Advent calendars always prove to be one of the most fun holiday gifts. With all the hustle and bustle that this time of year brings, it’s nice to take a step back and open up a mini prezzieeach day of the month. Contrary to popular belief, those cute advent calendars aren’t just for the kiddos. In fact, I’ve found some cool ones that even adults will appreciate. And JIC you were wondering, there are also a few advent calendars for hard-to-please teenagers. Shopping for the not-quite-an-adult and not-a-baby-anymore age group can be tough, but, trust me, there are quite a few ways to keep them smiling throughout the holidays.
You’ll see exactly what I’m talking about in the gallery below. I’ve gathered 23 cool advent calendars for teens that are sure to get them hyped for the holidays. It doesn’t matter if the teenager on your shopping list is a professional beauty blogger or has a sweet tooth that’s never satisfied. The advent calendars ahead are a clever way to check them off of your gift-shopping list.
1
this one made for chocolate
Wooden Xmas Advent Calendar
hashtagnameit
etsy.com
$24.52
This bad boy was literally meant to be filled with all the Ferrero Rocher chocolates! So if the teen in your life is a fan, they’ll go bonkers over this cute thang.
2
this jam-packed gem
Signature Advent Calendar
L’Occitane
loccitane.com
$115.00
Load them up with all the beauty goodies with this luxe L’Occitane treat.
3
this one for the sweet tooths
Handcrafted Caramel Advent Calendar
McCrea’s
uncommongoods.com
$30.00
Their sweet tooth will be thanking you all December long when they see that you got them this caramel dream!
4
this jewerly-filled treasure
Christmas Charm Bracelet Calendar
Yun Nist
amazon.com
$20.99
A jewelry-themed advent calendar? Talk about le chic!!
5
this decadent bb
Holiday Luxury Chocolate Advent Calendar
Chocolate lovers will be o-b-s-e-s-s-e-d. That’s it. That’s all I’ve gotta say.
6
this one for slime lovers
Slime Kit Advent Calendar
ORIENTAL CHERRY
amazon.com
$18.99
I know you’ve got a teen that freakin’ adores slime. And let me tell ya, they’re gonna love this calendar that includes nine scented fluffy slime jars and 15 accessories to go with it.
7
this one with allll the candles
2021 Candle Advent Calendar
DesignUndone
etsy.com
$140.00
Hey, maybe they’re super into candles! Well…perf!! I’ve got you covered with this option that legit comes with 24 warm and fuzzy scents that’ll go great with the holiday season.
8
this tea set
Holiday Advent Calendar Tea Gift Set
Vahdam Teas
vahdamteas.com
$79.99
This one is a match made in heaven for tea fanatics! The set holds 24 exquisite blends that are held in beautiful gold tin caddies. Fahncy!
9
this nail polish calendar
Mini Mani Month® 2021
Ciate
ciatelondon.com
$65.00
Who wouldn’t love getting a new nail color for 24 days straight?!
10
this one that’s pretty much skincare heaven
No.25 Beauty Advent Calendar
Elemis
elemis.com
$250.00
If they’re a skincare junkie, you just came across the most on-point calendar for them. Trust.
11
this relaxing package
Fizzle All The Way Bath Bomb Advent Calendar
Spa life
amazon.com
$13.99
I mean, what’s better than a free spa night…amiright??
12
this popcorn one
Advent Calendar
The Popcorn Factory
thepopcornfactory.com
$39.99
There’s just something about popcorn that hits different in December. This cal is packed with an assortment of flavors that’ll make the most perfect lil dessert for the 24 days leading up to Christmas.
13
this one for hot sauce fans
Twelve Days of Hot Sauce Gift Set 12 Pack
World Market
worldmarket.com
$24.99
Yeah, so, they’re that teenager that always has a container of hot sauce on deck. I feel it! Shake up their palette with this calendar that has 12 different types of sauces.
14
this self-motivating option
I Am Everything Affirmation Card Deck
Tarisha Clark
uncommongoods.com
$15.00
Yes, I know it’s not exactly a true advent calendar, but we should always be manifesting good vibes! With this deck, they can pick a card every day leading up to the holidays and be presented with a new mantra to meditate on. Think of all the warmth and cheer this could bring into their life!
15
this jam set
Jam Sampler Collection
Ashley Rouse
uncommongoods.com
$30.00
What’s just as good as an advent calendar? A jam sampler! They can add these bbs onto whatever they want, experiment with the tastes, and enjoy it all season long.
16
this lipgloss kit
Advent Calendar 12 Day Lipstick Countdown
NYX Cosmetics
nyxcosmetics.com
$20.00
Each day they can swipe on a new lippie with this NYX-filled calendar as they prepare for Christmas Day.
17
this gourmet chocolate calendar
Deluxe Advent Calendar
Harry and David
harryanddavid.com
$89.99
You’re never too old for chocolates, especially the gourmet truffles inside this advent calendar.
18
this hair accessory set
Hair Ties Advent Calendar
Meri Meri
bonjourfete.com
$45.00
If they can never find a scrunchie or love dressing up those top knots with barrettes, this cute one will be perfect. On second thought, I might need this for myself.
19
this sticker calendar
Advent Calendar 2020
Little Likes Kids
amazon.com
$14.95
Technically this one is really for the kiddies, but throw in some Airpods on the big day to show them what they were really counting down for.
20
this baking caledar
Cookie Making Advent Calendar
Uncommon Goods
uncommongoods.com
$65.00
To satisfy that winter sweet tooth, this calendar filled with cookie baking supplies will save them all those grocery runs.
21
this ‘Friends’ keepsakes calendar
Friends: The Official Advent Calendar: The One With the Surprises
Insight Editions
amazon.com
If they’ve spent all of quarantine with Rachel, Ross & Co, it’s only right that they end the year than with a calendar filled with Friends-themed mementos.
22
this argan oil calendar
Moroccanoil Advent Calendar Argan Oil Infused Gift Set
MOROCCANOIL
amazon.com
Moroccan oil should be a hair care staple TBH, so make sure they never run out of the good stuff with this seven day set.
23
this useful stationary calendar
BIC Advent Calendar
Pens and stationary may not seem too glamorous, but if your teen is the type that’s always running low on school supplies, BIC’s advent calendar should come in real handy.
Megan Uy
Assistant Shopping Editor
Megan is the Assistant Shopping Editor at Cosmo where she covers all things shopping within the fashion and lifestyle space.
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