With November here, shoppers have begun gearing up for Christmas.
We may be weeks away from December 25, but there’s a smugness in knowing that you’ve already ticked off all your gifting wants and needs before the festive season has even gotten into full swing. Not only can you sit back, relax, and watch the clamour for the last, damaged display item on the shelf, while you can save a pretty penny in the process.
For aficionados of all things glowy and guilt-free, there’s no such thing as too early, especially when beauty advent calendars are at stake. This year’s offerings are live and ready to buy, with options across budgets. For those who want glamour without risking bankruptcy, we’ve put together an edit of the best affordable beauty advent calendars on offer.
We’re talking about models that deliver value, variety and verve (without costing a small fortune). Think nifty surprises at every door: hand creams you’ll want to use, lip balms in festive yet versatile shades, and bath treats for sumptuous soaks on another level.
Expect 12 and 25-day calendars from quality brands with budgets in mind, who understand that beauty indulgence doesn’t have to mean blowing the Christmas spend.
Perhaps you’re more a curator than consumer – a creative soul who’d rather build a bespoke advent experience than unwrap a pre-boxed one. Fear not: we’ve gathered some brilliantly packaged gift sets that can serve as the building blocks for a DIY countdown. From sampler serums and travel-size tonics to mini palettes designed for collective gifting, these sets let you mix and match your way to a calendar that’s personal, polished and perfect for sharing.
Whether you’re gearing up for yourself or scouting gifts for friends and family, you’ll find something here that balances seasonal spectacle with savvy spending.
Consider this your timely reminder: the best bargains move fast, but building your own advent magic doesn’t have to wait until December.
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Sentier Fragrance advent calendar: 12 days of fragrant journey
Don't want to smell like everyone else? Sentier's fragrance calendar is like going to an olfactory theme park, with lovely and distinctive scents in every box.
The premium 12 drawer calendar contains eight fragrances and four candles, taking you through a chapter or emotion, memory, and mood.
Customers have already given it five-star reviews, with one saying; "I was surprised by how big the fragrances are".
Buy now £99.00, Sentier Fragrance
M&S The Beauty Advent Calendar 2025
M&S has teamed up with designer Bella Freud for its 2025 beauty advent calendar. Housing 25 boxes, the black and gold packaging opens to reveal numbered boxes, each one containing a beauty-related treat. Brands include Color WOW, thisworks, Living Proof, Cowshed and more, with plenty of accessories (like a gua sha tool) in the mix too.
While some of the boxes feel a little underwhelming — does anyone really need another claw clip? — there is much joy to be found here too.
It’s a pricey buy on its own, but you can get it for £60 if you spend £35 or more on full-price fashion, homeware or beauty, so it's worth adding on if you’re picking up a few M&S bits anyway - Abha Shah
Buy now £330.00, M&S
Sephora Collection Premium Advent Calendar
While Sephora's Favourites Advent Calendar is packed with big brands, if you're not bothered about labels and happy to enjoy the best of Sephora's in-house beauty treats, this calendar could save you more than half the price - it's £89.99 versus the Favourites £225.
Packaged in a reusable gold-coloured tin, the 24 boxed surprises span bath, body, makeup and a few fun accessories. It's the kind of advent that would satisfy the young or the unfussy, rather than die-hard beauty buffs - Abha Shah
Buy now £89.99, Sephora
Clarins 12 Day Women's Advent Calendar
Save big on an impressive 12 Clarins products, ranging from full-size bottles to handy minis. One product we’re particularly coveting it the Lip Comfort Oil in honey, which is a full-size treat. The best-selling Beauty Flash Balm is also full-size at 50ml – a Clarins fan favourite that almost instantly blurs signs of fatigue while brightening the complexion, whether used as a day treatment, a makeup base, or a mask.
This calendar is currently 40 per cent off, so grab it while you can.
Buy now £57.00, Debenhams
Soap & Glory The House of Glory Advent Calendar
The countdown to Christmas is well and truly on, and Boots is the latest retailer to join the fray. It launched its Soap & Glory 24-surprise calendar on August 6, meaning keen planners can get a head start on their festive gift-buying.
The contents are worth a cool £92, offering great value for money on bathtime treats. Plus, the design is adorable, with the sweetest wreath on the advent calendar's front door.
Buy now £43.20, Boots
Lookfantastic The Beauty Advent Calendar
Now that’s what I call value. At just over £100, this is one of the most affordable yet premium beauty advent calendars on the market for 2025. My favourites of the included products are the mini ColorWow shampoo and conditioner, as well as the MAC lip kit in the lovely seasonal hue Spice.
Buy now £105.00, Lookfantastic
Lookfantastic The Skin Clarifying Edit
When it comes to curating your very own beauty advent calendar, Lookfantastic is – you guessed it – a fantastic place to start.
This clarifying edit features seven premium products and is brilliant for hormonal, acne-prone skin. Despite being priced at just £45, it’s worth over £200 – making it a great starter kit for the young adult in your life who doesn’t quite know what clarifying products will work for them, but wants to try them all.
Our fave? We love Caudalie’s Instant Detox mask, which clarifies without drying out the skin.
Buy now £40.00, Lookfantastic
Revolution Pro Miracle 12-Day Advent Calendar
Featuring a generous array of products from Revolution’s beloved Pro Miracle collection – such as the Miracle Cream, Lip Balm, Lip Oil and more – this 12-Day advent is the perfect gift for anyone looking to zhuzh up their skincare routine without spending their entire Christmas bonus before it's even arrived in its designated bank account. It also comes with a relacing eye roller, tweezers, an eye mask and a myriad of additional accessories.
Buy now £38.50, Amazon
Sunkissed 25 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar
A brilliant starter kit for the tween in your life who has been begging to start using makeup, Sunkissed’s 25 Days of Beauty advent features products comprised of 95 per cent natural formulations. It includes a brilliant, full-sized and limited-edition bronzer, creamy lip gloss palettes, lip gloss tubes, nail gems, and a myriad of other pretty and practical beauty accessories for just under £15.
Buy now £14.99, Superdrug
Catrice Cosmetics The Great Gatsby Christmas Advent Calendar
Catrice’s The Great Gatsby-themed beauty advent is perfect for those who enjoy Champagne decadence on a lemonade budget.
It’s wonderfully designed, exceedingly festive, and features a fantastic selection of the affordable beauty brand’s best products. We’re big fans of advent calendars that include premium brushes alongside eyeshadow palettes, as opposed to flimsy built-in options – and Catrice has done just that.
We also love the festive, glittering hairclip to add some extra sparkle to your makeup routine.
Buy now £29.24, Just My Look
Simply Be Body Collection Advent
Designed to offer a dose of self-care essentials, this body-focused advent from Simply Be features a clay face mask, body washes, bath fizzers, soaking salts and even a luxurious sleep mask – among other decadent products. Take on your next staycation to elevate your relaxation tenfold.
Buy now £22.00, Simply Be
Technic Cosmetic Countdown Advent Calendar
Contained in a rather utilitarian, reusable storage box, Technic Cosmetic’s beauty countdown is currently £30 off, which means the 24-product strong calendar is going for just £15. Fan favourites include the Technic Mousse and Diamond Shine eyeshadow creams – buildable, highly pigmented festive saviours that serve as a budget-friendly alternative to Urban Decay’s Moondust.
Buy now £15.00, Beauty Outlet
William Morris At Home Beauty Advent Calendar
Pretty enough to keep on display, this William Morris at Home advent calendar is decorated with the Sunflower Swan motif and filled with 24 bath and body minis. Each daily treat is inspired by Morris’ love of nature, making it a thoughtful, affordable choice that brings a touch of heritage design to your December routine.
Buy now £45.00, John Lewis
