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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Altruist Primer SPF50 30ml

$19.00 $22.00 14% offsaving

Three Sigma makeup brushes with black handles and silver ferrules on a white background

Sigma Beauty Essential Base Brush Set

$143.00 $168.00 15% offsaving

Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil with Ginseng Seed & Soybean Oil for All Skin Types 210ml

$28.00 $42.00 33% offsaving

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 473ml

Daily cleanse your skin whilst softening and hydrating with the Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 473ml.

$32.00 $34.00 6% offsaving

Cetaphil Pro Eczema Lotion 295ml

Give your skin 24-hour hydration with Cetaphil Pro Eczema Lotion. Soothing, replenishing, and comforting, bring advanced technology to your skincare routine with this gentle, deeply hydrating lotion.

$29.00 $30.00 3% offsaving

NEOM Wellbeing Candle Trio

$90.00 $100.00 10% offsaving

Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick Mugwort & Camelia for Oily Skin SPF50+ 18g

$26.00 $42.00 38% offsaving

The Ordinary 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil 30ml

Extracted through a cold pressing method to preserve the oil’s integrity, this oil works to reduce signs of photo-ageing.

$20.00 $21.00 5% offsaving

NEOM Complete Bliss Hand Wash Refill 600ml

$70.00 $78.00 10% offsaving

The Ordinary Multi-Antioxidant Radiance Serum 30ml

$28.00 $30.00 7% offsaving

NEOM Real Luxury Room Spray 100ml

$49.00 $54.00 9% offsaving

NEOM skincare products including body polish, body cleanser, and body milk with a red box in the background.

NEOM Energy Boosting Trio (Worth £28)

$35.00 $46.00 24% offsaving

NEOM Real Luxury De-Stress Bath Foam

$53.00 $58.00 9% offsaving

The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% 30ml

$16.00 $16.00

NEOM Wellbeing Pod Mini+ Waterless Essential Oil Diffuser - White and Happiness Essential Oil Blend Duo (Worth £92)

$154.00 $171.00 10% offsaving

NEOM Super Shower Power Body Cleanser 500ml

$56.00 $62.00 10% offsaving

Neom candle and packaging on a white background

NEOM Sparkling Joy 3 Wick Candle 420g

$90.00 $120.00 25% offsaving

The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan 100ml

$24.00 $25.00 4% offsaving

COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid

A BHA liquid toner made with Willow Bark and Niacinamide that removes blackheads and sebum while gently exfoliating the skin.

$35.00 $62.00 44% offsaving

Hello Sunday The One For Your Hands SPF30

$15.00 $21.00 29% offsaving

BEAUTYPRO VITAMIN C Brightening Sheet Mask

$10.00 $11.00 9% offsaving

The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane 30ml

$15.00 $16.00 6% offsaving

The Ordinary Squalane + Amino Acids Lip Balm 15ml

$17.00 $18.00 6% offsaving

COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF50 PA+++

Formulated with Aloe Leaf, this soothing sun cream is lightweight, ultra-hydrating and quickly absorbs into the skin without any grease or residue.

$28.00 $46.00 39% offsaving

NEOM Real Luxury Magnesium Bath Milk 300ml

$75.00 $83.00 10% offsaving

Beauty of Joseon Renew Radiance Cleansing Balm with Ginseng Root & Rice Oil for Dry Skin 100ml

$28.00 $36.00 22% offsaving

NEOM Real Luxury Hand Lotion 300ml

$42.00 $52.00 19% offsaving

BEAUTYPRO RETINOL Anti-Ageing Sheet Mask

$12.00 $13.00 8% offsaving

Sigma Beauty Spectrum Color-Correcting Duo

From $48.00 $56.00 14% offsaving

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Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner with AHA & BHA for All Skin Types 150ml

$26.00 $27.00 4% offsaving

NEOM Real Luxury De-Stress Essential Oil Blend 10ml

$43.00 $48.00 10% offsaving

Color Wow Dreaming Advanced Repair and Resurfacing Treatment 215ml

$66.00 $82.00 20% offsaving

NEOM Perfect Night's Sleep Bath Foam

$53.00 $58.00 9% offsaving

Sigma Beauty Renew Lip Oil

From $28.00 $46.00 39% offsaving

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Medicube Triple Collagen Serum 4.0 55ml

$53.00

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.