Best beauty advent calendars 2024 that are already available for pre-order
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As someone who's been writing about all the best beauty advent calendars for three years now, I'd like to think I know a thing or two about which ones are genuinely worth considering. I get it: each year, nearly every beauty brand and retailer in the game releases a beauty advent calendar of their own (each promising to be the best), and it's so easy to get overwhelmed with the sheer number of options.
To help you make the right choice, the GLAMOUR team has been busy unpacking and reviewing all the best iterations, while rounding up only those that provide the best value and an impressive selection of products.
The tricky part is that beauty advent calendars are also known to sell out with lightning speed, so take it from me: it's never too early to get a head-start. In fact, I've witnessed some of our favourite options sell out well before November (think: Sephora, LookFantastic, Cult Beauty and Harvey Nichols), so when I say “run, don't walk”, I mean it.
Of course, we're also not here to encourage impulse shopping either. I would suggest considering multiple options and shortlisting your top 3, before making a careful decision based on your budget and your giftee's preferences.
Enter, our edit of the best beauty advent calendars of 2024 for your perusal. Whether you're into skincare, makeup or perfumes (or all of the above!), you're sure to find something that ticks all the boxes. Here's everything you need to know.
Why are beauty advent calendars so popular?
For the uninitiated, beauty advent calendars are the crème de la crème of Christmas gifts, especially great for the fellow beauty obsessives in your life (or your dear old self, because why not?). Let's be real, who wouldn't want to receive a tonne of beauty goodies hidden inside stunning (not to mention re-usable) packaging? And if you're someone who lacks the patience to wait and unpack each shelf every day in the lead-up to Christmas and ends up doing it all in one go anyway (guilty as charged), trust me when I tell you that it doesn't take away the excitement at all.
In case you needed further proof of just how popular beauty advent calendars are, #beautyadventcalendar has over 290 million views on TikTok (and counting). And their charm doesn't end there. For one, every one of them contains anywhere between 12 to 25 (and in some cases, more than 30) full-size and travel-size beauty treats, which is perfect for anyone who's looking to broaden their horizons and discover some new beauty brands. Plus, when you consider the worth of each product packed inside, it doesn't take #girlmath to justify the cost in the long-term (*hint, hint*).
The best beauty advent calendars 2024, according to the GLAMOUR team…
- Release date: available now.
- Price: £250.
- Number of products: 25.
What's inside the Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar 2024?
Filled with 25 goodies worth £1,599, it's clear to see that this year, Harrod did not come to play. This beauty advent calendar contains a carefully curated selection of products from top-class brands such as Augustinus Bader, Charlotte Tilbury, Dr. Barbara Sturm, Tom Ford, and many, many more. It's available for pre-order now, so you may want to act fast while it's still in stock.
- Release date: available for pre-orders.
- Price: £199.
- Number of products: 40, 24 of which are full size.
What's inside the Sephora beauty advent calendar 2024?
Priced at £199, the Sephora Advent Calendar is worth over £1,000, housing a total of 40 products, 24 of which are full-size (yes, really). Inside each numbered shelf, you'll find a wide selection of beauty treats coming from a number of renowned brands, including the likes of Glossier, Makeup by Mario, Rare Beauty, Charlotte Tilbury, Sephora Collection and Glow Recipe.
- Release date: Get early access for HN Rewards members – sign up here.
- Price: £250, worth over £1,000.
- Number of products: 42 (as well as the chance to win a Harvey Nichols voucher that's worth £250).
What's inside the Harvey Nichols Beauty Advent Calendar 2024?
If you're on the lookout for a perfect gift to impress even the fussiest of beauty lovers, trust us when we tell you that you can't go wrong with the Harvey Nichols beauty advent calendar. Worth over a staggering £1,000 and priced at £250, this coveted beauty gift features a variety of products, all coming from brands that scream luxury (think La Prairie, Sisley, Augustinus Bader and Le Labo).
- Release date: Get early access for HN Rewards members – sign up here.
- Price: £165, worth over £730.
- Number of products: 17, plus one in every 100 calendars includes a surprise Harvey Nichols voucher that's worth £165.
What's inside the Harvey Nichols 12 Days Of Fragrance Advent Calendar?
Worth over £730, this advent calendar is one for the most seasoned of fragrance lovers. Inside, you'll find 17 products, courtesy of luxury fragrance brands such as Acqua di Parma, Byredo and Frederic Malle. Some of our personal favourites include the Byredo Bal D'Afrique (a hero from #PerfumeTok) and the iconic Portrait Of A Lady from Frederic Malle (a personal favourite of GLAMOUR's Beauty Director Camilla Kay).
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- Release date: 11th of September.
- Price: £195.
- Number of products: 25.
What's inside The White Company advent calendar 2024?
The White Company advent calendar is one of the most sought-after Christmas gifts for every wellness enthusiast. This year, the brand is treating us to a new design, which is inspired by its flagship Symons Street store, as well as an impressive line-up of products (five of which are full-size, ICYMI). From scented candles to diffusers and body products, this avdent calendar is not one to miss out on.
- Release date: available for pre-order.
- Price: £100.
- Number of products: 27.
What's inside the LookFantastic Advent Calendar?
Worth over £565, the LookFantastic beauty advent calendar promises to be bigger and more impressive than ever, featuring 14 full-sized beauty heroes out of 27 in total – all priced at £100, might we add. From the sought-after Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 59 Perfume Mist to the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum and ICONIC London Prep-Set-Glow Spray, you'll find that there's no shortage of stunning beauty treats inside the numbered shelves. A must.
- Release date: 4th of September for waitlisters, 5th of September for public release.
- Price: £235.
- Number of products: 40.
What's inside the Cult Beauty “Curated with Love” Advent Calendar?
It's only September and Cult Beauty has already flipped the beauty advent calendar game on its head. This year, their beauty advent calendar is filled to the brim with 40 products – yes, you read that right. Worth over £1,100, but priced at £235, it contains a wide range of goodies from brands like Charlotte Tilbury, Summer Fridays and more.
- Release date: 4th of September for waitlisters, 5th of September for public release.
- Price: £235.
- Number of products: 40.
What's inside the Cult Beauty “Scent with Love” Advent Calendar?
This year, Cult Beauty has added an interesting twist to its beauty advent calendars. This version comes with 40 beauty products worth over £1,100, but what makes it different from the retailer's other calendar is that this iteration comes with some fragrance goodies sprinkled in. A great gift for a beauty lover who also happens to appreciate perfumes (AKA all of us).
- Release date: available now, dispatches after October 21st.
- Price: £265.
- Number of products: 27.
What's inside the Fortnum & Mason Advent Calendar?
As usual, Fortnum & Mason has pulled out all the stops and come out with this stunning advent calendar, which comes in a re-useable box that you can then re-purpose for jewellery storage or any other bits and bobs. It's filled with 27 products (23 of which are full-size, btw) and it's worth well over £1,080. You can pick it up for £265 and it'll ship well ahead of Christmas (after October 21st, to be exact).
- Release date: TBC, available for waitlist.
- Price: £260.
- Number of products: 28.
What's inside the Liberty Advent Calendar?
Every year, the Liberty beauty advent calendar blows the competition away with its signature design – and this year is no different. Packed with 28 products and worth £1,205, this advent calendar is already available on the waitlist now. Act fast so you'll be notified as soon as it officially releases.
- Release date: available now.
- Price: £185.
- Number of products: 12.
What's inside the Harrods 12 Days of Fragrance Advent Calendar?
Perfume enthusiasts, look alive, because this beauty advent calendar is the one for you. It contains 12 fragrances from brands such as Parfum de Marly, Acqua di Parma and Creed that are collectively worth £1,144, but – thanks to Harrods – can be yours for only £185. Available to shop now.
- Release date: available now.
- Price: £100.
- Number of products: 25.
What's inside the Beauty Bay advent calendar 2024?
It's no secret that Beauty Bay is one of the best beauty retailers in the UK, so naturally, the brand's beauty advent calendar simply had to make this list. Above all, it's priced at just £100 (worth £345) and features 25 skincare, haircare and makeup goodies that are nothing short of impressive. From Sol de Janeiro to Urban Decay, plus leading K-beauty brands such as Laneige and Beauty of Joseon, the Beauty Bay advent calendar is a fool-proof gift for any beauty lover.
- Release date: available for waitlist.
- Price: £250, worth £1,200.
- Number of products: TBC.
What's inside the Space NK Advent Calendar 2024?
Worth over £1,000, the Space NK advent calendar is genuinely one of the best options for anyone who's after a good mix of beauty contents that are coming from a variety of brands. Although we're yet to actually confirm the release date, we will be updating this page with more details in due time, but let us assure you that the product line-up is one of the best we've seen. We've spotted everything from Ultra Violette, Rare Beauty, Kate Somerville, Drunk Elephant, Medik8 and so much more.
- Release date: October 3rd.
- Price: £195.
- Number of products: 32.
What's inside the John Lewis Advent Calendar 2024?
In our humble opinion, the John Lewis beauty advent calendar is one of the most fairly priced entries in this roundup. Retailing for £195 and housing a total of 32 products inside, this beauty gift features a mix of haircare, skincare and makeup – all coming from known and loved brands such as Parfums de Marly, Charlotte Tilbury and Sol de Janeiro. Plus, behind door 25, 10 lucky winners will find a £500 voucher to spend at John Lewis to make this year's Christmas that much more special.
- Release date: available now.
- Price: £99.
- Number of products: 12.
What's inside the Harrods 12 Days of Sparkle Advent Calendar?
This is the cheaper of the three Harrods beauty advent calendars – but trust us when we say it doesn't compromise in quality. It comes with 12 hair and body products from Living Proof, Drybar, Color Wow and more – in other words, absolute staples when it comes to stocking up your beauty cupboard. Available for pre-order now for just £99.
- Release date: coming soon.
- Price: TBC.
- Number of days: 25.
What's inside the Elemis Advent Calendar 2024?
Every year, the annual Elemis advent calendar never fails to impress. While we don't have much information on this year's launch, judging by the brand's previous advent calendars, as ever, we expect an exciting line-up of iconic skincare. We're crossing our fingers to see the iconic Pro-Collagen range, particularly the viral cleansing balm and the moisturiser (both of which are known and loved within the GLAMOUR office.
How we test the best beauty advent calendars:
Each year, the GLAMOUR beauty desk is inundated with the hottest new advent calendar launches, placing us in a pretty stellar position to bring you the ultimate edit of reviewed options that are actually worth the splurge. We always aim to personally test the majority of the products in our roundups and use our own expertise to figure out which options are genuinely worth the splurge (out of the hundreds available online). Plus, our beauty editors have spent decades testing the biggest beauty launches and consulting industry experts to offer you expert advice on every beauty concern you may have.
Scroll further to view the best beauty advent calendars from last year…
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Rituals Premium Advent Calendar 2023
- Price: £165.
- Number of products: 24.
- Best for: bodycare.
What's inside the Rituals advent calendar?
A beauty advent calendar shaped like a dreamy village? Where do we get it? Naturally, the answer is on the Rituals website. This year, the premium version of the Rituals advent calendar features 24 products for a little over £180. You'll get your hands on some of the best Rituals products, including The Ritual of Karma Body Lotion Mousse, The Ritual of Hammam Foaming Shower Gel and even a mini candle set – what's not to love?
Top 3 product highlights: The Ritual of Namaste Anti-Aging Serum 10ml; The Ritual of Ayurveda Rich Body Oil 100ml; The Ritual of Karma Body Lotion Mousse 150ml.
GLAMOUR-unpacked: As someone who's unpacked virtually every beauty advent calendar this year, I'm not so easy to impress, but this year's lineup of the Rituals' offerings really exceeded all of my expectations. The packaging is, hands down, the most creative I've seen in 2023. Plus, the selection of products just happens to feature my all-time favourites.
Courtesy of brand2/41Bobbi Brown Beauty Advent Calendar 2023
- Price: £195
- Number of products: 12
What's inside the Bobbi Brown 12 Days of Glow Advent Calendar?
This beauty advent calendar contains 12 of Bobbi Brown's best-selling products, 3 of which are full-size. The selection is varied too, yielding you a mascara, a cleansing oil, several cream shadow sticks and much, much more. Great addition to any makeup cabinet.
Top 3 product highlights: Smokey Eye Mascara, Black 6ml; Vitamin Enriched Face Base 15ml; Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick, Bark (Matte) 0.9g.
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Sephora Collection After Christmas Beauty Advent Calendar 2023
- Price: £34.99
- Number of products: 11
What's inside the Sephora Collection After Christmas Advent Calendar 2023?
While most beauty advent calendars treat you to a variety of goodies in the build-up to Christmas, this one from Sephora instead pampers you in the period between December 24th and New Year's. It contains 11 makeup, skincare and accessories surprises spread across 7 days.
Top 3 product highlights: Pomegranate Eye Masks; Cherry lip mask; Nail polish: L43 It Girl 5ml.
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Diptyque Advent Calendar 2023
- Price of the Diptyque Beauty Advent Calendar: £390.
- Number of products: 25.
What's inside the Diptyque Advent Calendar 2023?
This year, Diptyque has treated us to a one-of-a-kind advent calendar that packs 25 scented goodies, including some bits from the brand's latest festive collection, such as Sapin (Pine Tree), Délice (Delight) and Coton (Cotton).
Top 3 product highlights: Sapin (Pine Tree); Délice (Delight); Coton (Cotton).
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Clarins Beauty Advent Calendar 2023
- Price: £52.
- Number of products: 12.
What's inside the Clarins 12 Day Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
On the 12th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… The new Clarins beauty advent calendar. Expertly edited to feature all the best products the brand has to offer, this mini calendar packs a lot of punch in an adorable festive package – perfect for refilling your makeup bag.
Top 3 product highlights: Clarins Total Eye Lift 7ml; Clarins Cleansing Micellar Water 50ml; Clarins Beauty Flash Balm 50ml.
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Penhaligon's Advent Calendar 2023
- Price: £395
- Number of products: 24
What's inside the Penhaligon's Advent Calendar 2023?
If you're a fragrance enthusiast, then you'll absolutely love this perfume advent calendar from Penhaligon's. Not only is it shaped like the most adorably festive toy box, but it also comes with 24 goodies for you to unpack, many of which are 5ml and 10ml versions of the brand's very best fragrances.
Top 3 product highlights: Elisabethan Rose 5ml; The Favourite 10ml; Comoros Pearl candle 35g.
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NYX Fa La La La Land 12 Days Of Kissmass
- Price: £37.45
- Number of products: 12
What's inside the NYX Advent Calendar?
After a beauty advent calendar full of lip products? Say no more. The NYX Fa La La La Land 12 Days Of Kissmass advent is just the thing. Its adorable packaging is sure to put a smile on any beauty lover's face, but the contents is really where this gift really shines. You'll spot everything from the brand's iconic butter glosses to lip creams. A must.
Top 3 product highlights: NYX Professional Butter Gloss; NYX Professional smooth whip lip cream.
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Dr. Barbara Sturm Beauty Advent Calendar 2023
- Price: £450
- Worth: £1,118
- Number of products: 25
What’s inside the Dr. Barbara Sturm beauty advent calendar?
When it comes to luxury skincare products, there aren’t many brands that do it better than Dr. Barbara Sturm. This gift set features 25 products, which are all worth a total of £1,118 and contains staples like moisturizing creams, serums, masks, toners and more.
Top 3 product highlights: Super Anti-Aging Cleansing Cream 20ml; The Better B Niacinamide Serum 10ml; Super Anti-Aging Neck & Decollete Cream 3.5ml
GLAMOUR-unpacked: As someone who adores skincare by Dr. Barbara Sturm, I was beyond excited about the brand's annual beauty advent calendar launch. It's filled to the brim with all my skincare heroes, worth at over £1,100 - a must if you're after a premium skincare advent calendar.
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Garnier Skincare Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: WAS £38 NOW £25.46
- Number of products: 12
What's inside the Garnier 12 Days Of Maskmas Advent Calendar?
What's Christmas without its fair share of relaxation and self-care? Thankfully for you, this highly affordable 12-day advent calendar comes with 12 sheet masks and eye masks for you to treat yourself to all throughout the winter break. So good, you'll come out in 2024 feeling completely fresh and recharged.
Top 3 product highlights: Moisture Bomb Green Tea and Hyaluronic Acid Sheet Mask; Moisture Bomb Lavender and Hyaluronic Acid Sheet Mask; Moisture Bomb Coconut Water Eye Mask.
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Armani Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: WAS £270 NOW £190
- Worth: £450
- Number of products: 24
What's inside the Armani Beauty Advent Calendar?
If you're a die-hard makeup or a perfume obsessive, you must check out this year's Armani beauty advent calendar. Packing 24 luxe goodies inside, this premium gift will spoil any beauty lover. Inside, you'll find some of the brand's best-selling products, including the iconic Si eau de parfum, Lip Power lipstick and the My Way fragrance. Name a better beauty gift to unbox on Christmas Day, we'll wait…
Top 3 product highlights: My Way Floral 7EDP 7ml; Eccentrico Mascara 10ml - Black; Lip Maestro Liquid Lipstick 6.5ml - Shade #400.
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ESPA Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £131.25
- Worth: £419
- Number of products: 25
What's inside the ESPA Advent Calendar?
Looking for the ultimate self-care beauty advent calendar? We've got you covered. Lift your festive spirits with 25 luxurious bodycare and skincare ESPA treats, including everything from cleansers, moisturisers and rich essential oils for that much needed at-home aromatherapy treat.
Top 3 product highlights: ESPA Winter Spice Scented Ceramic Ornament; Fortifying Bath & Body Oil 15ml; Muscle Rescue Balm 15g.
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Space NK 12 Days Of Fragrance Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £135
- Number of products: 12
What's inside the Space NK Fragrance Advent Calendar?
After a fragrance advent calendar that won't break the bank? You've come to the right place. The Space NK Fragrance Advent Calendar is priced at just £150 and includes 12 scented goodies inside, including everything from Diptyque, Byredo, Maison Margeila, Jo Loves and Juliette Has A Gun. A dream for any perfume lover.
Top 3 product highlights: Diptyque Eau Captial Hair Mist; Maison Margeila Lazy Sunday Morning; Floral St Sweet Almond Blossom Edp.
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bareMinerals Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £84
- Number of products: 12
What's inside the bareMinerals Advent Calendar?
Spoil your beauty-obsessed besties with one of the best budget-friendly beauty advent calendars around with this offering from bareMinerals. Inside, you'll find 12 beauty goodies, including some of the brand's best-selling products, such as the Skinlongevity Long Life Herb Serum and the 10% Phyto-Retinol Night Concentrate.
Top 3 product highlights: 10% Phyto-Retinol Night Concentrate; Mineralist Lasting Eyeliner in ‘Onyx’; Loose Eye Colour in ‘Queen Phyllis’.
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The No7 Restore & Renew Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £43.96.
- Worth: £213.
- Number of products: 25.
What's inside the No7 Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
11 deluxe minis, 14 full-size and limited-edition products? No wonder the No7 beauty advent calendar was one of the best-selling gift sets on Boots last year. And this time round, you can get your hands on them 24 hours earlier by signing up to the waitlist. Don’t miss out.
Top 3 product highlights: No7 Total Renewal Micro-dermabrasion Face Exfoliator 75ml; No7 Skin Illuminator 30ml; Pure Retinol 0.3% RETINOL Night Concentrate 10ml.
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YSL Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £250.
- Number of products: 24.
What's inside the YSL Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
Over the years, the French brand has repeatedly cemented its cult-favourite status among the beauty lovers, so naturally, whenever we see an Yves Saint Laurent beauty advent calendar, our excitement knows no limits. This year, the Paris-born beauty brand has released a luxe advent calendar that's bigger and more stunning than ever, featuring 24 of its iconic beauty goodies. Think: lipsticks, perfumes and makeup treats galore.
Top 3 product highlights: Libre eau de parfum; Mini Rouge Volupte Shine lipstick; Mini Lash Clash mascara.
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Neal's Yard Remedies Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £95.
- Worth: over £180.
- Number of products: 12.
What's inside the Neal's Yard Remedies Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
Featuring 7 full-sized products and 5 miniatures encased in a beautiful, refillable keepsake box, this seasonal advent calendar isn't something you'd want to miss out on. Just the hyaluronic acid and overnight mask alone make it well worth the money.
Top 3 product highlights: Rejuvenating Frankincense Hydrating Cream (50g); Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Booster (25ml); Frankincense Intense Age-Defying Overnight Mask (15ml).
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Makeup Revolution Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £32.
- Worth: over £96.
- Number of products: 25.
What's inside the Makeup Revolution Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
Yes, you read that right – thanks to this affordable advent calendar, you'll be able to get your hands on 25 products (of which 20 are full-sized) for just under £50. This includes a range of makeup brushes, lipsticks, lip liners and much, much more.
Top 3 product highlights: Superdewy Blush You Got Me Blushing; Detailed Eyeshadow Brush; Fluffy Eye Brush.
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Boots Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £99.
- Worth: £467.91.
- Number of products: 24.
What's inside the Boots Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
For the longest time, Boots has been THE go-to website to get your hands on some of the best beauty advent calendar. However, this year the retailer has launched its own calendar – and it's definitely flown up the list of must-haves. New in the beauty advent market, it boasts 24 products in total, 14 of which are full-size and come from the likes of Fenty Beauty, Huda Beauty, Drunk Elephant, Too Faced and many, many more.
Top 3 product highlights: Drunk Elephant Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser 30ml; Huda Beauty Cheeky Tint Blush Stick 5g in Perky Peach; Fenty Beauty Pro Kiss'r Luscious Lip Balm 12ml in Hint Hint.
GLAMOUR-unpacked: I'm not exaggerating, I absolutely squealed out loud when I heard that Boots has released their very first multi-brand beauty advent calendar. I love that it's more on an affordable side, yet still manages to impress with the included celeb-owned brands (think Fenty, Huda and more).
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Liz Earle Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £60.
- Worth: £174.50.
- Number of products: 12.
What's inside the Liz Earle Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
Filled to the brim with Liz Earle bestsellers like the brand's own hot cloth cleanser, gel cleanser, eye lotion, hydrating cream mask and more, this advent calendar is perfect for all skincare lovers. Guaranteed to leave your skin feeling nourished all throghout the festive period.
Top 3 product highlights: Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser 30ml; Hydrating Cream Mask 75ml; Superskin Alt-Retinol Booster 15ml.
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MAC Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £136.
- Number of products: 24.
What's inside the MAC Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
Want to give someone the greatest makeup gift of all? Make their year with this MAC advent calendar, which is filled with 24 of the brand's best and most coveted products. And yes, that includes an entire range of lipsticks, mascaras, lip pencils, foundations and more.
Top 3 product highlights: MAC Lusterglass Sheer-Shine Lipstick; MAC MAC Stack Waterproof Mascara; MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 Foundation.
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Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Gift Set 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £320.
- Number of products: 14.
What's inside the Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Gift Set?
Sure, the Charlotte Tilbury Lucky Chest of Beauty Secrets may be sold out, but that just means we can shift our attention to this gift set full of iconic Pillow Talk products. This set features 14 full-size products and even comes in a reusable box that contains a vanity mirror.
Top 3 product highlights: Pillow Talk Beautifying Face Palette in Fair/Medium; Pillow Talk Matte Beauty Blush Wand in Pillow Talk (12ml); Eyes to Mesmerise in Pillow Talk (7ml).
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By Terry Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £137.90.
- Number of products: 24.
What's inside the By Terry Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
Pamper yourself or a loved one to a truly special beauty advent calendars, coming from one of the most popular brands to date. This year, By Terry treated us to a calendar full of 10 makeup and skincare must-haves (full-size, in case you were wondering), plus 12 travel size goodies and eye brushes. Long story short, that's your beauty routine sorted.
Top 3 product highlights: Brightening Cc Luminizer; Lip Expert Shine - 5. Chili Potion; Tool-Expert Retractable Kabuki Brush.
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Soap & Glory It’s A Pinker Wonderland Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £36.80.
- Number of products: 24.
What’s inside the Soap & Glory advent calendar?
This beauty advent calendar from Soap & Glory is one of the best affordable options available this holiday season. Its arsenal of skincare and bodycare goodies includes the Righteous Butter Body Butter (which comes infused with shea butter) and the Speed Plump Intensely Hydrating Day Lotion (which we thoroughly recommend).
Top 3 product highlights: Speed Plump Intensely Hydrating Day Lotion 50ml; The Righteous Butter Body Butter 300ml; Soap & Glory Massaging Face Mitt.
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The Body Shop Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £95.
- Worth: £173.50.
- Number of products: 25.
What's inside The Body Shop Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
Kick back and unwind in the holiday season with this beauty advent calendar from The Body Shop. It comes with 25 products, which includes award-winning body butters, body washes, scrubs, sheet masks, hand balms and much, much more. Plus, in true The Body Shop style, each advent calendar is sustainable and has been made using recycled and recyclable materials.
Top 3 product highlights: Shea Hand Balm 30ml; Himalayan Charcoal Purifying Glow Mask 15ml; Vitamin C Glow Sheet Mask 18ml.
GLAMOUR-unpacked: I'm calling it. The Body Shop advent calendar is this year's best bodycare advent calendar, period. A) The stunning festive packaging will spread Christmas cheer in the most adorable way B) The impressive lineup of products will take care of your entire “everything shower” routine C) The price is under £100, need I say more?
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John Lewis Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £175.50.
- Worth: £921.42.
- Number of products: 31.
What's inside the John Lewis Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
We've seen some very generous beauty advent calendars ahead of this holiday season, and it's safe to say this is one of them. The John Lewis beauty advent calendar packs 31 products worth over £900, including 16 which are full-size. And what's even better is that 10 lucky customers also have a chance to win a £500 gift voucher – yes, really. The pinnacle of pampering.
Top 3 product highlights: Neom Organics London Bedtime Hero Scented Candle, 185g; Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Eyeshadow Palette; Sisley Hair Rituel Precious Hair Care Oil Glossiness & Nutrition.
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Sephora Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
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- Price: £189.
- Worth: £1,000.
- Number of products: 36.
What's inside the Sephora Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
No, your eyes aren’t deceiving you. Having debuted last year with their first ever beauty advent calendar, the Sephora is back with a vengeance with a whopping 36 makeup, skincare, haircare and bodycare goodies (yep, including a scented candle) spread across just 25 days of Christmas. That means that there will be days where you’ll have two gifts – and in some cases, even three. What’s not to love?
Top 3 product highlights: Fenty Skin Fat Water Pore-Refining Toner Serum 10ml; Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops 40ml; Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Matte Liquid Liner; Philip Kingsley Elasti-Styler 5-in-1 Treatment 100ml.
GLAMOUR-unpacked: Now, if you were to ask me as to what is the best beauty advent calendars that has the best value, I'd point right at the Sephora's offering (yes, it's that good). I was particularly fond of the vibrant orange packaging and the contents that include Sephora-exclusive brands (even that ONE/SIZE setting spray that's loved by Beyonce).
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Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT
- Price: £160.
- Worth: £223.
- Number of products: 12
What's inside the Charlotte Tilbury advent calendar?
Charlotte Tilbury's Lucky Chest of Beauty Secrets is back again this year, featuring favourites such as Charlotte’s Magic Lip Oil Crystal Elixir, Charlotte's Magic Cream, the Hollywood Complexion Brush and many, many other new products that are trending everywhere, including TikTok.
Top 3 product highlights: Charlotte’s Magic Lip Oil Crystal Elixir; Charlotte's Magic Cream; Hollywood Complexion Brush.
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The White Company Beauty Advent Calendar 2023
- Price : £175.
- Worth: £273.
- Number of products: 25.
What's inside The White Company Advent Calendar?
Yep, The White Company Advent Calendar is officially back for the 2023 festive season, and we couldn't be more excited. There are 25 self-care presents hidden behind pull-out doors, including two full-size candles to fill your home with dreamy home fragrance aromas, as well as two full-sized bath and body products to truly pamper yourself on those “everything shower” days. Proceeds to checkout, immediately…
Top 3 product highlights: Nourish Cloud Cream; Fireside Fragrance Oil; Wild Mint Hand Wash.
GLAMOUR-unpacked: Unboxing The White Company's beauty advent calendar always feels like a luxury experience, not least because of what's inside but because the festive packaging seems to get better and better every December too. Alongside all the body care products, my favourite things to find are always the candles - and this year's contains three. Spoiled!
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Kiehl's Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £109.
- Number of products: 24.
What's inside the Kiehl's Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
Every year, the Kiehl’s beauty advent calendar features some of the best illustrations of the holiday season. In 2023, they partnered with Icinori, who created a limited edition design that houses 24 festive treats. You can expect to find some of Kiehl’s best-selling products here.
Top 3 product highlights: Ultra Facial Cream; Avocado Eye; Midnight Recovery Concentrate.
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Selfridges Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £220.
- Worth: £1,094.
- Number of products: 32.
What's inside the Selfridges Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
Look out, because the Selfridges beauty advent calendar definitely didn't come to play around. This year, it contains an additional 4 products compared to 2022, which means that each calendar packs a total of 32 treats from big name brands such as Paco Rabanne, Lisa Eldridge, Sam McKnight and Dr. Barbara Sturm. In other words, this gift set features pretty much everything you'd want in your wishlist and more.
Top 3 product highlights: REFY Brow Sculpt 8.5ml; PHLUR Missing Person eau de parfum 9.5ml; Dermalogica Daily Milkfoliant 13g.
GLAMOUR-unpacked: Having unboxed the Selfridges beauty advent calendar, I can hardly imagine this roundup without it. My favourite part is definitely the inclusion of Selfridges-exclusive products coming from the likes of REFY and Lisa Eldridge.
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GLOSSYBOX Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £70 for subscribers and £80 for non-subscribers.
- Worth: over £473.
- Number of products: 28.
What's inside the GLOSSYBOX Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
With 28 products in total, 17 of which are full-sized and another 11 are deluxe-sized, this beauty advent calendar from GLOSSYBOX is a serious bargain. Available for subscribers for just £70, it comes with a magical collection of goodies from brands such as Medik8, Color Wow, Floral Street, and many, many more.
Top 3 product highlights: L’Occitane Almond Delicious Hand Cream; Rituals Ritual of Sakura Candle; Medik8 Micellar Mousse.
GLAMOUR-unpacked: The GLOSSYBOX beauty advent calendar is one of the best “under £100” options I've unpacked this year. Why, you ask? For starters, I loved that it contains 17 full size products (which isn't so common for affordable advent calendars). Not to mention, I enjoyed the selection of included brands such as Medik8, Rituals and Color Wow.
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Jo Malone Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £350.
- Number of products: 25.
What's inside the Jo Malone Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
Encased in a gingerbread-inspired design, this beauty advent calendar from Jo Malone comes with 25 holiday treats – and yes, that includes many of the brand’s best and most famous fragrances in the forms of colognes, candles, bodycare and more.
Top 3 product highlights: English Pear & Freesia; Peony & Blush Suede cologne; Nectarine Blossom & Honey Cologne.
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Anthropologie Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £78.
- Worth: over £300.
- Number of products: 25
What's inside the Anthropologie advent calendar?
25 products worth over £300 for just £78? You can expect this beauty advent calendar from Anthropologie to sell out very quickly. With goodies such as bath oils, nail paints, eye serums, face balms and more, we're 100% it's bound to be a Christmas favourite.
Top 3 product highlights: Dreem Distillery Moonlit Face Mask; Ilapothecary Eye Serum; UpCircle Cleansing Face Balm.
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ASOS Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £90.
- Worth: over £330.
- Number of products: 25.
What's inside the ASOS Face + Body 25 Day Advent Calendar?
This affordable advent calendar makes the perfect gift for friends and family who are obsessed with bodycare products. It only costs £90 and comes with 25 products to help tide you over ahead of the big day. And yes, that includes all sorts of treats, including nourishing hair oils, firming creams, gua shas and pillow sprays.
Top 3 product highlights: Dr Barbara Sturm Face Cream 20ml; Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Cream 25ml; Erborian Skin Therapy 10ml.
GLAMOUR-unpacked: I had such fun unboxing this year's ASOS Face + Body advent calendar, and here's why. I loved the neat packaging and the colourful numbered boxes, but above all, I enjoyed the travel-size goodies. Case in point: the Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Cream is coming with me to my next summer holiday.
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Lancôme Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £165.
- Number of products: 24.
What's inside the Lancôme Beauty Advent Calendar 2023?
In the world of beauty, Lancôme needs no introduction. This year, the brand has treated us to a truly exceptional advent calendar that packs everything from its makeup heroes to best-selling skincare products and even perfume. Featuring 24 products in total, the Lancôme beauty advent calendar retails for £165 (sold exclusively at Selfridges). Expect everything from its epic Lash Idôle mascara to the La Vie Est Belle eau de parfum. Mega.
Top 3 product highlights: La Vie Est Belle eau de parfum; Advanced Génifique serum 20ml; Rénergie H.P.N. 300-Peptide Cream 15ml.
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Benefit Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £145.
- Worth: £281.
- Number of products: 24.
What’s inside the Benefit beauty advent calendar?
PSA: This might just be our favourite makeup advent calendar of 2023 (at the very least, it surely falls into our top 10). It’s safe to say that this year’s Benefit beauty advent calendar definitely exceeded our expectations. Inside, you’ll find a total of 24 of some of the brand’s best-selling products (we’re talking everything from the cult-favourite POREfessional primer, the viral Roller Lash mascara, the iconic Hoola bronzer and, of course, *multiple* brow goodies). Did we mention that you’ll also find a brush inside too? An easy 10/10.
Top 3 product highlights: Roller Lash mascara full-size; The POREfessional Lite Primer; Hoola matte bronzer mini.
GLAMOUR-unpacked: In my humble opinion, the Benefit beauty advent calendar is the best makeup advent calendar of 2023. I love that despite being on the more affordable side, it still included an impressive selection of the brands best-sellers, including my favourite Hoola Bronzer and the Roller Lash mascara.
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Acqua di Parma Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £450.
- Number of products: 25.
What's inside the Acqua di Parma Advent Calendar 2023?
Perfume lovers, buckle up, because Acqua di Parma served up an extra special Christmas treat for the fragrance-obsessed. Packing 25 scented goodies inside, this perfume advent calendars features everything from the bran's best-selling travel-size perfumes, luxe body care and haircare products as well as special edition candles to surround yourself with the most addicting fragrances.
Top 3 product highlights: Signatures sandalo edp 12ml; Signatures yuzu body cream 15ml; Signatures Osmanthus edp 12ml.
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PrettyLittleThing Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £48.
- Worth: £198.
- Number of products: 24.
What's inside the PrettyLittleThing Calendar 2023?
One of the most popular beauty advent calendars is officially back for another year, featuring £198 worth of epic beauty treats, including everything from skincare goodies to trending makeup bits. Our faves? Of course the Bondi Sands Pure Concentrated Self Tan Drops and the iconic Pixi Hello Kitty Limited Edition Glow Tonic.
Top 3 product highlights: Pixi Hello Kitty Limited Edition Glow Tonic; Bondi Sands Pure Concentrated Self Tan Drops; Carmex Cherry Lip Balm Pot.
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Flannels Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £170.
- Worth: over £625.
- Number of products: 17.
What's inside the Flannels Beauty Christmas Cracker?
Flannels have just announced their beauty advent calendar for 2023, and it's done in one of the most unique formats we've seen. This year, the retailer is treating you to the ultimate beauty Christmas Cracker full of 17 beauty products (14 of which are full-size, btw). Worth over £625, this beauty gift can be yours for just £170, bringing you all the most popular goodies from the likes of Charlotte Tilbury, Medik8 and Pat McGrath Labs – run, don't walk.
Top 3 product highlights: Olaplex No 3, Full Size; Augustinus Bader Rich Cream, Full Size; Charlotte Tilbury Bella Sofia Palette, Full Size.
GLAMOUR-unpacked: This is possibly one of the most unique beauty advent calendar launches I've seen so far. See, instead of the traditional packaging, Flannels treated us to an advent calendar that's shaped like a Christmas Cracker. My highlight was the selection of products: I loved unpacking my trusty Olaplex No 3 as well as the stunning Pat McGrath lipstick.
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Real Techniques Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT.
- Price: £80
- Number of products: 25
What's inside the Real Techniques 25 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar?
Filled with a selection of 25 products, this affordable beauty advent calendar from Real Techniques is a great entryway into the world of makeup. It contains a wide range of beauty tools, including brushes and sponges that help create a flawless makeup look.
Top 3 product highlights: Real Techniques Tweezers; Real Techniques Mini 206 Contour Brush; Real Techniques Makeup Remover Pad.
Beauty Advent Calendars: FAQs
When do beauty advent calendars go on sale in 2024?
We expect most of the beauty advent calendars to drop in the beginning of September, however, it's also worth noting that a fair share of pre-orders and waitlists has already gone live.
Are beauty advent calendars worth it?
In short, yes. Most beauty advent calendars offer quite a bit of savings considering the contents that they offer. For instance, last year's Harvey Nichols beauty advent calendar cost £250 and offered over £1,300 worth of value. And don't forget that beauty advent calendars are also a great way to broaden your horizons and try new products – meaning when you can get your hands on full-size and travel-size versions of products that you've always been dying to try out. As for what's inside, you'll spot everything from a quality anti-ageing moisturiser, an eyeshadow palette, a hair conditioner, a nail polish, a lip gloss to a vitamin C serum and more – all of which will make excellent beauty stocking fillers.
What is the best beauty advent calendar 2024?
“What is the best beauty advent calendar on the market?” or “Which beauty advent calendar is worth the most?” is something that we get asked on a daily basis. In short, it depends on the brands you love and the kinds of products you’re after. Last year year, the GLAMOUR readers loved the Sephora Beauty Advent Calendar as well as the Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar, and we're not in the slightest bit surprised as to why…
What is the most luxurious advent calendar this year?
As far as luxury advent calendars go, we're basically spoilt for choice. And the good news is that last year, we've seen quite a handful of options that were genuinely worth the splurge. This, of course, includes Harvey Nichols, Jo Malone, NARS, Bobbi Brown, Harrods, Vogue, Dior, YSL, Molton Brown and Pennhaligon's.
Are there any beauty advent calendar deals?
As we're heading into autumn and inching closer to November, it's likely that quite a handful of beauty advent calendars will go on sale ahead of Black Friday sales. Last year, we've seen some of the best options get discounted by up to 50%, so naturally, we expect nothing less in 2024. We'll keep this page updated on a regular basis to spotlight any beauty advent calendar deals worth shopping.
Which brands have beauty advent calendars?
Each year, we see a truly impressive line-up of luxury brands that drop their own beauty advent calendars, including the likes of Harvey Nichols, Jo Malone, LookFantastic, Origins, Sisley Paris, Lumene, Kate Somerville, Aveda, House of Fraser, Charlotte Tilbury, 111SKIN, Phillip Kingsley, Eve Lom, Net-A-Porter, bareMinerals and Dr. Barbara Sturm and many, many more.
For more from Glamour UK Commerce Writer Denise Primbet, follow her on Instagram @deniseprimbet.
