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Beauty advent calendars thread for spoilers, offers and stock updates πŸŒΈπŸ’ƒπŸŒΈβ„οΈπŸ§£πŸŽπŸŽπŸŽπŸŽ

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SoloCat · 29/09/2026 17:32

Beauty advent calendars thread 10 for spoilers, offers and stock updates πŸŽ€πŸ’πŸŽ€πŸ’πŸŽ€

Welcome to Thread 10πŸŽ‰
A huge thank you to @OvaHere, @JoRaRaRa and @Thelifeofawife,@ilovepond@26inprogress
for the previous threads, and to everyone who has been sharing spoilers, information. links, bargains, discount codes and enabling each other over the first 8 threads. ❀️
As agreed, we're taking it in turns to start each new thread this year. If this thread starts getting close to the reply limit, please post to let everyone know you're happy to start the next one so we can avoid duplicate threads.
πŸŽ… A few festive housekeeping notes:
🎁 This thread contains spoilers.
πŸŽ„ Please be kind and respectful to one another.
πŸ’Έ No judging anyone for their purchasing choices (or how many calendars they buy... we're all enablers here! πŸ˜‚).
πŸŽ€ Feel free to share spoilers, offers, discount codes, GWPs, delivery updates and stock alerts.
🎁 Available Now:
Boots:
www.boots.com/christmas/advent-calendars/advent-calendar-waiting-list
Luxe Β£150
beauty-detective.com/boots-beauty-advent-calendar-2026/
Fragrance Β£90
beauty-detective.com/boots-12-days-of-scent-advent-calendar-2026/
Skin Β£70
beauty-detective.com/boots-24-days-of-skin-advent-calendar-2026/
Liberty – Β£285 (Beauty Drop members receive Β£25 off). Now on general sale:
www.libertylondon.com/uk/features/beauty/beauty-advent-calendar#
Unboxing
P. Louise – Β£250. Available to pre-order with payment instalments available:
https://plouise.co.uk/collections/wonderful-world-of-p-louise-advent-calendar/products/what-glows-around-2026-advent-calendar
John Lewis – Β£250. Available on pre-sale via the app for MyJL members:
https://beauty-detective.com/john-lewis-beauty-advent-calendar-2026/
Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar – Β£270. Now on sale online and in-store:
https://www.harrods.com/en-gb/p/harrods-of-london-the-harrods-beauty-advent-calendar-2026-000000000000284475
Harrods 12 Days of Hair & Body – Β£99. Now on sale online and in-store:
https://www.harrods.com/en-gb/p/harrods-of-london-the-harrods-12-days-of-hair-and-body-advent-calendar-2026-000000000000284465
Harrods Fragrance Advent Calendar – Β£225. Pre-sale sold out. Went on sale in-store 1/9 but appears to be completely sold out:
https://beauty-detective.com/harrods-fragrance-advent-calendar-2026/
Vogue Festive Calendar – Β£355. Available to pre-order:
https://shop.vogue.co.uk/products/vogue-festive-calendar-2026
Fortnum & Mason Beauty Advent Calendar - Β£275. Available now:
https://www.fortnumandmason.com/fortnums-beauty-advent-calendar-2026
Fenwick 25 day beauty advent calendar - Β£250. Withdrawn due to problems with the ingredients list. When/if it will return is unknown:
https://fenwick.co.uk/products/fenwick-fenwick-beauty-25-day-advent-calendar-2026
Anthropologie 24 Day Beauty Advent Calendar – Β£98. Available now:
https://www.anthropologie.com/en-gb/shop/24-days-of-beauty-advent-calendar5
The Fragrance Shop - Available for pre-order Β£120 members, Β£150 non-members.
Women's Advent Calendar:
^https://www.thefragranceshop.co.uk/the-fragrance-shop/the-fragrance-shop/gift-box-advent/p/76306
Men's Advent Calendar:
^https://www.thefragranceshop.co.uk/the-fragrance-shop/the-fragrance-shop/gift-box-advent/p/76307
Selfridges
Beauty & Fragrance Β£250. On sale 1/9:
https://beauty-detective.com/selfridges-beauty-advent-calendar-2026/
Fragrance - current thinking is that this will cost Β£225 and launch around 30/9-1/10:
https://beauty-detective.com/selfridges-fragrance-advent-calendar-2026/
Elle Β£197 or Β£187 if you joined the waitlist or with MissBoux’s code available on her unboxing video:
https://beauty-detective.com/elle-advent-calendar-2026/
LookFantastic Beauty. Available for pre-order:
https://www.lookfantastic.com/p/beauty-box/the-beauty-advent-calendar-worth-over-665/17691363/
LookFantastic Fragrance. Available for pre-order:
https://www.lookfantastic.com/p/beauty-box/the-fragrance-advent-calendar-worth-over-530/17691405/
Glossybox. Β£90 or Β£75 for subscribers. Code: KAREN5 may give Β£5 off the Β£90. Available now:
https://www.glossybox.co.uk/p/beauty-box/glossybox-2026-advent-calendar-worth-over-645/17691528/
OK Beauty Box advent/Hannah Martin. Available now Β£109:
https://www.okbeautybox.co.uk/products/the-ok-beauty-box-advent-calendar?srsltid=AfmBOoppTH5x1vrf3PT8oCWpKiUj111T5PdA8IBPKCjA9SYOpugUFCBJ
Cult Beauty Β£245 - Β£20 gift voucher back when buying at launch 03/09 early access.
https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/c/advent-calendar/
Harvey Nichols: Due to the recent takeover, it’s unclear if these a/cs are still going ahead for 2026. Details TBC.
Beauty:
https://www.harveynichols.com/harvey-nichols/harvey-nichols-beauty-advent-calendar-2026-75896-258491/
Fragrance:
https://www.harveynichols.com/harvey-nichols/harvey-nichols-12-days-of-fragrance-advent-calendar-2026-75906-258490/
John Lewis Fragrance Β£99 - appeared briefly for sale 1/9 online but this seems to have been a glitch. The calendar is either out of stock or withdrawn. It MAY reappear 21/9, (its original release date):
https://beauty-detective.com/john-lewis-fragrance-advent-calendar-2026/
Space NK Β£275 - available now in-store and online:
https://www.spacenk.com/uk/gifts/beauty-advent-calendars/beauty-advent-calendar-MUK200063764.html
Oh My Cream Β£195 with 20% off for new customers with code: WELCOME20:
https://ohmycream.co.uk//products/advent-calendar-lrnce-oh-my-cream?
YESSTYLE: $164.99 5% off with code: PAULAYES
Early access: 29/9 3am GMT
General access: 6/10 3am GMT
https://beautycalendar.com/yesstyle-advent-calendar-2026/
Sephora UK
Sephora Favourites: Β£235 available for pre order:
https://www.sephora.co.uk/p/sephora-favorites-advent-calendar?
Next Β£150 available now:
https://beauty-detective.com/next-beauty-advent-calendar-2026
Debenhams Β£120
https://www.debenhams.com/pages/beauty-advent-calendar
PURESEOUL Β£140 (first year they are doing an advent)
beauty-detective.com/pureseoul-advent-calendar-2026/
Holland Barrett: Β£60 - available now:
https://www.hollandandbarrett.com/shop/product/beauty-advent-calendar-6101407249?
Diptyque: Β£420 - available now:
uk.diptyqueparis.com/en-uk/products/advent-calendar-25-scented-treasures-xm26advent?
Jo Malone: Β£375 - available now;
https://www.jomalone.co.uk/product/26322/107822/gift-sets/christmas-kist-advent-calendar?
Jo Loves Waitlist:
https://www.joloves.com/pages/a-jo-loves-advent-calendar?
πŸ’„ More Calendars & Spoilers
Rather than making the opening post a mile long, here's a brilliant roundup of lots more advent calendars and the latest spoilers, including Charlotte Tilbury, Elemis, LancΓ΄me, Tatcha, NEOM, Neal's Yard Remedies, and many more as they're announced:
πŸ‘‰ ^https://beauty-detective.com/category/beauty-advent-calendars^/ πŸ‘ˆ

I haven’t updated lists or availability, but I’m sure we all know what’s going on πŸ˜€

https://www.fortnumandmason.com/fortnums-beauty-advent-calendar-2026

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IlovePond · 07/10/2026 17:23

Fortunately for my bank balance, I am at work tomorrow morning and so won’t be able to even think about the SFAC! Given my dislike of most niche fragrances it would be the height of silliness for me to buy it!

Re: KBeauty - I actually prefer the Boots x StyleKorean a/c to the β€˜real’ SK offering. (I never thought that the Boots one was β€˜it’ for the year). It’s still in my Boots basket but I am not pressing β€˜buy’ as I have do much stuff already.

At the moment, I am quite happy with my DIY a/cs, but I am waiting to see if there are any reductions in the run up to BF.

Re: A/C fatigue - I agree that the vast majority of potential customers haven’t even given beauty a/cs a thought as yet so aren’t fed up of them at all! For me, I think the early launches and ridiculous teasers/spoilers took the edge off any excitement for me. (Plus my disappointment with Liberty and my BD conundrum has somewhat dampened my enthusiasm πŸ™€)

ShineDespiteEverything · 07/10/2026 17:23

OvaHere · 07/10/2026 16:23

That luxe advent box packaging was definitely designed with the FAC in mind. It's the same style as last year's FAC.

I wonder why they pivoted from intending to do a FAC to this Luxe one?

No other explanation other than greed, thinking they can charge Β£410 instead of Β£175 πŸ™

MiaN · 07/10/2026 17:24

My first ever fragrance advent was Space NK and I bought it every year since. It's how I got in fragrance. Harrods does nothing for me I have to say, I had it once and I didn't keep single perfume from it

I hope I can get my hands on Selfridges, it would be amazing if Brown Thomas do one. If not I will keep my eyes on the swap & sale groups and the ebay shops of the few regulars to see if I can score few deals.

Housewife2010 · 07/10/2026 17:33

ShineDespiteEverything · 07/10/2026 17:23

No other explanation other than greed, thinking they can charge Β£410 instead of Β£175 πŸ™

They're a business not a charity. They will price it for as high as they believe it will sell. (Yes, it does seem ridiculously high & I doubt it will sell out at that price).

AdventAdoration · 07/10/2026 17:34

My thoughts and prayers for those waiting for shipping and or - I can’t bring myself to say β€œdropping” sorrry - let’s say,release times for new ACs esp for tomorrow!
I don’t know if I’m getting confused with these threads and last years but I do think there was talk before of a Dub meet up! Poss a trip to BT and lunch at Shelbourn hotel? That sounds lovely to me I’d leave right now if I could!

pinkchampagne1 · 07/10/2026 17:36

I have no hope of getting Selfridges FAC if they release it at 9 or 10am either. I leave for work just after 8.30 and then have to leave my phone in my locker until I finish at 1pm. Trying to tell myself it is for the best as I already have the Harrods one but I know I will feel sad about missing out on it. 😏

AdventAdoration · 07/10/2026 17:39

Also I can’t remember who didn’t want the candle snuffer in the home fragrance AC but I LOVE a candle snuffer and think theyre essential! Ofc now I’m not allowed near naked flames Grin but a candle snuffer and a wick trimmer are vital IMO. I’ve passed this onto my DCs along with first burn info etc and whilst their friends may think theyre a bit wanky, their candles are always great! Halo

Peridot1 · 07/10/2026 17:55

@AdventAdoration - I would love a Dublin meet up and a Shelbourne lunch! I worked there in Sales & Marketing back in the 80s…… Yes - I am indeed that old.

ShineDespiteEverything · 07/10/2026 17:58

Housewife2010 · 07/10/2026 17:33

They're a business not a charity. They will price it for as high as they believe it will sell. (Yes, it does seem ridiculously high & I doubt it will sell out at that price).

They can price it at whatever they want, of course. Doesn’t mean anyone will buy it 🀣

IDontHateRainbows · 07/10/2026 18:05

pinkchampagne1 · 07/10/2026 17:36

I have no hope of getting Selfridges FAC if they release it at 9 or 10am either. I leave for work just after 8.30 and then have to leave my phone in my locker until I finish at 1pm. Trying to tell myself it is for the best as I already have the Harrods one but I know I will feel sad about missing out on it. 😏

I have a window of time between meetings at 9.30-10, although I could travel to a store on Thursday evening if needs be. Just don't want to travel and they are not there.

SavageGarden23 · 07/10/2026 18:22

Those of you saying their partners will be useless buying the selfridges fac tomorrow, I am feeling triggered on your behalf. I managed to buy Metallica tickets for my partner while he was at work and he managed to buy Savage Garden lead's tickets for me while I was babysitting. All while fighting bots on ticketmaster,whereas selfridges will be just a virtual queue and checkout fast.If something is important to your partner you bloody show some effort. Its not like they are paying,it wont even occur to them .

DidILeaveTheGasOn · 07/10/2026 18:38

So envious that you’ve seen Savage Garden! Also we are probably exactly the same age πŸ˜‚

Doubleth · 07/10/2026 18:40

AdventAdoration · 07/10/2026 17:39

Also I can’t remember who didn’t want the candle snuffer in the home fragrance AC but I LOVE a candle snuffer and think theyre essential! Ofc now I’m not allowed near naked flames Grin but a candle snuffer and a wick trimmer are vital IMO. I’ve passed this onto my DCs along with first burn info etc and whilst their friends may think theyre a bit wanky, their candles are always great! Halo

It might have been me! I just know the snuffer would live in the drawer. I'm completely on board with a wick trimmer, however. I'm not a monster Grin

On another note, I still haven't ordered the Liberty BAC. Does anyone think I should hang on for a Black Friday discount? Is that risky?

user593 · 07/10/2026 18:43

DidILeaveTheGasOn · 07/10/2026 18:38

So envious that you’ve seen Savage Garden! Also we are probably exactly the same age πŸ˜‚

The first gig I ever went to was Savage Garden when touring their first album πŸ˜…

DidILeaveTheGasOn · 07/10/2026 18:48

My envy is increasing by the minute! I’m not sure if I’d have been old enough to go to a gig for their first album, maybe Affirmation though (think that’s what the blue one was called). Am in awe of you guys!

user593 · 07/10/2026 18:53

DidILeaveTheGasOn · 07/10/2026 18:48

My envy is increasing by the minute! I’m not sure if I’d have been old enough to go to a gig for their first album, maybe Affirmation though (think that’s what the blue one was called). Am in awe of you guys!

I was in my early teens when the first album came out (and in Australia). From what I remember it was a good gig πŸ˜…

OvaHere · 07/10/2026 18:58

My BT delivery is over an hour late. I think they're going to end up returning it to the depot. 😩Will probably be redelivered tomorrow just when I'm trying to fight the SFAC queue. πŸ™„

SunnyPinkMoose · 07/10/2026 19:14

OvaHere · 07/10/2026 18:58

My BT delivery is over an hour late. I think they're going to end up returning it to the depot. 😩Will probably be redelivered tomorrow just when I'm trying to fight the SFAC queue. πŸ™„

Noooooooooooo I need , sorry YOU need it today !!!!!!!!

Addictedtobeauty · 07/10/2026 19:19

OvaHere · 07/10/2026 18:58

My BT delivery is over an hour late. I think they're going to end up returning it to the depot. 😩Will probably be redelivered tomorrow just when I'm trying to fight the SFAC queue. πŸ™„

I am willing the DPD driver to make those stops today for you. πŸ™

SunnyPinkMoose · 07/10/2026 19:29

AdventAdoration · 07/10/2026 17:39

Also I can’t remember who didn’t want the candle snuffer in the home fragrance AC but I LOVE a candle snuffer and think theyre essential! Ofc now I’m not allowed near naked flames Grin but a candle snuffer and a wick trimmer are vital IMO. I’ve passed this onto my DCs along with first burn info etc and whilst their friends may think theyre a bit wanky, their candles are always great! Halo

So I am clearly a monster πŸ˜‚ I’ve been using small scissors . But I do love a candle and it is the season . Can you recommend a good brand ? I’m not planning on buying the Harrods one as much as I’d love too . But I will most def be in the look out for some lovely ones on Black Friday . I did get a couple of bargains on JL website so I I’m n need of the professional tools !

pinkchampagne1 · 07/10/2026 19:32

@OvaHere and @JoRaRaRa I hope you get your BT calendars asap

OvaHere · 07/10/2026 19:33

Addictedtobeauty · 07/10/2026 19:19

I am willing the DPD driver to make those stops today for you. πŸ™

I stupidly thought this would be the easy stress free part. πŸ˜‚

Nomorechocs · 07/10/2026 20:00

Do you think Cult Beauty will end up being discounted or is a Β£20 gift card as good as it’s going to get? Wondering whether to hold my nerve. I absolutely don’t need it. Just want it.

OvaHere · 07/10/2026 20:29

My BT advent isn't coming today after all. 😭

JoRaRaRa · 07/10/2026 20:54

Next year we are defo doing a day in Dublin. This is wayyy too stressful πŸ™ˆπŸ€£

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