As we bid farewell to the spookiness of Halloween, the magical Christmas season is already making its presence felt – especially with the appearance of Christmas gift sets at Sephora.
The anticipation leading up to the official holiday celebrations is undeniably thrilling, and what better way to spice up your festive wait than with an advent calendar?
These delightful countdowns are the perfect prelude to Christmas, providing a daily dose of surprises throughout the joyous month of December.
Want to know which beauty advent calendars we think are the best this year? Keep reading!
Best Skincare Advent Calendars
The History of Whoo Bichup First Moisture Anti-Aging Essence Advent Calendar Special Holiday Set
Looking for the perfect advent calendar for your mother? With its elegant packaging and high-quality skincare formula, The History of Whoo is an excellent choice.
This year’s advent calendar centres around their Bichup First Moisture Anti-Aging Essence, a gentle and effective solution suitable for all skin types.
It is intended to soothe your skin and serves as the ideal first step in any skincare routine, improving the absorption of subsequent products!
The History of Whoo Bichup First Moisture Anti-Aging Essence Advent Calendar Special Holiday Set retails for S$76 and is available at The History of Whoo boutiques.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Advent Calendar 2023
Dr. Barbara Sturm’s Advent Calendar 2023 is the ideal holiday gift for fans of science-driven skincare that taps on 100% natural ingredients.
This calendar, packaged in a charming jewellery armoire-inspired box, features a selection of Dr. Sturm’s most cherished products, including her most recent innovations, in full, deluxe, and miniature sizes.
The 24-item collection includes Dr. Barbara Sturm’s best-selling products such as the Glow Drops, Super Anti-Aging Hand Cream, and Hyaluronic Serum.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Advent Calendar 2023 retails for S$885 and is available at Dr. Barbara Sturm online, and counter at Takashimaya Department Store.
LA MER Atelier Advent Calendar Set
This year’s LA MER Atelier Advent Calendar Set includes 12 beauty products to pamper your skin.
It promises a delightful assortment of serums, creams, and other treasures, making it an enchanting Christmas gift for your loved ones or a self-indulgent treat.
From the Cleansing Micellar Water to Crème de la Mer, each day brings a new, luxurious surprise for your skin!
LA MER Atelier Advent Calendar Set retails for S$965 and is available at Sephora.
Kiehl’s Limited Edition Holiday Advent Calendar
Kiehl’s Limited Edition Holiday Advent Calendar is a specially curated collection of 24 skincare surprises, including cleansers, face masks, facial serums, and moisturisers. This limited-edition calendar features enchanting holiday-themed illustrations by artist duo Icinori.
Valued at S$412, this calendar is more than just a skincare treat. It’s a festive experience that provides you with a new skincare solution every day, leaving you with a balanced, stress-free complexion on Christmas morning.
Kiehl’s Limited Edition Holiday Advent Calendar retails for S$199 and is available at Kiehl’s online.
ELEMIS First Class Skincare Advent Calendar
The ELEMIS advent calendar is a much-anticipated annual treat, and the 2023 First Class Skincare Advent Calendar, valued at over S$1000, does not disappoint.
Among the 25 days of skincare surprises are travel-size essentials like the Superfood Facial Oil and Dynamic Resurfacing Gel Mask.
The inclusion of a full-size bottle of their beloved Pro-Collagen Marine Cream makes this advent calendar a treat for any skincare enthusiast!
ELEMIS First Class Skincare Advent Calendar retails for S$370 and is available at ELEMIS online.
NUXE Beauty Countdown Advent Calendar
With its elegantly enchanting decorative box, the NUXE Beauty Advent Calendar is an exquisite treat for anyone.
Each surprise promises to pamper your skin and heighten your senses in the festive spirit of 2023, from the iconic Huile Prodigieuse® to the soothing Rêve de Miel range.
NUXE Beauty Countdown Advent Calendar retails for S$127.50 and is available at LookFantastic.
Best Bodycare And Fragrance Advent Calendars
LUSH Christmas Buds Advent Calendar
Infusing yourself with the aroma of Christmas is essential for getting into the holiday spirit, and LUSH’s bodycare products are the perfect way to do so.
LUSH, known for their enchanting fragrances and playful bath products, has their own exciting advent calendar. Expect 25 surprises, including the appearance of a snowman and a chocolate Santa!
LUSH Christmas Buds Advent Calendar retails for S$399 and is available at LUSH online.
The Body Shop The Advent of Change
The Body Shop’s trio of beauty advent calendars offer 25 pampering treats, including full-sized favourites and exciting new products, to help you celebrate the season.
This comprehensive self-care experience in a box ranges from invigorating body scrubs to beauty tools and sheet masks.
With The Body Shop’s The Advent of Change, you can indulge in the ultimate self-pampering experience on your Christmas Eve countdown!
The Body Shop The Advent of Change retails for S$129, The Big Advent of Change retails for S$179, and The Ultimate Advent of Change retails for S$279. Get them at The Body Shop online.
Jo Malone London Advent Calendar
Explore Jo Malone London’s festive Advent Calendar, a gingerbread-inspired Christmas countdown with 25 surprises.
It offers a generous array of London classics and seasonal fragrances, including colognes, bath & body minis, a full-sized scent, and two travel candles. Notable highlights include the Lime Basil & Mandarin travel candle.
With scents suitable beyond the holidays, it makes an enduring and versatile gift for you and your loved ones!
Jo Malone London Advent Calendar retails for S$762 and is available at Jo Malone online.
Penhaligon’s The Toy Chest Advent Calendar
This calendar is an ideal gift for sentimental fragrance lovers, allowing them to rediscover nostalgic aromas throughout the holiday season. It contains 24 scented surprises, including well-known fragrances such as Halfeti, The Tragedy of Lord George, and The Favourite.
You’ll also be able to enjoy these various scents in a variety of forms, such as Eau De Parfum, lip balm, hand creams, candles, and soaps!
Penhaligon’s The Toy Chest Advent Calendar retails for S$630 and is available at Selfridges.
Best Advent Calendars With a Bit of Everything
Sephora Collection The Future Is Yours Advent Calendar Gift Set
Fans of Sephora, rejoice! This advent calendar is a dream come true, with 24 unique Sephora Collection surprises worth over S$200, including makeup, skincare, bath, and accessories.
There’s also a premium version with higher-value items for those who want to go all out.
A word of caution, however. Avoid ruining the surprise by not checking the back of the pack, which reveals all of the products!
Sephora Collection The Future Is Yours Advent Calendar Gift Set retails for S$95 and S$150 (premium), and is available at Sephora.
Selfridges Beauty Advent Calendar 2023
Ideal for beauty enthusiasts, this calendar promises a variety of new and buzz-worthy brands, with the possibility of discovering your next favourite beauty gem.
It includes 16 carefully curated products in the categories of makeup, haircare, fragrance, and nail polish. And, unlike other advent calendars, this one features brands that are not commonly found in the advent calendar lineup.
You’ll find treasures like Fable & Mane haircare, PHLUR’s TikTok-viral fragrance, and even Harry Styles’ Pleasing nail polish!
Selfridges Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 retails for S$335 and is available on Selfridges.
LookFantastic Beauty Advent Calendar 2023
LookFantastic Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 is a treasure trove of 27 sought-after beauty products, from skincare to haircare to makeup.
The calendar features 12 full-sized items from top brands like NARS and Eve Lom. Rumour has it that the cult favourite NARS Orgasm blush will be included in the calendar to add a touch of glamour to your Christmas!
We love how this advent calendar includes everything you need for the holiday party season, from lip and cheek balm to eyeliner and brushes.
Join the waitlist for LookFantastic Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 here.
Clarins 12-Day Advent Calendar
The Clarins 12-Day Advent Calendar is a thoughtfully curated assortment of beloved makeup and skincare essentials, revered as Parisian beauty secrets.
Ideal for beauty enthusiasts, this limited-edition calendar features versatile products, including a full-size Beauty Flash Balm, serving as a moisturiser, face mask, and primer in one.
The eco-friendly design also adds to its charm, employing plant-based ink and water-based varnish on sustainably sourced cardboard. Plus, the interior compartment is crafted from 90% recycled plastic, making it a perfect gift for your eco-conscious friends!
Clarins 12-Day Advent Calendar retails for S$180 and is available at Clarins online.
Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Lucky Chest of Beauty Secrets
Charlotte Tilbury’s Lucky Chest of Beauty Secrets Advent Calendar is a 12-day delight for fans, offering coveted skin and makeup favourites in full and travel sizes.
Valued at £245 (~S$355.53), it includes travel-size Magic Cream and full-size lipsticks – a perfect gift for any Charlotte Tilbury enthusiasts. Beyond the countdown, the gold-dusted calendar can be repurposed as a year-round jewellery holder, adding a touch of glamour to your daily life!
Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Lucky Chest of Beauty Secrets retails for S$255 and is available at Selfridges.
BareMinerals 12 Days of Joy Holiday Advent Calendar
The 12-day calendar from BareMinerals includes four full-size and eight mini skin and makeup essentials, including the travel-friendly Ageless Phyto-Retinol Night Concentrate.
This cruelty-free and vegan beauty set is ideal for those who prefer ethical and high-quality products to enhance their beauty routine!
BareMinerals 12 Days of Joy Holiday Advent Calendar retails for S$144.50 and is available at LookFantastic.
MAC Frosted Frenzy Advent Calendar
The MAC Frosted Frenzy Advent Calendar is a festive beauty treat that includes 24 miniature and full-size makeup and skincare goodies worth £487 (~S$809.43). This glossy red set captures the ’90s brand’s classic charm, with cult-favorite MACStack Mascara, Pro Longwear Paint Pots, and bullet lipsticks.
You might even come across one of their newest products, Hyper Real Serumizer, which promises a radiant glow that lasts far beyond the holiday season!
MAC Frosted Frenzy Advent Calendar retails for S$270 and is available at Selfridges.
Bobbi Brown 12 Days of Glow Advent calendar
The timeless charm of Bobbi Brown is perfectly captured in this holiday-ready box, featuring makeup favourites like the inky mascara, shimmering cream shadows, and a satin matte red lipstick for festive gatherings.
The thoughtful lineup, also features skincare essentials like a cleansing oil and makeup remover, ensuring that you or your giftee is left with a well-stocked bag adorned with all the beauty essentials from Bobbi Brown.
Bobbi Brown 12 Days of Glow Advent calendar retails for S$310 and is available at Selfridges.
GUERLAIN Advent Calendar
The GUERLAIN Advent Calendar was created in collaboration with Turkish jeweller Begüm Khan to add a beautiful touch to your Christmas.
You’ll get to unwrap 25 miniature delights, including candles, miniature bottles, iconic skincare, and makeup treasures, all crafted with precious materials by Begüm Khan.
With only 30 pieces available in Singapore, you won’t want to pass up the opportunity to add this rare gem to your collection!
GUERLAIN Advent Calendar retails for S$1,090 and is only available in GUERLAIN Boutiques at ION, Takashimaya, Raffles City, and TANGS at Tangs Plaza.
DIOR Le 30 Montaigne Advent Calendar
DIOR’s Le 30 Montaigne Advent Calendar is inspired by the iconic 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris, and features 24 boxes filled with miniature fragrances, skincare essentials, and scented candles.
The calendar, which includes must-have items such as Rouge Dior lipsticks, promises a daily dose of luxury.
After Christmas, you can repurpose the stunning gift box as a chic storage case to add a touch of Parisian elegance to your home!
Dior Le 30 Montaigne Advent Calendar retails for S$995 and is available at Dior online.
Christian Louboutin Holiday Advent Calendar
This advent calendar contains 24 party-ready essentials like the Velvet Matte On The Go Lipstick and captivating fragrances from the Loubiworld collection, making it a perfume and makeup lover’s dream.
In the Christian Louboutin Holiday Advent Calendar, you might even find a refillable lipstick case, as well as lipstick and stiletto charms suspended from a golden chain!
Aside from its stunning range of beauty products, the calendar steals the show with Louboutin’s signature packaging, which features a charming locomotive theme.
Christian Louboutin Holiday Advent Calendar retails for S$790 and is available on Selfridges.
YSL Beauty Advent Calendar 2023
The YSL Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 is a 24-piece treasure trove for makeup, perfume, and skincare enthusiasts, This calendar, housed in a cream-colored box adorned with golden snowflakes, embodies the allure of French beauty.
It promises a delightful holiday experience with spritzes of iconic scents like Black Opium, as well as the ultimate bold red lipstick for achieving that perfect French-style crimson pout during the winter festivities!
YSL Beauty Advent Calendar 2023 retails for S$395 and is available on Selfridges.
