2025 Boots Advent Calendars

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On sale now - 24 Days of Sknicare

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Following the update that there is to be two No7 Beauty Advent Calendars for 2025, news just in is that there is also to be two Boots Advent Calendars too.

Featuring two headline acts: a 24-Day Premium Advent Calendar priced at £150 and a 24-Days of Skincare Calendar priced at £70.

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Contents for the 24 Days of Premium Skincare

• Drunk Elephant Protini™ Polypeptide Face Moisturiser
• Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 76 Hair & Body Perfume Mist
• Nars Light Reflecting Hydrating Primer
• Laneige Lip Glowy Balm in Berry
• ICONIC London Get Cheeky Face Powder Palette
• Caudalie VinoHydra Moisturizing Mask
• ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
• Estée Lauder Advanced Night Cleansing Gelée with 15 Amino Acids
• Benefit Hoola Bronzer
• Floral Street Arizona Bloom Eau de Parfum
• Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
• MAC Macximal Silky Matte Lipstick in Velvet Teddy
• MAC Lip Pencil
• Milk Makeup Multi-Use Matte Cream Bronzer Mini Stick
• Rituals The Ritual of Mehr Sweet Orange & Cedar Wood Body Scrub
• AVEDA Botanical Repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment
• Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Extreme Rich Deep-Conditioning Treatment
• First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads with Glycolic + Lactic Acids
• Origins GinZing™ Brightening Eye Cream with Caffeine and Ginseng
• Lancome Genifique Ultimate Serum
• Shiseido Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Express Eye Mask
• Fenty Skin Blemish Defeat’r BHA Spot-Targeting Gel
• Too Faced Kissing Jelly Lip Oil Gloss
• Fenty Beauty Icon Velvet Lipstick

Contents for the 24 Days of Skincare Advent Calendar

• Byoma Melting Balm Cleanser 60g
• Anua Rice 70 Glow Milky Toner 250ml
• haruharu wonder Black Rice Moisture Cleansing Oil 150ml
• Bubble Slam Dunk Hydrating Cream Moisturiser 50ml
• Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum 30ml
• Round Lab Birch Juice Sunscreen SPF50+ PA+ 50ml
• Q+A AHA Exfoliator Body Scrub 250ml
• Boots Ingredients Salicylic Acid Cleanser 150ml
• Lanolips 101 Ointment
• PIXI Hydrating Milky Mist 80ml
• Boots Modern Chemistry Restore Hydrogel Sleep Mask
• Simple Mattifying UV Fluid with SPF 50
• Starface Hydro-Star® Black Pimple Patches
• St Moriz Illuminating Gradual Tanning Lotion 150ml
• The INKEY List™ Caffeine Eye Cream
• Garnier Moisture Bomb Sakura Hydrating Sheet Mask
• Soap & Glory Face Soap & Clarity Vitamin C Facial Wash 50ml
• Tocobo Vita Glazed Lip Mask 20ml
• Superfacialist Vitamin C+ Skin Renew Cleansing Oil 100ml
• Aveeno Skin Renewal Smoothing Cream 50ml
• Burt’s Bees Salted Caramel Limited Edition Lip Balm
• LUMENE Nordic-C Glow Boost Essence Serum with Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid 30ml
• Boots Aqua Hydrating Water Gel Moisturiser 50ml
• Cetaphil Rich Night Cream 50g

As more details are released, this page will be updated. You can also find a list of all the 2025 Beauty Advent Calendars here on my blog.

*this post contains PR samples and/or Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise - you can learn more on my Disclaimer page.

Neom Sleepy Bestsellers Box

Alongside their Ultimate Calm Box, Neom have now realised the Neom Sleepy Bestsellers Box too.

Worth £150 but on sale now for just £89, inside you will find five products which have been brought together to help create a Perfect Night’s Sleep featuring Neom’s most-loved sleep heroes.

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Contents

• NEW Limited Edition Perfect Night’s Sleep Multi-Mineral Body Milk 200ml. Worth £36.
• Perfect Night’s Sleep Scented Candle (1 Wick). Worth £38.
• Award-Winning Perfect Night’s Sleep Pillow Mist 30ml. Worth £25.
• Perfect Night’s Sleep Bath Foam 200ml. Worth £28.
• Perfect Night’s Sleep Essential Oil Blend 10ml. Worth £23.

*this post contains PR samples and/or Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise - you can learn more on my Disclaimer page.

Footsie Overnight Detox Foot Pads Review & Benefits

If you often go to bed with tired, heavy feet, the Footsie Keep It Clean Overnight Detox Foot Pads (10s) might be just the night time pamper your feet deserve. 

I am not a fan of feet, something I have mentioned many times on this blog, but there was something about an invitation to try these detox foot pads that I just could not resist and of course the foot butter is an absolute treat.  

The detox pads not only do they promise to support relaxation, better circulation but also a rejuvenated feeling in the morning. Let’s dive into what they are, how they work, and whether they may be worth adding to your self-care routine.

What are Footsie Overnight Detox Foot Pads?

Footsie detox foot patches blend ideas from aromatherapy and Traditional Chinese Medicine. The concept is simple: you apply the patches to the soles of your feet before bed, leave them on overnight, and remove them in the morning. The active ingredients are meant to interact with energy (reflexology) points in the feet, helping to detoxify the body, promote clearer sleep, and boost circulation.

Key Ingredients

• Bamboo Vinegar Powder — commonly used in detox foot pads; reacts with moisture such as sweat and may change colour after use.

• Artemisia Princeps Extract — also known as mugwort, a plant extract often used for its fragrance and traditional calming properties.

• Sodium Chloride — simple salt, included for its moisture-balancing qualities.

• Tourmaline — a mineral sometimes claimed to promote wellness through energy or circulation support.

• Dextrin — a natural carbohydrate that acts as a binder to hold the patch ingredients together.

• Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil — lavender essential oil, used for its soothing scent and relaxing properties.

Key Benefits

1. Relaxation & Sleep Aid
   Lying down with these pads helps promote calm before sleep — both physically and mentally. The scented components (if included) can also support winding down.

2. Supports Circulation
   By stimulating reflex points on the sole, there’s the potential for improved blood flow. Many users say their feet feel lighter and less swollen in the morning.

3. Detox & Wellness Feel
   While “detox” is a marketing term, many feel cleansed or refreshed after use. It’s about the ritual as much as the results.

4. Convenience
   Simply place them on before bed; no extra steps in the middle of the night required. You wake up, peel off, then you’re good to go. Perfect if you have a busy evening schedule.

How to Use Correctly

To get the most out of the Footsie Overnight Detox Foot Pads:

• Clean & dry your feet before application.

• Place the patch on the sole of each foot, focusing on the arch or pressure points if that feels best.

• Wear them through the night—comfort is key, so make sure the patch adheres well and doesn’t bunch up under sheets or socks.

• Remove in the morning and gently wash off any residue.

• Use regularly, perhaps nightly or a few times a week, to maintain the effects.

I was quite surprised to find the pads still attached to my feet the following morning, having expected them to fall off and be squished within the bed sheets. There was no irritation, no marks and the pads were as easy to remove as they were to apply.  The only thing, is on the pad was a lot more brown goo than I had expected to find, and if you’re not squeamish, I’ve shared a photo below.

Having removed both pads from my feet, I washed them thoroughly whilst showering and then applied the Tropical Toes Coco-licious Foot Butter, giving it time to absorb. A pure treat to use and it smells absolutely delightful.

Final Thoughts: Are They Worth It?

For those who are curious about wellbeing, self-care, and holistic routines, Footsie Overnight Detox Foot Pads can be a relaxing evening ritual rather than a medical remedy. They won't replace good rest, nutrition, or medical care, but they offer a simple, low-commitment way to give your feet some extra love.

As you can see, the end result is rather shocking and even I felt slightly queasy removing the pads from my feet to see the goo sitting there.  

If you suffer from foot fatigue, restless nights, or just want a moment of quiet wellness, trying these foot pads could be a small but effective addition to your nightly routine. And for anyone who already uses foot care or reflexology techniques, they may complement what you already do. I have already used every single pad in the box and whilst I’ve noticed slightly less goo, it is still present and you do get used to seeing it.

If you are intrigued and want to try them for yourself the Footsie Overnight Detox Foot pads are on sale for £8 in Boots!

*this post contains PR samples and/or Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise - you can learn more on my Disclaimer page.

Glow Recipe 12 Days of Glow Advent Calendar 2025

The Glow Recipe Advent Calendar for 2025 has launched and it is definitely worth having a look if you are a fan of the brand or want to know more about it! 

The 12 Days of Glow Advent Calendar includes 12 products for glowing skin (4 full sizes!) worth £153 and it's priced at only £84.

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Contents

Full Sizes:

Glass Balm (blackberry)
Watermelon Glow Ultra-Fine Mist 75ml
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Hue Drops 40ml
Cloudberry Bright Essence Toner 75ml

Travel Sizes:

Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment 25ml
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops 15ml
Plum Plump Hyaluronic Cream 20ml

Minis:

Watermelon Glow PHA + BHA Pore-Tight Toner 25ml
Prickly Pear Peptide Mucin 5ml
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dewy Flush 1.5ml
Avocado Ceramide Moisture Barrier Cleanser 20ml
Cloudberry Bright Moisture Cream 10ml

If you still haven't got a beauty advent calendar for 2025, you can also find a list of all the 2025 Beauty Advent Calendars here on my blog.

*this post contains PR samples and/or Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise - you can learn more on my Disclaimer page.