Who wouldn’t fancy having one of the best make-up artist on speed dial during the festive run-up? With Christmas parties and family get-togethers on the horizon, we’re all craving that extra dash of sparkle and glamour, and celebrity make-up artist and – smokey eye expert – Hannah Martin is set to grant your Christmas wishes with her inaugural Beauty Advent Calendar in collaboration with OK! Beauty Box, with a value of over £570.
Hannah has filled each day’s surprise with her insider know-how, ensuring you dazzle like the stars – but without breaking the bank, reports OK!.
Hannah shares, “I’m thrilled to be working with my friends at OK! Beauty Box, not only on my first beauty advent calendar, but on their biggest advent calendar ever! It features 26 of my favourite products (plus a handy beauty tool), 17 of which are full-size, which I know are going to work for everyone.”
The calendar is worth is a whopping £570 yet it’s up for grabs at just £90, with an extra £5 knocked off the £95 tag (a steal compared to the standard £100) using the special Mirror reader offer code HMADVENTMIRROR90 during the preorder phase; hit the link here and the discount will apply itself at checkout.
Get ready for daily treats with the must-have Beauty Advent Calendar by Hannah Martin, featuring top-tier goodies from bestselling brands like Shiseido, Origins, Doll Smash and Ciaté across all corners of beauty, including skin, nails, haircare, make-up, wellness and fragrance, each given the nod of approval by Hannah herself.
Hannah says, “Each day reveals a beauty or self-care product specially curated for the beauty lover by me, a beauty expert. I’m completely obsessed with Christmas and I cannot wait to start the countdown to Christmas with you all!”
Take a peek at what’s inside the Beauty Advent Calendar by Hannah Martin…
Rodial Soft Focus Glow Booster Drops
31ml full size, RRP £75
Hannah says: “Rodial Soft Focus Glow Booster Drops are a multi-tasking genius. Apply to bare skin for a fresh glow, mix with your tinted moisturiser, or mix with your foundation. It makes your skin look healthy and radiant.”
Erborian Centella Cleansing Oil
30ml travel size, RRP £9.50
“I always start my cleansing routine with a cleansing oil and the Erborian Centella Cleansing Oil is so gentle, yet it breaks down every little bit of make-up, skincare and SPF. Korean skincare is so on trend right now and there’s a reason why; it’s because it’s fantastic. Trust me, you’ll be obsessed with how clean and smooth your skin feels.”
Gatineau Collagene Expert Ceramide Smoothing Cream
15ml travel size, RRP £24
“If, like me, and you’re interested in your skin looking more hydrated, firmer and plump, then you’ll love this massive boost of both collagen and ceramides. You can use this cream morning or evening; it’s perfect for slotting into your skincare routine.”
Blink Brow Bar Clear Brow Gloss
2ml travel size, RRP £11
“Brow gel is an absolute must in my kit and I’ve been using this Blink Brow Bar Clear Brow Gloss for years. It holds my brows in place (and mine are quite unruly!), and it never goes crunchy or crusty.”
Doll Smash Pout Lip Liner in shade Power
0.25g full size, RRP £19
“This is the most beautiful red – and if in doubt, chuck on a red lippy, right? It’s perfect for any festive party. You can wear it alone, buffed in with a bit of lip gloss, or I love to fill in my entire lip with that luscious red for a matte, long-wearing beautiful red tone to see right through your celebrations.”
Ciaté London Illuminating Blush in shade Sweet Kiss
5g full size, RRP £22
“This blush is simply stunning. A soft pink with flecks of gold, it illuminates, it brightens, it suits every skin tone and it leaves the most beautiful, almost airbrushed, finish to the skin.”
Kosas Weightless Lip Colour in shade Turned On
3g full size, RRP £25
“This a universally flattering neutral lip colour and has a really beautiful creamy texture that leaves lips feeling hydrated and looking really supple. And as the name alludes, it is completely weightless, so you don’t really feel like you’re wearing it, and it’s really comfortable.”
Nail Kind Nail Polish in shade Wine O’Clock
8ml full size, RRP £8.95
“I love this nail polish for the name alone – but what festive mani isn’t complete without a gorgeous deep burgundy red? The formula is brilliantly long-wearing – no chipping here – and your fingernails will pop in every festive outfit. Dare I say we nailed it…?”
Commodity Fragrances Gold Expressive
5ml travel size, RRP £20
“This is the most beautiful, decadent amber scent. I have loved vanilla-y fragrances since I started wearing fragrance; this is beautiful worn alone and it’s also brilliant for layering, so you can put your personal touch on it – and, like all fragrances, it smells slightly different on everybody.”
Delilah Stay the Night Smooth Shadow Stick in shade Honey Moon
1.4g full size, RRP £23
“Longwear shadow sticks are an absolute staple of mine – I rarely do an eye without one. It’s smooth, it’s creamy, it glides on and once it’s dried, that’s it, it’s not budging.”
Aromatherapy Associates De-Stress Muscle Bath & Shower Oil
55ml full size, RRP £58
“Beauty is so much more than just how you look, it’s also about how you feel, so this is a really good reminder just to take a couple of deep breaths, take in the aromatics and unwind. Aromatherapy Associates are so highly regarded and award-winning leaders in the wellness space and the aromatics are next level, which is why I really wanted a full-size bottle of this gorgeous bath and shower oil.”
Sensory Retreats Sensory Sleep Self-Heating Eye Mask
One mask, RRP £3.95
“I’m guilty of a bit of scrolling when I get into bed, which I know is a cardinal sin, and that is why I adore these. They heat up when you open them; place them over your eyes and I promise you in moments you’ll drift off into a gorgeous deep sleep.”
LH Cosmetics Crayon in shade Black + Sharpener
1.2g full size, RRP £18
“This crayon is smooth, it doesn’t drag, it blends beautifully and it lasts really well. I often use it as a base for my smokey eyes and it comes with a really handy pencil sharpener. Great for your make-up bag, it has a cover so none of your sharpenings get lost in your make-up bag and make everything sooty and dirty. This may just be your new favourite. It’s waterproof too so it’s designed to last all day, and it’s genius in the waterline.”
Seoulista Beauty Super Hydration Instant Facial
One sheet mask, £8.39
“My favourite compliment after using this once was from a lady called Emma at Delamar Academy, when I was teaching make-up – she looked at me and said, “Hannah, my goodness, have you had some Botox?” Now, this was in the deepest darkest lockdown. I said, “No Emma, I’ve just used my Seoulista Beauty Instant Facial.” Once you’ve used the mask there’s still so much serum left in the packet – keep hold of it and use it another time.”
Lucky dip of either L’Oréal Paris Telescopic Mascara or Volume Million Lashes Panorama Mascara
“I knew I needed a really stunning mascara for my advent calendar with OK! Beauty Box but I couldn’t decide – so I chose two. Every advent calendar has one of these two mascaras and they are two that I use all the time.”
L’Oréal Paris Telescopic Mascara in shade Magnetic Black
8ml full size, £11.99
“You’re in for a treat if you love a long, delicate, lengthened lash. The comb is ever so slim; it captures every single lash and coats it in deliciously black mascara for a very flirty looking lash.”
L’Oréal Paris Volume Million Lashes Panorama Mascara in shade Black
10ml full size, RRP £12.99
“You are in for a volumising treat with this one. This comb is so large, it creates a beautiful fanned effect with your lashes and you can just keep building until you have the thickest, most luscious-looking lashes.”
ESPA Bergamot and Jasmine Body Wash
75ml travel size, RRP £6
“I love aromatics – I find smells really evocative – and what better way to start your day than with an invigorating shower and this beautiful scent. It not only cleanses but also leaves your skin smelling great.”
Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Kajal Liner in shade Chocolate
1.2g full size, RRP £16
“It’s no secret that I love a smokey eye and I love Hildun – and this is the perfect product for achieving the quickest and easiest smoky eye looks. The kajal is so incredibly soft; you need no pressure when applying this, so you get no dragging, none of that scrubbing at the lash line. Once you’ve applied it and gently blended it, it dries completely so won’t budge.”
Percy & Reed Time to Shine Eau My! Shine & Fragrance Spray
50ml full size, RPP £12
“Yes, you get gorgeous shine and brilliance when you use this spray through your hair, but you also get a very delicate scent. I think you’re going to love the fresh floral scent, and you’ll get loads of compliments.”
REN Clean Skincare Evercalm™ Overnight Recovery Balm
30ml full size, £46
“If, like me, you love the idea of drenching your skin in really rich hydration but simply can’t do that in the morning before make-up because it will all slide off, this is the perfect, really rich, overnight balm.”
Ole Henriksen Banana Bright Vitamin C Serum
7ml travel size, RRP £13.53
“With 15% vitamin c you can get significantly brighter and bouncier skin fast. I prefer to use my actives in the evening but if you like your vitamin C in the morning just be sure to put your SPF on top.”
Ole Henriksen Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer
7ml travel size, RRP £5.88
“This moisturiser is packed full of peptides to help strengthen and moisturise your skin. In my forties, I’ve become reliant on peptides because they really do help to rebuild the foundations of the skin, and that’s why I was desperate for you all to have a peptide cream in my advent calendar.”
ESPA Bergamot and Jasmine Body Lotion
75ml travel size, RRP £6.30
“As a terminal sufferer of dry skin I really rely on body lotions and this ESPA Body Lotion not only smells beautiful but it’s really lightweight. It absorbs really quickly so there’s no hanging around waiting for it to sink in before you can get dressed.”
Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate
10ml travel size, RRP £21.67
“This is one of my all-time favourite skincare products. I use it pretty much every day so I’m delighted to have it in my advent calendar. It’s not just one of my favourite serums; this is a globally adored formula and holds loads of industry awards, and there’s a reason why. It really is at the forefront of cutting-edge Japanese skincare technology.”
Rodial Glass Powder
5.5g travel size, RRP £29
“This translucent loose powder is the perfect setting powder. Great for setting under eye concealer, fantastic for setting the T-zone too. You can bake with it as well if you so wish or, if like me, you prefer a little less powder, just a bit of this on a fluffy brush is going to keep your make-up in place all day.”
Origins Ginzing Energizing Gel Cream
75ml full size, RRP £38.50
“Origins is such a beloved brand and this cream is excellent for those days when your skin doesn’t feel quite as dehydrated, or if you prefer something a little bit more lightweight if you have a propensity to slightly oilier skin.”
19/99 Beauty Precision Colour Pencil in shade Neutra
1.1g full size, RRP £19
“The texture of this pencil is so smooth and creamy; it glides on the lips like a dream. I love to use this even if I’m just wearing a clear gloss. You can also wear it with a deeper-toned lipstick, but it’s actually the perfect partner for your new Kosas lipstick.”
The Beauty Advent Calendar by Hannah Martin in association with OK! Beauty Box also contains a voucher to redeem a month’s worth of OK! Magazine, worth £16.80.
Hannah Martin’s advent calendar, worth over £570, is available to Mirror readers for just £90 while stocks last when you tap the link here. We’ll take care of the rest as your £5 discount will automatically be applied at checkout, while preorder lasts.
