You might think it's a little early, but beauty advent calendar season is almost upon us, and for makeup, skincare, haircare, and bodycare addicts, it's something we look forward to all year. However, beauty advent calendars can be notoriously pricey, and despite getting a lot for your money, the initial output is still an extravagance. Luckily, these affordable beauty advent calendar alternatives are a great option if you want to spend a bit less.

Most beauty brands these days offer all sorts of festive treats alongside their advent calendar, which is usually the main event. As well as bigger gift boxes and sets, there are also treats such as little crackers and beauty baubles to hang on your tree.

I will be adding to this edit as new offerings are released over the next couple of months. So, check back for updates and get ready to treat a loved one in the lead up to Christmas (or yourself, of course).

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