The best beauty advent calendars to buy in 2024 for any budget

Collage of Advent Calendars from Cowshed, Liberty and John Lewis, on a pink watercolour background

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published 11 September 2024

Are you on the hunt for a beauty advent calendar, but are not quite sure which one is worth parting ways with your pennies for? Well, we've found the very best advent calendars that this year has to offer, from luxe buys worth over £1500 to those that boast the best value...

There's a certain thrill that advent calendars offer, even more so when they're stashed with some of the most popular luxury beauty products available right now. Arriving in an array of budgets, themes, and most importantly with a variety of goodies inside, they can make a great treat for yourself or a perfect beauty gift idea for a loved one.

You have two paths to go down, either opt for a specific brand's advent calendar, such as Elemis, Bobbi Brown and Cowshed, to enjoy some of their best-selling products. Or, choose a calendar from a department store or e-tailer, like Harrods, Liberty and Look Fantastic, for a variety of products from a number of well-known brands.

Instead of spending all day weighing up the options, we've done all the hard work for you by scouring the depths of the internet to compile a one-stop shop for all your beauty advent calendar desires - and trust us, we've found some gems that are well worth shopping...

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The best beauty advent calendars for 2024

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FAQ's

What is the most popular beauty advent calendar?

All of the calendars included in our round-up are very popular choices, so it's difficult to pinpoint which are the most popular officially. However, some very sought-after examples include well-loved makeup brands like Charlotte Tilbury and MAC Cosmetics, and department store offerings from Cult Beauty, Liberty London, Space NK, and John Lewis.

Which beauty advent calendars are set to sell out in 2024?

Every beauty advent calendar has the chance of selling out, but a few particular standouts that are almost guaranteed to sell out completely include Space NK, No7, Cult Beauty, and Liberty London. Remember that beauty advent calendars are limited edition – once they're gone, they're gone!

Which beauty advent calendar is worth the most?

Out of the beauty advent calendars that have been released so far this year, the Harrods Advent Calendar has the highest value of the contents inside. Setting you back £250, this calendar has a worth of £1,599, thanks to its host of luxury brands, including Augustinus Bader, Tom Ford, La Mer, Charlotte Tilbury and Hourglass.

Which is the most expensive beauty advent calendar this year?

As the details of 2024 calendars are still being drip-fed, it's not possible to know which is the most expensive just yet. However, it's worth noting that fragrance brands' calendars do tend to come with heftier price tags due to the contents, making them some of the most luxurious advent calendars on the market – for example, Jo Loves' costs £375 this year.

Are beauty advent calendars worth the money?

This question is subjective, depending on which advent calendar you're looking to purchase, but all in all, beauty advent calendars are certainly worth the investment. Whilst some can require quite the splurge, the contents inside boast a higher value than the calendar's retail price, meaning you're getting more bang for your buck. They also offer the chance to try an array of new products from some of the biggest beauty brands on the market, so if you're looking to adopt new products into your routine, this is the perfect opportunity. Plus, they simply add to the excitement of the Christmas festivities!

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Sennen is Digital Beauty Writer at woman&home, where she shares the latest beauty buys and trending products from makeup and hair to skincare and nails. Previously, Sennen worked as a Junior Digital Editor at FROW Magazine, where she wrote about the latest fashion and beauty news, trends and viral must-have products to shop, and reviewing a lineup of beauty products. She has since worked with numerous brands including Who What Wear UK, HuffPost UK and Harvey Nichols. When she’s not writing about all things beauty, Sennen spends her spare time watching the latest Netflix series, doing lots of online shopping and walking her dog.