The Top 10 Beauty Advent Calendars for 2015

Tis the season to be jolly… well, almost. Ditch the chocolate this December and opt for an indulgent beauty calendar to help you countdown to the big day while looking truly fabulous. Here is our pick of the best Beauty Advent Calendars and where to find them.

Kérastase, £80

Add some festive flair to your hair in the run up to christmas with the golden calendar from Kérastase. With 25 of the brands best minaitures, you’ll have everything you need to style your hair to perfection ahead of the party season. Available from the 1^st of November.

The Body Shop, £60

The Body Shop have taken it upon themselves to cram £93.50 worth of beauty treats into their ’24 Days of Happiness’ advent calendar this year. With everything from body butters to makeup brushes, you’ll have 24 fairtrade, vegetarian-friendly suprises to enjoy. Available online and in store now.

Diptyque, £250

Treat yourself to a little luxury with a more lavish calendar from Diptyque. Behind each of its 25 doors you will find travel size candles in a range of indulgent scents as well as miniature fragrances and other such treats. Available from Selfridges from mid-November.

Benefit, £34.50

Taking inspiration from the 12 Days of Christmas, this musical calendar contains samples of the iconic ‘High Beam’ highlighter and ‘They’re Real’ mascara as well as newer cult favourites such as ‘the POREfessional’ primer and more. Available to buy now.

Yankee Candle, £31.99

Although not strictly a beauty advent calendar, we couldn’t resist this cute carousel miniatures collection. Packed full of tea lights and votives with seasonal scents such as ‘Spiced Orange’ and ‘Candy Cane Lane’, this is a fun calendar your whole household can enjoy. Available to buy now.

Ciaté, £49

Make December a month of good nails with a daily mini mani surprise from Ciaté. Pastels, metallics, glitter top coats and treatments… there is something for everyone behind each door, all in a chic London-themed box. Available to buy now.

Jo Malone, £260

Although this may be the priciest advent calendar on our list, there is no better time to spoil yourself than christmas time. The calendar’s elegant draws conceal 24 of the most popular colognes and body cremes in gorgeous scents such as ‘Lime Basil and Mandarin’ and ‘English Pear and Freesia’. Available from November 1^st.

Look Fantastic, £70

For an element of true surprise, try this beauty advent calendar from LookFantastic.com. They promise 25 of the best gifts in skincare, haircare and cosmetics, and with all the top brands from the site, they aren’t likely to disappoint. Available online from November 1^st.

Selfridges, £95

Another variety advent calendar comes from Selfridges, with luxury fragrance miniatures and Lancôme goodies to keep you looking gorgeous throughout the harsh winter months. Encased in out-of-this-world cosmic packaging, you won’t want to miss this one. Available to buy now.

Charlotte Tilbury, £150

Last but not least, Charlotte Tilbury has announced another 12 door christmas delight in the form of  ‘The Book of Makeup Magic’. Packaged beautifully, in true form, you will be treated to 12 mini makeup products, including an exclusive night cream that won’t be available in full size until 2016! Available from November.

Sophie Prescott