For the beauty obsessed — or just the beauty curious — Christmas is the perfect excuse to indulge.
To some, September might seem too soon to start talking about Christmas. But at Living360, our year runs on a different calendar — specifically, the beauty advent calendar.
More than just offering a countdown to Christmas, many of these bundles of skincare heroes, make-up must-haves and cult products are worth far more than their price tag. Plus, they’re a great way to try new brands, stock up on your favourites and get maximum bang for your buck (some of these calendars could save you more than £500).
Whether you’re gifting or treating yourself, here are our top picks for the best-value beauty advent calendars under £100.
Revolution Beauty Advent Calendar 2025, £50 (worth £100)
If you’re a make-up-lover, you’re likely already aware of Revolution for its affordable, vegan and cruelty-free products, so this one’s a no-brainer.
Priced at £50 but worth £100, it’s filled with bestsellers and exclusive new launches across lips, eyes, face and tools.
Plus, if you’ve got two beauty fans to buy for, you can get two calendars for £75 (worth £200).
Online only, click here to buy
Anthropologie’s 24 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar, £98 (worth over £365)
Anthropologie’s advent calendar is a clear favourite every year, and for good reason.
Behind the doors you’ll find products from Grown Alchemist, L’Occitane, Wonderskin, Malin + Goetz, Beauty Works and more.
With artwork by Nepthys Foster, the box itself is a pretty addition to your beauty collection.
Available online only, click here to buy
Boots 24 Days of Skincare Advent Calendar, £70 (worth £289)
Back for a second year, Boots’ skincare calendar is stacked with everything from face creams and masks to moisturisers and serums.
The reusable drawer box is filled with products from brands like Bubble, Pixi, BYOMA and Inkey List, alongside favourites from Soap & Glory and Garnier. You’ll also find K-Beauty picks from Anua, Haruharu, Tocobo and Round Lab. And out of 24 products, 20 are full-sized.
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Available in store and online, click here to buy
Asos Face + Body 25 Day Advent Calendar 2025, £98 (worth £392)
This year’s ASOS calendar includes 26 products, 15 full-sized, spanning skincare, make-up, hair and body.
Expect favourites from Charlotte Tilbury, Sol de Janeiro, MAC, Elemis, Caudalie, Nuxe and more. It also comes in a handy and reusable branded box you can keep for make-up storage.
Online only, click here to buy
Holland & Barrett Beauty Advent Calendar, £50 (worth £232)
Health and wellbeing destination Holland & Barrett is known for delivering all the essentials, and this year’s beauty advent calendar showcases the best.
Inside, you’ll find 25 glow-giving products from cult brands like Cetaphil, Weleda, Q+A, Dr Paw Paw, Noughty and Nature Spell — with 18 full-sized favourites.
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Online only, click here to buy
Glossybox 2024 Sent with Love Advent Calendar, £90 (worth over £624)
If you’re already a subscriber, you’ll know Glossybox delivers great value —- and its advent calendar doesn’t disappoint.
The two-drawer box is a beauty-lover’s dream, doubling as make-up storage long after Christmas. Inside are 27 products from Emma Hardie, Medik8, Natasha Denona, Rituals and more. Stocks are limited and subscribers get £15 off, so don’t wait.
Online only, click here to buy
Next 25 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar, £95 (worth over £385)
Next is known for stocking designer beauty products, and this year’s calendar doesn’t disappoint.
From cult skincare and everyday make-up staples to indulgent fragrances and seasonal must-haves, these 25 products make a great gift — or a treat for yourself.
Expect a mix of full-size and minis from brands like Percy & Reed, Philip Kingsley and Sanctuary Spa.
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Online only, click here to buy
Cath Kidston A Christmas Journey Beauty Advent Calendar, £45 (worth up to £110)
Beloved for its clothing, homewares and accessories, Cath Kidston might not be a go-to beauty brand, but its line of soaps, creams and scents is charming in its own right.
Inside this advent calendar, you’ll find 23 vegan beauty treats, including hand soaks, body scrubs and even a shower steamer.
Plus, the box doubles as a ribbon-trailed magical board game, complete with cards and a single dice, making it a delightful option to share with the whole family.
Online only, click here to buy
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Harrods 12 Days of Hair & Body Advent Calendar, £99 (worth up to £250)
London’s destination for designer and luxury beauty, Harrods offers a 12-day calendar to countdown to Christmas in style.
Enjoy a mix of iconic products from Chāmpo, Oribe and Drybar (including a voucher for your next blow-dry), alongside bodycare favourites from Sol de Janeiro and Ouai.
Out of the 18 products included, nine are full-size, plus a stylish claw clip — perfect for staying on trend while gifting or treating yourself.
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Available in store and online, click here to buy
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Clarins 12 Day Advent Calendar, £95 (worth £167)
Known for celebrating natural and genuine beauty, Clarins’ calendar showcases the brand’s most loved skincare, body care and make-up in its signature red box.
It includes two full-size favourites, the Beauty Flash Balm and Lip Comfort Oil, alongside a range of other skincare and makeup products that are yet to be announced.
Available in select retail stores and online, click here to buy
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