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The stress of back-to-school shopping and prepping can be overwhelming. We get it all done but can become totally exhausted by the routine. What might this mean for you, if you’re anything like me?
Stress Induced Acne
That’s right. Sometimes when you’re feeling down, your body likes to knock you down one more time. Acne always comes at the worst times and for me back to school was one of those times. This is why it is so very important to stick to a solid skincare routine before and after returning to school. Taking care of your skin day in and day out will make it less vulnerable to those blackheads and mysterious bumps we all hate so much. Why worry over those silly things when you’ve got a whole semester ahead of you?
There are staple products in my skincare routine that I have found tremendously helpful in maintaining happy, healthy & glowing skin. It is important to remember that the products don’t work magically overnight, no. I have found that consistency is key. A full bedtime routine is absolutely crucial and a lighter morning routine will bring your skin to life!
My Glowing Back-To-School Staples
PM Routine:
Step 1:
Shaving Cream with Aloe // other skin-soothing agents
I never thought twice about shaving cream until I tried out a product that had aloe in it. The shave leaves your skin feeling so much smoother; it’s incredible. There is a huge difference, in my opinion, between generic shaving creams and those that have quality, healthy ingredients meant for making your skin smooth again.
Step 2:
Neutrogena® Body Clear® Body Wash – Pink Grapefruit
Taking a shower without a quality body wash just isn’t the same. I love how after a long day of hard work, Neutrogena® Body Clear® Body Wash – Pink Grapefruit makes my skin feel soft again. The product also contains Vitamin C and grapefruit extract which is great for the skin! If you want to smell good and look good, this is the wash for you too.
Step 3:
Neutrogena® Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Facial Cleanser
I am all about products being oil-free since oil-based products typically make me break out worse. Using this has helped me to prevent those pesky blackheads, it’s in the MicroClear® Technology. Neutrogena’s® Pink Grapefruit Wash is completely oil-free which clears those unwanted breakouts and uplifts the skin! Also, the pink grapefruit (derived from grapefruit extract) smells amazing.
Step 4:
All-Natural Lip Treatment
My lips get so dry when I don’t take care of them. Honestly, I think it’s their way of getting back at me for not practicing self-care. That’s why I use an all-natural treatment before bed that will make them look and feel healthy again. Treatments do much more than a simple lip balm.
Step 5:
Sensitive Skin Body Lotion + Facial Moisturizer
Taking care of your skin is super important. Especially when you’re going back to school and packing all those cute crop tops, jeans skirts, and bodycon dresses. Don’t you want to look your best? Hydrating your skin at night will let the moisturizer soak in and work its magic! I never go to bed without applying mine.
AM Routine:
Step 1:
Clean & Clear® Deep Action Exfoliating Scrub
It may seem silly, but I find it helpful to have a different facial cleanser for the AM + PM. This Clean & Clear® scrub makes the skin feel vibrant and rejuvenated after a long night’s sleep. The exfoliating scrub feels unreal when it comes in contact with your skin. It really makes me feel alive before I step out for the day and has a cooling effect.
Step 2:
Tinted Moisturizer // Face & Body
At night I use a more simple moisturizer with intense hydrating agents for ultra-smooth skin in the morning. Then, in the morning, I use a tinted moisturizer on my face and body for added color and smooth, glowing skin. The tinted moisturizer can even be a replacement for a foundation when you don’t have enough time!
Step 3:
All-Natural Lip Balm
I never went to class without at least one lip balm in my bag. Let’s be real… I probably had about 30 floating around in there on some rare occasions. Keeping a product on your lips all day will prevent them from drying out and make you feel that much more confident! Colored or not, you’ll be good to go from class-to-class throughout the day.
Where do you shop for these?
I hit Target up for pretty much everything. I’m one of their frequent fliers who goes in for one product and comes out with 20+ things that were totally unrelated (snacks, lip-gloss, you name it). They have an incredible beauty & skin care selection where I find all of my products together. You can download the Cartwheel app for rewarding ways to save at Target. They have some sweet offers throughout August on all of my favorite Neutrogena® Cosmetics and other essentials. Yes, I 100% will be stocking up on August 1st.
Some of these $$$ promotions include:
- Save 20% on Neutrogena® cosmetics every weekend in August, Thursday-Sunday, on Cartwheel
- Buy one Clean & Clear® product, get one 25% off
- Buy 3 Neutrogena® facial skincare product, get a $5 gift card
This post is sponsored by CLEAN & CLEAR® and NEUTROGENA®. I only recommend products I use personally and believe my followers will also enjoy! Some of the products mentioned were provided by CLEAN & CLEAR® and NEUTROGENA® for this review