We know it’s slightly early to be talking Christmas, but quite frankly, beauty advent calendars wait for no one. Because who doesn’t love a full 24 days of festive surprises? Think deluxe mini mascaras that make your lashes pop, sparkly eyeshadows perfect for Christmas party season, and those luxe serums you’ve been dying to try but couldn’t justify the full-size price tag.
Unfortunately, advent calendars are also notorious for selling out quickly, which is why beauty fans start snapping them up well before December rolls around. And yes, the first releases for 2025 are already trickling in, with plenty more still to come.
So, if you’re looking for a fun and fabulous way to make the holiday season even better, treat yourself to a beauty advent calendar (or a few) so that you can countdown to the festive season in style.
Just make sure to keep checking back because we’ll be updating this article as more advent calendars drop!
The best beauty advent calendars to shop in 2025
Below, we’ve rounded up some of the best beauty advent calendars on sale now in Australia, to kick-start your 2025 festivities.
01
Charlotte’s Beauty Treasure Chest
$342 at Charlotte Tilbury
Charlotte Tilbury’s beauty advent calendar is back, and this year’s Treasure Chest is brimming with cult-favourite icons and skincare staples. Behind its jewel-handled drawers and constellation-inspired design, you’ll find 12 surprises – from full-sized bestsellers to travel-sized treats – worth a total of $503. The sparkling advent calendar also doubles as a jewellery box or magic keepsake, so that when you’re done unboxing, you can still keep it on your vanity.
“Oh my this advent calendar is gorgeous,” shared a five-star reviewer. “The metallic rose gold is stunning and so exciting. All the 12 products that come in this advent calendar are Charlotte Tilbury’s best selling products. The mini lipsticks to lip liners, gorgeous mascara to flawless setting spray, everything is fabulous. I am absolutely over the moon to receive this gorgeous scent calendar.
Key features:
- Includes five full-size icons and seven minis
- One sold every minute in 2024
- Worth $503, yours for $342
- Starry, jewel-drawer design that doubles as a keepsake box
- Features Charlotte’s most-loved lip, eye and skincare favourites
- A holiday exclusive that regularly sells out
02
L’Occitane Signature advent calendar
$299 at L’Occitane
L’Occitane’s Signature advent calendar turns the countdown to Christmas into 24 days of Provençal-inspired indulgence. Behind each drawer, you’ll uncover a mix of skincare, body care, hand creams, and fragrances – including full-size favourites like the Almond Shower Oil and Shea Butter Foot Cream. Worth far more than its ticket price, the calendar is also designed as a keepsake box, perfect for storing jewellery or little treasures long after the festive season.
Key features:
- Valued at $534
- Includes 24 beauty surprises across skincare, body, hair and fragrance
- Features full-size icons like Almond Shower Oil and Shea Butter Foot Cream
- Keepsake box design can be reused after Christmas
- A luxurious way to discover L’Occitane classics and new favourites
03
The Cult Beauty Advent Calendar
Approx. AUD $488 at Cult Beauty
Worth over AUD$1950, this limited-edition set houses 34 beauty icons across skincare, makeup, hair and body care, with 20 of them full-sized. You’ll spot names like Saie, PATRICK TA, Medik8, Gisou and Charlotte Tilbury, plus eight of the year’s most talked-about launches and a handful of Cult Beauty exclusives. And come Christmas morning, you’ll find not one but five beauty treats waiting behind the final door!
Adding to the excitement, three calendars also contain a hidden Golden Ticket, each worth approx. AUD $2043 to spend at Cult Beauty.
Reviews are already rolling in, with one five-star shopper writing: “I really love this advent calendar. I think it contains a lot of beautiful products and I feel like you really get your money’s worth. There are so many high end full size items, and also some very convenient travel sizes! My top items are the Natasha Denona pallette, the Huda Beauty lipgloss and the Gisou lip oil!”
Key features:
- Valued at approx. AUD $2248
- Includes 34 products, with 20 full-size favourites
- Features cult-loved brands including Saie, Medik8, PATRICK TA and Gisou
- Five beauty surprises behind the Christmas Day drawer
- Limited edition design by Quentin Jones
- Three calendars contain a Golden Ticket
04
Cosmetic Capital Prestige Beauty advent calendar
$120 (usually $335.15) at Cosmetic Capital
Count down to Christmas in style with this luxe advent calendar from Cosmetic Capital. Packed with 24 days of beauty surprises, it gives you a mix of makeup, skincare, nail and fragrance treats to brighten every morning. From bold nail polishes and dreamy lip products to radiant cheek colours, eye shadows, and glowing skincare, there’s a new delight behind every door.
Key features:
- 24 days of beauty surprises, including makeup, skincare, nail and fragrance
- Features brands like Maybelline, Revlon, Essie, NYX, L’Oreal and Beauty Buddy
- Mix of full-size and travel-size products to try and treasure
- A festive countdown that keeps excitement alive until Christmas
- Includes cult favourites and new releases for all beauty lovers
Each year, beauty lovers count down the days to see their favourite brands and retailers release a new edition of their coveted advent calendars.
Some of the most sought-after ones are from The Body Shop, Charlotte Tilbury, Cult Beauty and Loccitane, just to name a few, all of which we’ve featured above.
If you’ve never treated yourself – or a friend – to a beauty advent calendar, there is much to consider before making a purchase.
You should always consider the product value to make sure your expectations are met, as well as the variety of products, your budget, the quality vs. quantity, and even storage if you choose to keep the box as a keepsake.
Ultimately, whether a beauty advent calendar is worth it depends on your priorities and how much joy and value you derive from the experience. If the products, discovery and holiday excitement align with your interests, it can be a worthwhile treat for the holidays.
The best beauty advent calendars from 2024
We know we’re all looking forward to the new 2025 releases, but some of last year’s favourites were so good we couldn’t just leave them behind. We’re hoping (with crossed fingers) they make a comeback this year!
01
Twelve Days Of Go-To
$125 (usually $201) at Go-To Skin Care
Go-To’s *extremely* fast-selling advent calendar was more dazzling than ever last year. Packed with cult-favourite Go-To products and exclusive Go-To x Alémais goodies, it was your ticket to glowy, happy skin. Inside, you could find iconic skincare treats like Face Hero and Very Luxe Face Cream, plus some limited-edition merch (hello, cutest claw clip ever!).
Key features:
- 12 Go-To skincare products and exclusive merch
- Face Hero, Very Luxe Face Cream and other minis included
- Limited-edition products like Cherry Lips! tinted lip balm and a Go-To x Alémais claw clip
- $1 from each purchase donated to Orange Sky charity
02
ASOS Face + Body 25 day advent calendar 2024
$199 at ASOS
The ASOS Face + Body 25-Day advent calendar was packed with the ultimate beauty surprises! Featuring 26 products, including 12 full-size treats, you got a mix of skincare, makeup, body care and hair care from top brands like Charlotte Tilbury, Sol de Janeiro, MAC and more.
Key features:
- 26 beauty products
- 12 full-size items
- Skincare, makeup, body care and hair care
- Featured brands like Charlotte Tilbury, MAC and Sol de Janeiro
- Worth over $770
03
LOOKFANTASTIC Beauty Icons advent calendar 2024
$270 at LOOKFANTASTIC
From elevating your ‘everything shower’ to creating cosmic makeup looks, LOOKFANTASTIC had our beauty refresh sorted as we built up to Christmas Day. It featured an indulgent collection of stand-out skincare, haircare and makeup must-haves from Estee Lauder, Sol de Janeiro, Anastasia Beverly Hills and more to keep you thriving through the festive season.
Key features:
- Worth over $1000
- 25 days of beauty surprises with 13 full-size products
- Included top skincare, bodycare, haircare and makeup brands
- Full-size gems like Sol de Janeiro body butter and Anastasia soft glam palette
04
Revolution Beauty advent calendar 2024
$72 (usually $96) at Revolution Beauty
Containing 24 beauty must-haves, this one had everything from glittering glosses and nourishing lip masks to brow gels and shimmering highlighters. Whether you were perfecting your party look or treating yourself to some self-care, this collection was your go-to for festive beauty magic.
Key features:
- 24 beauty products, including exclusive items
- Featured mini and full-sized products
- Included lip glosses, lip masks, highlighters and more
- Cruelty-free and vegan
Also available at:
- $95.75 at Beauty Bay
05
Benefit Cosmetics holiday advent calendar – The Gorgeous Grocer
$299 at Adore Beauty
Whether you were gifting it to the ultimate beauty lover or keeping it all to yourself (we won’t judge!), this festive set from Benefit Cosmetics was packed with best-sellers and holiday must-haves. From pore-smoothing primers to iconic brow gels, volumising mascaras and a dreamy line-up of blushes, it had everything needed to create endless holiday looks.
Key features:
- 24 beauty surprises from Benefit
- Included four full-size products
- Mix of fun-size and mini treats
- Cruelty-free
Also available at:
- $305 at Selfridges
06
Liberty Beauty advent calendar 2024
$595 AUD at Liberty London
From La Mer’s Lip Volumiser and Lisa Eldridge’s Liquid Lurex Eyeshadow to Augustinus Bader’s The Rich Cream, this advent calendar was a dream come true for any beauty lover. A lucky few also discovered a golden ticket inside, offering £1000 (or $1920 AUD for Australian orders) to spend at Liberty.
Key features:
- Valued at $2600 AUD
- Included 28 luxury beauty products
- 18 full-size items
- Beautifully designed in Liberty’s March print
07
Juliette Has A Gun Not An Advent Calendar Set
$215 at Sephora
This enchanting advent calendar was filled with six scented treasures designed to delight your senses. From a hydrating hand cream to a soothing candle, each day brought a new treat for your skin, hair and home.
Inside, you could find a moisturising soap, indulgent body lotion, a captivating mini perfume and a refreshing hair and body mist. Each product was crafted to keep you and your surroundings beautifully scented, making this calendar a perfect holiday pick-me-up or a thoughtful gift.
Key features:
- Cleanses and scents skin gently
- Hydrates hands without greasiness
- Moisturises and perfumes skin
- Elegant, subtle fragrance
08
Lancôme advent calendar set
$364 at Lancôme
Lancôme’s 2024 advent calendar brought some serious Parisian magic to your festive season. Designed by French artist Safia Ouares, this limited-edition beauty calendar took you on a whimsical journey through the iconic streets of Paris. Behind 24 beautifully crafted doors, there were five full-sized beauty gems and 19 travel-sized treats, with a special surprise waiting for you on December 24th. Talk about the ultimate holiday countdown!
Key features:
- 24 surprises to unwrap each day
- Five full-size beauty products
- 19 travel-sized essentials
- Designed by artist Safia Ouares
- Turns into a makeup case when empty
- Special surprise on December 24th
- Included skincare, fragrance and makeup
Also available at:
- $364 at The Iconic
- $364 at Adore Beauty
09
NYX Professional makeup holiday advent calendar 24PC
$250 at Adore Beauty
Ready to channel your inner Kevin McCallister? The NYX Professional makeup advent calendar delivered all the festive feels last year! Inspired by the iconic Home Alone house, this advent calendar was more than just a countdown – it was a magical journey through 24 full-sized beauty surprises from NYX’s best-selling line-up that will have you glowing more than the brightest of Christmas lights.
Key features:
- Inspired by the Home Alone house
- 24 full-sized NYX products
- Included lip creams, eyeshadows and blush
- Interactive unboxing experience
- Perfect for creating holiday looks
10
MAC Cosmetics 24K Holiday advent calendar
$390 at MAC Cosmetics
With 24 full-sized and mini products to unbox, we saw a mix of best-selling classics and brand-new shades, all at an irresistible value. From vibrant lip colours to luxurious skincare, this advent calendar brought something special every day, promising that your holiday countdown was as exciting as the gifts themselves.
Key features:
- 24 full-size and mini products
- Best-selling items and new shades
- Included a limited-edition MAC black sleeping mask
- Holiday-exclusive gilded keepsake box
- Perfect for gifting or self-pampering
11
YSL Beauty advent calendar 2024
$642 at YSL Beauty
Each day brought a new surprise, thanks to iconic YSL fragrances, makeup and skincare essentials. From the beloved Black Opium to rich lipsticks and nourishing serums, this calendar contained a range of beauty must-haves, all wrapped in festive gold for a little extra flair.
Key features:
- 24 days of YSL beauty surprises
- Included fragrances, lipsticks and skincare
- Featured Black Opium, Mon Paris, Libre and more
- Festive gold design with Edelweiss motif
12
Jo Malone advent calendar
$795 at Jo Malone
From colognes to candles and body creams, each drawer held a treat to help fill every day of December with a unique scent. Whether you love classics like English Pear & Freesia or the rich Myrrh & Tonka, there was something for every fragrance lover!
Key features:
- 25 scented surprises
- Included colognes, candles and body care
- Featured Blackberry & Bay, Wood Sage & Sea Salt and more
- Perfect for mixing, matching and discovering new scents
Also available at:
- $795 at David Jones
- $795 at Myer
13
Revolve Beauty 2024 advent calendar
$238.95 at Revolve Beauty
Packed with some of the most sought-after products in the beauty world, this calendar was valued at over $780 and included 27 items from brands like Summer Fridays, Charlotte Tilbury and Too Faced. You could enjoy six full-sized products, including best-sellers like the iconic Benefit Benetint and Too Faced’s Better Than Sex Mascara. Beyond that, the deluxe-sized items gave you a chance to try products from Dr. Barbara Sturm, OLAPLEX and Supergoop – making it the perfect way to test new beauty favourites before committing to the full size.
Key features:
- 27 beauty products
- Six full-size items
- Valued at over $780
- Featured skincare, makeup and haircare essentials
14
PrettyLittleThing 2024 beauty advent calendar
$165 at PrettyLittleThing
This advent calendar from PrettyLittleThing was flying off the shelves in 2024! With its chic design and impressive selection of products, it offered a fun and indulgent way to discover new beauty favourites throughout December.
Key features:
- Valued at $377 AUD
- Multi-colour design
- Included a range of beauty products
- Perfect for gifting or treating yourself
15
Clarins Women’s 12-Day beauty advent calendar
$199 at ASOS
Clarins’ beautifully curated calendar was filled with the brand’s most iconic and beloved products, making it the perfect treat for yourself or a thoughtful gift for a loved one. From hydrating lotions to nourishing oils, this advent calendar included essentials that catered to all skin types. Made in France, the premium products reflected Clarins’ commitment to quality and efficacy.
Key features:
- 12-day advent calendar featuring Clarins’ most iconic products
- Included Beauty Flash Balm, Lip Comfort Oil, Total Eye Lift and more
- Suitable for all skin types
- Made in France
16
Dr. Barbara Sturm advent calendar 2024
Approx. $891 AUD at Cult Beauty
Renowned worldwide for its non-surgical solutions to common complexion concerns, Dr. Barbara Sturm and her eponymous brand aim to soothe, firm and enhance skin radiance.
The gift that kept on giving (and giving), this calendar had 25 thoughtfully curated drawers, each hiding a delightful surprise. Whether you were in the mood for a bit of indulgence or seeking the perfect gift to thrill your best friend, your quest for the ultimate present ended here.
Key features:
- 25 luxurious products for a complete skincare routine
- Included bestsellers like Super Anti-aging Cleansing Cream and Hyaluronic Serum
- Suitable for all skin types
- Made in Germany
- Contained a mix of full-size and deluxe-size products
Also available at:
- $865 at Selfridges
17
Revlon 12 Days Of Festive Favourites advent calendar
$118.99 (usually $139.95) at Chemist Warehouse
This enchanting calendar offered a delightful surprise each day, thanks to its curated selection of Revlon’s best beauty products. Perfect for treating yourself or gifting someone special, it brought a festive touch to your beauty routine with a mix of must-have makeup essentials and skincare delights.
Key features:
- 12 festive surprises included
- Mix of makeup and skincare products
- Compact design ideal for holiday décor
Also available at:
- $135 at Myer
18
Fortnum’s beauty advent calendar 2024
Approx. $512 AUD at Fortnum & Mason
This stunning calendar contained 27 luxurious skincare, haircare, fragrance, bath, body and wellness treats, including 23 full-sized products from some of the most coveted brands in the beauty industry, like Sol de Janeiro, Charlotte Posner and Aromatherapy Associates. It promised a luxurious treat each day, bringing excitement and joy to your holiday countdown.
Key features:
- Contained 27 beauty products worth over approx. $2085 AUD
- 23 full-sized products, two travel-sized and two deluxe samples
- Recyclable design for eco-friendly gifting
19
12 Days of Bader advent calendar
from $915 AUD at Augustinus Bader
For something extra luxurious and indulgent skincare advent calendar, we looked no further than Augustinus Bader’s offering. It was the brand’s first-ever advent calendar and included full-sized goodies, travel-sized minis and an exclusive collab product.
Key features:
- Included full-sized products
- Deluxe samples worth over $300 AUD
- Free delivery over $350 AUD
- Award-winning skincare products
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