Count down to Christmas with Kohl's Advent calendar gifts.
Some people do their Christmas holiday countdown with a calendar. Others eat their way to the big day with chocolate in traditional Advent calendars. We prefer something with a little more flair. Our Advent countdown calendar gifts make every morning feel like a mini holiday while helping you unlock gift-giving hero status for less. Beauty, fragrance, skincare, home finds, toys—there’s one for everyone on your list, and yes, that includes you.
A beauty gift for her + a beauty gift for me. I call it holiday math.
Beauty Advent calendars that wow.
If your giftee loves makeup, skincare, hair care and beauty tools, Sephora at Kohl’s is a holiday gold mine. You’ll find Advent calendars and holiday gift sets packed with mini must-haves, making every December morning feel like a personal unboxing event.
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Holiday makeup for a Christmas countdown.
For makeup lovers, grab a beauty gift set with holiday-edition makeup that turns getting ready into a festive ritual. Expect shimmery eyeshadows, bold lip colors and highlighters to go from holiday brunch to New Year’s Eve. Just add a couple small treats to total 25, and wrap it up with a Christmas countdown calendar. Gift tip: If you really want to impress, pair a beauty Advent calendar with a sparkly clutch or statement earrings. It helps complete their holiday party look … and seals your reputation as a next-level gift giver.
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Fragrance sets to use as Advent gifts.
For fragrance fans, it’s beginning to smell a lot like Christmas with daily sensory adventures on hand. Make your own Xmas calendar countdown with a gift set of the best fragrances for the holiday season featuring women's perfume. Our top pick is the Holiday Sephora Favorites Perfume Sampler Set which is exclusive to Sephora at Kohl’s. It comes with 16 sample-size fragrances ranging from gourmands to warm florals. Your giftee can choose her favorite, and then take the included scent certificate to any Sephora at Kohl's location or Kohls.com to redeem for a full-size perfume at no extra cost. Gift tip: Pair it with a cute journal so they can jot down their scent-of-the-day impressions. By month’s end they’ll have everything they need to decide on their new signature scent.
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Skincare Advent gifts to countdown to Christmas.
Winter skin doesn’t stand a chance against Sephora at Kohl’s beauty products for gifts—especially skincare sets. Use them to create a DIY Advent calendar for your mom, sister, friend, teacher … really anyone who likes to stay fresh faced. Check out one of our favorite Korean skincare brands, Glow Recipe, for daily doses of self-care, including serums, moisturizers, cleansers, toner and lip balm to keep skin glowing despite the chill. Gift tip: Bundle the set with a cozy throw blanket to give them the ultimate at-home spa night they deserve after all the holiday festivities. (Bonus points if you get yourself the same set and spend some quality time together.)
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Home-themed Advent calendars.
Beauty may turn heads, but home-themed Advent calendars warm hearts. We’re loving giftable options featuring daily delights with a cozy twist—think Christmas countdown candles, mini ornaments or hot cocoa mixes. Perfect for the person who believes the holiday season is best enjoyed binging holiday movies with a warm mug in hand. Gift tip: Present this countdown till Christmas gift with homemade cookies … or give yourself a break and give it with a gift card for a food delivery service for a fun night in.
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Kids’ Advent calendars.
Daily chocolate is great, but maybe it’s time to level up your countdown for less. We’re answering the burning question “what are popular holiday toys this year for kids?” in the form of fun Advent calendars that will have children up in time for school with ease. Every morning they’ll find small toys, puzzles or crafts, fueling the holiday magic … and their drive to stay on the nice list. One of our favorites is the Melissa & Doug Advent calendar. Trend alert: Advent calendars that mix candy with toys are a hit, turning mornings into a game of “what’s next?”
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Stocking stuffers that double as Advent fillers.
Looking for a broader mix of little gifts? Go DIY with your calendar for a Christmas countdown to remember. Think stocking stuffers for adults featuring small useful items. These are the unsung heroes of Advent fillers. You can’t go wrong with budget-friendly travel-size beauty products, clever kitchen gadgets or tech tools that solve everyday hassles. And yes, socks. Slip a quality pair into an Advent pocket and, unlike that novelty pen, they’ll actually get used. Pro move: Mix in a few splurge-worthy surprises so that every few days they open a pocket and feel like they’ve hit the Advent jackpot.
Your advent calendar gift checklist.
The Christmas countdown calendar isn’t just a tradition—it’s an art form.
- Snap up beauty gift sets featuring holiday-edition makeup early as these often go viral on social and sell out
- Surprise scent enthusiasts with the best fragrances for this holiday season (especially women's perfume)
- Pamper skincare fans with Sephora at Kohl’s beauty products for gifts (think skincare sets)
- Use stocking stuffers for adults (mainly small useful items) to build your own DIY Advent calendar or enhance a ready-to-use calendar
- Make your little one’s mornings special with Advent calendars full of popular holiday toys
Quick FAQs for holiday shopping.
What’s the best time to buy countdown to Xmas calendars?
Mid-November is prime time. There are plenty of shopping events and sales around this time so it’s ideal for finding deals. Many of the best Advent calendar gifts sell out fast, too, so be sure you get and give them in time to open that first surprise on December 1.
How do I choose between a beauty Advent calendar and a skincare one?
As with any good gift giving, paying close attention and asking key questions without giving away your plan is critical. In general though, go for beauty gifts if your recipient loves makeup experimentation, getting dressed up and going out. Go for skincare if they’re all about self-care rituals or getting cozy at home. For teens, you can go either way as they’re still looking for products that work for them.
Are stocking stuffers really worth the effort for Advent fillers?
Absolutely—especially when you choose stocking stuffers for adults that are small useful items they can use year-round. They’re the perfect size for reusable Advent calendars or to simply wrap and hide around the house to surprise that special someone with a gift every day, counting down to the big day.
What’s trending in kids’ Advent calendars this year?
Creative playsets and calendars with a mix of candy and small toys featuring popular characters top the list this year. If you can’t find one (or if they sell out), you can always make your own by alternating figurines, small plushies, toy cars or fidget toys with your kids’ favorite candy or treats in a reusable Advent calendar.
Any tips for stretching my holiday budget on Advent gifts?
Use Kohl’s Cash strategically by buying a couple Advent calendars early on and returning during the redemption window to spend what you earned on the rest of the Advent calendars or gift sets you had your eye on. You’ll also want to be sure to follow Kohl’s on social media so you don’t miss out on promo codes or sale announcements, or sign up for emails to have them delivered right to your inbox.