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.

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,

If you're looking for more Bluey deals, there’s another advent calendar, the aptly named Bluey: Advent Calendar, that comes with figurines and action figures instead of books. Sold exclusively by Amazon, it’s available for $25.

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.

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.