Christmas might be months away, but beauty Advent calendar waiting lists are filling up fast. From cult favourites to cruelty-free picks, here are the ones worth buying• Don’t get the Filter delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereAs I write, an ice-cream van has just parked outside my flat.
It’s the middle of this year’s umpteenth heatwave, and I’m finally understanding the appeal of a cold shower. That can only mean one thing: it’s time to start testing the best beauty Advent calendars.I wish I was joking, but many beauty brands and retailers have been curating their 2026 beauty Advent calendars since before last Christmas.
And since these calendars offer a selection of high-end cosmetics, bestselling beauty staples and new launches at far less than their usual combined price, they’ve become a festive staple for beauty fanatics. Continue reading…