I tried the Lumene's Nordic Beauty Advent Calendar and there's one thing I'd change

Beauty advent calendars are a lovely way to treat yourself in the run-up to Christmas, especially if you enjoy discovering new skincare and make-up. The Lumene Nordic Beauty Advent Calendar 2026 caught my attention because it brings together 24 products from the Finnish beauty brand, spanning skincare, make-up and body care. Priced at £99.50 at John Lewis, it is a festive treat aimed at anyone who enjoys exploring new additions to their beauty routine.

The calendar includes everything from cleansers and moisturisers to make-up essentials, including mascara, eyeliner, lip products and blush. Rather than concentrating on one particular beauty concern, it brings together products for different stages of a skincare routine, alongside colour cosmetics that can be incorporated into everyday make-up.

For anyone who has not tried Lumene before, that variety is a big part of the appeal. However, I also think the product sizes and overall price are important considerations when deciding whether this is the right advent calendar to buy.

What I liked about the Lumene Nordic Beauty Advent Calendar

The biggest selling point for me is the opportunity to discover a range of products from one beauty brand. If you are unfamiliar with Lumene, buying individual products can feel like a bit of a gamble, particularly when you are not sure which ranges will suit your preferences or which formulas you might want to explore further.

This beauty calendar offers a way to sample different products without having to purchase several separate items. With 24 drawers to open, there is something new to discover each day, making it an appealing way to add variety to the countdown to Christmas.

What I didn't like about the Lumene Nordic Beauty Advent Calendar

My main reservation is that, despite the inclusion of some more generous sizes, many of the 24 products are still relatively small. While I understand why beauty advent calendars include miniatures, particularly when they are designed to introduce customers to a brand, I am personally not a huge fan of them.

I prefer opening a beauty calendar and finding products that I can use for longer than a handful of applications. There is something more satisfying about discovering a full-sized moisturiser or cleanser that can become part of your everyday routine, rather than having to decide whether you like a product before the miniature runs out.

I would have liked to see more full-sized products included at this price. If that is important to you too, it is worth comparing the contents of competing beauty advent calendars before making a decision.

Overall verdict

Overall, I think the Lumene Nordic Beauty Advent Calendar 2026 is worth considering for beauty fans who enjoy discovering new brands and experimenting with different skincare and make-up products. The 24-piece collection brings together several of Lumene's ranges, with enough variety to appeal to people interested in everything from hydration-focused skincare to everyday make-up essentials.

My verdict is that the Lumene Nordic Beauty Advent Calendar is a tempting option if discovering new beauty products is your main priority. It offers a varied introduction to the brand and combines skincare with make-up in a way that makes the daily countdown feel more varied. However, if you would rather get longer-term use out of every product, I would compare it with other calendars before deciding whether it is the right choice for you.

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