Top 10 Cruelty Free Christmas Beauty Advent Calendar
In the season that's in it! I've been searching every corner of the inter web to find THE BEST cruelty free beauty advent calendar!! I've narrowed it down to my favorite ten that I myself am considering on purchasing!! I still haven't quite decided which one I am going to be getting for myself (is too much to get more than one???)
If any of you find any cruelty free beauty advent calendars that you think should have made my top 10, be sure to let me know all about it!!!
If you click on the link below the photos, it will take you directly to where you can purchase the advent calender's! Some of them are out of stock online BUT you can purchase in store!!! You can also purchase some of them on different websites but I linked you to the one I would personally purchase on.
This post is only a partial spoiler!! I've told you the range of products such as shower gel, mascara, lipstick etc but I didn't want to go into too much detail so if you end up purchasing one it'll all be a surprise!! Even with the pictures (with the exception of boxes with different brands) I used pictures where you can't see the products!! All keeping the element of surprise!!
Last disclaimer, my top 10 is in random order so you'll have to read to find out which one is my favorite!!
Now enough of the explaining, let's get down to business!!
If you click on the link below the photos, it will take you directly to where you can purchase the advent calender's! Some of them are out of stock online BUT you can purchase in store!!! You can also purchase some of them on different websites but I linked you to the one I would personally purchase on.
This post is only a partial spoiler!! I've told you the range of products such as shower gel, mascara, lipstick etc but I didn't want to go into too much detail so if you end up purchasing one it'll all be a surprise!! Even with the pictures (with the exception of boxes with different brands) I used pictures where you can't see the products!! All keeping the element of surprise!!
Last disclaimer, my top 10 is in random order so you'll have to read to find out which one is my favorite!!
Now enough of the explaining, let's get down to business!!
1. A Gift a Day Advent Calendar- Sleek Cosmetics
To start us all off is the Gift a Day Advent Calendar from Sleek cosmetics. Sleek is one of my favorite drug store cruelty free makeup brands. If you're not too familiar with the brand, their highlighting palette is world renowned by beauty influencers such as Jaclyn Hill as THE BEST drug store highlighting palette!
What I really like about this advent calendar is the product range!!! There are brushes, lip creams, eyeliner, mascara, lip liners, eye shadow PALETTES (Yes, not single but palettes), blush and nail varnishes!!! The variety of products and shades is amazing as far as beauty advent calendars go. It's a great opportunity to try a BUNCH of their products so you don't waste money!!!
What I really like about this advent calendar is the product range!!! There are brushes, lip creams, eyeliner, mascara, lip liners, eye shadow PALETTES (Yes, not single but palettes), blush and nail varnishes!!! The variety of products and shades is amazing as far as beauty advent calendars go. It's a great opportunity to try a BUNCH of their products so you don't waste money!!!
Did I mention that it's only €45???? AND it's part of Boots.ie's 3 for 2 offer so you can buy two presents (or two more advent calendars lol) and save money!!! YESSSS. For my fellow students, you can also use your student discount to get 10% off!
2. It's A Calendar, Girls! - Soap & Glory
This next one is a lovely combination of skincare and cosmetics brought to you by the one and only brand, Soap & Glory!!!
I'm a huge fan of their skincare range and have a few off their cosmetics so this advent calander is the best of both worlds and perfect for the girls who aren't huge into makeup but still like the odd gloss here and there!!
The product range includes body washes, scrubs, lotions, eye pencils, glosses, mascara, primer and even a mini tweezers! First of all, I love mini's when it comes to body washes and lotions. Perfect for travel and to keep in your handbag and again, to try something out before committing to a full size!!! I will warn you, it appears that there are duplicates of the body washes which is a little it disappointing but not the end of the world. So, there is not something new/ different every day but hey, if you really like it, you have a second or could give to your mom or friend!!
This bad boy is only €50 and is also in the Boots 3 for 2 offer! (Bargain!!!)
3. Box of Wonders (Advent Calendar)- Bare Minerals
Moving on to higher up on the brand spectrum, this next advent calender is from a more high end cosmetic band, Bare Minerals!!
I'm a huge fan of this brand. The first time I truly discovered the power of makeup was when I was about 12 years old and had a huge red spot in between my eyebrows and it was picture day at school! My mom took the Bare Minerals powder and using a flat top concealer brush, covered that sucker and when I looked in the mirror it was all gone!!! I honestly thought my mom was a magician (not saying she isn't but I've since discover the magic of makeup).
The first proper bit of makeup my mom bought for me (when I was using green eye shadow and doing God knows what) was the Bare Minerals starter kit that came with the primer and powder and brush and stuff!! So, I have fond memories of this brand.
ANYWAY! I'm actually very impressed with the product range in this box!! It has not one but TWO powders (which are amazing) includng the mineral veil which is universal and a tinted powder (that would be pretty universal for Caucasian skin tones).
It also includes a lovely variety of four lip gloss shades, four lipstick shades, two mascaras, three NEW eye colors and two original ones. Then there's my other favorite by the brand which is the blush/ face color!!! It comes in their most popular shade, Warmth, (my fav) and two others!!! Another cute touch is you get a pen and mini notepad!! There is also a sample of their Skin Longevity product which lets face it, you'd be lucky if it matches your skin tone but it's nice to see what the consistency is like, and there are always ways to darken or lighten a foundation with powder or bronzer!
Because this brand is high end, this calendar is on of the more expensive than the previous at €87 and it is not included in the Boots 3 for 2 but when you break it down, it works out at a whopping less that €3.50 per product!!! I think that is really amazing value!!
With cosmetics such as powders and lippies, you only use a small amount per application so they will last you at least 1-3 months depending on the product!! Again, it's all about trying new things out and you never know, you could find your next holy grail product!!
With cosmetics such as powders and lippies, you only use a small amount per application so they will last you at least 1-3 months depending on the product!! Again, it's all about trying new things out and you never know, you could find your next holy grail product!!
4. Kiss & Tell Advent Calendar- NYX
This next one is for all of my lippie junkies out there!!! If you're like me and think a good lip colour can make or break your makeup look or if you're not bothered doing a full eye look, just throw on a bold lip with mascara and perfecto, this is perfect for you. Not only is there a range of finishes to choose from but of course a huge range of shades! It's perfect for those of you who are maybe a little hesitant to commit to a full size of a bold shade or a new finish!! And it's pretty sweet that it's one of my favorite drugstore brands.
There are butter glosses, butter lipsticks, lip lingerie, liquid suede, and matte lipsticks!!! With shades ranging from nudes and reds and pinks to grey and black (swoon) it's the perfect way to step out of your comfort zone and try new things!!! And let's face it, how often would you wear a black lipstick? You only really need a mini size!!! And if you love one of them so much, they're so unbelievably affordable that if you run out, you know you've found a fav and won't break the bank to replace it!!!
I also love the thought of challenging yourself and pushing yourself to perhaps wear each one on it's designated day? Like, how fun does that sound???
It's at a nice price point at €65 in Arnotts. (I also found it on ASOS for €67.50 if you have a student discount code!!)
5. ASOS Beauty Advent Calendar
This next one is currently out of stock but I'm hoping it will be restocked before the end of the month so I'm going to include it anyway!! It's the ASOS beauty Advent Calendar that is predominately skincare which I'm ok with!! It has some of my favourite products in it such as the Alpha H Liquid Gold (who wants a blog post about that?), Smashbox primer, an Eyeko liquid liner, and samples of Rodial and Ren. My faves. As far as I could see from the picture, all products are cruelty free but if I'm wrong do not hesitate to let me know!!
ASOS Beauty Advent Calendar
6. 7. 8. The Body Shop
My next THREE beauty advent calender's are all by the one brand which is doing amazing things for the cruelty free beauty industry, The Body Shop.
6. 24 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar- The Body Shop
The most inexpensive one is the 24 Days of Beauty Advent Calendar!! It retails at €75!! There's a lovely combination of body care and cosmetics in this one!! You have shower gels, soaps, lotions, makeup removers, a few accessories such as nail file, eyelash curler and brow brush and then on the cosmetics spectrum, there's an eye definer, glitter and lip balm!!
It is currently sold out on the UK website but available on the Irish site! And pop into your local Body Shop and they should still have them!!!
7. Deluxe Beauty Advent Calendar- The Body Shop
The Deluxe Beauty Advent Calendar from The Body Shop is more expensive than the standard. It has very similar products in it such as the same scents of shower gels and lotions with the addition of more cosmetics such as a matte lippie, gel liner and concealer brush!!! Apparently the last gift is a trivia game the family can play on Christmas which is kinda cute. In my opinion, this one has a better variety of products than the previous but it is up to yourself if the different products is worth the money to you!!
For some reason, this one was not on the Irish Body Shop website (It might be out of stock?) but it is however on the UK website and I would imagine in stores so I still wanted to include it!!
For some reason, this one was not on the Irish Body Shop website (It might be out of stock?) but it is however on the UK website and I would imagine in stores so I still wanted to include it!!
8. Ultimate Beauty Advent Calendar- The Body Shop
The final advent calendar from the Body Shop retails at €120 and I hate to break it to you but it is the best (in my opinion) out of the three. The skincare products really get an upgrade in this box! Instead of having several shower gels, there is a night cream, a youth concentrate, vitamin e cream, and face mask. The cosmetics are roughly the same but I really do think the upgrade in the skincare products is worth the money!!!
This one is IN STOCK online!!
9. 12 Days of Christmas Gift- Lush
This next one I debated about including because it's only 12 days which is a little bit of a cop out in my opinion and not as exciting but I decided to include it because of the quality of the brand and because the products are good and mightn't necessarily be used everyday. It retails at a ridiculously good £67.50 and includes all body products. Now, if you are unlike me and not a bath person, this isn't for you. It comes with FIVE bath bombs, THREE bubble bars, two shower gels, a body conditioner and a soap!
It is incredible value for what you get and the perfect way to ensure you get that well deserved down time and have a lovely bath at least once a week in the very busy Christmas time!! I would personally open it every other day for the month of December to make it like a proper advent calender and make it last for the whole month!
10. Beauty Advent Calendar- Marks and Spencer
Last but not least is my unbiased favourite cruelty free beauty advent calender that has the perfect balance of cosmetics and skincare from some amazing brands!!! That is the Marks and Spencer Beauty Advent Calendar!
Because I am Beauty Advisor in M&S I have had the lucky task of sampling the products inside for the past month!! Because of that, I have a lot to say about each and every individual product!!! Some of which are Marks and Spencer brands and please believe me when I tell you this is BEST beauty advent calendar on the market at the moment!! Not only for it's incredible value but for the range and quality of the products inside! I'm so obsessed with this product and have too much to say about it for this post that I will be doing a blogpost solely on this advent calendar and giving you all a greater description of the products!!
Because I am Beauty Advisor in M&S I have had the lucky task of sampling the products inside for the past month!! Because of that, I have a lot to say about each and every individual product!!! Some of which are Marks and Spencer brands and please believe me when I tell you this is BEST beauty advent calendar on the market at the moment!! Not only for it's incredible value but for the range and quality of the products inside! I'm so obsessed with this product and have too much to say about it for this post that I will be doing a blogpost solely on this advent calendar and giving you all a greater description of the products!!
Until then, here's a brief list of a few of the products inside: Stila Stay All Day Matte Lipstick, Pixi Liplift Plumping Lip Gloss, Emma Harding Moringa Cleansing Balm, Alpha H Limited Edition Liquid ROSE Gold, Eyeko Black Magic Mascara, Pur Illuminate and Glow Primer, Rodial Dragons Blood Sculpting Gel and two full sized nail varnishes, one by Nails Inc and one by Leighton Denny, both sparkly and glittery perfect for the season!! And that's not even everything!!!!
It is sold out online but you can find it in your local Marks and Spencer's.
It retails for €329 but when you spend €40 on clothing, beauty and home ware you get to purchase it for only €40!!! It's the perfect opportunity to get your Christmas shopping started or stock up on your favorite beauty buys (such as the Pixi Glow Tonic) and get the BEST advent calendar too!!!
There's my top ten cruelty free advent calendars of 2017!!! Let me know which one YOU would get or are getting!! I'm so excited for this Christmas season!! Stay tuned for a more in depth look in the Marks and Spencer Beauty Advent Calendar AND my personal Christmas wishlist containing of course only cruelty free cosmetics and vegan fashion.
Until next time, my lovlies!
Love, Emily xx
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