Best Skincare Products For College Students
These 15 Skincare Products Under $20 Are Perfect For College Students
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Don't head off for the new school year without a stockpile of your essential skincare products. The same way you want to get your textbooks and Fall outfits in order, you want to make sure you've prepared a skincare routine before classes pick up steam.
The items on this list will keep your complexion clear and glowing, even when the stress of midterms and a diet of late-night french fries are starting to catch up to you. The best part: each of these quick and easy options won't break the bank with a price tag of under $20. From hydrating face washes to exfoliating scrubs, check out our picks for the best skin care for college students ahead.
Simple Moisturising Facial Wash
Choose the Simple Moisturising Facial Wash ($6) for a gentle and effective way to cleanse your skin of dirt and makeup. The pro-vitamin B5 and vitamin E-enriched formula will help to gently clean the skin and keep it hydrated.
Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque
You should always keep a tub of Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque ($5) in your bathroom to clear up excess oil and breakouts. Acne is no match for this bright green mask.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Water Face Gel Cream
If you're in need of a potent cream that will ward off dry patches and keep your skin looking plump, dry the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Water Face Gel Cream ($17).
Pixi by Petra Glow Tonic To-Go Exfoliating Toner Pads
Swiping the Pixi by Petra Glow Tonic To-Go Exfoliating Toner Pads ($18) across your skin will keep breakouts away and even out skin texture.
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Those with both sensitive and dry skin will appreciate the moisturising formula of the creamy CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser ($13).
Bliss Mint Chip Mania Mask
The Bliss Mint Chip Mania Mask ($13) smells like a tub of Häagen-Dazs and feels like a refreshing ice bath for the face. The whipped texture is formulated with aloe vera and shea butter "chips" that leave your face smooth and hydrated. Plus, the pretty green colour makes for the best selfies.
Thayers Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel With Aloe Vera
After you wash your face, follow up with a gentle and moisturising toner like the Thayers Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel With Aloe Vera ($10), which will remove any leftover makeup or residue from your skin.
L'Oréal Hydra Genius Water Cream
This L'Oréal Hydra Genius Water Cream ($13) contains aloe water that makes applying it feel like a soothing facial. Use it before your makeup to create an even and smooth canvas for your next products.
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water
Gently remove every bit of makeup from your skin and eyes with the Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water ($9). It will get off even an entire party's worth of mascara, eyeliner, and lipstick.
E.l.f. Eye Refresh
No one has to know you pulled an all-nighter with the E.l.f. Eye Refresh ($4). This product includes a metal rollerball that feels cooling under your eyes and releases a cucumber and green-tea-packed serum to get rid of those puffy under-eye bags. The refreshing sensation will be sure to wake you up before you even get to your morning Dunkin' Donuts run.
Neutrogena Blackhead Eliminating Pore Strip to Facial Scrub
To remove stubborn blemishes, keep the gentle Blackhead Eliminating Strip to Scrub ($13) around. Place it on your nose and splash water on your face two minutes later to watch it dissolve into a scrub.
St. Ives Lip Scrub in Sweet Passion Fruit
Your lips need some love, too. Keep them soft with the St. Ives Lip Scrub in Sweet Passion Fruit ($5), which will slough away any sign of dryness.
Olay Pore Detox Black Charcoal Clay Face Mask Stick
The Olay Pore Detox Black Charcoal Clay Face Mask Stick ($10) is portable and comes in an easy to use tube. The mask draws out dirt and oil from your pores while preventing future blemishes.
Clean & Clear Night Relaxing Gel Sheet Mask
If academic stress is getting you down, treat yourself to a mid-week pick-me-up with this Clean & Clear Night Relaxing Gel Sheet Mask ($3). It's formulated with seaweed extract, which will leave your eyes feeling smooth, refreshed, and relaxed.
Burt's Bees Dark Spot Corrector
If you suffer from hyperpigmentation, you'll love the Dark Spot Corrector from Burt's Bees ($12) to target specific areas. It's full of citric and botanical extracts to naturally brighten the discoloration of your skin.
