Every year, beauty advent calendars are among the most anticipated gifts of the season. Opening a small door each day is a pleasure in itself. But once the calendar is open, many people end up with a collection of products they're not quite sure how to use, or in what order.
Here's how to choose a calendar that suits your skin, and how to make the most of what's inside.
The short answer: choose a calendar according to your skin's needs (hydration, radiance), the type of products it contains and the ingredients you may want to avoid. Once opened, don't try to use everything at once: integrate each product into your routine at the right step and at the right frequency. A cleanser and a day cream can be used daily, while an exfoliant or a mask is used occasionally.
How to Choose a Beauty Advent Calendar
- Your skin's needs. Is your skin rather dehydrated and tight, or does it mainly lack radiance? Many calendars are built around a theme. Choose the one that matches your priority.
- The type of products. Look at the balance between everyday products (cleanser, cream, serum) and treats (mask, perfume). A good calendar lets you discover a complete routine.
- The ingredients. If you have sensitivities or allergies, read the product information before buying.
- For yourself or as a gift. For a gift, a calendar suitable for all skin types is a safe choice.
A Different Countdown: Seven Days to the New Year
Our calendars work a little differently. Instead of counting down to Christmas, they contain seven surprises to open from December 25 to December 31, to prepare your skin for New Year's Eve. All seven are regular-size products or special editions, with no samples. You can also use them during the seven days leading up to any occasion of your choice: a wedding, a milestone birthday or a photo shoot. Both calendars are developed and made in Quebec.
Hydra-Glow Advent Calendar
For all skin types, especially dehydrated skin. Seven products on a hydration and radiance theme:
- Ultra-Gentle Cleansing Mousse: a hypoallergenic mousse that gently cleanses the face and eyes, and is safe for lash extensions.
- Enzymatic Fruit Exfoliant: a gentle exfoliant that refines the skin's texture and brings back radiance.
- Hydra Lumière Day Cream: a day cream on the calendar's hydration and radiance theme.
- Secret Glowing Eye Serum: a brightening eye serum for the look of dark circles and puffiness.
- Radieuse Perfume: a luminous floral fragrance.
- C+ Detox Intense Serum: a vitamin C serum that brightens and evens out the complexion.
- Ultimate Age-Defying Mask: a hydrating, anti-aging sheet mask.
Signature Advent Calendar
For all skin types, especially a complexion lacking radiance. New for 2026, seven Signature products to discover our iconic formulas:
- Face & Eye Cleansing Mousse: a hypoallergenic mousse with passion fruit that gently cleanses the face and eyes.
- Enzymatic Fruit Exfoliant: a gentle exfoliant that refines the skin's texture and brings back radiance.
- Vitamin C Day Cream: a vitamin C day cream for a more radiant-looking complexion.
- Enhancing Eye & Lip Serum: an eye serum that works on the look of puffiness and fine lines.
- Sublime Perfume: a sparkling floral fragrance.
- Face Vitamin C Serum: a vitamin C serum that brightens and evens out the complexion.
- Ultimate Age-Defying Mask: a hydrating, anti-aging sheet mask.
How to Use the Products in Your Calendar
Both calendars follow the same order: each day, you discover the same type of product. Only the day cream (December 27), the eye serum (December 28) and the perfume (December 29) differ from one calendar to the other. Here's how to use them over the week, and after.
December 25: the cleansing mousse
The same in both calendars. Start using it right away, morning and evening. Cleansing is the foundation of every routine, and you'll use it every day of the week.
December 26: the enzymatic exfoliant
The same in both calendars. Use it after cleansing, following the instructions on the product. An exfoliant isn't used daily: once or twice a week is generally enough. Read our guide on choosing the right exfoliant.
December 27: the day cream
Hydra Lumière Day Cream in the Hydra-Glow calendar, Vitamin C Day Cream in the Signature calendar. Apply it every morning as the last step of your routine.
December 28: the eye serum
Secret Glowing Eye Serum in the Hydra-Glow calendar, Enhancing Eye & Lip Serum in the Signature calendar. Tap a small amount gently around the eye contour, morning and evening, before your cream. To learn more, read our article on eye contour care.
December 29: the perfume
Radieuse in the Hydra-Glow calendar, Sublime in the Signature calendar. A touch of fragrance on the pulse points to accompany the festivities.
December 30: the vitamin C serum
The same in both calendars. Apply it in the morning after cleansing and before your day cream, to give your complexion a boost of radiance for the last days of the year. Read our article on vitamin C in skincare.
December 31: the sheet mask
The same in both calendars, and the perfect finishing touch before the evening: apply it on clean skin, relax for the recommended time, then gently massage in the remaining lotion before your makeup. Read our article on how to use sheet masks.
Our Tips for Getting the Most From Your Calendar
- Introduce new products gradually if your skin is sensitive, and test each one on a small area first.
- Respect the frequency of each product: daily for the cleanser and creams, occasionally for the exfoliant and mask.
- Keep using your favourites after the holidays to continue your routine.
Looking for other gift ideas? Explore our Holiday Gift Sets and all our beauty sets.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beauty Advent Calendars
Why do your calendars start on December 25?
Because they are designed as a countdown to the New Year: seven days to prepare your skin for the last evening of the year, after the Christmas festivities.
Are there samples in your calendars?
No. Each calendar contains seven surprises in regular sizes or special editions.
Can I use the calendar at another time of year?
Yes. You can open it during the seven days leading up to any special occasion, or use it to discover our products.
Which calendar should I choose for dehydrated skin?
The Hydra-Glow Advent Calendar is built around a hydration and radiance theme, suitable for all skin types and particularly for dehydrated skin.
Is an advent calendar a good gift if I don't know the person's skin type?
Yes. Both of our calendars are suitable for all skin types, which makes them an easy gift to give.
The Bottom Line
A beauty advent calendar is much more than a gift to unwrap: it's a chance to discover a complete routine. Choose it according to your skin's needs, integrate each product at the right step and at the right frequency, and the pleasure will last well beyond the last door.
Want help building your routine after the holidays?
A France Laure partner esthetician can assess your skin and recommend the products best suited to your needs.
