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The advent calendar costs £105 (just £5 more expensive than last year), but its total value is £655 – meaning you save £550.
For this year’s packaging, the square red box has two outer doors that open to reveal 25 different sized drawers. The design is simple – features white numbers on a red base, with the Lookfantastic logo on the exterior. While the box is sturdy enough to be a year-round storage solution, some people may find the box a little large and festively colored for evergreen use – compared to Liberty’s artfully designed calendars, it may even be a little boring for some tastes.
Packed with 25 products, the calendar includes 15 full-size products (compared to 13 in 2024) and the countdown gets off to a great start with the deluxe-sized Elemis Pro-Collagen Rose Marine Cream (£98 for the full size). lookfantastic.com) on the first day. A take on the cult formula, the moisturizer boasts an ultra-lightweight gel consistency.
Skincare fanatics continue with the deluxe size L’Occitane Hand Cream (£25 for the full size). looks amazing) – The perfect soothing tonic during the winter months. A personal favourite, Ren’s Brightening Eye Cream (£49 for the full size, lookfantastic.com), is on the fifth day. The formula from the now-defunct beauty brand is my favorite for nourishing the under-eye area and prepping it for concealer. Other highlights include Medic8’s brand new Hydra B5 Serum (£49 for the full size). lookfantastic.com)- I’ve used this daily for two months and my skin feels so much softer and smoother – and Lineage’s SPF50 Facial Formula (£18, lookfantastic.com,
Fragrance-wise, a full-bodied Cheriosa of Sol de Janeiro 62 (£24, lookfantastic.com) The Viral Body Mist will delight fans of the brand, while a mini Seychelles The White Company candle (£24, lookfantastic.com) The aged beauty will please the devotees.
When it comes to makeup, there’s nothing to get excited about, as all the products are priced at great prices. Glow Recipe Blush Stick (£9.60, lookfantastic.om) will help create a party-season flush while Revolution’s Sparkly Full-Size Eyeshadow Palette (£8.99, lookfantastic.com) has plenty of shades to make an impact (though they’re not the most long-lasting). There are three MAC formulas in the mix – including the Gloss (£22, lookfantastic.com), Lipstick in the shade Honeylove (£25, lookfantastic.com) and the Lip Liner in the universally flattering shade Spice (£22, lookfantastic.com) – to improve your pout. The line-up is completed with Iconic London’s Pre Set Blur Setting Spray (£26.99,). lookfantastic.com), which doesn’t have the lightweight appeal of Charlotte Tilbury or Urban Decay’s formulas.
If you’re looking to sample the full haircare range, you’re in luck, because this advent calendar features some popular products, albeit in deluxe sizes. There’s Color Wow’s shampoo and conditioner duo (£43 for full size, lookfantastic.com), which is a good travel size for keeping your hair healthy while you’re away – especially if you have colored hair. Aveda Botanical Repair Strengthening Leave-In Treatment (£36, lookfantastic.com) is a nourishing treatment for mid-week hair that prevents breakage, while Wella’s Smoothing Mask (£13.26, lookfantastic.com) Provides a boost of hydration to your hair during the winter months.
While the advent calendar is less robust when it comes to health essentials, this year’s offering includes Molton Brown Fiery Pink Chilli Bath and Shower Gel (£26 for the full size). lookfantastic.com), Magnesium from The Nu Company (£20 for full size, lookfantastic.com) Ease Sore Muscles and Spray on MyVitamin Coconut and Collagen Capsules (£7.99, lookfantastic.com) for nail, skin and hair health.
As far as the big day goes, I’ll leave it as a surprise – but trust me, it will definitely add some charm to your Christmas and New Year celebrations.