As a beauty writer, I can tell you that an advent calendar is one of the most coveted gifts you could give a beauty enthusiast. They go a long way with us compared to an over-the-top hair tool or skincare device.

With some beauty advent calendars now costing upwards of £200 (we’re looking at you Selfridges and Harvey Nichols), the Boots line-up offers some of the best value for money – particularly the 24-day skincare countdown. Setting you back £65, it boasts an overall value of £224 and 16 full-size products.

In addition to the obvious, Liberty has added extra appeal this year by hiding five Golden Tickets to find, each worth $1,250 to spend at the retailer, which, we know might not be all that appealing if you live in the U.S. but if you're plotting a trip, London happens to be especially magical during the holidays.

The Liberty Beauty Calendar is on sale online and in-store now. For members of The Beauty Drop, Liberty's brilliant subscription club, a £20 discount is waiting for you too. If you aren't a member of the club, you can register your interest now.

John Lewis’s beauty advent calendar sets out to be a luxe offering, and I can’t argue that it delivers. Packed with 32 products that both you and your mum can enjoy, from anti-ageing heroes to viral body and make-up products, the variety of products increases its value for money.

The Fenwick 12 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar has launched and is packed with premium beauty products worth over £500 from the likes of Charlotte Tilbury, REN and Augustinus Bader

Are chocolates, travel alcohol and knickknacks not inspiring much festive inspiration this year? When it comes to the classic Christmas countdown, swap out the offending sweet treats for toners, shampoos,

What's inside the LookFantastic Beauty Advent Calendar? LookFantastic's beauty chest is always a swift sell-out – and we know exactly why. This year it features a mighty £565 w

SHOPPING: Looking for an advent calendar under £100? The YOU beauty advent calendar is back, and this year, it's bigger than ever, packed with over £450 worth of products but for just £85.