So if you're looking for a fun and surprising way to countdown to Christmas, the X-Mas Mail DIY Advent Calendar 02 from Essence is the perfect choice. Not only is the Essence Advent Calendar back for 2023, but the fantastic cheap makeup brand is releasing two versions of its makeup and skincare advent calendar this year. We’re big fans of Essence, its mascara is as good as products that cost 10 times as much, and its skincare has consistently performed well in our best serum and best moisturiser group test.

Both the Classic and Premium contain one of my favorite serums for the face: namaste anti-ageing serum.Inside the calendar, you will find all your favorite products and accessories: Highlighter; lipstick; varnish or even a cleansing towel and hand cream.

I feel like this year the focus is on skincare and high-end brands like Elemis, Drunk Elephant and Zelens (or maybe those are just the products that caught my eye looking at the contents). This advent calendar contains 24 different pieces of makeup and beauty products that will make the month of December even more exciting. If you’re into creamy shower gels, fruity body creams, face masks and other deliciously scented beauty products, these calendars are here for you.Our selection of fragrances includes designer names like Calvin Klein, Paco Rabanne, Issey Miyake, and DKNY. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. The 24K Calendar is a bit more expensive and in the contents I’m most drawn to Clarins lip gloss, LH Cosmetics palette and brands like RMS Beauty, Anastasia Beverly Hills and Balance me. We will not recommend anything we don't believe in and we are not paid by brands to include specific products unless explicitly stated.

This amazing Giftbox from the brand Essence will bring joy and excitement during the Christmas month. It’s an ideal present for beauty lovers and those looking to add a touch of glamour to their festive season. This calendar is a great chance to try out a natural brand – and get the most basic skincare stuff on the shelf (a hydrating serum, a nourishing face cream, an eye cream and an oil – plus more). The “essence DIY Express From North Pole Advent Calendar 2023” is a delightful way to heighten the anticipation for Christmas. Becoming a member gains you access to incredible offers on cosmetics, fragrances, hair care products, and more.You’ll find all the best-selling products like the Hoola bronzer, Porefessional (it really does smooth your pores like no other), Roller Lash mascara and not to forget all those great brow products. For 2023, we’ll be posting full unboxings of each calendar individually, as and when the calendars arrive, and if you want to be the first to know, follow us on TikTok!