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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Alice Reynolds

I got my hands on M&S’s affordable beauty advent calendar – here are my thoughts

I opened every door of the calendar - (The Independent)

Christmas has arrived early across the beauty world as major brands and retailers unveil their festive countdowns for 2026. But for many, Marks & Spencer’s offering is the most anticipated beauty advent calendar of the season and we’ve got our hands on it to bring our verdict on the full product line-up and price before its launch in a few weeks.

While luxury offerings from Liberty and Cult Beauty come with steep price tags, M&S continues to deliver one of the most affordable options on the high street. In previous years, securing the calendar required spending £35 in-store or online before purchasing the set for £60. This year, however, there is no minimum spend requirement; the 25-day calendar is available to buy outright for £75.

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