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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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Sigma Beauty E25 Blending Brush

£16.14 £19.00 15% offsaving

Sigma Beauty SigMagic Brushampoo Foam

£16.14 £19.00 15% offsaving

Nip+Fab Glycolic Extreme Bubble Sheet Mask

£7.00

Sigma Beauty E05 - Eye Liner Brush

£11.89 £14.00 15% offsaving

Sigma Beauty F08 Precision Powder

£23.79 £28.00 15% offsaving

Nip+Fab Glycolic Fix Scrub Extreme

£14.95

NEOM Perfect Peace Essential Oil Blend with packaging on a white background

NEOM Perfect Peace Essential Oil Blend 10ml

£17.24 £23.00 25% offsaving

Sigma Beauty Highlighter

From £22.94 £27.00 15% offsaving

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NEOM Uplifting Hand Balm 30ml

£8.99 £10.00 10% offsaving

The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Inulin Body Lotion 240ml

£13.10 £13.80 5% offsaving

NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Scented Candle (Travel)

£17.99 £20.00 10% offsaving

NEOM Calming Hand Balm 30ml

£8.99 £10.00 10% offsaving

Sigma Beauty All Eyes Brush Trio

£44.19 £52.00 15% offsaving

Sigma Beauty Cool Neutrals Eyeshadow Palette

£43.34 £51.00 15% offsaving

Sigma Beauty F85 Airbrush Kabuki

£25.49 £30.00 15% offsaving

The Elements Purifying Detox Mask

£8.00

Medicube Zero Pore One Day Cream 50ml

£24.99

Nip+Fab Glycolic Fix Serum

£19.95

Hairburst Hydrating & Balancing Scalp Tonic

Formulated for optimal scalp health, Hairburst Hydrating & Balancing Scalp Tonic soothes dry, itchy, and flaky scalps.

£25.00

NEOM Feel Refreshed Scented Candle (3 Wicks)

£49.49 £55.00 10% offsaving

TONYMOLY WONDER Rice Smoothing Toner 500ml

£15.74 £22.50 30% offsaving

NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Intensive Skin Treatment Candle

£44.09 £49.00 10% offsaving

NEOM Jasmine, Bergamot & Geranium Essential Oil Blend 10ml

£26.99 £30.00 10% offsaving

NIP+FAB Salicylic Fix Spot Rescue Patches

£10.95

Sigma Beauty Color + Shape Brow Powder Duo

From £16.14 £19.00 15% offsaving

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BEAUTYPRO Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum 30ml

£8.99 £10.00 10% offsaving

Sigma Beauty Cream Blush - Coral Dawn

£22.94 £27.00 15% offsaving

NEOM Big Day Energy Face Mist

£23.39 £26.00 10% offsaving

Nip+Fab Retinol Fix Intense Over-Night Treatment Cream bottle

Nip+Fab Retinol Fix Intense Over-Night Treatment Cream - CLEARANCE

£25.99 £29.95 13% offsaving

Sigma Beauty E42 Precision Firm Blender Brush

£14.44 £17.00 15% offsaving

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CeraVe Intensive Moisturising Lotion 236ml

£15.00

Nip+Fab Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml

£16.90

Neom Cosy Nights essential oil blend bottle and packaging on a white background

NEOM Cosy Nights Essential Oil Blend 10ml

£17.24 £23.00 25% offsaving

Hello Sunday The Self Tan One Self Tan Drops

£13.99 £20.00 30% offsaving

NEOM Great Day Hand Lotion 300ml

£19.99 £25.00 20% offsaving

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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Dermatologist Recommended

La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVmune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF 50+

La Roche-Posay's Anthelios UVmune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF 50+ is a very high UVB/UVA sun protection for the face, specifically developed for sensitive skin. It contains their new exclusive UV filter MEXORYL40 to help protect...

£20.00

Dermatologist Recommended

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo+M Moisturiser for Oily, Blemish-Prone Skin 40ml

£18.50

Dermatologist Recommended

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Suractivated Anti-wrinkle Replumping Serum 30ml

Target loss of elasticity, volume and hydration with the fast absorbing La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Hyaluronic Acid Serum.

£45.00

FTF Award Winner

CeraVe Moisturising Cream 454g

This rich moisturising cream keeps skin hydrated all day thanks to three essential ceramides. The CeraVe Moisturising Cream can be used on the face and body as needed.

£17.00

Dermatologist Recommended

CeraVe Eye Repair Cream

CeraVe Eye Repair Cream has been developed with dermatologists to visibly reduce puffiness, dark circles and restore skins protective barrier around the delicate eye area.

£14.50

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Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray

Create sleek, silky tresses with Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray, a silicone-free hairspray that reduces frizz, controls moisture levels and smooths. Formulated with a heat-activated polymer, this humidity-proofing treatment compresses, tightens, and seals the...

From £9.99 £12.50 20% offsaving

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CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion

Lightweight moisturiser for use in the evening with three essential ceramides, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid.

£16.50

Dermatologist Recommended

CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser 236ml

CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser 236ml is a non-foaming, gentle and hydrating cleansing lotion formulated with three essential ceramides and hyaluronic acid.

£12.50

Dermatologist Recommended

CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser 236ml

The CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser is ideally formulated for dry, rough and bumpy skin and it contains three essential ceramides. salicylic acid and hyaluronic acid.

£14.50

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