A Beauty Countdown to Christmas: Three Festive Finds to Put on Your Wish List.
Christmas is a lovely excuse to add a little extra sparkle to everyday life, and that includes our beauty regime. Whether it’s discovering a new skincare favourite, opening a daily little treat or simply enjoying something a bit different in the run-up to the big day, there are plenty of ways to bring some festive fun into our beauty routines.
I’ve picked out three rather different finds that caught my eye. There are two beauty countdowns to enjoy, plus a fun festive surprise that makes a lovely little gift in the run-up to Christmas.
- A Little Christmas Fun: Baylis & Harding Festive Character Tin
Looking for some festive fun before Christmas Day? The Baylis & Harding Festive Character Tin is a cheerful addition to the seasonal gifting list.
Inside is a festive bathing assortment featuring shower gel, body wash, bath bubbles, body lotion and a body polisher. It’s a lovely little collection for anyone who enjoys a pampering bath or shower, with the character-shaped tin adding an extra touch of Christmas charm.
I particularly like the idea of giving this one early, so it can be enjoyed throughout December rather than waiting until Christmas morning. It’s a practical little beauty gift with a fun festive twist.
- A Festive Beauty Treat: Holland & Barrett Best of Beauty Edit – £35
If discovering new beauty brands is your idea of a treat, Holland & Barrett’s Best of Beauty Edit is well worth a look.
Priced at £35 and worth £115, this limited-edition collection brings together eight full-size beauty favourites, offering impressive value for anyone who enjoys trying new products.
There’s a good mix of skincare, haircare and self-care, with familiar names alongside products that might be new to your beauty shelf.
Inside you’ll find MooGoo Skin Milk Udder Cream, Tisserand Sleep Better Body & Pillow Mist, Q+A Collagen Face Cream, Weleda Skin Food, UpCircle Vitamin E Moisturiser, Noughty Get Set, Grow Growth Boosting Tonic, Balmonds Skin Salvation, Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, Wild Amber & Oud Soap and Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil.
From moisturisers and nourishing balms to a hair and scalp tonic and a relaxing pillow mist, there’s plenty to explore. I particularly like that the selection goes beyond facial skincare, offering a few different ways to enjoy a little self-care.
Whether you’re buying for someone who enjoys experimenting with their beauty routine or fancy a little refresh yourself, it’s a thoughtful option with products to enjoy well beyond Christmas.
Available online from Holland & Barrett, although stocks are limited.
- Twelve Days of Beauty: Aldi’s Lacura Advent Calendar – £19.99
Finally, for a more traditional beauty countdown, Aldi’s 12 Days of Lacura Beauty Advent Calendar is back following last year’s sell-out success.
Priced at just £19.99, this limited-edition calendar combines miniature and full-size products from Aldi’s popular Lacura range, covering skincare, makeup and haircare.
One of the highlights is the new Lacura Perfect Peach Plumping Lip Gloss (5.1ml), which is exclusive to the calendar. Enriched with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, it is designed to leave lips looking fuller while helping to keep them hydrated.
There are plenty of other treats tucked inside, too, including Vanilla Lip Balm, Girl Gone Bad Mascara, Pink Lace Liquid Blush, clear brow gel, a hyaluronic acid and pomegranate face mask, hydrogel eye pads and a jade gua sha.
Haircare hasn’t been forgotten, with a leave-in conditioner and hair repair oil, while a claw clip and silk scrunchie add a few useful finishing touches.
For £19.99, there’s a good variety to explore, making it an appealing little treat for anyone who enjoys experimenting with their beauty routine. You may have to visit your local store to find this little gem.
A little beauty, a little sparkle and a little countdown to Christmas – three different ways to make the festive season feel that bit more special.
Poppy Watt