The Best Beauty Advent Calendars of 2025: Countdown with Iconic Treats
The beauty advent calendar are the ultimate self-gift or glow-up surprise for someone you love. Why? Because every day in December deserves a little magic: and there’s no better way to celebrate the season than with a daily dose of luxe skincare, cult makeup, or dreamy bath treats.
2025’s beauty advent drops are next-level. We’re talking jaw-dropping value, rare exclusives, iconic brands, and packaging so pretty you won’t want to toss the box. Whether you’re into aromatherapy or obsessed with lip oils, here’s your approved, glow-getter guide to the most dazzling beauty advent calendars to shop this year. Let the countdown begin…
Neal’s Yard Remedies Advent Calendar 2025
This is the wellness calendar your skin and soul have been waiting for. Rooted in 44 years of natural apothecary and aromatherapy expertise, Neal’s Yard Remedies delivers a 24-piece collection packed with botanical goodness and holistic self-care. You’ll find everything from full-sized hyaluronic boosters and age-defying creams to calming pillow mists, body butters, and aromatherapy blends that restore you from the inside out. Housed in a keepsake box designed with a bespoke William Morris Golden Lily print, it reflects both beauty and purpose: making it a collector’s piece even after the holidays.
Why we love it: It’s a spa retreat in 24 doors. 13 full-size formulas, beautifully curated, and totally indulgent.
Best for: Natural skincare lovers, wellness queens, and aromatherapy addicts.
Holland & Barrett Beauty Advent Calendar
The high-street hero did it again. Worth over £232, this beauty-and-wellness mash-up delivers 25 days of glow-boosting serums, hair heroes, eco-toothpaste, lip masks, and even supplements. With a blend of cult brands like Cetaphil, Q+A, Weleda, Noughty, and UpCircle, it’s the kind of collection that makes December feel like a holistic retreat. From hydration hits to vegan skincare staples, this calendar bridges beauty and wellness in one feel-good, cruelty-free package.
Why we love it: It’s a sustainable, budget-friendly curation that mixes beauty and wellness without compromising on quality.
Best for: Eco-shoppers, supplement stans, and anyone on a budget who still wants to feel bougie.
Lush Advent Calendar
Is it even Christmas if your bathroom doesn’t smell like a Lush store? This fan-fave calendar brings you 25 days of fizzy bath bombs, limited-edition soaps, cult shower gels, lip balms, candles, and even a festive pair of socks. It’s sensory joy in a box. Plus, the artwork is created in collaboration with Artbox London: supporting neurodivergent artists and infusing the calendar with heart and meaning.
Why we love it: Ten gift-exclusive products. Yes, TEN. Plus, it supports neurodivergent creatives and smells like a dream.
Best for: Bath lovers, scent collectors, and anyone who wants December to smell like joy.
L’Occitane Luxury Advent Calendar
Straight from Provence and wrapped in the charm of a French mas farmhouse, this calendar is pure elegance. Discover 24 luxurious skincare, haircare, and body care minis including their award-winning Almond Shower Oil, Shea Hand Cream, and Immortelle Precious Cleansing Oil. The design is whimsical, playful, and fully recyclable: bringing a little slice of the South of France to your daily routine. It’s a ritual for the senses.
Why we love it: Thoughtful, luxe, and sustainability-minded. It’s gifting with soul.
Best for: Francophiles, skincare sophisticates, and those who love a daily luxury ritual.
LOOKFANTASTIC Advent Calendar
Let’s call this what it is: legendary. The LOOKFANTASTIC 2025 calendar is valued at over £655 and packs 28 iconic products (17 full-sized) from beauty royalty like MAC, Sol de Janeiro, Elemis, and The White Company. With cult skincare, high-performance makeup, professional haircare, wellness supplements, and even a scented candle, it covers every aspect of your glow-up.
Why we love it: You get makeup, skincare, fragrance and a candle. Plus, it’s straight-up gorgeous.
Best for: Beauty maximalists who want value and variety.
Jo Malone London Advent Calendar
Luxury. On. Every. Level. This opulent 25-day countdown features iconic Jo Malone colognes, body creams, candles, and minis: wrapped in their signature gold-drawer box. Highlights include the bestselling Lime Basil & Mandarin, Pomegranate Noir candle, and even a full-size limited-edition Orange Bitters Cologne. It’s the ultimate fragrance wardrobe delivered in daily surprise form.
Why we love it: The scents, the packaging, the experience. It’s chic, timeless, and unforgettable.
Best for: Fragrance collectors, luxury lovers, and the person who’s impossible to shop for
Sephora Advent Calendar 2025
41 products. 24 full sizes. Worth over £1,025. Do we need to say more? Featuring exclusives from Glow Recipe, Tarte, Merit Beauty, Tower 28 and more, this calendar is a masterclass in beauty curation. It’s also a ticket to exclusivity, with hidden golden tickets that could win you spa days, skincare consultations, and luxe hampers from brands like Caudalie. It’s a full-on event.
Why we love it: The value is insane and the brand lineup is chef’s kiss. Plus: hello, golden ticket giveaways.
Best for: Trend hunters, brand lovers, and TikTok beauty baddies.
The Body Shop Ultimate Advent Calendar
Big, bold, and bursting with goodness. This 25-drawer powerhouse includes full-size fan favourites like Shea Body Butter, Camomile Cleansing Butter, Vitamin E Day Cream, Almond Milk Shower Cream, and more. It’s a bodycare bonanza that blends nourishment, hydration, and self-love into a month-long moment. Perfect for gifting, sharing, or (let’s be real) keeping for yourself.
Why we love it: 100% feel-good, cruelty-free, and packed with generous sizes. It’s Advent, dialled up.
Best for: Bodycare lovers, teens, and self-care enthusiasts who want pampering from head to toe.
This year’s best beauty advent calendars bring the sparkle, the skincare, and the serotonin. Perfect if you want a daily indulgence, a seasonal surprise, or just a dreamy December ritual, these countdowns have you covered.
From the high-luxury of Jo Malone and Neal’s Yard to the value-packed bundles from LOOKFANTASTIC and Holland & Barrett, there’s a calendar for every vibe and every budget. Each one delivers more than just minis: it’s about intention, anticipation, and turning everyday moments into magic.
So go ahead, unwrap a little joy every morning. Because December is about making every day feel like a gift.
