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The festive season is such a busy period, from social plans to shopping lists, so it’s really important to slow down and take some time to recharge. One way I’ve been upgrading my winter wellness routine is with the ESPA advent calendar, which brings a spa-like experience to your own bathroom.
Everything about the ESPA calendar unboxing feels indulgent, coming in a protective sleeve and a sturdy navy box that can easily be reused. Many of the products arrive in glass packaging, making them look as luxurious as they are to use – plus, the countdown features the full 25 doors, while many options this year have sneakily delivered only 24 drawers.
Priced at £175, it’s definitely among the pricier options I’ve unboxed, but consider it an investment in your skincare and wellness routine – one you will 100% thank yourself for. Inside, you’ll find 25 products, all worth over £435, meaning a saving of £260.
There are seven full-size products and 15 brand-new launches for 2025, making this year’s edition a great pick whether you’re a first time buyer, or have ordered the calendar in previous years. There’s a nice balance of skincare, haircare, bodycare, and even home fragrance, covering all angles of self-care.
ESPA’s skincare is one of the main reasons I look forward to this calendar every year. The lineup includes a mix of cult classics and new formulations, all designed to nourish and restore balance to the skin. Of the two cleansers, the Optimal Skin Cleansing Oil (30ml) has quickly become my favourite. The texture is silky and luxurious, melting away makeup while leaving the skin hydrated and glowing. It’s one of those products that makes your skincare routine feel like a professional facial.
Another standout is the Overnight Hydration Therapy (55ml) – thick, rich, and deeply nourishing. I love applying it in the evening and waking up to skin that feels soft and plumped. Other noteworthy skincare inclusions are the Tri-Active Regenerating Phyto Collagen Plumping Mask, the Clarifying Clay Mineral Mask, and the 24 Hour Replenishing Eye Moisturiser, each one perfect for lending skin a helping hand during the winter months.
I love that you can mix and match the products each day for a personalised routine. For the ultimate evening bath, you can light the Winter Spice Candle (70g) to create a cosy atmosphere. Maybe you’re feeling like your hair needs a detox? In which case, there’s the Pink Hair and Scalp Mud (30ml) for a deep condition. If you’re seeking a sumptuously scented soak, the Restful Bath Milk (100ml) fills the bathroom with notes of lavender, sage, and eucalyptus for a blissful experience.
Meanwhile, the Restorative Bath & Body Oil and Soothing Pulse Point Oil are perfect for unwinding at the end of a long day. And for those mornings when you need an energy boost, the Energising Bath & Shower Gel and Invigorating Body Reviver work beautifully together to uplift and kickstart the day.
Here’s everything inside the ESPA Wellness Advent Calendar:
- Clarifying Clay Mineral Mask 55ml
- Overnight Hydration Therapy 55ml
- 24 Hour Replenishing Eye Moisturiser 15ml
- Nourishing Lip Treatment 5ml
- Optimal Skin Nutrient Mist 50ml
- Optimal Pro-Glow Skin-Quenching Serum 30ml
- Optimal Skin Pro-Cleanser 30ml
- Tri-Active Regenerating Phyto Collagen Plumping Mask 30ml
- Optimal Skin Cleansing Oil 30ml
- Refining Skin Polish 15ml
- Tri-Active Resilience Pro Biome Moisturiser 15ml
- Tri-Active Resilience Pro Biome Serum 10ml
- Optimal Skin Pro-Serum 10ml
- Restful Bath Milk 100ml
- Invigorating Body Reviver 50ml
- Energising Bath & Shower Gel 30ml
- Rejuvenating Hand Cream 15ml
- Restorative Bath & Body Oil 15ml
- Muscle Rescue Balm 15g
- Soothing Pulse Point Oil 9ml
- Optimal Pro Hair Shampoo 50ml
- Optimal Pro Hair Conditioner 50ml
- Pink Hair and Scalp Mud 30ml
- Midnight Blue Silk Scrunchie
- Winter Spice Votive Candle 70g
Filled with an impressive mix of indulgent skincare and beautifully scented bodycare, ESPA’s wellness calendar is one of the most thoughtful countdowns you can buy this year.
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