash, Clean On Me Body Wash, Magnificoco Body Wash, Face Mitt, Pout About It Lip Mask, Righteous Butter Lotion, Call of Fruity Body Wash, Call of Fruity Body Butter, Call of Fruity Body Scrub, Original Pink Rollerball Fragrance, Speed Plump Intense Hydrating Day Cream, Scrub of your Life, Berry & Bright Body Wash,Berry & Bright Body Butter, Hydrating Night Cream, Berry & Bright Roller Ball, Berry & Bright Bath Fizzer.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'For just £48 you can restock your whole bathroom and then some! Behind those pink doors you can be rest assured of a little bit of everything that Soap & Glory do so well. Think of this as the crème de la crème of their bestselling products, from sugary sweet shower gels to luxurious body creams. I'd recommend this as a great advent calendar for a tween or teenage girl - it's bound to delight.'
Pros
- 24 products
- Great price point
Cons
- One reviewer said there's less full-sized products when compared to last years offering
Best for beauty buffs
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www.spacenk.com
Space NK's beauty advent calendar is always a good one - this year they've really amped up the contents. And good news, as you can now join the waitlist for the 2024 Space NK Beauty Advent Calendar and get early access when it launches - with the chance to win prizes along the way.
Drop Date: Sign up to the waitlist now.
Price: £250 for over £1200 worth of products
Number of Products: Contains 34 products (23 full-size)
What's Inside The Space NK Advent Calendar: Packed with luxury pop open those doors to find a myriad of top brands - watch this space for the exacts.
Pros
- Contains 34 products
- More full-sized products than previous years
- Packaging made 100% from paper (no mixed materials)
Cons
- We're still waiting for a full product list
Best for viral beauty
![Sephora Beauty Advent Calendar 2024](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/09/sephora-advent-calendars.jpg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
www.sephora.co.uk
The Sephora Beauty Advent Calendar looks set to sell out once more. It's bursting with luxury contents to match, there’s a treat (or 36) to delight each and every skincare and make-up maven.
Drop Date: Pre-order now
Price: £199 for over £1,000 worth of products
Number of Products: 40 treats including 24 full-size faves and 20 Sephora exclusives.
What's Inside The Sephora Beauty Advent Calendar: 40 products! There’s several beauty heavy weights behind those little doors.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'How could I possibly pick a favourite product from this treasure chest of treats? There's the Skinfix Triple Lipid + Collagen Eye Treatment which brightens tired, dull eyes in an instant. Then there's the gorgeous Neom Happiness Scented Candle which smells like utter joy. And who could forget to mention Philip Kingsley's iconic Elasticizer treatment? Yup, beauty girlies are going to love this one.'
Pros
- 40 products
- Excellent ratio of full-sized offerings
- Good value for money
Cons
- The packaging could feel more festive
Best for an at home spa
![espa advent calendar beauty](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/08/Screenshot-2024-08-21-at-16.54.48.png?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
www.espaskincare.com
Perfect for those who love to indulge in wellbeing, this advent calendar from ESPA is bursting with blissful aromatherapy offerings. It's a sensorial delight.
Drop Date: Sign up to the waitlist now
Price: £175 (worth £488)
Number of Products: 25
What's Inside The ESPA Beauty Advent Calendar: There's likely to be a wide selection wellbeing luxuries including cleansers, creams, candles and rich essential oils. It's impossible to be disappointed.
Grazia's Favourite Product: Specifics are currently embargoed. Watch this space.
Pros
- 25 products
- Great value for money
Cons
- Products currently embargoed
best for luxury scent
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www.selfridges.com
Scent aficionados will be all too familiar with the Acqua Di Parma Advent Calendar. This year the brand's advent offering could be their best yet - there's an abundance of fragrant treats inside the beautifully hand-crafted gold and yellow box, from candles and soaps to perfumes and body lotions.
Drop Date: It will be available exclusively in Selfridges from 1st October
Price: £457
Number of Products: 25
What's Inside The Acqua Di Parma Advent Calendar: Trust us when we say this one is brimming with sensorial delights. Expect a beautifully curated eded including a dedicated full size 12ml bottle of the stunning Colonia fragrance - a classic choice among fragrance fans.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'Few brands excite me so much as Aqua Di Parma - there's just no denying the levels of luxury when it comes to their products. And, of course, the advent calendar lives up to the hype. Brimming with body lotions, candles, and fragrances there's something to delight all tastes. My personal favourite is the Blu Mediterraneo range which transports me straight to sunnier climes - a must when the days get longer and the weather gets cooler.'
Pros
- Beautiful packaging
Cons
- Price has increased from last year
Product variety | 5 |
Value for money | 5 |
Best for Benefits fanatics
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www.benefitcosmetics.com
Filled to the brim with the brand's best-sellers, from incredible mascaras to fluffy brow product goodness, Benefit's advent calendar is bound to sell out fast.
Drop Date: It’s available to shop now
Price: £156 for over £295 of products
Number of Products: 24
What's Inside the Benefit advent calendar: Form the viral PORefessional primer, to Gimme Brow and the incredible Roller Lash, Benefit's advent calendar is the perfect combination on skincare and make-up. Plus, if you're obsessed with lashes and eyebrows - this one's for you.
Grazia's Favourite Product: It’s got to be Gimme Brow - arguably the best brow gel I've ever used.
Best for bargain scents
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www.thefragranceshop.co.uk
The Fragrance Shop’s 2024 Advent Calendar is a great affordable option for those who want to sample a range of top fragrances without committing to the full sized offering.
Drop Date: It’s available for pre order now
Price: £120 for over £300 of products
Number of Products: 25
What's Inside The Fragrance Shop Advent Calendar: There’s a range of cult classic fragrances from brands such as Ghost, Hugo Boss, Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs and Moschino, as well as some skin and haircare products too. This one earns bonus points as there’s also a fragrance shop voucher that you can put towards your favourite scent at a later date.
Grazia's Favourite Product: It’s got to be the dinky sample of Diesel D Red Eau de Parfum – just a small spritz goes a long way.
Pros
- Excellent brand offerings
- Ideal for travel sizes
Cons
- Packaging feels a bit flimsy
Best for teenage girls
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After a great make-up advent calendar? Housed in millennial pink packaging, the Makeup Revolution Advent Calendar oozes glamour, and is a great option for beauty loving teens. Plus, it contains the sell-out tear shaped powder puff that went viral on TikTok this year.
Availability: Available now
Price: £48 for over £96 worth of products
Number of Products: 24
What's Inside The Makeup Revolution Beauty Advent Calendar: You can expect an abundance of make-up bag favourites including the Tiktok famous Revolution Satin Kiss Lipliner in Chauffeur Nude
and Revolution Satin Kiss Lipliner in Divine. These richly pigmented liners are super-smooth and richly pigmented.
Grazia's Favourite Product: The Revolution Liquid Shadow in Gold is what Christmas dreams are made of - it's perfect for adding festive glamour to your eye-look thanks to the silky liquid pigment
Pros
- Affordable option
- Ideal for make-up lovers
Cons
- Confusingly, the brand write: 'Please Note - all products seen in our Beauty Advent Calendar will vary in size. Some of the products shown below may be a variation from the contents of our calendar. Some of these advent calendar products are exclusive, different sizes, colour or are part of a set.'
Best for botanical beauty
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For truly excellent, spa-like skincare it’s got to be the Liz Earle advent calendar which is filled to the top with radiance boosting offerings and cult classics.
Drop Date: It's available now
Price: £79
Number of Products: 12
What's Inside The Liz Earle Beauty Advent Calendar: Everything! Tonics, cleansers (including a huge full sized one) treatments and moisturisers.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: 'My favourite product? Easily the iconic cleanse and polish which is worth a pretty penny all on its own. Firstly, it lathers beautifully. The texture is luxurious and silky, melting away make-up with ease - even my stubborn waterproof mascara. The cotton cloth is also lovely - it's soft and cocooning and I actively look forward to gently wiping away the leftover product. Afterwards, my skin feels soft and nourished with none of the usual tightness associated with cleansing. But trust me when I say there's so many other winners in there too sure to delight.'
Pros
- There's a full- sized cleanse and polish in there!
- Leaping bunny approved
Cons
- Only 12 products - we want more!
Best for home
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We couldn't think of a more luxe way to countdown to Christmas. This calendar from The White Company features 25 wellness treats all housed in a glorious box illustrated with their flagship Symons Street store.
Drop Date: 11th September - diaries marked.
Price: £195 filled with goodies worth £300
Number of Products: 25 (5 of which are full sized)
What's Inside The White Company Advent Calendar: There's candles, body washes and home sprays.
Beauty editor Rachael Martin says: Nothing says Christmas quite like The White Company! This curated selection features an array of much-loved favourites and exciting new launches. My top tip? Look out for the Winter Signature Candle which is the epitome of cosy.'
Pros
- Beautifully illustrated
- 5 full sized options
Cons
- Always has a sizeable waitlist
FAQS
When do beauty advent calendars go on sale in 2024?
While waitlists usually form in August, you can often buy the beauty calendars in early autumn. Liberty's for example, drops in September.
Which brands have beauty advent calendars?
There's offerings from an abundance of brands this year. Stand outs for premium price points include Liberty London and Dior and for more affordable options there's LookFantastic and Marks & Spencer. After something more niche? Look to the Lush advent calendar - it's brimming with quirky bath bombs One thing's for sure there's an advent beauty calendar suited to all price points and tastes.
What are the most popular advent calendars of 2024?
Historically speaking, Liberty London's offering has long dominated the space with queues of people snaking round the store front since 2017, each of them hoping to get their hands on an advent calendar before it sells out. But other brands have certainly caught up, including Cult Beauty and Look Fantastic.
Which are the most luxurious advent calendars this year?
We've compiled a whole edit of Grazia approved luxury advent calendars below. Our criteria? Packaging must look and feel luxe, and the products inside must be gold-standard. If we're spending the money, we want the whole experience. Look to Acqua Di Parma's Perfume Advent Calendar as an example of the crème de la crème. Luxury beauty advent calendar 2024, anyone?
Which advent calendars are the best value for money in 2024?
There's several out there with pretty spectacular savings. LookFantastic's advent calendar is a stand-out at £100 for £565 worth of products.
Which are the best budget beauty advent calendars in 2024?
We're calling the best cheap beauty advent calendar of 2024 the M&S Beauty Advent Calendar. It's not one to miss.
Are beauty advent calendars value for money?
Not only do these bijoux drawers hold cult products from the likes of Augustinus Bader and The Ordinary - no, really - they could also end up saving you money, given that many of them are worth much more than their actual cost.
Are there any beauty advent calendar deals?
While there's a few savings to be found already (you can sign up to Liberty's Beauty Drop for ££ off as well as LookFantastic's Beauty Box to save money) we'll be updating this page as and when. Look out for Black Friday advent calendar offerings, as well.
Rachael Martin is Grazia’s Beauty Editor where she covers all things beauty, health and wellness.