With the popularity of beauty advent calendars showing no signs of waning, retailers are already preparing for the 2026 season. Liberty London has opened its waitlist and revealed an early glimpse of its offering, which includes full-sized products from Augustinus Bader, Grown Alchemist, Sunday Riley and Violette FR, alongside seven fragrances. The calendar is valued at over £1,300 but costs just £285, offering a saving of more than £1,000. Liberty promises 26 products not found in competitor calendars, and the selection is said to be similar to 2025's, featuring brands like Matiere Premiere and Zelens.
Harrods has encouraged beauty enthusiasts to join its rewards programme for early access to its calendar details. Last year, the Harrods calendar was the first to sell out, blending premium brands such as La Mer and Tatcha with high-street favourites like Mac and Bobbi Brown, plus discovery brands like Moncho Moreno and Skin Cycles. For 2026, experts anticipate Harrods exclusives such as the Matiere Premiere blackcurrant EDP or the Augustinus Bader x Harrods 'the cream', as well as new additions from Beauty Works and Korean perfumers BORNTOSTANDOUT.
Space NK's 2025 calendar boasted more full-size items than any other brand and sold out quickly. For 2026, the retailer has onboarded new brands, including Korean skincare line Biodance and Japanese brand Takami. Inclusions from Phlur and Refy are also predicted, possibly featuring Refy's new water blush and bronzer compacts. Joining Space NK's free Ndulge programme is recommended for early access to product details and purchase dates.
Cult Beauty's calendar typically rivals Space NK's, showcasing the year's best launches. The 2025 edition included recently launched items like the Elemis toning mist and Gisou cherry edition lip oil. For 2026, experts expect Gisou's hair and body mists, Dr. Barbara Sturm's new bronzing drops, and more K-beauty products. As more retailers reveal their plans, this page will be updated with the latest information.
