The best beauty Advent calendars in 2025, tested (yes, we know it’s early!)

Christmas might be ages away, but beauty Advent calendars sell out fast. From budget-friendly and refillable options to cult favourites, these are the ones worth buying

You may still be clinging to the final days of summer, but beauty Advent calendar season is already upon us. Brands and retailers are releasing their 2025 calendars, many of which sell out long before you start to feel festive.

Offering a selection of high-end cosmetics for less than their usual price, beauty Advent calendars have become a holy grail for the beauty obsessed. There are hundreds to choose from at wildly different prices, some focusing on specific product types, and some filled with a mixture of bestsellers.

Best beauty Advent calendar overall:
Space NK Beauty

Best value beauty Advent calendar:
Boots 24 Beauty Stars premium Advent calendar