The best beauty Advent calendars in 2026, tested – yes, we know it’s early!

Christmas might be months away, but beauty Advent calendar waiting lists are filling up fast. From cult favourites to cruelty-free picks, here are the ones worth buying • Don’t get the Filter delivered to your inbox? Sign up here As I write, an ice-cream van has just parked outside my flat. It’s the middle of this year’s umpteenth heatwave, and I’m finally understanding the appeal of a cold shower