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Countdown to Glam: The Ultimate Makeup Advent Calendars and Why They’re Worth It

Victoria Benitez

More is more, and everything’s better in small packages! With 12-day to 24-day assortments, there’s no shortage of delights to wow everyone on your list. This holiday season, countdown to Christmas in a fun, festive way and check off your gift list with a beauty advent calendar.

Traditionally filled with little surprises, advent calendars have evolved, and we’ve added our one-of-a-kind e.l.f. touch to create something extra special for the beauty-lovers in your life. Whether you’re treating yourself or someone you love, each calendar makes a perfect gift, combining the excitement of the holidays with the joy of discovering beauty must-haves. From skincare staples, to mini makeup treats, and self-care essentials, there’s something for every beauty lover. Celebrate the season with our beauty advent calendars and add a touch of pampering to their holiday!

What are Makeup Advent Calendars?

We’ve taken the guilt out of opening a gift from under the tree early this year with our unique beauty advent calendars. Build up the excitement to the festive holiday season with these countdown gift sets designed to create excitement and mark the days leading up to Christmas.

You’ll find a variety of advent calendars that celebrate the holiday cheer- some that feature twelve to twenty-four compartments, each hiding a tiny surprise inside. Each day is created to reveal a new gift and create a fun, daily surprise that sparks joy! Beauty advent calendars make perfect gifts for the beauty lovers in your life that enjoy pampering themselves and trying new products. Truly what better gift to give than a blend of holiday anticipation and beauty.

Are Advent Calendars Worth It?

If you’re looking to score a few deals during the upcoming gift giving season advent calendars typically are a steal! They’re an easy way to bundle a variety of products at a lower cost than if you were to purchase each item individually.

What we love most about this amazing value is that you usually can find both full-size and travel-size items offered within them, truly the best of both worlds! From makeup must-haves to skincare staples, these calendars offer an affordable option without breaking the bank for anyone on your list. It's a perfect gift to give for beauty lovers (or even yourself) who love to experiment and try new things without committing to the full-sized versions. Keep things budget-friendly while enjoying a little luxury and fun!

What Are the Different Kinds of Advent Calendars?

Raise a toast to being the best gift-giver this season! Spark joy this holiday season with a beauty advent calendar that has your makeup and skincare obsessed friends’ name all over it. Advent calendars come in all sorts of categories, products, and brands, but there are two main types: 12-day and 24-day.

If you’re looking to build up the excitement through the entire month the 24-day advent calendars will do the trick! It begins on December 1st and goes until Christmas Eve, December 24th, with one box or gift to open each day. In comparison, the 12-day advent calendars typically start on December 12th or 13th, counting down to December 24th or Christmas day. Add a fun surprise to someone special’s holiday while offering a variety of beauty treats to enjoy along the way!

Are Beauty Advent Calendars a Great Gift?

Advent calendars are truly the gift that keeps on giving! With daily surprises it’s easy to make advent calendars a yearly tradition during the holidays. You can easily cross off multiple loved ones on your list as they make perfect gifts for anyone dipping their toes into beauty or for those who love trying new products.

Also, these calendars make an ideal gift for those on your list who you might be unsure what to give! With 12 or 24 gifts to explore and build a routine with, beauty advent calendars are not only practical, but an exciting gift option for beauty lovers of all levels.

Shop e.l.f. Cosmetics Makeup Advent Calendars

Hopefully, we’ve built up enough excitement and you’re feeling as ready as we are to count down to the holidays with e.l.f. 's two beauty advent calendars! Whether you choose our 12-day Love at Frost Sight Advent Calendar or our 24-day Sleigh the Holidays Advent Calendar, you’ll be sure to elevate anyone’s beauty routine with a gift that is filled with a mix of skincare and makeup must–haves.

While the holiday hustle can sometimes be daunting, make the season a little more magical with an assortment that blends everyday essentials with new favorites to try. With our 24-day calendar gifting $140 worth of our top-shelf faves for under $100, we’re not expecting this festive find to stick around for long. Both are available to shop now–grab yours before they’re gone!

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