It’s officially hunkering down season, so what better time to discuss the best beauty advent calendars for 2023? 2022 beauty advent calendars were good, yes, but this year looks set to be even better. Take the Cult Beauty Advent Calendar, the Liberty London Advent Calendar and the Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar as proof – beauty aficionados the world over have lent them their seal of approval, causing these treasure troves to fly off the shelves. And all before we’ve even dared to utter the ‘C' word.
One brand worth paying attention to? Beauty Bay. They’ve just launched an impressive four beauty boxes which double up as advent calendars - each tick serious boxes across make-up, skincare, wellness and haircare. And with each boasting excellent price points and impressive products, there’s sure to be something suited to all tastes tucked behind those little doors. Scroll on for all you need to know.
How can I sign up for the Beauty Bay Advent Calendar 2023?
There’s no sign up necessary – each of the four Beauty Bay boxes are available to buy right now. But consider this your warning – they’re limited edition and highly likely to sell out.
Shop: The Beauty Bay Advent Calendar 2023
Best all-rounder
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The Beauty Works Advent Calendar is always sure to sell out. They’ve got four beauty boxes this year but consider their ‘Haul of Fame’ as the hero. It contains 19 treats across skin, make-up and hair sure to delight even the most fussy of recipients.
Drop Date: It’s available now
Price: £60 for £206.73 worth of products
Number of Products: 19
What's Inside The Beauty Bay Haul of Fame box: There’s loads of goodies including the fan favourite Beauty Bay Metamorphic 16 Pan Colour Palette – it’s perfect for creating a sultry, smokey eye look.
Grazia's Favourite Product: It’s an obvious one. The Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector – ideal for repairing hair ravaged by excess party season heat styling. It’s always in our bathroom cabinet when our strands need some TLC.
Best for skincare
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Skincare buff? Look no further. This limited edition Skincare Superstars box is packed full of glow-giving complexion perfecting buys. It's sure to make the perfect gift.
Drop Date: It’s available now!
Price: £50 for £192.49 worth of products
Number of Products: 15
What's Inside The Beauty Bay Skincare Superstars Box: From a gently exfoliating, hydrating, gel-to-foam cleanser By Beauty Bay, to Megababe's exfoliating bum mask, this one is sure to surprise and delight in the countdown to Christmas.
Grazia's Favourite Product: The Soak Bath Salts. Pop a hefty dose into a hot bath and let the heady aroma relax and calm - a precious moment of bliss during the busiest season of the year.
Best for pampering
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Give the gift of pampering with Beauty Bay's Self-Care Saviour kit - it's limited edition and designed to keep the mind and body feeling zen all season long.
Drop Date: It’s available now
Price: £40 for £142.70 worth of products
Number of Products: 11
What's Inside The Beauty Bay Self-Care Saviour Box : 11 fabulous products including a Spacemasks Eye Mask - it's self-heating and works to relieve tension and aid relaxation.
Grazia's Favourite Product: The Babe Original Babe Lash Essential Serum. Just a slick is ultra-nourishing and enhanced our lashes within weeks. A little goes a long way.
Best for hair
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Good hair day for Christmas? Don't mind if we do. The Beauty Bay Haircare Heroes Box is a certified favourite among the TikTok set - and it already looks set to be a sell out.
Drop Date: It’s available now
Price: £40 for £142.90 worth of products
Number of Products: 10
What's Inside The Haircare Heroes Advent Calendar: There’s loads of goodies including the much coveted Josh Wood Miracle Mask - it's a salon quality conditioner that nourishes parched strands in an instant. Use a hefty dollop once a week for more lustrous looking hair.
Grazia's Favourite Product: The By Beauty Bay Exfoliate and Cleanse Scalp Serum. It's made with salicylic acid and pineapple enzyme to cleanse and exfoliate dead skin cells - ideal for encouraging healthy hair growth.
When does the Beauty Bay Advent Calendar Launch in 2023?
While Beauty Bay doesn't look to be launching a specific Advent Calendar this year, the retailer is touting its Christmas boxes as the perfect alternative. And good news, all four have launched already. Music to our beauty lovin’ ears.
How much is the Beauty Works Beauty Calendar?
As you know, there’s four beauty from Beauty Works this year. They're priced between £40 and £60.
Is the Beauty Works Calendar worth it?
The Beauty Works Christmas boxes are good - there's no denying that they're bursting with effective, luxury products from high-end brands. There's a good mix of cult classics and new products in there, too. If you only buy one? Make it the Haul of Fame – it’s the best value for money.
