25 best beauty advent calendars for Christmas 2024, including Sephora, Clarins and Jo Malone London

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25 best beauty advent calendars for Christmas 2024, including Sephora, Clarins and Jo Malone London

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It’s that time of year when beauty advent calendars become front and centre of every conversation. Here’s Stylist’s round-up of the best in class.


It’s fair to say that the countdown to Christmas is one of the highlights of the year. Who doesn’t love listening to Wham! on repeat, drinking mulled wine at every opportunity and being surrounded by twinkling fairy lights? And the added bonus of treating yourself to a beauty advent calendar is one way to make December even more exciting. Because who needs chocolate when you can surround yourself with luxury beauty products?

It goes without saying that the beauty advent calendar stakes get higher every year, and 2024 is no different. Aside from opening a new treat every single day, beauty advent calendars are also a great way to try new skincare, make-up, body care and fragrance to help you find new favourites and rediscover old classics. From sell-out sensations like Space NK’s to Jo Malone’s treasure chest of treats and Mac Cosmetics’ limited edition offering, there are also some super-luxe choices from brands including Dior and Dr Barbara Sturm.

So, to help you make a fair decision (and to keep things from feeling a little overwhelming) we’ve rounded up the best beauty advent calendars for 2024 – keep scrolling to discover each of them. We can’t wait to find out which one (or two…) you’ll be choosing.

Best beauty advent calendars for 2024

Stylist x Latest in Beauty advent calendar 2024 products

Stylist x Latest in Beauty Advent Calendar

What’s so special about the Stylist x Latest in Beauty calendar?

We may be a little biased but this one is a good’un. Not only will the matte black packaging be a crowd-pleaser on your mantle, but so will the 28 (yes, you read that right) products inside. It includes offerings from brands such as Medik8, 111Skin, Vieve, Rituals and even a diddy Neom candle. From skincare to nails, we’ve got you covered with this advent calendar. 

What’s inside the Stylist x Latest in Beauty calendar?

It features a mammoth 28 products, but if we had to pick just three to be excited about, it would be Medik8 Crystal Retinal 1, Vieve Modern Matte Lipstick and Rituals The Ritual of Ayurveda Body Cream. 

How much does it cost?

£169 but it’s worth over £600. 

Use the discount code STYLISTREADER to get £38 off and free delivery. 

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now. 

buy now

m&s beauty advent calendar

Marks & Spencer Beauty Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the M&S calendar?

Always one of the best in terms of value for money, M&S’s beauty advent calendar is filled with treats worth £300, and it contains an impressive mix of products from brands you can shop in-store. Including Emma Hardie, Benefit, Cowshed and Living Proof, there are no duds in sight – you’ll want to use everything.

What’s inside the M&S calendar?

Out of the 25 products included, our top picks are the  L’Occitane Shea Hand Cream 30ml, Philip Kingsley Elasticizer 40ml and Living Proof PhD 5-in-1 Styling Treatment 60ml. 

How much does it cost?

As always, it costs just £50 when you spend £35 on clothing, home or beauty either in store or online.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

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Sephora advent calendar

Sephora Favourites Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Sephora calendar?

The gift of beauty doesn’t come more impressive than this. Worth over a staggering £1,000, you can expect to find a grand total of 40 beauty treasures, 24 of which are full-sized. The lucky receiver will be introduced to 20 exclusive-to-Sephora brands like Topicals and Makeup By Mario alongside cult favourites like Glossier, Olaplex and more.

What’s inside the Sephora calendar?

Included in the mega 40 products are 111Skin Rose Gold Brightening Facial Treatment Mask, Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Beauty Light Wand Light/Medium 12ml and Olaplex No.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum 90ml. 

How much does it cost?

£199, and it’s worth over £1,000.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now. 

buy now

Selfridges advent calendar

Selfridges Beauty Advent Calendar

What’s so special about the Selfridges calendar?

Home to one of the best beauty halls around, there was no doubt that Selfridges’ 2024 beauty advent calendar would be anything less than incredible. Bursting with 38 beauty must-haves, 22 of which are full-sized, from the most sought-after brands the department store has to offer, including Charlotte Tilbury, Kylie Cosmetics, Refy and Fenty Hair. Plus, you also get a Selfridges Beauty Concierge Card. We’re sold.

What’s inside the Selfridges calendar?

Out of the 38 products included, we’re most excited about the Ross J Barr Calm Patches, Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster and Byredo Rose of No Man’s Land EDP.

How much does it cost?

£250, and it’s worth over £1,000.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Join the waitlist

Space NK beauty advent calendar

Space NK Beauty Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Space NK calendar?

Forever a seasonal highlight, Space NK is always spot on when it comes to curating its annual advent calendar. This year is no different, and it features a must-have edit of need-to-try products from bestselling brands, including Rare Beauty, Summer Fridays, K18, Paula’s Choice and Drunk Elephant, to name just a few. But be warned: last year’s was the fastest-selling ever, so if you want it, you need to be quick.

What’s inside the Space NK Beauty calendar?

Included in the line-up are the likes of Augustinus Bader The Serum 15ml, Drunk Elephant La La Retro Whipped Cream 50ml and K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 50ml.

How much does it cost?

£250, and it’s worth over £1,200.

When will it be available to buy?

Available now. 

Buy now

asos face + body advent calendar

Asos Face + Body 25-Day Advent Calendar

What’s so special about the Asos calendar?

This year’s Asos advent calendar features an array of skincare, make-up, body care and haircare products from brands including Charlotte Tilbury, Elemis and Mac. The best news of all? It costs under £100.

What’s inside the Asos calendar?

Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream 25ml, L’Occitane Shower Oil 75ml and Milk Makeup Lip & Cheek iWerk are our favourites from the line-up.

How much does it cost?

£95, and it’s worth over £300.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Elemis advent calendar

Elemis First Class Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Elemis calendar?

Elemis fans, listen up because you’re not going to want to miss this. Housed in a fully recyclable keepsake box delivering 25 days of skincare, this curated calendar will see you through party season and beyond. It features iconic products like Pro-Collagen Marine Cream and Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm and the Pro-Collagen Glow Boost Exfoliator. Plus, there’s a selection of products from the brand’s Superfood collection – the glow-giving Midnight Facial is a firm favourite of ours.

What’s inside the Elemis calendar?

Picking a favourite from Elemis is tricky, but its Pro-Collagen Marine Cream 50ml, Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm 20g and Pro-Collagen Eye Revive Mask 4ml would be fighting for the top spot.

How much does it cost?

£199, and it’s worth £537.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

kiehls advent calendar

Kiehl’s Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Kiehl’s calendar?

A skincare lover’s dream, Kiehl’s calendars always deliver on every level – from packaging to contents and price point. This year’s features a mix of full-size and deluxe samples that are perfect for travelling. Behind each of the 24 doors is one of the brand’s bestselling products, including Creme de Corps, Midnight Recovery Concentrate. Consider it ideal for existing Kiehl’s fans or as a great entry point into the brand.

What’s inside the Kiehl’s calendar?

Among the 24 Kiehl’s products, we’re most excited about the Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado 14ml, Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution 4ml and Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum 10ml. 

How much does it cost?

£118.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Liberty advent calendar

Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Liberty calendar?

Containing 28 products, 18 of which are full-size, the Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar goes above and beyond what we’ve come to expect in December. Drawing on the best of the best in beauty, you can expect to find skincare from Votary, parfum from Vilhelm Parfumerie and make-up from Byredo. Plus, a chance to win a £1,000 to spend at Liberty makes this a no-brainer.

What’s inside the Liberty calendar?

Included in the luxe line-up is La Mer The Lip Volumiser 7ml, Lisa Eldridge Liquid Lurex Eyeshadow in Emily 2.8ml and Ouai Detox Shampoo Deluxe 30ml.

How much does it cost?

£260, and it’s worth £1,205.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Charlotte tilbury advent calendar

Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte's Beauty Treasure Chest of Love 2024

What’s so special about the Charlotte Tilbury Treasure Chest?

While there are only 12 doors to open, each one is worth double its weight in excitement. A collection of bestselling and much beloved Charlotte Tilbury products, this calendar covers the gamut of skincare and make-up that will bestow your holiday glow.

What’s inside the Charlotte Tilbury Treasure Chest?

We reach for Charlotte Tilbury’s products on a daily basis. Our favourites from this treasure chest are the Beauty Light Wand in Pinkgasm, Matte Revolution in Pillow Talk Original and Charlotte’s Magic Serum Crystal Elixir (8ml).

How much does it cost?

£170.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Dior beauty advent calendar

Dior Le 30 Montaigne Advent Calendar

What’s so special about the Dior calendar?

Resplendent and luxurious, the Christian Dior calendar is designed like the infamous boutique at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris. It has a mix of the brand’s bestselling fragrance, lifestyle, skincare and make-up heroes. From cult scents, like J’adore Eau de Parfum, to iconic beauty buys, like the Rouge Dior Velvet 999 lipstick, there’s something indulgent for every single day of advent.

What’s inside the Dior calendar?

You genuinely can’t go wrong with Dior. The showstoppers in this collection are the Miss Dior Eau de Parfum, 5ml; Rouge Dior lipstick, shade 999, velvet finish, 3.5g; and Bois des Rêves Candle, 85g.

How much does it cost?

£570.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Harvey Nichols beauty advent calendar

Harvey Nichols Beauty Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Harvey Nichols calendar?

Harvey Nichols is home to one of our favourite beauty halls and this year’s advent calendar pays homage to that. It comes packed with 42 beauty products (you heard us right), 18 of which are full-sized. It includes skincare staples from the likes of Dr Dennis Gross, 111skin and Augustinus Bader; fragrances from powerhouses Maison Francis Kurkdjian and Le Labo, and makeup favourites from Laura Mercier, and Fenty Beauty. Plus, one in 100 calendars has the added surprise of a £250 Harvey Nichols gift card hidden inside. We also love that aside from just products, there are treatment vouchers to use in store.

What’s inside the Harvey Nichols calendar?

Out of the 42 products, our favourites are the Dr Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Ultra Gentle Peel 3 Applications 6.6ml, Escentric Molecules Escentric O1 8.5ml and La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream 5ml.

How much does it cost?

£250, and it’s worth over £1,000.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

LookFantastic advent calendar

Lookfantastic Beauty Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Lookfantastic calendar?

You can rely on Lookfantastic to deliver the ultimate curation of the best of the best beauty brands. And after last year’s sellout success, they are back with a bang. The calendar is filled with a mix of 27 full-size and deluxe samples from brands including Color Wow, Sol de Janeiro, Medik8 and more.

What’s inside the Lookfantastic calendar?

Included in the star-studded line-up is the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum 15ml, Rituals Ritual of Sakura Scented Candle 140g and Anastasia Beverly Hills Soft Glam Palette. 

How much does it cost?

£100, and it’s worth over £565. Lookfantastic beauty box subscribers can get 10% off, while new subscribers can also get 10% off when signing up for the monthly beauty box plan.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

mac cosmetics advent calendar

Mac Cosmetics The Gift of Gold Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Mac calendar?

Mac Cosmetics never misses on anything, let alone its annual advent calendar offering. This year it’s worth a whopping £445, and it contains no less than 18(!) full-size products alongside three minis. Inside, you’ll find everything from the MacStack mascara to iconic lip products (including the festive-worthy LustreGlass Lipstick), and there’s even a Fix+ Original.

What’s inside the Mac calendar?

The iconic Mini Lip Pencil in Spice and Whirl, MACstack Mascara in Black Stack and a Fix+ Original are featured in this calendar.

How much does it cost?

£180, and it’s worth over £445.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Jo Malone advent calendar

Jo Malone London Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Jo Malone calendar?

It’s not Christmas until Jo Malone London announces its advent calendar. This year’s design features colourful festive illustrations. It contains 25 products, including a full-sized cologne two travel-sized seasonal-scented candles including Pomegranate Noir and Wood Sage and Sea Salt (a firm favourite at Stylist HQ).

What’s inside the Jo Malone calendar?

Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne 9ml, Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense 9ml and the Orange Bitters Travel Candle are just a few of the iconic scents in the mix.

How much does it cost?

£360.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

The body shop advent calendar

The Body Shop The Advent Calendar of Wonders 2024

What’s so special about The Body Shop calendar?

One of three advent calendars from The Body Shop, this year’s Box Of Wonders is jam-packed with full-sized bestselling products (including Avocado Body Butter, which is a personal favourite of ours), as well as a selection of the Shea Shampoo and Conditioner and a sheet mask from the Vitamin E range. The calendar itself is made of recycled packaging. 

What’s inside The Body Shop calendar?

The Body Shop is known for its (almost) edible scents. Our favourites in this calendar are the Mango Hand Balm 30ml, Satsuma Shower Gel 60ml and Strawberry Lip Butter 10ml.

How much does it cost?

£55, and it’s worth £119.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Anthropologie advent calendar

Anthropologie 24 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Anthropologie calendar?

Going into an Anthropologie store is never not exciting – it’s a real treasure trove that’s a joy to wander around, and its 2024 advent calendar has the same vibe. Packed with 24 indulgent beauty treats, including a fragrance discovery set, nail polish, serums, face masks, hair masks and hand and body lotion, there’s a nice mix of brands, too, so you’ll be guaranteed to discover new favourites alongside cult classics.

What’s inside the Anthropologie calendar?

The treasure chest includes Anastasia Beverly Hills Mini Clear Brow Gel (1.5ml), Shoreditch Nails The Kings Road (10ml), and  Sunday Riley C.E.O. Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream (15g) amongst others. 

How much does it cost?

£88, and it’s worth over £300.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Lush advent calendar

Lush Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Lush calendar?

Made from recycled and reusable packaging, Lush’s 2024 advent calendar was designed by Tess Gilmartin, a member of Blue Room, an inclusive arts programme supporting learning disabled and neurodivergent artists. It contains 25 fun festive products, and the calendar itself is made from 100% recycled fibres.

What’s inside the Lush calendar?

Among the Christmas-themed bath bombs are the Christmas Kisses bubble bar, Sleepy body lotion 50g and Snow Fairy lip mask.

How much does it cost?

£190.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Bobbi Brown advent calendar

Bobbi Brown Dazzle & Glow 12-Day Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Bobbi Brown calendar?

All of your favourites, just in a slightly smaller size? Say no more. Packed with the classics – including a travel-sized vitamin-enriched Face Base – as well as some perfect-for-Christmas glow-givers like the Highlighting Powder in Pink Glow and the Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick in shade Golden Bronze, this advent calendar is a can’t-go-wrong treat for Bobbi-lovers.

What’s inside the Bobbi Brown calendar?

The Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick in shade Golden Bronze 1.6g, Smoky Eye Mascara in Black 5.9 ml, and Mini Vitamin Enriched Face Base 15ml are just a few of the Bobbi Brown icons featured in this calendar. 

How much does it cost?

£160, and it’s worth over £223.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Clarins advent calendar

Clarins 24 Day Beauty Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Clarins calendar?

This offering from Clarins promises a gift to a loved one (or to self) that you can’t go wrong with. Behind each door, the lucky recipient will find full-sized and mini-sized best-sellers from their beloved range of skincare and make-up to leave them prepped and primed for the holiday season and beyond. Once each door is opened, you can head to the Clarins website and visit each product’s page for a guide to using your new gift. 

What’s inside the Clarins calendar?

Included in this Clarins treasure chest is the Hydra-Essentiel [HA²] Silky Cream, Instant Eye Make Up Remover and Lip Comfort Oil.

How much does it cost?

£155, and it’s worth £262.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Rituals advent calendar

Rituals Deluxe Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Rituals calendar?

Made with real fairy, this magic advent calendar is one of three advent calendars from Rituals. Filled with 24 luxury gifts, including four candles that are perfect for lighting on each Sunday of Advent, alongside an edited selection of some of the brand’s most loved products, including body oil, body cream, shower foam and hair products.

What’s inside the Rituals calendar?

Our personal stand-outs in this mix are the Elixir Collection Miracle Keratin Recovery Hair Mask 20ml, The Ritual of Jing Body Cream 70ml and Advent Mini Candle Private Collection in Wild Fig.

How much does it cost?

£91.90, and it’s worth £166.90.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

next beauty advent calendar

Next The Luxury Beauty Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Next calendar?

An impressive edit from the beauty brands that are available at Next, this luxury calendar features brands including Elemis, Murad, Clinique, Neom and Bobbi Brown. Talk about a holiday reset.

What’s inside the Next calendar?

Including By Terry Baume de Rose Liquid Lip Balm 7ml, Nars Powermatte Lip Pencil in Walkyrie and Eve Lom Cleanser 50ml, this is not a calendar to sleep on.

How much does it cost?

£170, and it’s worth over £768.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

YSL beauty advent calendar

YSL Beauty Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the YSL calendar?

Not only is this a great way to trial a number of YSL’s luxury make-up and skincare products, but you also get mini vials of some of the brand’s bestselling fragrances, including Tuxedo, Libre and Black Opium. There’s a mix of full-size and smaller deluxe sizes, alongside a chic mirror.

What’s inside the YSL calendar?

Included in the YSL line-up are the new Loveshine Candy Glaze 2 lipstick 3.2g, Libre EDP 7.5ml and a Mini Mascara Volume Effet Faux Cils 12ml.

How much does it cost?

£280.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

L'Occitane beauty advent calendar

L’Occitane Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the L’Occitane calendar?

L’Occitane paved the way with its reusable advent calendar last year. An eco-friendly alternative, the 100% recycled cotton calendar comes with pockets that can be refilled year after year. The 2024 calendar features a selection of the brand’s most coveted products, including the Almond Shower Oil, Immortelle Divine Youth Cream and Overnight Reset Serum. 

What’s inside the L’Occitane calendar?

The Almond Shower Oil (35ml), Shea Butter Ultra Rich Body Cream (20ml) and Almond Shower Scrub (20ml) are just some of the L’Occitane heroes in this calendar. 

How much does it cost?

£68.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

Dr Barbara Sturm advent calendar

Dr Barbara Sturm Advent Calendar 2024

What’s so special about the Dr Barbara Sturm calendar?

Dr Barbara Sturm’s advent calendar is back for another year, giving the gift of complexion perfection. Packed to the rafters with a mix of full, deluxe and miniature-sized products, it’s the ultimate treat for luxury skincare obsessives.

What’s inside the Dr Barbara Sturm calendar?

This features some of Dr Barbara Sturm’s bestsellers, the Hyaluronic Serum (10ml), Clarifying Mask (20ml) and Anti-pollution Drops (10ml). 

How much does it cost?

£450.

When will it be available to buy?

It’s available now.

Buy now

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