Student Skincare Favourites

Simple, Affordable Student Skincare

Build a budget friendly routine that keeps skin clear, hydrated and protected with easy steps you can stick to every day.

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The Ordinary Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% 30ml

$19.00 $20.00 5% offsaving

ISOCLEAN Makeup Brush Cleaner With Pour Top

From $20.00 $24.00 17% offsaving

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AimX Hydrating and Cooling Face Mask with Probiotics "Cool Me" 5 Sheets 25ml

$50.00

NEOM Complete Bliss Hand Wash

$31.00 $35.00 11% offsaving

COSRX Low-pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser

$15.00 $22.00 32% offsaving

Cetaphil Body Cream Tub 450g

Non-greasy and fragrance-free the Cetaphil Body Cream Tub gives your face and body 48-hour hydration without blocking your pores. Dermatologist tested; this nourishing body cream is clinically proven to be gentle on sensitive skin.

$21.00 $22.00 5% offsaving

Cetaphil Pro Sensitive Red Night Cream 50ml

Cetaphil Pro Sensitive Red Night Cream helps to soothe and smooth your skin overnight. Wake up to softer, more even-looking, glowing skin.

$19.00 $20.00 5% offsaving

NEOM Real Luxury Intensive Skin Treatment Candle

$61.00 $67.00 9% offsaving

NEOM Real Luxury Wellbeing Soak Multi-Vitamin Bath Oil 100ml

$50.00 $62.00 19% offsaving

Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum 30ml

$26.00

NEOM Wellbeing Pod Mini+ Waterless Essential Oil Diffuser - White and Perfect Night's Sleep Essential Oil Blend Duo (Worth £92)

$102.00 $114.00 11% offsaving

NEOM Perfect Night’s Sleep Reed Diffuser 100ml

$61.00 $76.00 20% offsaving

NEOM Feel Refreshed Reed Diffuser 100ml

$61.00 $76.00 20% offsaving

Q+A Collagen Body Oil

$17.00

NEOM Complete Bliss Scented Candle (3 Wicks)

$68.00 $76.00 11% offsaving

Sigma Beauty F80 Air Flat Kabuki Brush

$35.00 $41.00 15% offsaving

The Ordinary 3-Step Routine – Sensitive Skin (Worth £48.40)

$63.00 $67.00 6% offsaving

Sigma Beauty Matte Bronzer

From $32.00 $37.00 14% offsaving

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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water with Niacinamide for All Skin Types 150ml

$17.00 $22.00 23% offsaving

The Ordinary The Skin Support Set

$15.00 $16.00 6% offsaving

Sigma Beauty Lip Cream

From $24.00 $28.00 14% offsaving

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ANSWR Exfoliating Hair Removal Drop

$28.00 $40.00 30% offsaving

Sigma Beauty F43 Soft Angled Cheek

$33.00 $39.00 15% offsaving

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NEOM Wellbeing Pen Discovery Set

$55.00 $69.00 20% offsaving

NEOM Real Luxury De-Stress Magnesium Body Butter

$48.00 $54.00 11% offsaving

Cetaphil Daily Defence Cream SPF50+

Maintain a hydrated complexion throughout the day and protect your skin from UV damage with the Daily Defence Moisturiser SPF 50.

$22.00 $23.00 4% offsaving

Frank Body Triple Threat Smoother (Worth £28)

$20.00 $39.00 49% offsaving

Frank Body Niacinamide Body Scrub 250g

$16.00 $26.00 38% offsaving

NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Wonder Balm

$21.00 $24.00 12% offsaving

The Ordinary Glycolipid Cream Cleanser 150ml

$15.00 $16.00 6% offsaving

The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 0.5% Body Serum 240ml

$19.00 $20.00 5% offsaving

Sigma Beauty F80 Flat Kabuki Brush

$35.00 $41.00 15% offsaving

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NEOM Pro-Vitamin D3 Dry Body Oil 100ml

$41.00 $48.00 15% offsaving

TONYMOLY I'm Rice Exfoliating Enzyme Cleanser 50g

$21.00 $30.00 30% offsaving

AimX Sheet Mask with Peptides and Collagen "Renew Me" 25ml

$9.00

About Student Skincare Favourites

Discover the Best Student Skincare

Keep your routine simple, affordable and effective. Our student-friendly picks focus on gentle cleansing, lightweight hydration and daily SPF to help prevent breakouts and protect your skin every day.

Find Your Perfect Student Routine

Choose a cleanser that suits your skin type, a moisturiser that hydrates without heaviness and a broad-spectrum SPF for daytime. Add a targeted spot treatment or a hydrating serum only if you need it, so your routine stays quick and budget friendly.

Advice on Our Student Skincare Range

Not sure where to start? Speak to our skincare experts for personalised advice, explore our blog for quick routine tips or complete our online skin test to build a routine tailored to your skin type and student lifestyle.

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CeraVe Skincare Made Simple for Students

CeraVe products are ideal for student skincare routines, offering gentle cleansers, lightweight moisturisers and cleansers at an affordable price. Enriched with ceramides and hyaluronic acid, these formulas help maintain a healthy skin barrier, prevent breakouts and keep skin hydrated without complicating your routine.

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Expert Tip for Student Skincare

"Store your cleanser, moisturiser and SPF together so mornings are quick. Set a phone reminder for evening skincare, and keep a small kit in your gym or library bag. If your skin flares, strip back to gentle cleanse and moisturise for a week, then reintroduce one active at a time. Consistency matters more than having many products."

- Kimberley, Clinic & Customer Experience Manager

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Budget-Friendly Skincare Brands For Students

If you’re new to university or heading into your next academic year, there can be plenty of new and exciting changes coming your way! Sometimes, these changes can lead to busy schedules and tight budgets that have an impact on your health, wellbeing and skin. Prioritising these things doesn’t have to be expensive – there are some amazing skincare brands out there that are reliable and effective yet affordable.

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10-Minute Skincare Routine for Busy Students

Let's face it, as a student, time is a precious commodity. Between lectures, assignments, and having a social life, finding time for a full skincare routine can feel like an impossible task. But don’t worry, effective student skincare doesn't have to be time-consuming (or pricey!).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best skincare routine for students on a budget?

Keep it to three steps in the morning and evening. Cleanser, moisturiser and SPF for day. Cleanser and moisturiser at night, with a spot treatment if needed.

How often should I cleanse my face at uni or college?

Twice daily works for most people. If your skin is very dry, cleanse once at night and rinse with water in the morning.

Which cleanser is best for student skin?

Opt for a gentle gel or cream cleanser that does not strip. Foaming gels suit oily or blemish prone skin. Creamy cleansers suit dry or sensitive types.

Do students really need SPF every day?

Yes. Daily SPF helps prevent dark marks from blemishes, protects against premature ageing and keeps tone more even.

What is a good moisturiser for oily or acne prone skin?

Choose oil free or gel textures with ingredients like niacinamide or hyaluronic acid to hydrate without clogging pores.

How can I handle breakouts during exams or stress?

Use a targeted spot treatment with salicylic acid or sulphur, avoid picking and keep your routine simple and consistent.

Are toners and serums necessary for students?

Nice to have, not essential. Add a hydrating serum if you are dry, or a gentle exfoliating toner 2 to 3 times weekly if you have congestion.

How do I manage late nights and make up?

Always remove make up before bed. Micellar water can help, but follow with a proper cleanse to avoid build up.

Can I mix active ingredients as a beginner?

Introduce one active at a time. Start low and slow with retinol or acids, and always use SPF in the daytime.

What if my skin is sensitive?

Choose fragrance free products, patch test new items and focus on barrier support with ceramides and gentle hydration.

Student Skincare Favourites

Simple, Affordable Student Skincare

Unsure Where To Start With Your Skincare Routine?

About Student Skincare Favourites

Discover the Best Student Skincare

Find Your Perfect Student Routine

Advice on Our Student Skincare Range

Frequently Asked Questions