Kate Middleton fans can snap up £244-worth of skincare she's rumoured to love for £8 each
The luxury products work out at £8 each
Rodial has quietly become the beauty brand to know in 2025, with rumoured celebrity fans including Kate Middleton and Lady Gaga, and sell-out sensations like the Glass Powder and Banana Lowlighter. The products are pretty pricey, though, which is why we practically sprinted to the checkout when we spotted a way to get £244 worth of treats for £97.
The 12 Days of Rodial Advent Calendar is packed full of luxe treats, and shoppers can enjoy them for £8 a pop. That includes some of the brand's bestsellers and a couple of gems from the viral Dragon's Blood range.
Shopping writer Lauren has enjoyed a wealth of Rodial products in the last 12 months, and has spotted some of her favourites in the calendar. Below, she points out the highlights and why shoppers should be tempted to invest.
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Peach Lowlighter
Inspired by Rodial's viral Banana Lowlighter, this clever concealer-meets-highlighter has a peachy undertone that works beautifully on slightly deeper skin tones. I usually save it for when I've applied fake tans; otherwise, I reach for the classic Banana shade.
Even so, the Peach Lowlighter's silky, lightweight formula blends like a dream, brightening my under-eyes and leaving my cheekbones and temples with a fresh, radiant finish.
Dragon's Blood Micellar Cleansing Water
I've been using the Dragon's Blood Cleansing Water for a while now, and it's become my go-to first thing in the morning. It refreshes my skin for the day ahead, leaving it clean but never stripped.
Infused with rose water and micellar oil, it's a gentle yet effective formula that feels soothing and invigorating - like a mini spa treatment with just a few sweeps of a cotton pad.
For those who prefer a traditional cleanser, I often switch it up with The Outset's Gentle Micellar Antioxidant Cleanser. It's another soft, hydrating option that leaves skin feeling balanced and fresh.
Lip Oil Cherry
Lip oils are still having a moment right now (fully blaming the Y2K beauty revival for that). Rodial's Cherry Lip Oil is a worthy addition to the trend, delivering a subtle red tint and an ultra-silky formula that feels beautifully hydrating on my lips.
It gives me an effortless, juicy pout that looks like I've made more effort than I actually have. That said, I'd disagree with the brand's non-sticky claims - I've definitely experienced the classic hair-stuck-to-lip moment more than once.
Bronze Glowlighter
I'm a sucker for a bronzer - as someone naturally pale, I love adding a bit of glow to my complexion. This Bronze Glowlighter is one of the best liquid bronzers I've tried, with a sun-kissed tint and luminous finish that blends effortlessly into my skin.
It contours and warms my face in seconds - just a little light blending required - and can be infused into moisturiser for a full-face glow. For those who prefer a powder formula, Charlotte Tilbury's Airbrush Bronzer is an excellent alternative for that soft-focus look.
Mini Buffing Brush
A welcome addition to any advent calendar is a new makeup brush, and I'm thrilled to see my current favourite make an appearance. The Mini Buffing Brush is ideal for seamlessly blending out blusher and bronzer, giving that soft, airbrushed finish with minimal effort.
The densely packed bristles feel luxuriously soft on the skin, while the compact size makes it perfect for slipping into my handbag for on-the-go touch-ups throughout the day.
What's inside the 12 Days of Rodial Advent Calendar?
- Snake Oxygenating & Cleansing Bubble Mask – 20g
- Dragon’s Blood Jelly Eye Patches – 3g
- Bee Venom Jelly Eye Patches – 3g
- Snake Jelly Eye patches-3g
- Bronze Glowlighter- 2g
- Peach Lowlighter 1.6ml
- Blush-Drops Sunset Kiss -2g
- Snake Oil Drops- 10ml
- Snake Serum 02 -5ML
- Dragons Cleansing Water- 100ml
- Lip Oil Cherry - 4ml
- Mini Buffing Brush