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Boots Opens 2026 Advent Calendar Range With Early‑Bird Discounts

Early‑bird 'star gift' price cuts have driven brisk online sales and signal that prices or stock could rise once the promotion ends.

Overview

  • Boots launched its 2026 advent calendars in early September with selected sets reduced by up to 50 percent, including a NIVEA MEN calendar marked down from £60 to £30 and the Boots 24 Days of Skin calendar priced at £70.
  • The Boots 24 Days of Skin calendar contains 24 items with 21 full‑size products and a combined value reported at £303.56, creating large perceived savings for buyers.
  • Several calendars cover luxe beauty, skincare and fragrance and include high‑value branded items such as Estée Lauder, Benefit and Valentino, and some popular options are sold only on Boots.com which concentrates demand online.
  • Standard Boots delivery and collection charges still apply, with home delivery at £3.95 (free over £25) and Click & Collect at £1.50 (free over £15), which affect the final cost for shoppers.
  • Early customer feedback has been broadly positive on value and speed of delivery but includes a few reports of damaged packaging, and coverage notes affiliate links and warns the introductory 'star gift' prices may be temporary, raising the likelihood of quick sellouts or price increases.