Avant Skincare has brought back its Odyssey Advent Calendar for 2026, offering shoppers more than £1,000 worth of premium products for under £100. The limited-edition calendar, which follows four consecutive years of sell-outs, contains 25 skincare and beauty treats, including 15 full-size Avant products.
The calendar is worth £1,029 but can be purchased for £109, or £98 with the exclusive code OCEAN10. With 25 products at £98, each item averages less than £4, making it a budget-friendly option for those looking to overhaul their skincare routine or secure stocking fillers.
Hero Products and Rave Reviews
Among the standout items is Avant's R.N.A Radical Firmness Anti-Ageing Serum, which typically retails at £119 alone. The award-winning formula is clinically proven to visibly smooth wrinkles, firm the skin, and target hyperpigmentation in 28 days. The product has earned rave reviews, with no ratings below four stars. One shopper called it 'one of the best anti-ageing formulas I've ever tried', while another said: “This serum definitely keeps my skin looking glowing as it manages to diminish the discolouration of my skin making it look firm and healthy.”
A third reviewer noted: “I've been using this each night for a few weeks now and can honestly say my skin is looking fresher and feels firmer. In addition two patches of darker pigmentation have decreased significantly.” However, some cautioned that results take time and consistent use. One wrote: “It has a very smooth consistency and a little goes a long way. I haven't been using it for long enough to notice any real difference but no doubt if you persevere the results will be pleasing.”
Other highlights include the Pro-Intense Hyaluronic Acid Illuminating Day Cream, which won a Vegan Beauty Award, and the Blue Volcanic Stone Cleanser, a previous Women & Home Clever Skincare Award winner. The calendar also features an ocean-inspired seaweed rejuvenating sheet mask, an Ocean Cedar scented candle, targeted eye and lip treatments, and spa-themed accessories.
Comparisons and Alternatives
For those seeking variety across categories, the OK! Beauty Box Advent Calendar offers 25 products, 22 of which are full-size, curated by MUA Hannah Martin. Priced at £109 but valued at over £605, it includes makeup, skincare, fragrance, haircare, nail care, wellbeing products, and beauty tools. Boots has also launched its 24 Days of Luxe Beauty Advent Calendar for £150, with a value of £709.59, containing 27 beauty treats, 19 full-sized, from brands like Sol De Janeiro, Rituals, Huda Beauty, and Clinique.
Despite these options, Avant's calendar boasts one of the biggest price-to-product value ratios of this year's countdowns, especially with the additional 10% discount. The calendar is racking up five-star ratings, with one buyer commenting: “I just bought 2 of these. One for my daughter-in-law for Christmas and one for me now. I loved mine so much I told her to open hers now so we can talk about the products. I've not tried everything yet but what I have tried has felt so good. I particularly loved the duo moisturiser and the misting spray. Made my face feel hydrated and soft for hours.”
Another appreciated the upgrade from a 12-day offering last year to a 25-day countdown for 2026, saying: “This was a no brainer purchase for me. I purchased last year & loved it. This year it's a 25 door advent calendar it's amazing I highly recommend it.” Some were slightly disappointed that certain favourites weren't full-sized, with one writing: “Great value for money as always - just a little disappointed that there wasn't a full size day cream.”
Overall, the response has been overwhelmingly positive. Another five-star review read: “Incredible products in my second purchase of the Avant Skincare advent calendar. It arrived extremely quickly, well packaged and fully tracked. I cannot understate how luxurious this calendar is.”
The Avant Odyssey Advent Calendar 2026, worth £1,029, is available for £98 with code OCEAN10.
