College life is all about learning to express yourself, even while working through a busy schedule. Taking care of your skin will help you navigate work while boosting your confidence to the level of beauty that you carry. It is not just about looking good; it’s about maintaining your health. This blog will help you find cost-friendly, reliable, and accessible skin care products and tips that will nurture your skin and boost your confidence while living out your college experience.
Step 1: Get to know your skin type
Everyone’s skin is unique; knowing this takes you to the first step toward healthy skin. It is important to know if your skin is oily, dry, sensitive, or a combination- this helps you choose the right products and routines for your skin.
Why it matters: helps prevent breakouts, irritation, scarring, and aging.
Quick Tip:
- If your face tends to feel tight after cleansing → likely dry skin
- If your face becomes noticeably shiny within hours, it's likely you have oily skin.
- If you are unsure and experience both, →likely have combination skin
- If you are sensitive to certain products, I recommend → exploring further brands and functional cleansing products
Click this link and find out what your skin type is!
- This link also helps you find products that work for you.
Step 2: Choose the right cleanser for your skin
The foundation of any skin care routine is knowing a good cleanser. A proper cleanser that matches your skin type will ultimately refresh and clean deep makeup/dirt that builds up for hours during the day.
Suggestions:
Oily skin→BUY
La Roche-Posay Purifying Toleriane Foaming Face Wash for Oily Skin
Dry skin →BUY
- Curology Gentle Cleanser, Lightly foaming face wash
Sensitive skin → BUY
- Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser
Combination skin→ BUY
- Curology Hydro+ Foaming Gel Cleanser
Did you know? You should avoid harsh cleansers with strong fragrances/alcohol, as they often irritate your skin.
Step 3: Moisturize & Protect
It may not seem like it, but even oily skin needs hydration! Properly moisturizing your skin prevents dryness, irritation, and excessive oil production from forming.
Tips for Choosing Moisturizers:
- Oily/Combination: lightweight and non-gel moisturizer
- Dry: Creamy, nourishing formula with hyaluronic acid or ceramides
- Sensitive: fragrance and alcohol, and those with less harsh chemicals
-When applying these, don't forget sunscreen! You must protect your skin from UV damage- use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher daily as recommended
Suggestion: Take a look at what cleanser works best for your skin and match it with your
moisturizer.
Step 4: Simple Self-Care Habits
Products are not the main key to great skin; it’s about habits:
- Stay hydrated
- Sleep well
- Eat a balanced diet/healthy fats
- Manage stress
College life is busy, so make your glowing skin worth it. Start with these four steps and adapt them to your lifestyle, and with the right products and habits, you will feel healthier and more confident.