Our Top 10 2026 Beauty Christmas Advent Calendars

It’s that time of year. It’s advent calendar season and as we have seen in previous years, you need to be quick to get your hands on some of the most popular advent calendars around, as they sell out very quickly. We’ve scoured the internet and stores to find the best advent calendars this year for you:

MAC Cosmetics

Gift endless holiday riches! Count down to the most priceless gift of all with the MAC limited-edition Advent calendar. This keepsake box is all decked out with 24 full-sized and mini surprises to unbox daily, featuring best-selling products and shiny new shades – plus a limited-edition M·A·C black sleeping mask for when beauty rest calls. Ready to gift in a holiday-exclusive, keepsake gilded box at a gold star value. The MAC Cosmetics advent calendar can be purchased in-store or via the MAC website.

L’Occitane

Step into the magic of a Provençal celebration with the Deluxe Advent Calendar, a luxurious invitation to discover the art of giving, sharing and togetherness, day by day. Inspired by the warmth of a festive guest table in the heart of Provence, this beautifully curated calendar brings the spirit of the Provençal Art de Vivre to life, where every detail tells a story and every door reveals a new surprise.

A limited-edition Advent calendar, revealing day after day a carefully curated selection of iconic treasures and generous, exclusive sizes for hair, face and body. From cherished skincare and indulgent body care to fragrant favourites and exclusive surprises, each discovery invites you to pause, connect and savour the joy of the season. Available at L’Occitane stores or via their website.

Lancome

Step inside Lancôme’s Parisian palace and pull up a seat at our holiday gathering. During this season of joy, we’re always ready to make room for more. More love, more friends, more generosity – more happiness.

This holiday season, the table is set for festive moments overflowing with optimism. Open the doors of Lancôme’s limited-edition Advent Calendar, a pink Parisian Palace designed by French Artist Octave Marsal.

Enjoy 24 surprises hidden within the palace rooms, from iconic skincare to radiant makeup and captivating fragrances. Featuring 8 full-size icons and 16 travel-size surprises. A generous countdown designed to bring a touch of Parisian magic to every table this festive season. Shop via the Lancome website. 

Charlotte Tilbury

It’s glow time! Darlings, step into my Hollywood holiday wonderland of timeless glamour and glittering magic with Charlotte’s iconic advent calendar! It’s filled with 15 beauty surprises, including 4 full-size icons plus 2 accessories for the first time ever! Get yours on Charlotte Tilbury.

Benefit

Ding, ding! Time to check into Beneville’s holiday hotspot, The Hotel Beneville. This won’t be your average stay, it’s a 24-day, five-star escape where you’ve got an all-access pass to a suite life of glam. Behind every door, there’s bestselling beauty, iconic favorites, and a few VIP-only surprises waiting to be unwrapped. So, drop your bags, order room service, and let 24 days of over-the-top holiday magic begin. 

Freckleberry

Chocolate is a Christmas essential and we love our local Geelong chocolatiers, Freckleberry. Freckleberry’s Belgian Chocolate Advent Calendar makes every December morning magical with a daily chocolate surprise. Behind each festive door is a 10g piece of premium Belgian chocolate — smooth, creamy and handmade with love. Choose from plain milk, creamy white, rich dark, or colourful freckled chocolate to suit every taste.

Jo Malone

Roar into a holiday of charm and cheer with this luxurious trunk – which doubles up as an advent calendar. Seek out a scented surprise each day throughout December. Hidden inside crackers, ornaments and stockings are miniature seasonal favourites – including timeless colognes, candles and bath & body treats – with a 30ml fragrance waiting to be revealed on the 25th. A jubilant present for someone extra-special, or a deserved treat to keep for yourself. Shop it here.

Sephora 

From December 1 to 24, open one compartment each day to discover a new beauty surprise. A perfect daily ritual to help you count down to Christmas in a warm and festive atmosphere. Experiment, have fun, and create dazzling looks for your party nights! Available on Sephora. 

Naked Sundays

A limited-edition advent calendar filled with Naked Sunday’s most-loved SPF best-sellers, beauty essentials and exclusive accessories, designed to bring a little extra glow to every day. Available at MECCA. 

Jurlique

Celebrate the festive season with a daily moment of luxury. This advent calendar is a delightful way to explore Jurlique’s skincare range, making it an ideal gift for beauty enthusiasts or a wonderful treat for yourself. Unwrap a new Jurlique beauty surprise daily from December 1st to 24th, or whenever you need a moment of indulgence. Features a carefully selected array of 24 Jurlique mini skincare products, including serums, creams, mists, and oils, designed to nourish and revitalise your skin daily. Buy it at Myer.