Although I vowed not to talk Christmas before November there are times when you have to make an exception to the rule. In this case, it's to share the just launched Tili Beauty Advent Calendar, one I truly believe far exceeds its rivals both on the quality of products you receive and the price!
This 24-drawer wonder is one of the best beauty advent calendars I've come across this year because it's not extravagantly priced (yes, I'm looking all the brands releasing £100+ beauty calendars this year), contains a lot of familiar beauty and skincare brands and importantly takes you right up to Christmas Eve.
With treats from Tarte, Pixi, Nails Inc, Philosophy, Becca, Liz Earle and many more this truly is the Beauty Advent Calendar for Christmas 2017! Read on to discover its full contents...
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Let's get into the contents!*
*As I'm fully aware that some people may not want spoilers (hence why I've resisted showing the products in the calendar to a minimum in the above main image) please be warned that below I will be sharing the entirety of the Tili advent calendar! I also can't guarantee QVC won't be visibly sharing the contents on their product page!
DAY 1: Becca First Light Priming Filter Instant Complexion Refresh (6ml)
To start we have a stunning Becca primer that although appears lavender toned actually applies translucent and transforms the skin into something brighter and fresher looking. I actually own the full-size product (you can read my thoughts on it here) and can only describe it as face glow in a bottle without the shimmer. Perfect for the winter months under foundation!
DAY 2: Caudalie Divine Oil for body, face and hair (15ml)
A nice multi-purpose oil here that smells absolutely gorgeous and feels glorious on the skin. It's also a good size sample and is a mini version of the full size, so it comes in a weighty glass bottle. I've used and loved this in the past, especially on damp hair before blow-drying and even on cuticles and dry skin. Another quality product from an established well-known French pharmacy brand.
DAY 3: Percy & Reed Perfectly Perfecting Wonder Balm (30ml)
Behind day 3 we have a miniture leave-in balm for the hair. Percy & Reed is a pretty good brand and having used this balm before, which feels more like a gel-serum, I can say it works well and is especially good for using with styling tools as it makes curls and straightened hair last longer. It also has an interesting subtle spearmint scent to it which although reminds me of toothpaste is still nice and quite refreshing.
DAY 4: Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser (30ml)
Whether you've tried this iconic cream cleanser or not I'm pretty sure most people will be thrilled when they open their day 4 drawer. This is a cult favourite for a reason - because it simply works! Perfect for travelling with or trying out for the first this is a lovely product to be included in the Tili Advent Calendar. Plus it comes with a muslin cloth that you can use with other cleansers!
DAY 5: Ultrasun Lip Protection SPF 30 (full size)
A high SPF lip balm in a Christmas beauty advent calendar? I'm not sure about this one. I mean unless you have a skiing trip or winter sun holiday booked then this isn't something you will want to try out anytime soon. I would preferred to see a nourishing lip balm here suitable for dry winter lips. Unless I've missed a trick I'd say day 5 is a bit of a flop!
DAY 6: Perricone MD Hydrating Cloud Cream (7.5ml)
Thankfully day 6 makes up for the previous day as this is a miniature size of a pretty premium face cream (we are talking around the £60 mark!). Unless you find you are allergic to one of the ingredients this is face cream that will suit all skin types and will add a good boost of hydration to the skin. Silky and ultra light to apply, like a cloud, and instantly plumping this feels like a drink to the skin - amazing stuff!
DAY 7: bareMinerals Shadow Quickie Cream Eyeshadow Stick in Pewter (1.4g)
Day 7 brings the first proper makeup item within the calendar which I'm sure many will be glad about. This eyeshadow stick ticks all the boxes, creamy, shimmery, long lasting and importantly in a universally flattering neutral tone. A really lovely product for upcoming Christmas parties and sparkly makeup looks. Yet another established brand that I'm sure most people will recognise and want to instantly try out.
DAY 8: Bio-Extracts HA Hydro Boost (5ml)
Another hydrating skincare item here again that will suit all skin types, even oily ones. With a mini glass pipette, this Hyaluronic Acid serum glides over the skin, providing instant hydration and feeling so soothing. In fact, I love this so much I think I will consider purchasing it full size once I've finished my current NIOD HA Complex. The only thing I will say that it is a pretty small sample that will be only last around a week at most.
DAY 9: Evolve Organic Beauty Radiant Glow (sample pot)
As a huge face mask fan I'm very much on the fence with what day 9 has to offer. Yes, an organic face mask that smells like chocolate is pretty lovely but it truly is the smallest sample so much so I'm wondering if it will be enough for a full face application. Also, the sample jar is, well, a sample jar, no frills and very reminiscent of free samples you often get with skincare orders. If you are someone that uses face masks then it's a pretty okay drawer and you will swoon over the scent. If you aren't then I can imagine this drawer will be a letdown.
DAY 10: Korres Golden Krocus Ageless Saffron Elixir (4ml)
Another facial skincare item for day 10 from established and highly rated Greek brand, Korres. Again this is sadly a small sample but at least it's perfectly packaged in a glass vial with a pretty unique targeted pipette applicator that I already plan to re-use with a caffeine eye serum. For my oily/combination skin, this is a bit too tacky feeling but normal to dry skin types should really enjoy using this.
DAY 11: Murad AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (30ml)
It seems like we're on a bit of a run with all things skin with day 11 being the fourth day for skin care. But thankfully we have a cleanser and it's a liquid one so this could be used as a 2nd cleanse along with Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish to double cleanse in the evening. Perfect for most skin types (with the BHA it may be slightly drying on very dry skin) and for all ages this looks like a pretty interesting cleanser, especially if you are wanting to exfoliate the skin without a manual scrub.
DAY 12: Doll 10 Hydragel Lipstick in Diva (full size)
Finally back to makeup... and with a full-size item (worth £16)! Of course, some may be totally new to Doll 10 but those that love the Tili beauty box will probably know them for their wonderfully formulated velvet liquid lipsticks. New to this makeup brand or not you can be assured that this is a quality lip product that will suit all skin tones. Really pleased with day 12!
DAY 13: Molton Brown Pink Pepperpod Body Wash (50ml)
On day 13 you can expect a total treat with a good size mini of a Molten Brown body wash. Molton Brown go above and beyond what you would expect from a shower gel/body wash with only a little required for luxurious foam to form. This is also a body wash that scents the skin past getting out of the shower and does linger which is really nice.
DAY 14: Marula Pure Marula Facial Oil (5ml)
I truly believe all skin types can include a facial oil into their skincare routine in the colder months, whether that be used alone on drier skin or by mixing a few drops with your face cream of choice. This is another sample on the smaller side but for once I don't mind as the oil looks rich and so little is needed that this will last you quite a long time. I'm totally new to using marula oil but found out it's good for reducing redness while nourishing, healing and improving skin elasticity. Marula Oil also helps reduce water loss and increases the smoothness of skin. I'm excited to try this out mixed with my favourite nightly moisturiser.
DAY 15: Nails Inc Nail Polish in Chelsea Green (full size)
With only 10 days until Christmas day drawer no.10 is totally spoiling us with a full size and very weight Nails Inc nail polish - just yes! Not only does this retail for £14 but it comes in such a festive yet wearable everyday shade. There isn't much more to say about this one other that - whoop! Gotta' love a Nails Inc nail polish.
DAY 16: Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream (15ml)
Elemis' Pro-Collagen range is one of my skincare favourites so day 16 is pleasing me! Lightweight yet nourishing and not to mention gorgeously scented I have a feeling a lot of people will be putting this cream on their Christmas list once they try it.
DAY 17: Rituals Fresh Eucalyptus & Rosemary Foaming Shower Gel (50ml)
Next up a nice foaming shower gel from Rituals. For me, foaming body wash adds a pampering aspect to a shower and my skin loves it. Eucalyptus isn't personally a scent I enjoy (this smells too medicinal for me) so it will be the first product I'll be passing onto someone that will use it.
DAY 18: Gatineau Mild Enzymatic Exfoliator (15ml)
Onto another skincare product... which may be overkill for some, but at least we have an interesting enzyme exfoliator here. With a sweet orange scent and the appeal of instantly smooth skin, I decided to try this product straight away. On application, it applies as a thick gel but within seconds of massaging it over the face it transforms into a silky oil that's just lovely. Easily washed off this revealed super soft skin that did look brighter, however, my skin did feel slightly tight which isn't something I'm used to as I generally chemical exfoliate with either Glycolic or Lactic acid. Effective yet maybe too potent or fragranced.
DAY 19: Jay Manuel The Ultimate Lip Stain in Smile (full size)
Another lip product day - my fav! Another pretty lip colour here in a crayon style which glides over the lips giving them a vivid hot pink hue. I haven't worn this all day yet so can't report on how well it lasts but it definitely feels comfortable on the lips and has amazing pigmentation without feeling thick or waxy.
DAY 20: AD Skin Synergy Nourishing Night Treatment Aromatic Facial Oil (10ml)
Another facial oil? I'm not too sure any beauty advent calendar needs two face oils, especially as they last so long and not everyone uses them. That said this is for night time use to it is slightly heavier and a good option for dry or ageing skin.
DAY 21: Philosophy Amazing Grace Shampoo, Bath & Shower Gel (30ml)
Next up we have a lovely Philosophy shower gel in their top scent. Amazing Grace is one of my favourites, in fact, I own the fragrance, so I was very pleased to see this behind drawer 21. If you like clean scents that make you think of fresh laundry then you will love this. Although a travel size this should last some time as only a little is needed to create a lather. A really nice product!
DAY 22: Vita Liberata Body Blur (7ml)
Quite a few beauty advent calendars this year contain fake tan and if I'm honest I think they are a bit of a filler type product as winter isn't really a time most people think to fake tan. So I'm glad Tili haven't joined the club but gone for a skin-perfecting product instead. This wash-off skin tint can be applied to the face, decollete and limbs to minimise blemishes and cover imperfections. Definitely one to try out over the festive period however sadly not a universal shade only suiting fair to medium skin tones. I'm looking forward to trying this out!
DAY 23: Pixi Flawless & Poreless Face Primer (15ml)
Christmas eve ever has a lovely face primer from Pixi. With Pixi being beyond popular this year but mainly for their Glow Tonic it's refreshing to see something different. This primer boasts being oil-free, hydrating and for all skin types so pretty much anyone can enjoy this product. Applying with an ashy nude tint this sheers out to a translucent light balm feel to the skin. It also has a grip to it which suggests it will extend makeup wear time. This advent calendar really does have all the top beauty brands ticked!
DAY 24: Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-hour Highlighter in Stunner (deluxe sample
Lastly, the final drawer marking Christmas Eve is something pretty special - a deluxe sample of Tarte highlighter! If you're a Tili or QVC beauty fan then you will most likely know and love Tarte cosmetics. Although I am thrilled with this product I think Tili may have missed a trick and could have given a full-size product on the last day, even with the Nails Inc Nail Polish! That said this is such a lovely product and again, one that will suit all skin tones - Tili have definitely done well on the universal shades front with their first ever beauty advent calendar.
Overall I think this is one of the stronger beauty advent calendars under £50, offering some top beauty and skincare brands. My only criticism would be that out of 24 products, only 4 products are full size and Christmas Eve is sadly a mini/travel size, which while I love it I would have preferred something full size. I also feel it was a tad heavy on the anti-ageing/facial oil front. That said I will be using everything bar 3 products which is pretty good going!
Though this beauty advent calendar was kindly received prior to it's launch for the purpose of this post this is genuinely the beauty advent calendar I would have spent my money on as it simply contains some of the nicest beauty treats from so many well-known brands and is pretty affordable when it comes to the more luxury beauty advents available this year!
Let me know if you will be treating yourself to it!
Fee xo.
