The ultimate skincare advent calendar by Elemis. Credit: Elemis.
Now that October is here, summer is over, and the weather is getting cooler, I and other beauty enthusiasts know that beauty season is just around the corner.
Yes, Christmas is still a few weeks away, but for big beauty brands, fall is the time to prepare and launch big beauty advent calendars for December. I choose one (or more!) each year and love waking up every morning to a new gift of makeup and skincare products.
Beauty advent calendars have become increasingly popular in recent years. In the countdown to Christmas, beauty gifts such as skin care, makeup, hair care and more are on the other side of the calendar door. Who needs chocolate?
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For the past three years, I’ve been treating myself to the famous MAC Advent Calendar, which comes in a variety of products and colors. Even if some shades aren’t my favorite, I add it to my makeup bag to try out different looks.
When choosing a beauty advent calendar, watching beauty vloggers on YouTube can help you decide which one to spend your hard-earned money on. You can also sneak a peek at what products are inside. With so many out there, it can be hard to choose, but there are plenty to suit most budgets. From Harrods to Charlotte Tilbury to Revolution, there’s something for everyone.
Here are some of Gemma’s top selections of beauty advent calendars from The House Hairdressing for Christmas 2024.
1. Charlotte Tilbury – €250, worth €296
A luxurious piece, “Charlotte’s Treasure Chest of Love” has a name that speaks for itself. This year, Charlotte Tilbury will make her famous appearance in a beautiful heart-shaped keepsake box that can be reused later. She only offers 12 days of Christmas, which is shorter than other advent calendars.
This box contains 3 full-size products (I would have liked to see more, but that’s one more than last year) and 9 travel-size products. Full-size items include Beauty Light Wand in Pinkgasm, Hyaluronic Happikiss in Pillow Talk, and Magic Lip Oil Crystal Elixir. Other highlights include Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray and Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes. Mascara and Matte Revolution Lipstick.
I think the content value of other Advents is much higher. I’m hoping to see more full-size products in this price range. But for fans of Charlotte Tilbury, it’s a beautiful December treat, presented in a luxurious keepsake box.
2. Cult Beauty – €275, worth €1,100
Offering a total of 40 products for 25 days, this Cult Beauty calendar is great value for money. It features a combination of hair care, skin care, and makeup products. There will be 19 full-sized products and three lucky people will receive a ticket with a €1,000 voucher to spend at Cult Beauty.
Notable full-size products include Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Matte Beauty Blush Wand, Natasha Denona Baby Love Palette, and Paula’s Choice Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment. There’s also Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream and Pat McGrath Labs Permanent Precision Liquid Liner. This is a great calendar with something for everyone to enjoy, and the content is of great value.
Look Fantastic Beauty Advent Calendar. Credit: That’s great.
3. Looks great – 120 euros, value for 650 euros. 10% off for monthly box subscribers
This is great value for money and will definitely sell out. (I have already pre-ordered one for myself!)
It contains 27 items (13 full size items) and has a wide variety of products. From Elemis skincare (Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream – a great way to start December off on the first day!) to Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum and Wella haircare. Also included is the iconic London Prep spray, Hug Me, in MAC Luster Glass Sheer Shine Lipstick, as well as full-sized Medic 8 Press and Glow.
The list goes on… Ordinary Skin Care, Shiseido Eye Masks, Ciaté London Blush and more. I am very impressed with the value for money of this product and the great combination of products. Day 24 is the full size Anastasia Beverly Hills Soft Glam Palette. What a joy from such an iconic name! I can’t wait for it to open in December.
4. Space NK – €288, worth £1,200. (Unfortunately, this cannot be shipped to Spain, but it will fit in your suitcase.)
Space NK is one of the most popular advent calendars every year, and it looks like this year will be no different. Includes 35 products (23 full sizes) and a wide range of brands. It truly is a wonderful Advent offering. Find 5 golden tickets in 5 calendars to receive the coveted Dyson Airwrap.
The calendar includes high-end brands such as Lisa Eldridge, Drunk Elephant, Charlotte Tilbury, Glossier, and Color Wow. Notable full-size products include Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, Milk Makeup Hydrogrip Primer, Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil, and Charlotte Tilbury Color Chameleon in Pillow Talk. Ah, fragrances have arrived again this year!
5. Elemis – 250 euros, equivalent to 682 euros
Luxury skincare brand Elemis has jumped on the beauty advent calendar trend in recent years with its own products. I’m an Elemis user myself, and I love that it’s filled with the brand’s classic pieces. It’s a shame that there’s only one full-size product, but it’s still a great option for skincare enthusiasts. It’s a very luxurious product for your skin.
The ultimate skincare advent calendar includes popular products such as ProCollagen Cleansing Balm, ProCollagen Energizing Marine Cleanser and Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads, plus a full size ProCollagen Marine Cream (worth £95 alone!) Contains.
6. Benefits – 187 euros, worth 385.56 euros
The 24 doors are housed in a lovely pink basket. The Benefit Gorgeous Grocer Beauty Advent Calendar includes four full-size products (The Porefessional Primer, Badgal BANG! Mascara, 24-Hour Brow Setter, and Roller Liner Eyeliner), plus a mini Hoola Matte Bronzer (my favorite) and Benetint Lip & Cheek stain included. And multiple blushes. I’ve been a long-time fan of this brand and still have items from last year, so the products last a long time. I think other calendars offer better value for money, but it’s a good choice for Benefit fans.
7. Revolution – €45, worth £97
Perfect for teens and makeup enthusiasts just starting out, this affordable beauty advent calendar from Revolution includes 24 items. There are some great items out there, from shimmering lip glosses and masks to brow gels and mini palettes. Despite being a budget brand, the makeup quality is high and I own several of their colorful palettes.
In-store, you’ll find lip products such as Revolution Satin Kiss Lipstick in shades of Heart Lace (Peach Nude) and Cupcake Pink, paired with Satin Kiss Lipliner in Chauffeur Nude and Divine. We also have beauty tools such as mini beauty blenders, powder puffs, and eye brushes. The calendar includes makeup essentials like kohl eyeliner (black and brown), a mini reloaded palette, and gold liquid shadow.
MAC gold gift. Credit: MAC.
8. MAC – €240, worth £445
A personal favorite, I’ve been buying this for myself as a MAC enthusiast for the past three years. This year, there will be 24 doors filled with products from iconic makeup brands. With 18 full-size products, you won’t be disappointed.
MAC Gift of Gold Advent Calendar 2024 includes MACximal Silky Matte Lipstick in shades of Sweet Deal and Taupe, Luster Glass Sheer Shine Lipstick in Beam There, Squirt Plumping Gloss Stick in Don That and Business Casual, Like Squirt Masu. There are also mini lip pencils like Spice and Whirl, eyeshadows like Swiss Chocolate, and skincare items like Hyper Real Skin Canvas Balm. In addition to MACstack mascara and Fix+ original setting spray, the calendar also features an eye mask for the first time.
I love MAC products, but I still have a lot of older products. A great product for MAC fans.
9. Ceremony
The famous Rituals brand is famous for its body care products.
Rituals offers several 2024 advent calendar options.
Rituals Classic Advent Calendar – €79.90, worth €145:
This 2D calendar is inspired by the canals of Amsterdam and contains 24 gorgeous surprises, including 4 exclusive mini candles that are lit every Sunday in Advent. Products include ‘Ritual of Sakura Shampoo & Body Bar’, ‘Ritual of Mer Body Cream’ and ‘Ritual of Hammam Body Lotion Mousse’. Rituals Deluxe Advent Calendar – €99.90, worth €171:
The 3D Deluxe Edition includes a festive village scene complete with string lights. Luxurious items include the Ritual of Ayurveda Scrub Glove, Ritual of Karma Overnight Body Mask, and Elixir Collection Purifying Scalp Scrub. Rituals Premium Advent Calendar – €149.90, worth €274:
This top-of-the-line option includes a sparkling village design and seven full-size products. Notable contents include The Ritual of Namaste Bakuchiol Booster, Amsterdam Collection Body Mist, and Mini Fragrance Stick. Rituals Men’s Grooming Advent Calendar – €89.90, worth €160.90:
The men’s edition includes a homme aftershave gel, a fortified caffeine shampoo, and a hammam candle. It’s the perfect early Christmas treat for the husband out there.
10. Harrods – £250, worth a whopping £1,599!
Please note that this advent calendar is only available at the famous Harrods store in Knightsbridge, London. Any excuse to travel is fine!
Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar 2024 needs no introduction. This is one of the most luxurious beauty advents available, featuring 25 golden doors with 15 full-sized products from leading brands. Key items include Valmont Prime Renewal Pack, La Mer The Lip Volumizer, Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Night Cream, Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat in Pillow Talk, Elemis ProCollagen Marine Oil, and Tom Ford Lip Color Matte.
Expectations for this calendar have grown each year, and the 2024 calendar offers more value than ever before. There’s something for every step of your beauty routine.
11. John Lewis – £195, worth £933.13
The John Lewis Beauty Advent Calendar 2024 features products from the best-selling skincare and make-up brands. This year, more beauty than ever is packed into a larger back. Includes 20 full size items and 12 deluxe minis. This product includes many premium brands, from brands such as Rituals, Nars, Charlotte Tilbury, Sol De Janeiro, MAC, Laura Mercier, and Dermalogica.
Behind each door are essential beauty products to get you ready for your Christmas celebrations. Key full-size products include Charlotte Tilbury’s Magic Cream, Sol de Janeiro’s Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, Dermalogica’s AGE Smart Biolumin C Serum, and Sunday Riley’s Luna Sleeping Night Oil. This diverse selection also includes Living Proof Full Shampoo and Conditioner, perfect for adding volume to fine hair, and Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eyeshadow in multiple shades of sepia.
We have tons of beautiful advent calendars, so take your time to browse and treat yourself in time for Christmas. However, it’s popular and often sells out, so be quick. I ordered Look Fantastic because I like all of their products and think it’s great value for money. Since I’m a monthly box subscriber, I also got 10% off.
Would you like to order yet? perhaps. I absolutely love makeup and skin care!
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