The P Louise beauty advent calendar isn’t exactly budget-friendly, but the sheer number of products goes a long way toward justifying its £250 price tag. When you break down every item individually – counting each make-up brush and lip liner as its own product – the total comes to 49.
Saving the best for last, the palette takes centre stage on day 25. Designed to mimic the appearance of a diary, it’s broken down into pages of 24 eyeshadows, eight bronzers, eight blushes and eight highlighters. This spread alone rivals other advent calendars I’ve tested. I was pleased to discover the shades on offer weren’t a garish selection of greens, blues and yellows, but a tasteful mix of bronzes, pinks, browns and burgundies – perfect for party season.
When testing the various formulas, the strawberry snowflake hand cream impressed me. Granted, its sugary scent won’t be for everyone, but I’m all for an indulgent aroma as the festive season nears. In terms of make-up, the setting spray was a burst of hydration and dried down instantly.
Some of the products, such as the loose glitter, skew younger than others and older recipients might not glean as much value from the contents. However, if you love a full face of glam (cut crease, red lip and all), then you’re in for a dazzling December.
As for the packaging, P Louise is known for its elaborate designs. The calendar arrives in four separate parts – a campervan, caravan, pick-up truck and HGV truck – and it comes with its own red, white and pink track to display the various vehicles. The attention to detail is spectacular, and the cocotte design is sure to be a hit with teens.
