Fortnum and Mason's 2026 Beauty Advent Calendar has launched, offering shoppers more than £1,225 worth of premium beauty, fragrance, bath and wellness treats for £275. That means buyers can save more than £950 compared with purchasing the products individually.
Among the 25 treats, 24 are full-sized, including the Aromatherapy Associates De-Stress Body Oil, worth £62, which accounts for almost a quarter of the calendar's price tag alone. The oil has been hailed 'Heaven on Earth' by users.
Body oil praised by shoppers
The Aromatherapy Associates De-Stress Body Oil is designed for massage, post-workout body care and bedtime routines. It combines lavender, rosemary, ginger and black pepper with nourishing plant oils, and the lightweight formula is designed to glide smoothly over the skin before absorbing without leaving a greasy finish.
It can be massaged into areas such as the shoulders, lower back and legs, particularly after exercise, travelling or a long day on your feet. The oil has also been MTick certified by GenM to actively support menopause, perimenopause and hormonal changes.
One reviewer described the product as “simply wonderful”, adding: “Really works to relax my muscles. Aroma and scent are delightful! Highly recommend.” Another said: “It's heaven on earth. My skin is so soft not to mention the relaxing effect the scent has while breathing it in the shower.”
Other treats in the calendar
The calendar also includes pampering goodies from luxury brands including Clive Christian, Connock, Ombre Rose, Delilah, Shleep, Granado and Charlotte Posner. The most valuable product is the Wildsmith Copper Peptide Cream, worth £120, while fragrance fans get a full-sized Jean Charles Brosseau Nymphéa Eau de Parfum worth £85 and a 30ml bottle of Gallivant Abu Dhabi Eau de Parfum, worth £70.
At £275, the Fortnum and Mason beauty advent calendar sits at the luxury end of the festive beauty market. For those seeking something more affordable, the No7 Ultimate Beauty Advent Calendar is priced at £180 and promises £550.75 worth of products, including the complete Future Renew regime and a voucher for a free Pro Artist Foundation. There are 24 products inside, all full-sized.
More affordable alternatives
OK! Beauty Box has also opened registration for its countdown, curated with makeup artist Hannah Martin. Following three record-breaking OK! Beauty Box launches, Martin has selected 25 days of treats spanning makeup, skincare, fragrance, wellbeing and more. Worth over £605, it will be priced at £109, and the first 3,000 customers to pre-order will receive £20 off.
With more than £1,225 worth of products inside, Fortnum and Mason's countdown remains a tempting option, particularly for shoppers who would use most of the full-sized treatments. While the element of surprise is always fun, it is recommended to check out the full contents to make a more informed purchase decision.
