There are few better feelings than lighting a new candle on a dark winter night, and scent is particularly evocative at Christmas, so when I found out that Sentier’s Advent calendar – packed full of candles and fragrance – is only £109 and saves you £420, I knew I had to get my hands on it (and tell you all about it).
After opening every single drawer and trying each perfume and candle, I can safely say it’s a great option for anyone who loves scent, offering a curated introduction to Sentier’s array of perfumes. The best bit? Any you don’t love at first sniff, you can just re-gift come Christmas Day. Unfortunately for my siblings, I’m not sure there are any I’m willing to part with.
Here’s what makes this festive collection worth investing in and keep scrolling for a full spoiler list of everything inside.
The Sentier Advent Calendar at a glance
Pros
- The wide selection means more options for different tastes and moods
- It offers luxury products at an affordable price
- The box is beautifully designed and a joy to open
Cons
- The perfumes are only travel-sized
Key specifications
| No. of products | 12 |
|---|---|
| No. of full-size | 0 |
| Price | £109 |
| Saving | £429 |
Editor’s picks:
Scent-filled Advent calendars are often some of the best-value options on the market, but this is a particular delight that comes presented in an elegantly designed festive box. It contains a really considered selection, with 12 days of ‘scent stories’ to discover. Inside the illustrated drawers, you’ll find six fragrances and six scented candles, including the hero Ardent Cherry Extrait de Parfum, a rich blend of black cherry, warm spices, amber and sandalwood. The Parisian Embrace is so delicate and delicious, and lasted a lot longer for me than others with similarly delicate base notes (the note responsible for whether a scent stays around for a while after it’s been sprayed).
Of all the beauty Advent calendars I’ve tested this year so far, this has been one of my favourites. I was impressed with the size of the candles, although I should flag that the perfume bottles are travel sized. But to put things in perspective, the full-sized perfumes from Sentier cost £112 each, so this calendar is cheaper than just one full-sized bottle of one of the brand’s signature scents. I can’t get enough of the Whispering Spell Candle, which I’ll be re-ordering as soon as I’ve fully burnt through my other five.
While I work my way through those, here’s a full list of everything included in the calendar, in case you don’t mind spoiling the surprise.
Florence with her Sentier calendar
Full list of products included
Six 10ml fragrances
- Ardent Cherry – Extrait de Parfum
The collection is led by Ardent Cherry Extrait de Parfum, a rich composition of dark cherry, warm spice, incense, amber and sandalwood.
- Parisian Embrace – Eau de Parfum
This fragrance is formulated around the idea of a romantic stroll along the Seine, filled with the charm of Parisian markets and indulgent riverside moments. This scent was named ‘Best Fragrance’ at the 2026 Universal Beauty Awards.
- Path of Lemons – Eau de Parfum
Bright citrus, lavender and iris capture the freshness of a sunlit escape along the Amalfi Coast.
- Balade in Autumn – Eau de Parfum
Cedarwood, bitter orange and soft florals evoke crisp leaves, golden light and peaceful woodland walks.
- Noor Riviera – Alcohol-Free Eau de Parfum
A luminous coastal fragrance inspired by golden sunlight, serene waters and effortless elegance. This scent was also recently named a 2026 Cosmoprof Awards finalist.
- Méribel – Alcohol-Free Eau de Parfum
A soft winter fragrance inspired by snow-covered Alpine villages and the freshness of crisp mountain air.
Six 60g scented candles
- Ombre de Miel
A warm, resinous blend of black tea and spice wrapped in leather, tobacco and honey – the brand says it’s ‘deep, textured and quietly seductive.’
- Botanical Sanctuary
Picture yourself in a Balinese villa nestled in lush green rainforest, the rhythmic pitter-patter of raindrops creating a relaxing, cosy sound against your windowpane.
- Alpine Chalet
This candle is created to make you feel as though you’re nestled in the heart of the mountains, you’re surrounded by towering pines and the crisp purity of alpine air.
- Land of Dreams
Embark on a journey to the Land of Dreams, where clouds of cinnamon and clove give you a festive, cosy feeling.
- Whispering Spell
At the core of this one lies the essence of Davana, a mysterious herb known for its spellbinding properties. As the scented candle ignites, its gentle glow releases notes of lavender and orange blossom.
- Lait de Feu
A smouldering blend of roasted coffee, maple sweetness, and aged rhum, softened by vanilla and grounded in sandalwood and vetiver. Warm, intimate, and addictively autumnal.
Sentier Advent calendar unboxing
How I tested the Sentier Advent Calendar
After assessing the quality of the packaging, I spent a very enjoyable Sunday evening opening each door, spritzing and sampling the fragrances over the space of a few hours (so that my lounge didn’t smell too strong) and working out which were my favourites, considering longevity on the skin. I then lit a different candle every night for the next week, judging them on scent throw, burn time and whether they produced a calm flame.
My final verdict on Sentier’s Advent calendar
The scents linger like a luxury fragrance, and the candles fill an entire room with a relaxing, comforting smell. When combined with the elegant packaging, this calendar feels like a worthy investment, particularly if you decide to re-gift a few of the products and save yourself some cash come Christmas.
Florence is our Senior Beauty Writer, specialising in expert-tested beauty and grooming reviews — from toothbrushes to the latest skincare launches. She’s committed to sharing recommendations for products that truly work and make people feel confident and healthy. Prior to this she was at Tropic Skincare, where she worked closely with biochemists in the lab, delving into the functions of each fresh, natural ingredient and conveying its efficacy to her audience in easy-to-digest terms.
With over five years’ experience in beauty and health journalism, Florence has written for ELLE, Women’s Fitness, Sister Magazine, National Geographic Traveller and many more, with a strong sustainability angle thread through much of her work.
When she isn’t packing for a trip away, working out, eating out or reading up on retinol serums, you’ll probably find her experimenting with her film camera and building her portfolio of portraits. Florence’s photography can be found at florencereeves-white.com, her Instagram is @florencereeveswhite and her twitter is @floreadsnwrites