M&S's advent calendar works out at just £2 per item, and shoppers say it’s a 'massive bargain'
Marks & Spencer have done it again and this year it's better than ever.
Marks & Spencer's 2024 beauty advent calendar is arguably the retailer's best edition to date, featuring an impressive selection of beauty products worth more than £300.
Described by M&S as an "indulgent edit of winter beauty essentials", the calendar features everything from restorative hair care treatments to rich creams, fan-favourite make-up to floral fragrances, and can be all yours for just £50, providing you follow one small caveat — you have to spend £35 on full-price home, beauty or clothing items in-store or online (but let's be honest, hitting that spend cap won't take long).
The carefully curated line-up of 25 beauty must-haves includes six full-sized products alongside 19 travel sized minis. Set to fly off shelves, we don't expect it to take long before shoppers sell out this coveted calendar.
Bursting with a range of big-name brands like Clinique, Philip Kingsley, REN, L’Occitane and more, this lavish beauty advent calendar, complete with a reusable cosmetic vanity, can be yours for £50 when you spend £35 on home, beauty and clothing in-store or online.
M&S shoppers who have been quick to snap up the calendar have said it's a 'massive bargain', as it works out at just £2 per product. While other added it's "one of the best value ones out there!"
So, what can you expect to uncover in the lead-up to Christmas? With 25 beauty gems in total, that range from make-up, skincare and haircare, there's certainly something in there for everyone.
We're particularly excited to get our hands on a bottle of REN's EverCalm Cleansing Milk, rated very highly by shoppers and said to help to clarify and even the skin tone. As well as Prai's Ageless Throat & Decolletage Crème, a rich, luxurious formula that works to tighten and firm the skin.
We also like the look of the Percy & Reed Tame That Mane Smoothing Blow Dry Cream (£20), Emma Hardie Purifying Pink Clay Detox Mask (£15), and Bloom & Blossom Keep Dancing Foot & Leg Mist (£24).
There's even fragrances in this year's calendar, with bestsellers like M&S's Discover in Velvet Amber, and Floral Street in Vanilla Orchid.
The advent calendar itself also comes packaged in a reusable, velvet cosmetic bag that can be used far beyond the festive season.
What's inside M&S's Beauty Advent Calendar 2024?
Floral Street Vanilla Orchid Eau Deu Parfum 10ml
Clinique Take the Day off Balm 15ml
Color Wow Colour Security Shampoo 75ml
Color Wow Colour Security Conditioner 75ml
Benefit Fan Fest Mascara 8.5g - Full Size, Worth £27
REN EverCalm Cleansing Milk 50ml
Nails Inc Cranberry Me Merry 10ml
Percy & Reed Tame That Mane Smoothing Blow Dry Cream 100ml - Full Size, Worth £20
Formula Sleep Cream 15ml
L’Occitane Shea Hand Cream 30ml
Philip Kingsley Elasticizer 40ml
Fresh Elements Glow Day Cream 15ml
Aveda Botanical Repair Strengthening Masque 15ml
Nails Inc Nude In Noelle 10ml
Pixi Eye Define Waterline Tightline Black 0.35g - Full Size, Worth £12
Cowshed Relax Bath & Body Shower Gel 100ml
Margaret Dabbs Nail and Cuticle Serum 15ml - Full Size, Worth £13
This Works Deep Sleep Overnight Whip 200ml - Full Size, Worth £28
Discover Velvet Amber 10ml
Cowshed Relax Bath & Body Body Lotion 200ml
Dr. PAWPAW Ultimate Red Tinted Lip Balm 10ml
Prai Ageless Throat & Decolletage Crème 30ml
Living Proof PhD 5-in-1 Styling Treatment 60ml
Emma Hardie Purifying Pink Clay Detox Mask 15ml
Bloom & Blossom Keep Dancing Foot & Leg Mist 100ml - Full Size, Worth £24
What the reviews say
Five-star reviews are already racking up, even though it has been out for less than a week.
"Love a beauty advent calendar to treat myself in the run up to Christmas. Good value compared to other calendars works out at £2 item. Only one or two items I won’t use myself and will gift to work colleagues. Love the hair products. Looking forward to using Cowshed and face cream minis on weekend away."
"25 quality items for £2 each. My first Christmas present to myself this year!"
"Excellent selection of quality products….this contains a great selection of new, quality products. Lovely beauty as well. This is so worth the money and the items I won't use will make great gifts."
"Lots of full size products inside. What's not to love. Have been waiting on this being released and it is a Christmas present for myself!"
Available now, we recommend picking yours up as soon as you can to avoid any disappointment this festive season.
Shop now: M&S 2024 Beauty Advent Calendar | £50* from Marks & Spencer
*when you spend £35 on home, beauty or clothing
Need some M&S shopping inspiration? Here are some current bestsellers
Comfortable, smart and affordable, shop one of M&S's best-selling pairs of straight leg trousers in a choice of three colours.
Burgundy is trending, and this modest autumnal dress (available in a deep burgundy and black) is the perfect choice. Designed with an elasticated, ruffle trim bodice, tiered skirt and flouncy sleeves, it's super chic.
We love the statement gold animal print pattern on this dress. It's perfect for the upcoming party season.
Snap this designer-style jacket up in either beige or chocolate and enjoy its timeless shape. Described as the "perfect jacket for autumn", and "very on trend" by happy shoppers, we would be quick shopping this style if we were you.
Back in stock after selling out in September.
Jump on the animal print trend with this relaxed midi dress, designed with a curved waist seam, round neck bodice, long blouson sleeves and cuffs. Dress it down with some chunky trainers, or up with a fur jacket and heeled boots.
Add this bomber-style jacket to your capsule wardrobe.
These straight-leg trousers with added stretch are an essential for any workwear wardrobe.
Make a statement in this bold green polka dot number that can easily be accessorised with a pair of heels and metallic clutch bag.
A classic M&S silhouette designed in a fresh print for autumn. Enjoy a midaxi hem, long sleeves and floaty skirt.
Look the part in this chic midaxi dress, complete with a flattering seam and ruched detailing, long sleeves and flowing skirt.
Turn heads in this forest green two-piece suit, perfect for an autumn occasion. Dress it up with heels and a bag for the evening, or down with some trainers and a white top.
This bargain two-piece is ideal if you love colourful pyjamas but want something more subtle for the Christmas season. There's already more than 200 five-star reviews singing the set's praises, with many customers loving the fit, stretchy waistband and value for money.
Red and green are the classic hallmark colours of Christmas. This long-sleeve set is made from 100% cotton, with formal touches like the chest pocket, making it ideal for Christmas morning. You can also buy the same pyjamas for men and kids.
