Christmas is getting closer, and this year’s calendars are already on sale. From bargain buys and cult favourites to cruelty-free picks, here are the ones we rate the most
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Christmas may still be weeks away, but the festive season has already begun for fans of beauty Advent calendars. Most of this year’s calendars are now on sale, and many of the most popular could sell out long before Whamageddon claims its first victim.
So, much as it pains me to say it, now might be a good time to buy one. Below, you’ll find my favourites, from bargain beauty Advent calendars under £50 to three-figure luxuries. I’ve tested 20 to find calendars packed with cult-favourite products suitable for a whole spectrum of skin types and preferences. I also looked at the packaging and broad appeal of each calendar to help minimise waste.