It might still technically be summer, but we all know this means the countdown Christmas will soon be on its way. You might already be planning Christmas movie marathons, or saving those Christmas tree nail ideas on your Instagram feed, but what better way to get prepared for the festive season than with the 2023 influx of beauty Advent calendars. Yes, they are returning, and they’re more glamorous than ever.
It might feel a long way off, but party season is just around the corner, and beauty brands are preparing in a big way. Up there with roast potatoes (the crispy kind, obvs), chocolate oranges for breakfast, and sequins galore, Advent calendars are one of our favourite things about winter – even more so when they’re filled with beauty goodies.
While there are hundreds of weird and wonderful calendars to get you in the mood, the beauty realm has dominated the countdown treats. And brands are already starting to announce their shiny new 2023 Advent calendars, which are full of adorable minis, full-size favourites, and, if you’re really lucky, dreamy limited-edition products, too. But they are notoriously difficult to get due to the huge demand. Which is why it’s worth getting organised to ensure you sign up to the waiting lists so as not to be left disappointed when the season comes round.
If you want to choose the best beauty Advent calendar for you, we have the ultimate guide for Christmas 2023. Whether you’re a haircare obsessive, skincare stan, or makeup magpie, read on to compare the prices and products of the best beauty Advent calendars 2023 so you can make a note of which ones you have your eye on.
Read on to see all of the beauty Advent calendars available this year, and mark their release dates in your calendar.
Cult Beauty
Cult Beauty Advent Calendar 2023
Last Christmas, the Cult Beauty Advent Calendar stole our hearts with 13 full-sized products out of the 37 product roster from highly sought-after brands like Charlotte Tilbury, Byoma, 111SKIN, The Inkey List and more. This year, the brand are really topping the tree with 20 out of the 39 offerings this year being full-sized products. The price and release date has not yet been announced for Cult Beauty’s 2023 Advent calender, but you can join the waitlist here.
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Charlotte Tilbury Advent Calendar 2023
Charlotte’s Lucky Chest of Beauty Secrets (£160)
Back in 2022, the Charlotte Tilbury Advent calendar featured 12 of our favourite products, with 5 of them being full-size. Beauty-lovers on the countdown to the big day woke up to the Magic Lip Oil Crystal Elixir, Hollywood Beauty Light Wand in Spotlight, and other cult beauty goodies. This year, we’re hoping for more magic beauty goodness, as the keepsake drawer features 12 products just waiting to be discovered. You can join the waitlist above now.
MAC
Lookfantastic Advent Calendar 2023
In this 2023 beauty Advent calendar, you can nab 27 makeup and skincare products worth over £565 from big brands like NARS, MAC, Elemis, and lots more. Let’s hope you’re on the “nice” list this year. Sign up for the waitlist here.
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The Harrods Advent Calendar 2023
The Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 (£250)
If you’re really looking to push the boat out this Christmas, then look no further than the expertise of Harrods’ Beauty Halls. This 2023 beauty advent calendar includes cult skincare, haircare, makeup, and fragrance products for a truly glamorous countdown to the big day. Augustinus Bader, Charlotte Tilbury, Dr. Barbara Sturm, 111SKIN, and Acqua di Parma are just a few of the luxury names on the list, with plenty of full-size products, too. Pre-order it above to get organised.
