21 best advent calendars for teens that are trending on TikTok
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Counting down to Christmas goes far beyond the chocolates you find behind perforated windows these days. 13-19 year-olds will tell you one the best advent calendars for teens is what they really want.
When us adults have beauty advent calendars packed with cult favourite skincare and makeup, jewellery advent calendars filled by the best jewellery brands, and alternative advent calendars stuffed with everything from alcohol to Lego to look forward to every year, who can blame them?
Whether you’re shopping for creative gifts for teen girls, teen boys, or tweens, these cleverly packaged sets are a fun, interactive way to build excitement all month long. Just don’t wait too long – many of this year’s most popular picks are already selling fast, and several of the limited-edition ones in our roundup are nearly gone.
How we test advent calendars
At Glamour, we take advent calendar testing seriously – because who wants a disappointing countdown to Christmas? We’ve enlisted our editors to open and review every teen-friendly advent calendar that lands on our desks, and we’ve been unboxing and testing since August, with new launches added throughout the season. We even scrolled TikTok to see which calendars are going viral among teens, so you know we’re keeping our finger on the pulse.
Why should you trust us
Our in-house shopping team doesn’t just write about products – we test them, review them, and live with them. We read through real customer reviews, speak directly to brand reps, and are often the first to see new launches, giving us a front-row seat to the latest drops. Our team of hands-on journalists – experts in beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and wellness – have been reviewing advent calendars and Christmas gifts for years, so we know exactly what to look for.
Ahead, the best advent calendars for teens in the UK 2025
At the moment, some of the most viral advent calendars for teens are the Leaper Advent Calendar, featuring a fun collection of cute and quirky figurines; Sephora’s collection advent calendar, ideal for teens on the hunt for the latest viral beauty must-haves, from skincare to makeup; and Anthropologie’s limited-edition Beauty Advent Calendar, which offers a carefully curated selection of premium beauty treats, perfect for those who enjoy a festive, Instagram-worthy countdown.
What are the different types of advent calendars?
Advent calendars have come a long way from the traditional chocolate-filled versions many of us remember from our childhood. Now there's something tailored for almost every interest and hobby. Jewellery advent calendars, for example, are a very popular choice for gifting, with each day revealing a piece of jewellery like rings, bracelets, or earrings. Beauty advent calendars are the most popular these days, packed with skincare, makeup, and pampering treats. There are also plenty of alternative advent calendars from food and drink advents to gourmet chocolates and teas to wines and craft beers.
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