Beauty retailers launch diverse 2026 advent calendar collections

Beauty retailers and brands are launching diverse advent calendar collections for the 2026 holiday season, ranging from luxury skincare to K-beauty and makeup kits.

Space NK has released a high-value calendar worth £1,200 for £275, featuring 35 products including brands like La Mer and Medik8. Similarly, Lookfantastic offers a variety of options, including a specialized K-beauty calendar focused on hydration and barrier repair with brands such as Anua and Biodance.

Skincare-centric brands like Elemis and ESPA are focusing on hydration and skin health. Elemis offers a 25-day countdown featuring Pro-Collagen products, while ESPA provides a wellness-focused collection emphasizing body rituals and hydration. Clarins is also releasing a limited-edition 12-day collection.

Other notable releases include Charlotte Tilbury, which utilizes a jewelry-box style presentation, and UCANBE, which offers a budget-friendly 24-day makeup kit. Retailers like flaconi and Sephora are also competing with diverse brand mixes and varying product counts.