2024 has been the year of health and wellness. Keep the momentum going by gifting yourself (or a loved one) a wellness-themed advent calendar that they’ll actually look forward to opening.
One of the best things about the lead up to Christmas is getting to receive a little treat each day, and with these calendars — each gift will be something that you’ll actually want.
1. Bimble & Bolt Runners Advent Calendar
If there’s a passionate runner in your midst, this calendar will be the perfect fit. From infrequent joggers to those training for long-distance runs, every fitness fanatic will appreciate this choice from Bimble & Bolt. For 2024, the calendar features the brand’s latest soft-stepper running socks, along with a mix of accessories, energy boosters, hydration essentials and sweet snacks.
With a total combined retail value of over £60, this calendar is packed with everything an avid runner needs to elevate their workout. It’s a good idea to bag this one quickly, as it sells out every year. £39.99. bimbleandbolt.com
2. Lush Advent Calendar
This brand has become renowned for its annual larger-than-life advent calendars, and for good reason. The colourful box makes a fun keepsake and storage solution, and it’s full of 25 soothing, pampering and vegan products.
From the Dreaming of a White Christmas bath bomb to the Sleepy Bear shower gel, each product has been selected to help you truly embrace both Christmas and self-care. The calendar also includes two exclusive products — a 15ml Magic of Christmas fragrance and the Yog Nog body location. £190. lush.com
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3. Pukka Tea Advent Calendar
This is the calendar for tea-lovers. Pukka’s calendar contains 24 delicious teas along with exclusive recipes and guided yoga and meditation content to help you or your loved one enjoy some me-time during the festive season.
For each day of December, you’ll find a unique blend of organic ingredients, from the festive essence of cinnamon to the zesty notes of orange and the sweetness of elderberry. Each sachet of tea comes with a QR code that takes you to exclusive recipes and wellness content, sending you on a journey of herbal discovery. £12.99. Available from Amazon or Waitrose.
4. GAIA Advent Calendar
A truly beautiful gift for the festive season, GAIA’s countdown calendar offers a curated selection of skincare and wellness items for bath, body and face.
The calendar ranges from full-size facial serums to a selection of 100ml amenities, including shampoos, conditioners and shower gels — perfect for frequent travellers. It sits slightly more on the pricey side at £160, but the content itself is worth over £300, making it a pretty good deal. gaiaskincare.com
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5. Bimble & Bolt Yoga & Wellness Advent Calendar
Another one from Bimble & Bolt, but this time with a focus on yoga and embracing wellness from all angles. Featuring daily surprises designed to help you unwind, de-stress and stay flexible throughout the festive season, this calendar also includes daily cards featuring a different yoga pose each day.
You’ll find cosy socks, healthy treats, soothing brews, relaxation essentials and some super-cute accessories inside and, for the bargain price of £39.99, it’s definitely one of the most affordable and worthwhile options on the market. bimbleandbolt.com
6. Barebells Advent Calendar
Back for a third year, Barebells has launched a limited-edition advent calendar full of its award-winning bars. We included this in our 2023 advent calendar round up, and we had to mention it again due to its sheer brilliance. Ideal for those who enjoy protein bars, the calendar features 24 full-sized bars — ranging from bestselling to new and exclusive flavours.
Bars such as Creamy Crispy, Ginger Bread, Cookies & Caramel and Salty Chocolate will be included — despite not being available in the UK yet. Perfect for fitness fanatics looking to stay on track without having to miss out on the indulgence, this calendar is a great way to stay fuelled throughout December. £54.90. barebells.co.uk
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7. ESPA Wellbeing Advent Calendar
Renowned for creating products that harmonise the skin, senses and spirit, ESPA’s luxury advent calendar has been curated to do exactly that. Containing 25 luxurious wellbeing products including powerful skincare creams, serums and cleansers, each treat has been selected to enhance the user’s inner and outer harmony.
From the Active Nutrients Isotonic Hydration Mask to the Regenerating Phyto-Collagen Plumping Cream, this calendar is a skincare-lover’s paradise and makes a thoughtful and generous gift this festive season. To make matters all the more luxurious, you’ll even receive a complimentary Winter Hair Saviours Gift (worth £30) with the purchase of this calendar. £175. espaskincare.com
8. Bird & Blend Tea Co. Matcha Advent Calendar
If you or your bestie has jumped on the matcha bandwagon this year, Bird & Blend’s latest calendar is sure to be a hit. Featuring a new matcha flavour for every day of December, the calendar is perfect for those who can’t get enough of the sweet green infusion.
New flavours include Honey Bunny, Peach Cobbler and Candy Cane, among many others, and each tin is completely recyclable. Worth £80, the calendar is a perfect way for matcha-lovers to countdown to Christmas Day. £52. birdandblendtea.com
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9. The White Company Advent Calendar
If you’re acquainted with The White Company, you’ll know that the brand goes big on Christmas. From its stylish homeware to its delicate scents and beauty treats, The White Company exudes luxury, and its 2024 advent calendar is the gift that keeps on giving.
Packed with a curated selection of candles, diffusers and bath and body products, the calendar is a decadent affair — the box itself features a beautiful illustration of the brand’s flagship store. The products have a total value of over £300, meaning you’ll be saving more than £100, and this year’s calendar features more full-sized products than ever before. £195. thewhitecompany.com
10. Baylis & Harding Advent Calendar
Filled with 24 iconic Baylis & Harding treats, this advent calendar is perfect for a self-care enthusiast. From silky body butter and bath bubbles to hand cream, shower gel and body wash, each product is soothing, smooth and smells amazing. Our favourite products from the calendar have to be the Moonlight Fig body lotion and body wash, as the scent evokes a warm, Christmassy feeling. £45. amazon.co.uk
