Yes, it may still be August, but Christmas will soon be creeping up on us. And for those counting down, it’s 129 days away, to be exact.
And while it may be more than 100 days away until you can open the first door on your advent calendar, brands and retailers have revealed their must-have Christmas countdowns already - and some you can buy online right now.
Health and beauty retailer Boots has unveiled more than 40 different advent calendars this year, from socks and chocolate, to beauty and pampering.
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Beauty advent calendars have grown in popularity over the past few years, and the line up of brands releasing festive countdowns in 2022 include the likes of No7, Soap and Glory, Liz Earle and Rituals, as well as Ted Baker and Laura Ashley.
There’s also a beautiful beauty calendar being sold in support of the cancer charity, Macmillan, featuring 24 goodies from a range of best-selling brands at Boots .
Manchester Evening News have taken a look at some of the best beauty advent calendars being sold at Boots in 2022, and these are our top picks.
Soap & Glory 24 Days To Treat Yule-Self Advent Calendar
Price: £45
The Soap & Glory advent calendar contains 24 bath and beauty buys worth more than £80, for £45 . Products behind the doors include some that are brand new this year, including Scrub Of Your Life Body Scrub, Speed Plump Hydrating Day Cream, Rollerball Fragrance in Original Pink, Magnificoco Bubble Bar and a silk scrunchie to name a few.
Check to see when it comes in stock here.
Beauty Crush Advent Calender
Price: £20
One of my favourite festive rituals is having an indulgent bubble bath on Christmas eve, and if that sounds like you, then the affordable Beauty Crush advent calendar is for you, packed with 25 bath goodies to pamper you all the way through the month.
The calendar includes 16 small bath bombs, four bath confettis, four bath salts and one huge bath bomb perfect for winding down on Christmas Day or Boxing Day.
Find out more about the £20 advent calendar on the Boots website.
Laura Ashley 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar
Price: £45
The Laura Ashley advent calendar is already available to purchase for £45 , and is filled with English garden inspired luxuries.
The description reads: “Share in their rich design heritage and indulge your senses with three signature fragrances inspired by a garden in bloom. This elegant, limited edition Laura Ashley Advent Calendar houses a generously sized pampering treat within each of the 12 doors.”
This luxurious gift set, featuring goodies like Bath foam, Body wash, Shower crème, Soap, is the perfect seasonal surprise, and once empty can be reused to store your keepsakes! You can buy it now online at Boots.
Ted Baker 2022 Advent Calendar
Price: £45
Ted Baker’s sleek and sophisticated advent calendar is brimming with gifts - one to open each day up to Christmas Eve. However, there are 27 products in the calendar, packed full of indulgent bathing and beauty treats in signature Ted Baker scents.
Shoppers can expect to find sprays, perfumes, body washes, makeup and even candles, perfect for a relaxing night in with a Christmas movie.
The calendar costs £45, which is the same price as Soap and Glory and Laura Ashley, despite the latter only offering 12 doors, making Ted Baker great value for money. Check when it’s in stock here.
Macmillan 24 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar
Price: £88
This charity advent calendar is perfect for those who want to try out a few different brands in their Christmas countdown, as it features products from Boots own ranges, No7, Champneys, Liz Earle, Soap & Glory, Sleek and Ted Baker.
Not only is this calendar full of pampering and beautifying treats, but £2 from every one of these sold is going to Macmillan Cancer Support.
Costing £88 , it contains 24 products from mascaras and lip pencils, to hot cloth cleansers and sheet masks. You can keep up to date with its hotly anticipated release here.
Liz Earle 12 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar
Price: £65
Lovers of the cult skincare brand Liz Earle will be lusting after this 12-day advent calendar packed with sample and full-sized gifts from the British beauty brand. It’s packed with carefully chosen skincare surprises, and offers a chance to explore the range and have glowing skin ready for Santa.
Shoppers can expect to find products from the Cleanse and Polish collection, as well as Superskin and Instant Boost Skin Tonic - which recently reverted back to its original formula - among many more.
The calendar costs £65 and will be available to buy at Boots soon.
You Are The Revolution Advent Calendar 2022
Price: £85
For the ultimate glam, Revolution have launched an advent calendar featuring 25 days of makeup essentials and everything you need to slay on Christmas Day.
The description reads: “The countdown to Christmas is officially on! Start your season right with 25 days of ULTIMATE GLAM with the You Are The Revolution 2022 Advent Calendar.”
We won’t dish out all of the spoilers, but beauty buffs can expect to find lip glosses, highlighters, eyeliners, accessories and all new exclusive products for 2022.
You’ll soon be able to shop the Revolution advent calendar here.
Joules Christmas Village 24 Day Advent Calendar
Price: £40
In stock and ready to buy now is the Joules beauty advent calendar, featuring 24 products for £40 - less than £2 each!
These advent houses have been made to bring you festive joy for many Christmases to come, and can be refilled next year with your choice of treats. Or, display them on your mantelpiece as you countdown to the big day.
The £40 calendar contains a selection of wonderfully scented soaps, body mists, hand creams, lip products and more. You can shop it now here at Boots.
Other alternative advent calendars are already on sale at Boots, including one from English Tea Shop and Lovehoney .
Foodies will love Joe and Steph’s popcorn calendars , which also come in a vegan variety . The much loved Lindt calendar is available for £12 , while Monty Bojangles costs £15.
You can find all of the advent calendars currently available on the Boots website here.
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