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As a little kid, there might have been nothing more exciting than cracking open a tiny cardboard door only to reveal a waxy, fake chocolate medallion. Honestly that would probably still be pretty exciting as an adult, who are we kidding? But these grown-up advent beauty advent calendars transform the art of sampling into something seasonal and special, even if Santa is giving you kohl this year.
Behind each little foil door is a tiny, dreamily scented treasure—body washes, lotions, candles, eau de toilettes and shampoo to name just a few.
Molton Brown Cabinet of Scented Luxuries Advent Calendar, $250; moltonbrown.com
"I have way too many adorable bath bombs," said nobody ever.
Lush Advent Calendar 12 Days of Christmas, $114.95; available mid-October on lushcosmetics.com
Consider this the easiest way to keep your holiday look both fresh and festive. Lipsticks, glosses, shadows, and mascara in the most versatile seasonal shades.
Bareminerals Box of Wonders, $79; ulta.com
Let's say you—or someone you love—is a lipstick aficionado, but has never taken the time to explore every single one of Nyx's lippie offerings. Now's the perfect time to learn the difference between Liquid Suede, Lip Linger, and Intense Butter once and for all.
Nyx Lippie Countdown Advent Calendar, $50; nyxcosmetics.com
There is not a beauty buff—or amateur, for that matter—among us who wouldn't appreciate this no-nonsense mix of best-sellers, cult classics and hype new launches.
Target Twelve Days of Beauty, $24.99; available November 5 on target.com
The coolest thing about this decadent box—besides the fact that it's chockablock with bestselling full-size and minis from the famed makeup artists' line—is that once you've pillaged all your presents, the container can be repurposed as a pretty home for your favorite jewels.
Charlotte Tilbury Naughty & Nice Magic Box, $200; charlottetilbury.com
For the skincare savant in your life (slash yourself), a versatile mix of the brand's time-tested favorites and newcomers alike.
Ole Henriksen 12 Days of Ole Glow Skincare Advent Calendar, $69; sephora.com
The bunny ears face-washing headband, scrubby gloves and loofah are enough reason alone for this investment; happily, there are 21 more scores behind every other little flap.
The Body Shop Advent Calendar, $80; available October 30 on thebodyshop-usa.com
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