The Best Beauty Advent Calendars to Unwrap This Festive Season

There’s something quietly special about opening an advent calendar during the holidays. Once a simple childhood tradition, it’s now become a thoughtful way to celebrate the season — whether as a gift for someone special or a treat for yourself. Beauty advent calendars capture that sense of anticipation, offering a curated selection of skincare, fragrance, and make-up favourites to discover each day.

Here’s a look at some of this year’s most beautifully designed and well-curated options, each bringing its own touch of festive charm.

YSL Beauty

This season, YSL Beauty captures the spirit of celebration with an advent calendar inspired by a jewellery box. Brushed in gold and finished with the brand’s iconic Cassandre emblem, it opens to reveal a selection of YSL’s most recognisable pieces. Highlights include the Couture Mini Clutch and Loveshine Candy Glaze, alongside travel-sized editions of Libre Intense, Black Opium, and Mon Paris. Completing the collection are mini versions of the Or Rouge skincare line and a small candle, adding a warm, festive touch.

Dior Beauty

Inspired by its Parisian flagship at 30 Avenue Montaigne, Dior’s advent calendar is a celebration of craftsmanship and imagination. Designed by artist Pietro Ruffo, it unfolds like a work of art, with 24 miniature treasures inside. Expect the House’s most beloved creations—from J’adore and Miss Dior fragrances to Rouge Dior 999 and Dior Addict Lip Glow. There are also skincare icons from Dior Prestige and Capture Totale, and even a scented candle to close the experience on a comforting note.

Shop the Dior Beauty Le 30 Montaigne Advent Calendar here!

Benefit Cosmetics

Benefit’s take on the advent calendar is playful yet practical, offering 24 days of make-up favourites. Expect full-size bestsellers like BADgal BANG! Mascara, Benetint, and 24-HR Brow Setter, along with mini versions of Hoola Bronzer, The POREfessional Primer, and Roller Lash. It’s a light-hearted addition to the festive season—colourful, fun, and perfect for trying new favourites.

KENS Apothecary

For those who appreciate niche and luxury beauty, the KENS Apothecary Archive Advent Calendar offers 25 days of discovery. Each drawer reveals a carefully chosen product from the boutique’s line-up of cult brands. Among them are Augustinus Bader, BDK Parfums, Frédéric Malle, Ex Nihilo, and 111SKIN. Alongside these are considered extras like a KENS vanity pouch and obsidian gua sha—making this calendar as practical as it is indulgent.

Shop the KENS Apothecary Archive Advent Calendar 2025 Edition here!

Kiehl’s

Kiehl’s brings together its most-loved formulas in a cheerful 24-day countdown. Inside are daily skincare essentials such as the Ultra Facial Cream, Midnight Recovery Concentrate, and Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner. From cleansers to serums, each miniature showcases the brand’s apothecary heritage. It’s a timeless option for anyone looking to refresh their skincare routine before the new year.

Best Beauty Advent Calendars 2025