The Best Beauty Advent Calendars Of 2023 For Skincare, Makeup and Fragrance Lovers
Whether you’re treating yourself or surprising a loved one, beauty advent calendars are the perfect opportunity to try out a variety of different brands and products. Beyond the sheer excitement of opening a present every day, beauty advent calendars also allow you to experiment with new looks and indulge in a festive pampering routine for 24 days straight.
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These limited-edition boxes are highly sought after, so we recommend that you snatch up these beauty advent calendars for Christmas 2023 early to avoid disappointment.
1. Advent Calendar, $762, Jo Malone London Photo: Jo Malone
Smell amazing while you ring in the festive season with 25 days of Jo Malone London scents. Inside each box, you’ll find an assortment of the brand’s finest fragrances, body creams, mini candles and fresh soaps. This advent calendar not only includes the classic English Pear & Freesia Cologne, but also provides a variety of home scents for every perfume connoisseur to enjoy.
2. The Toy Chest Advent Calendar, $580, Penhaligon’s at Selfridges Photo: Selfridges
Elevate your holiday scent collection with the Penhaligon’s Toy Chest advent calendar. Each door reveals a different treat for your olfactory senses, such as rollerball perfumes, mini candles and hand creams to delight every fragrance lover.
3. The Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar 2023, $363, Harrods of London Photo: Harrods
Harrods Beauty has curated a selection of top-tier luxury products to treat you or a loved one. The list of cult favourites includes Augustinus Bader, Dr. Barbra Sturm and Gisou. This advent calendar boasts a whopping approximate S$1,955 in value and features 21 full-sized products. Perfect for someone who loves the finer things in life—at a fraction of the cost.
4. Saks 25 Days Of Beauty Advent Calendar, $333.50, Saks Fifth Avenue Photo: Saks Fifth Avenue
The Saks 25 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar is the ultimate self-care kit. With iconic brands like Guerlian, Clé de Peau and Sisley, this opulent selection is the perfect gift for beauty fanatics to complete their pamper routine.
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5. Advent Calendar Skincare Set, $955, La Mer at Sephora Photo: Sephora
This La Mer limited edition advent calendar will be on the wishlist of any skincare junkie with La Mer’s famous Miracle Broth-infused™ skincare behind every single door. Along with the iconic Crème de La Mer moisturiser, your loved one will also receive multiple serums and masks for the ultimate glass skin regime.
6. Dr. Barbara Sturm Advent Calendar 2023, $810, Dr. Barbara Sturm at Cult Beauty Photo: Dr. Barbra Sturm
Specially curated by Dr. Barbra Sturm herself, your loved one will be treated to her most coveted formulas like the Super Anti-aging Night Cream, Anti Pollution Drops and the Glow Drops, all of which are well-loved by celebs and professionals.
7. Advent Calendar 2023, $245, Lancôme at Selfridges Photo: Lancôme
With 24 surprises behind 24 doors, Lancôme treats gift recipients to its cult favourites like the Advanced Génifique Serum, La Vie Est Belle eau de parfum and the famous Lash Idôle Mascara. It’s got everything you need to achieve the French girl vibe.
8. LOOKFANTASTIC Beauty Advent Calendar 2023, $182, LOOKFANTASTIC Photo: LOOK FANTASTIC
The LOOKFANTASTIC Beauty Advent Calendar is filled with a total of 27 surprises for your 25-day countdown, with brands including Sol De Janeiro, NARS and ELEMIS. The box contains everyday must-haves for all your self-care needs, with a combination of both luxury and drugstore products.
9. 2023 Advent Calendar, $221.28, REVOLVE Beauty Photo: Revolve
For the friend who loves trying out viral products, treat your loved one to the REVOLVE Beauty advent calendar. Ring in the festive season with glowing skin and flawless makeup, thanks to top-rated skincare and makeup products like Starface Pimple Patches, Benetint and Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen.
10. ASOS Face + Body 25 Day Advent Calendar, $203.99, ASOS Photo: ASOS
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The ASOS Face + Body advent calendar is ideal for one who loves trying out new trends and viral products. Achieve the clean-girl aesthetic with some of the most TikTok-famous products like ICONIC London Illuminator Drops, Sol De Janeiro Bum Bum Cream and Sunday Riley Good Genes Serum.