Counting down in style: The 10 best beauty advent calendars of 2021

Can you believe it's almost that time again?

It is officially October, which as we all know means it is basically December. And so it is time to start planning ahead a little – and right now, we are all about which calendars we want to be opening come December mornings. This year's lineup of beauty advent calendars is nothing short of spectacular, and hear us out: There is no reason why you can't have two calendars – we are certainly planning to! And if you are ready to click 'add to cart' soon too, here are just some of our favourites: 1. Kiehls Limited Edition Advent Calendar €109.00 Featuring holiday-inspired designs by artist Marylou Faure, the 2021 Kiehls advent calendar features miniature versions of several of Kiehls' best-selling beauty essentials, such as Ultra Facial Cream, Midnight Recovery Contrate and Crème De Corps. This year you’ll also find our newest Kiehl’s product, the Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Microdose Serum. Available now from Brown Thomas, BT2 Blanchardstown, Arnott’s Beauty Hall and Kiehl’s Boutiques located at 35 Wicklow Street and Dundrum Town Centre 2. Armani Beauty Advent Calendar €299 Discover iconic Giorgio Armani makeup, fragrance, and skincare collections with the 2021 Giorgio Armani Beauty Advent Calendar. Treat yourself or someone else to 19 miniature products, 5 full-sized goods and an additional Armani gift to delight and surprise throughout the month of December! Even better? The packaging of this gift set is 100 percent plastic-free. The Armani Beauty Advent Calendar 2021 will be available exclusively from Brown Thomas and online at www.brownthomas.com from late October 2021 3. Boohoo Festive Beauty Advent Calendar €90

The calendar includes 24 drawers and is packed full of glowing skincare, cosmetic glamour, and festive accessories. The 24-day countdown is the ultimate “self-care” gift, which will help bring a touch of glitz and festive joy every day during December.

Available from Boohoo.com

4. The Ritual of Advent: Countdown to Christmas Calendar €59.90 Treat yourself or a loved one to The Ritual of Advent, filled with 24 luxurious surprises. Celebrate the countdown to Christmas and cherish meaningful moments with products to treat mind, body and soul. Each golden window provides the perfect opportunity to spread a little happiness this festive season. Available from Rituals.com 5. Lancome Advent Calendar €150.00 Discover iconic Lancôme makeup, fragrance, and skincare collections with the 2021 Lancôme Beauty Advent Calendar. Treat yourself or someone else to Lancôme’s best-selling products and an additional Lancôme gift to delight and surprise throughout the month of December. Even better? The packaging of this gift set is 100 percent plastic-free. The Lancôme Beauty Advent Calendar 2021 will be available exclusively from Brown Thomas and online at www.brownthomas.com and www.arnotts.ie from late October 2021 6. Harry Potter Hedwig Advent Calendar €50 Perfect for witches, wizards and muggles alike, this magical 24-door advent calendar is filled with bath, body and beauty gifts for a spellbinding countdown to Christmas. Available from Boots.ie 7. No7 Celebrate 25 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar €55 Discover a daily dose of beauty with the ultimate collection of 25 luxurious skincare and cosmetic treats waiting to be revealed behind each door. Available from Boots.ie from October 26th 8. PrettyLittleThing 2021 Advent Calendar €80

Count down to the big day with the PrettyLittleThing Beauty Advent Calendar, with a new surprise for every day leading up to Christmas. This calendar features 24 doors filled with goodies from some of your fave beauty brands, making it the perfect gift for yourself or a loved one.

Available from Prettylittlethings.ie

9. YSL Beauty Advent Calendar 2021 €225 Treat yourself or someone else to 17 miniature products, six full-sized goods and an additional YSL gift to delight and surprise throughout the month of December! Oh, and the packaging of this gift set is 100 percent plastic-free. The YSL Beauty Advent Calendar 2021 will be available exclusively from Brown Thomas and online at www.brownthomas.com, Arnott’s and www.arnotts.ie from late October 2021v 10. Benefit The More The Merrier 12 Day Beauty Advent Calendar €70 Gift (or keep) holiday beauty favorites in mini and fun sizes. From Benefit’s brow bestsellers and mascaras, to pore primers and face powders, this gorgeous gift has it all! Available from Arnotts.ie