We all know that shopping for a teen isn't easy at the best of times, but when it comes to Christmas, it's a question for a lot of parents: How do you keep the festive magic alive once your teens (and some tweens too) are no longer putting cookies and milk out for Santa Claus? Trust me, it doesn’t mean they can’t still get excited for Christmas - you can keep the excitement going with an advent calendar - and there are loads which are great for tweens and teens.
Whether they’re an avid Roblox player, obsessed with makeup or just a Pokemon nerd, there’s an advent calendar that’ll make December extra special. Pleasing a teen isn’t always easy, so we’ve hand-picked the best ones you can buy in 2025, just keep scrolling…
- Black Friday Editor's Pick: Benefit Glam Cube 24-Day Christmas Beauty Advent Calendar, £108 / $149
- Labubu lover: Leaper Cute Anime Christmas Countdown Calendar, £18 (SAVE 25%)
- Teenage girls: H&M Bath & Body Advent Calendar, £24 / $31.50 (SAVE 30%)
- Teenage boys: Lynx Ultimate 24-Day Advent Calendar Gift Set, £79.99
- Chocolate: Tony's Countdown Advent Calendar, £12.60 / $51.90
- Video gamer: Funko 'Fortnight' Advent Calendar, £105 / $199
- Teen Potterheads: Harry Potter Potions Advent Calendar, £66 / $96
- TikTok obsessed: P Louise Advent Calendar, £250 / $420
Our Senior Lifestyle Editor Karen Silas is the mum of a teen and has other teens in her extended family. So she knows the struggle. “Choosing an advent calendar for teens or tweens is as much as a minefield as picking out a gift for them,” she says. “No matter what, you’re always in danger of being ‘cringe’.
© Leanne Bayley“So if you want to avoid eye rolls, in my experience, there are some surefire hits: snack food advent calendars, like popcorn or Pringles – and my older teen son likes a good tea advent – inexpensive jewellery and beauty Christmas countdowns, or an advent calendar with a nod to their interests, like Marvel, will do the trick.”
How we chose the best advent calendars for teenagers for 2025
- Price: We wanted to cater to all budgets in this gift guide, from those wanting a budget advent calendar to those with a bit more to spend.
- Personal experience: Several of the HELLO! team, myself included, are parents or tweens and teens with years of experience of buying advent calendars. We've included the tried and tested calendars we love, and we're constantly reviewing new releases.
- Reviews: Where it wasn't possible to try the advent calendars ourselves, we only included options with a high volume of positive reviews from verified shoppers
- Variety: Some teens are into makeup and jewellery, others are into Pokemon or gaming. We tried to include something for everyone in our gift guide to suit young tweens and older teens.
Best advent calendars for teens in 2025
1/19
Benefit Glam Cube 24-Day Christmas Beauty Advent Calendar
© Benefit- Number of doors: 24
- Contents: A mix of makeup, skincare and limited edition products including a hair scrunchie
Why we rate it for teens: How cool is the Glam Cube Advent Calendar? Each twist reveals a full-size, mini or fun-size Benefit surprise that'll give your teen's beauty routine a major twist. Spin, flip & unlock your way to the ultimate beauty wins.
2/19
Lynx Ultimate 24-Day Advent Calendar Gift Set
© Lynx- Number of doors: 24
- Contents: Lynx Africa, Sunset Fresh, Epic Fresh and Black Body Washes are included. You've also got more premium products, including the Cherry Spritz and Black Vanilla.
Why we rate it for teens: Beauty advents aren't just for teenage girls, if you're after a beauty advent for your teenage son, this is the ideal one to gift. It includes 13 full-size and three travel-size Lynx products plus eight gift items.
3/19
Ted Baker 24 Days Of Treats
© Ted Baker- Number of doors: 24
- Contents: Bath and body products from Ted Baker's range, including shower gel, moisteriser and fragrances.
Why we rate it for teens: I love that there are some quirky gifts within this bespoke 24-day advent calendar. Filled with deluxe, full-sized and limited edition beauty and bathing treats to indulge in from head to toe. Housed in a special keepsake tin for you to enjoy and reuse, this is the gift that keeps on giving.
4/19
The Glitz is e.l.f.ing Glitzing 24-Day Advent Calendar
© Elf Cosmetics- Number of doors: 24
- Contents: A mix of makeup, skincare and limited edition holiday shades
Why we rate it for teens: There's no doubt about it, e.l.f is a hit with teenagers, and this advent calendar is more reasonable than some of the other options. In fact, every door reveals a different makeup or skincare e.l.f. essential or pro-worthy tool. It's the gift that keeps on glitzing all season long.
5/19
Labubu Cute Anime Christmas Countdown Calendar
© Labubu- Number of doors: 24
- Contents: Limited-edition blind box figures plus the chance for secret ultra-rare chases
Why we rate it for teens: The crazy for Labubu isn't slowing down and now your teen can enjoy the enchanting world of Labubu daily! This exclusive advent calendar features 24 mini doors hiding limited-edition blind box figures – unveil a new whimsical surprise every day from December 1st to Christmas Eve.
6/19
H&M Bath & Body Advent Calendar
© H&M- Number of doors: 24
- Contents: Wellness goodies
Why we rate it for teens: It’s amazing value, with 24 wellness treats for £22.99 / $29.99 - which works out as either less than a pound or $1.25 per item. It includes a selection of lip balms, bath confetti, bath sales and plenty more that teens will love.
I’ve been patiently waiting for the 2025 version of this advent calendar to go on sale so I can snap one up for my daughter - and here it is! It quickly sold out last year, so if you have a teen who loves bath/shower products, run don’t walk!
7/19
Astrid & Miyu Jewellery Advent Calendar
© Astrid & Miyu- Number of doors: 12
- Contents: Jewellery
Why we rate it for teens: This might be one of the more expensive options in this list, but jewellery is a great option if that's what your teen is interested in.
The 12 Day Advent Calendar comes in gold or silver and is packed with 11 exclusive jewels, including one titanium piercing stud, and a £50 Astrid & Miyu voucher to spend online or in-store to choose your final piece.
8/19
Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Advent Calendar
© Charlotte Tilbury- Number of doors: 12
- Contents: Makeup, skincare
Why we rate it for teens: Charlotte Tilbury is a hit with teenagers right now, and this gold treasure chest of dreams will make the teen girl in your life squeal with glee. This advent calendar contains five full-sized icons and seven minis inside.
9/19
Tony's Countdown Advent Calendar
© Tony's- Number of doors: 24
- Contents: Tony's Chocolonely
Why we rate it for teens: Chocolate advent calendars might seem a little 'babyish' according to your teenager - but I think they'd be pretty happy with the Tony's Chocolonely advent. Packed with 24 individually wrapped mini treats ranging from hazelnut to white chocolate, these tasty treats will make the days in December whizz past. Oh, and the best news? The Dutch label is completely FairTrade and cruelty-free.
10/19
Funko Advent Calendar - Fortnite
© Funko- Number of doors: 24
- Contents: Mini Funko Vinyl figures of some of Fortnite’s best-loved characters, - including Fishstick, Peely, Rabbit Raider and more
Why we rate it for teens: No advent calendar teen guide would be complete without a Fortnite calendar - and I say this as a mum of a tween myself who has asked for this very calendar to countdown to Christmas 2025. The figures, being Funko Pop, are extremely well made and detailed, and make a great little collection for them to put in their cave - I mean bedroom.
11/19
Soap & Glory The House Of Glory! 24 Day Advent Calendar
© Soap & Glory- Number of doors: 24
- Contents: Bodycare favourites including its special edition Berry & Bright scent
Why we rate it for teens: Soap & Glory’s new 24-day advent calendar is absolutely packed with iconic bath and beauty treats to make every day feel fabulous and add a little sparkle to the season. It's great value, too.
12/19
H&M Advent Makeup Calendar
© H&M- Number of doors: 24
- Contents: Makeup products from H&M’s range, including lip gloss, mascara and a body mist.
Why we rate it for teens: It’s a lot cheaper than most beauty advents out there, and H&M’s makeup is perfect for teens. You can be sure that all the picks are on trend, and good for anyone who’s just started experimenting with makeup and beauty products, as everything inside will be easy to use and beginner-friendly. The pink and gold present design is super cute too.
13/19
Electronic Games Advent Calendar by EIGHT
© EIGHT- Number of windows: 24
- Contents: Kits to build electronic retro games
Any teens who love retro games will adore this advent calendar - behind each door is an electronic kit to build one of 24 different electronic games. They’re easy to assemble, with all the components and relevant wiring included. Whack a Mole, Ping Pong, Code Breaker and more are included. The kits start off easy then increase in difficulty as December progresses. By the end you might just have a teen who’s interested in engineering and electronics, which is never a bad thing!
14/19
P Louise Cruising Home For Christmas Advent Calendar 2025
© P.Louise- Number of doors: 25
- Contents: Beauty and skincare treats
Why we rate it for teens: If your teen is into makeup and skincare, and a lover of TikTok, the P Louise advent calendar will certainly be on their radar. Now, be warned, this is one hell of a calendar.
Housed in a huge limited-edition squeal-worthy design this calendar is packed with exclusive P. Louise goodies to unwrap and enjoy every day of December.
15/19
National Geographic Gemstone Advent Calendar 2024
- Number of doors: 24
- Contents: A new gem every day of December - 24 stunning specimens including agate, green aventurine, hematite, sodalite, turquenite, tiger's eye, blue calcite and more. There's an extra special gem to dig out on the final day, and five jewellery settings so your teen can make their own unique jewellery with the gems. There's also a pouch to keep the gems in.
Why do we rate it for teens? You get a lot for your money with this one - and the gems are beautiful, and make beautiful decorative pieces for your teen's room. They'll outlast the contents of many other advent calendars for teens which are on the market.
16/19
Space NK 12 Days of Fragrance Advent Calendar
© Space NKNumber of doors: 12
Contents: Expect some of the biggest fragrance brands inside, including Diptyque, Glossier, and Byredo, and lots more teen faves.
Why do we rate it for teens? We all know the teen girls love Space NK - it's the beauty mecca they all worship.
There are 12 joyful beauty treats hidden behind the 12 doors. With 3 full-size beauty products from some of our all-time favourite brands. It goes without saying this is the brand's best beauty advent calendar to date.
17/19
Friends: The One with the Surprises Advent Calendar
© Amazon- Number of doors: 25
- Contents: Friends-themed keepsakes and trinkets ranging from fun ornaments and gift tags to classic Friends-inspired recipe cards and pins.
Why we rate it for teens: The majority of teens seem to love Friends, so this cute advent calendar is perfect. It’s highly rated at Amazon, with an impressive 66% star rating, and die-hard Friends fans give it a massive thumbs up in the reviews section. If you’re looking for an inexpensive Christmas countdown to make your teen smile each day as they remember their fave episodes, it ticks all the boxes.
18/19
The Carat Shop - Official Harry Potter Potions Advent Calendar
© The Carat Shop- Number of windows: 24
- Contents: Officially licenced Harry Potter-themed jewellery and accessories including a Golden Snitch necklace, Christmas tree bauble, bookmark, pens and more.
Why we rate it for teens: Few are the teens who don’t love Harry Potter - and if you have one in the family, this is a great option. It’s not cheap, but the items are high quality, and multiple reviews say it’s definitely worth the money. While we’re not totally ruling out boys liking jewellery and hair ties, the contents are traditionally more geared towards girls, so bear that in mind before you order…
19/19
Pokémon Trading Card Game Advent Calendar
© PokemonNumber of doors: 25
Contents: Eight foil promo cards with a festive stamp, five Pokémon TCG booster packs, seven Pokémon TCG 3-card fun packs, two Pokémon coins, two colourful sticker sheets, and one sidekick dangler featuring Pikachu and Glaceon. Oh, and you get a code card for Pokémon TCG Live.
Why do we rate it? This was top of my tween’s wish list last year and he absolutely loved it. He "got a lot of rares" which he quickly put away in special sleeves. You actually get a lot for your money considering a single pack will set you back £10 / $10 on average, and I love you get 25 days of surprises, instead of 24.
What are the trending advent calendar for teens in 2025
HELLO!'s Shopping Editor Leanne Bayley predicts the Labubu Leaper Cute Anime Christmas Countdown Calendar will be hugely popular this year with the teen girl market. "I've seen the queues for Labubus and it's usually full of teen girls," Leanne says. "There are 24 mini doors hiding limited-edition blind box figures - I'm even excited for them!"
She added: "If it's chocolate you're after, the Tony's Chocolate Advent Calendar is perfect for teens, or if they like sweets the Candy Kittens Advent could be a good shout."
