The Best Makeup Advent Calendars for Your Beauty-Obsessed Friends

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Beauty fanatics rejoice over just about any makeup gift set, and the best beauty gift sets are, without a doubt, released over the holiday season. However, the best type of beauty gift comes in the form of a beauty advent calendar, especially when comprised of the best makeup. Makeup advent calendars are the gifts that keep giving, with a little something-something to open each day.

These special edition yearly launches come with nearly a month’s worth of coveted full-size and mini-products, so you’ll score big while also saving money in the process. And because they’re packed with way more items than your average beauty gift set, they make it super easy to help a loved one stock up on all their favorites or test out a range of new items they’ve had their eye on for ages.

From calendars filled with false lashes for all-out glam looks to ones stocked with skincare products for glowy skin prep, scroll on for the best makeup advent calendars to shop this year. Items are selling out fast, and Christmas shipping deadlines are looming, so don’t waste time adding these to your cart.

Le 30 Montaigne Holiday 2023 Advent Calendar

This winter wonderland boxed set is a beauty lover's dream! Over 24 days, you can try Dior’s best beauty moments. Makeup-wise, there's a ton of best selling lipsticks included but you'll also find candles, ornaments, skincare, and fragrance. It's the best luxury mix of products we've seen.

12 Days of Glow Bestsellers Advent Calendar

Bobbi Brown has a cult following and this advent calendar disguised as a giant ornament will be any fan's number one gift of the entire year. The set is all about glow. From a preparatory face base to soft bronzer brushes, eye shadows, a mascara, and even makeup remover—each of the 12 days gives another step to the perfect holiday routine.

12 Days of Kissmas

Lipstick lovers are obsessed with the Kissmas set every year. This one includes all the colors you could ever imagine, including a clear gloss and matte creams for the more subtle days.

Advent Calendar

This 24-piece set of best selling YSL beauty items includes lipsticks, mascaras, eyeliners, and even a makeup remover. Plus, you'll find perfume, skincare, and a portable mirror to mix up the makeup days. Products aside, this packaging is a true work of art.

Charlotte's Lucky Chest of Beauty Secrets

Charlotte Tilbury’s products are legendary, so who wouldn’t be thrilled with 12 iconic products? Enter the New Year with stunning brows, fanned-out lashes, and plumped, dewy skin. The set is worth well over $300 but will cost you just $210.

Mini Luxe Essentials Set

If your bestie has stood by her Sephora favorites since high school, they’ll adore this gift. From a Hourglass Cosmetics bronzer, to Tom Ford lipstick, and a Pat McGrath mascara, this collection of best selling minis boasts a whole travel routine in one package.

Frosted Frenzy Advent Calendar

You can never go wrong with a classic brand like MAC. If you want quality makeup, this advent calendar contains 24 goodies that you’ll definitely use every day. From lipstick to eyeshadow, you’ll be impressed by each one.

12 Days of Nudestix Advent Calendar

This set from Nudestix values for over $200 so you're basically getting a bunch of tw0-for-ones. It features 12 best-sellers including eye color pencils, lip butters, blush, and more. It's ring light ready and destined to go viral.

House of Huda 12 Door Advent Calendar

The rose quartz packaging full of 12 of Huda's beauty favorites is a gift that doesn't need to be wrapped. Inside you'll score a mix of makeup and skincare like eyeshadow palettes, fake lashes, eye patches, and so much more.

The Power of Makeup Starry Night Holiday Planner

For an entire beauty cabinet refresh—clean beauty edition, look no further than this stellar set from Trish McEvoy. The value seems too good to be true for all you're getting. It includes eye shadow, brow gel, mascara, liners, setting spray, and even her signature scent. This one and done makeup gift will last for months and is the perfect intro into Blue Mercury-approved products.

Snow One Loves You More 12 Day Advent Calendar

e.l.f. is a great destination for quality, budget-friendly beauty buys, so you know its advent calendar is packed with great surprises. Featuring 12 popular sellers and the latest viral finds, you’re guaranteed to get the best of the brand’s makeup, skincare, and body care. Keep in mind this set is only available online for elfcosmetics.com loyalty members, but you can create a free account to purchase the set if you’re not already a member.

Superpower Collection

This gift set might not claim to be an advent calendar, but the mix of products make it just as good. Inside are a variety of core pieces for lips, face, and nails— all perfect for the upcoming holiday party season and beyond.

Beauty Advent Calendar 2023

You can never have too many beauty products, so this 24-piece advent calendar (worth $700) will be a huge hit. From a Mac mascara to a NARS blush, plus primers, creams and even a hair mask, this covers every beauty base. It includes cult favorite products from buzzy brands like Coco and Eve, Eve Lom, and Sol De Janeiro. If you're looking for the perfect gift at a value we can't believe, the Look Fantastic Beauty Advent Calendar is for you.

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