The Space NK Advent Calendar 2023 has launched, and it’s an absolute standout for beauty lovers this year. Priced at £235 and offering a value of over £1,000, it brings together an incredible mix of skincare, haircare, makeup, and bodycare favourites from some of the most sought-after brands. With 33 products hidden behind 25 doors — including 19 full-sized items — it’s no surprise this calendar is already topping wishlists.
The design feels festive yet elevated, with vibrant colours and thoughtfully designed drawers that make unboxing easy and satisfying. This year’s curation feels both generous and exciting, filled with products that are both iconic staples and exciting new discoveries. Let’s dive into every beautiful detail inside.
Day 1 – Dr. Barbara Sturm Cleanser – Worth £50
The calendar opens with a bang, featuring the Dr. Barbara Sturm Cleanser in a full-size 150ml bottle worth £50. This gentle foaming cleanser uses soothing ingredients like aloe vera and panthenol to cleanse the skin thoroughly without disrupting its natural balance.
Lightweight and luxurious, the Dr. Barbara Sturm Cleanser creates a soft foam that lifts away impurities while leaving the complexion feeling calm, refreshed, and ready for the next steps in your routine. Starting with a full-size product from such a premium brand sets an exciting tone for what’s to come.
Day 2 – Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo and No.5 Conditioner – Worth £28
Haircare essentials appear early with a duo from Olaplex tucked behind the next drawer. The Bond Maintenance Shampoo and Conditioner (100ml each) offer everything needed to strengthen, repair, and protect hair prone to damage or dryness.
Both formulas feature the brand’s signature bond-building technology, with nourishing ingredients like sunflower seed oil and apricot kernel extract. Having both shampoo and conditioner together is a thoughtful touch — it allows for a full trial of the system, delivering softer, shinier hair with regular use.
Day 3 – Charlotte Tilbury Bigger Brighter Eyes Palette – Worth £45
A real showstopper arrives early with the inclusion of the Charlotte Tilbury Bigger Brighter Eyes Exagger-Eyes Palette. This full-size quad features four flattering neutral shades designed to prime, enlarge, define, and enhance the eyes, creating a bright, wide-awake effect.
The buttery textures and subtle shimmer make it easy to build from everyday polished looks to something more festive. It’s a classic Charlotte Tilbury piece, and a beautiful addition to any makeup bag for the season ahead.
Day 4 – Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Cream (30ml) – Worth £33
Another skincare gem appears next with the Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Cream. Rich without being heavy, this cult-favourite moisturiser blends six African oils and ceramides to nourish the skin and reinforce the moisture barrier.
The velvety texture melts into the skin, delivering lasting hydration and a plumper, more radiant finish. It’s ideal for layering into winter routines when skin needs a little extra love.
Day 5 – Sunday Riley C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum (15ml) – Worth £35
Vitamin C lovers will be excited to see the Sunday Riley C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum included next. This rich, creamy serum works to boost radiance, even out skin tone, and defend against environmental damage, all while hydrating the skin.
Packed with a potent 15% vitamin C, it’s a fab addition to morning routines — leaving the complexion visibly brighter and more resilient over time.
Day 6 – Hourglass Confession Ultra Slim Lipstick "At Night" – Worth £35
The makeup lineup continues to impress with the Hourglass Confession Ultra Slim High-Intensity Lipstick in the shade "At Night." This full-size lipstick offers a beautifully deep, sultry red with a creamy, hydrating formula that glides effortlessly across the lips.
The sleek gold packaging and refillable design add an extra touch of luxury, while the shade itself is perfect for festive evenings or a bold winter look.
Day 7 – Farmacy Green Clean Cleansing Balm (50ml) – Worth £24
Farmacy’s Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm adds a skincare staple into the mix. This gentle balm-to-oil cleanser melts away even stubborn makeup without stripping or drying the skin.
With papaya enzymes and a nourishing blend of oils, the formula leaves the skin clean, soft, and refreshed. The inclusion of a spatula also keeps the application hygienic and easy — a thoughtful detail that adds to the experience.
Day 8 – NIOD Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex (15ml) – Worth £30
Hydration is front and centre again with the NIOD Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex. This lightweight serum combines multiple forms of hyaluronic acid to deliver hydration at every level of the skin.
A few drops are all that's needed to plump fine lines and restore a dewy, youthful glow, making it a versatile serum for any routine, morning or night.
Day 9 – Rose Inc Ultra Black Lash Lift Serum Mascara and Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Liquid Liner – Worth £42
Two full-size eye essentials are paired together next, creating the perfect festive duo. The Rose Inc Ultra-Black Lash Lift Serum Mascara strengthens and defines lashes while nourishing with peptides and argan oil. Meanwhile, the Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Matte Liquid Liner offers precise, long-wearing definition with an ultra-fine brush tip.
Together, they create a complete eye look — from fluttery lashes to sharp, smudge-proof lines — ideal for everything from everyday wear to Christmas party glam.
Day 10 – Naturium Niacinamide 12% + Zinc 2% Serum – Worth £18
Balance and clarity come next with the Naturium Niacinamide Serum 12% + Zinc 2%. Designed to refine pores, reduce redness, and regulate oil production, this full-size serum is perfect for calming stressed or blemish-prone skin.
Its lightweight texture absorbs quickly without any stickiness, making it ideal for layering under moisturiser or SPF. It’s a thoughtful addition to the calendar, offering a serious skincare boost without overwhelming the routine.
Day 11 – Tula Glow & Get It Cooling and Brightening Eye Balm – Worth £29
There’s something refreshingly different with the inclusion of the Tula Glow & Get It Cooling & Brightening Eye Balm. Presented in a handy stick format, this balm instantly cools and brightens the under-eye area, delivering a subtle champagne-toned glow.
Formulated with caffeine, hyaluronic acid, and blueberry, it can be applied both under and over makeup, offering an instant wake-up call for tired eyes throughout the day.
Day 12 – Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray and Bread Hair Oil Everyday Gloss – Worth £25.50
Haircare gets another spotlight moment with two clever miniatures. First up, the Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray returns with its signature humidity-proofing technology, ensuring smooth, sleek hair even in damp conditions.
Alongside it, the Bread Hair Oil Everyday Gloss offers a lightweight way to add shine, smooth frizz, and nourish dry strands. Together, these two make the perfect team for keeping winter hair looking polished and healthy.
Day 13 – Nécessaire The Body Serum – Worth £46
Hydration takes another luxurious step with the Nécessaire The Body Serum. This lightweight, fast-absorbing gel-serum delivers five molecular weights of hyaluronic acid deep into the skin, providing multi-layer hydration without any greasiness.
Ideal for layering under a moisturiser or using alone, it’s a brilliant upgrade for bodycare routines, especially as the colder months set in.
Day 14 – Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask (64g) – Worth £49
A firm favourite for stressed skin, the Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask is the next highlight. Rich in niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, this multitasking mask quenches dehydrated skin, soothes irritation, and restores a healthy glow.
It can be used as an overnight mask, a quick 10-minute treatment, or even as a nourishing day cream. The versatility and effectiveness make it a true staple for winter skincare.
Day 15 – Kosas Wet Lip Oil Gloss, 19/99 Precision Colour Pencil, Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask – Worth £60
The curation then shifts back to lips with a gorgeous trio of products. First is the Kosas Wet Lip Oil Gloss in "Exposed," delivering a juicy wash of colour with hydrating, non-sticky shine.
It’s joined by the 19/99 Precision Colour Pencil in "Neutra," a soft, neutral-toned liner that works beautifully to define or even wear alone for a natural look. To finish, the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask in Chocolate adds rich, overnight nourishment with a sweet cocoa twist — a must-have for soft, supple lips.
Day 16 – Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Moisturiser, Eve Lom Rescue Mask, 111Skin Rose Gold Illuminating Eye Masks – Worth £77.50
Skincare fans are treated again with a trio featuring the Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Moisturiser, Eve Lom Rescue Mask, and 111Skin Rose Gold Illuminating Eye Masks.
The Biossance moisturiser offers lightweight hydration with brightening benefits, pairing well with the Eve Lom Rescue Mask, which uses kaolin clay and camphor to deeply cleanse and refresh the skin. Completing the set, the 111Skin Eye Masks are perfect for reviving tired, puffy under-eyes — ideal during busy party season mornings.
Day 17 – Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster – Worth £40
Another treatment-focused item appears next with the Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster. This lightweight serum targets redness, uneven tone, and blemishes without irritation, making it suitable even for sensitive skin.
It’s a versatile booster that can be applied alone or mixed with moisturisers, adding flexibility depending on what your skin needs each day.
Day 18 – Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Set + Refresh Spray (50ml) – Worth £20
The Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Set + Refresh Spray is a clever dual-phase mist that locks in makeup while refreshing and hydrating the skin. With blue agave extract and hemp-derived ingredients, it creates a dewy, fresh finish without disturbing foundation or powder.
Perfect for setting makeup in the morning or reviving the look later in the day, it’s an excellent staple for both winter dryness and busy schedules.
Day 19 – Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist (40ml) – Worth £48
There’s a moment of real luxury with the full-size Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist. Beloved for its ability to hydrate and refresh without feeling heavy, this mist is infused with Okinawa red algae, hyaluronic acid, and botanical extracts.
It can be used before makeup for added glow, or after foundation to revive and perfect the complexion throughout the day. A beautiful addition to any beauty ritual, and a definite winter skin saviour.
Day 20 – JVN Complete Instant Recovery Serum – Worth £25
The calendar also brings full-size haircare with the JVN Complete Instant Recovery Serum. This creamy leave-in protects hair against heat damage, reduces split ends, and adds a polished, silky feel to freshly styled hair.
Formulated with hemisqualane and niacinamide, it strengthens strands from the inside out while helping lock in moisture. A great option for those who love to heat style without compromising hair health.
Day 21 – Malin + Goetz Vitamin B5 Body Moisturiser and Erborian Skin Hero – Worth £29
Bodycare and skincare come together beautifully with the Malin + Goetz Vitamin B5 Body Moisturiser and the Erborian Skin Hero. The Vitamin B5 Body Moisturiser offers a lightweight yet deeply hydrating formula that absorbs quickly, leaving the skin feeling soft and replenished without any greasiness.
Alongside it, the Erborian Skin Hero works as a non-tinted complexion perfector, helping to blur imperfections and even out skin texture over time. Powered by Korean white ginseng and retexturizing enzymes, it provides a natural ‘your-skin-but-better’ finish that improves with continued use.
Day 22 – Kate Somerville Goat Milk Moisturising Cleanser – Worth £38
For cleansing, the Kate Somerville Goat Milk Moisturising Cleanser provides a creamy, gentle formula designed to remove makeup and impurities without stripping the skin. It’s enriched with goat milk proteins and soothing Manuka honey, making it ideal for those with dry or sensitive skin.
While it won’t suit those with dairy sensitivities, it remains a favourite for many thanks to its comforting texture and ability to leave skin soft, calm, and nourished after every wash.
Day 23 – Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 – Worth £66
Retinol makes an appearance next with the Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6, one of the brand’s most-loved products. Offering a next-generation form of vitamin A, it delivers faster, visible results compared to traditional retinol, helping to improve skin texture, diminish fine lines, and promote a clearer, more youthful complexion.
The encapsulated formula ensures minimal irritation, making it a great choice for anyone looking to introduce a powerful but skin-friendly retinoid into their evening routine.
Day 24 – Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream (15ml) – Worth £71
Christmas Eve brings a serious treat with the Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream. Known for its cult status and luxurious feel, The Rich Cream uses TFC8® technology to support cell renewal, enhance hydration, and improve overall skin health.
Even in this smaller 15ml size, it delivers a rich, nourishing experience perfect for night-time rituals — a beautiful way to end the skincare journey before Christmas Day.
Day 25 – Boy Smells Hinoki Fantôme Candle (85g) – Worth £15.50
The final day of the calendar offers a cosy moment with the Boy Smells Hinoki Fantôme Candle. This chic, smoky scent blends notes of resinous hinoki wood, cardamom, jasmine, and moss, creating a grounding atmosphere perfect for winter evenings.
Although it’s not a full-size candle, the 85g version still offers several luxurious burns, wrapping up the advent experience on a warm, fragrant note.
Space NK has truly delivered one of the most impressive beauty advent calendars of the year. With 33 products tucked inside 25 drawers — including an incredible 19 full-sized items — it feels both generous and exciting from start to finish.
The curation leans heavily toward skincare, with plenty of luxurious treatments, cult favourites, and a few beautiful makeup moments sprinkled in. Standouts like the Charlotte Tilbury Eyeshadow Palette, Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask, Dr. Barbara Sturm Cleanser, and the Augustinus Bader Rich Cream bring serious value to the calendar, making it feel well worth the £235 investment.
Whether you’re a skincare obsessive or simply someone who loves to try new products from premium brands, this calendar captures the magic of unboxing beautifully. Thoughtful, exciting, and packed with real heavy-hitters — it’s an easy 10/10.
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