Sunday, November 27, 2011

Back to College: must-have beauty products!


There are endless beauty supplies out there. For your hair, for your face, for your body. The list goes on and on. I haven't tried everything, but i have tried ALOT! Out of everything I've tried, these are the products I've found work the best and are absolute NEEDS when it comes to school and school preperation (really just everyday life!!):
FOR HAIR:
1. TRESemme Heat Tamer Spray- Apply before both blow-drying and applying direct heat (curling iron, straightener, waver, etc.) to hair to minimize heat damage. Makes hair feel softer and healthier all around!

2. ANY KIND of Detangler Spray- Apply preferably to wet hair before brushing/combing. Gives hair softer feeling regardless if your hair is actually that full of tangles. Plus, most come in scents that smell good!
***Not a must-have, but the Bedhead Wave Artist is an awesome hair waver! They are pretty cheap at Walmart and give very cute results. If you're looking for a way to switch up your hairstyle, this product is PERFECT!

FOR THE FACE:
--- Disclaimer: most of these products will be for acne prone skin, although I'm sure they would work just as well for skin that is not.
1. Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Scrub- Apply to face in the morning and night. Not only does it smell good, but it also works to cleanse, revive, and protect. I've found scrubs work the best at actually getting to your pores and removing the dirt rather than "liquid" washes. Oil-Free quality is also a must with acne.
2. Mary Kay Blemish Control Toner- Apply after washing your face once per day. The toner contains 2% salicylic acid for medicated acne treatment. Reduces pore size and fights acne. (it's directed to only use once per day because it can be drying)
3. Velocity Lightweight Moisturizer by Mary Kay- Apply twice-a-day after washing your face. Very light so it doesn't clog pores, but keeps skin hydrated.
For at-college face issues:
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Don't forget your powder! An oily face can creep up on you at any time, and it is not attractive!!

FOR THE BODY:
--- I'm not very big on body stuff. A good lotion and body wash is good enough for me. However, shaving is very important to me!
1. Schick Intuition Plus "Razor"- This product comes with a built in bar of soap around the razor so no shaving cream is needed. Available relatively cheap at any grocery or drugstore. *TIP: When using this razor, it is best to store out of the shower. I've found it "melts" the soap faster if kept in the shower while not in use.

Hope you find that these products work well, also! I'll definitely being using all of these as I prepare to go back to school this week. I'm not super excited about it, but with all of these products, I'll definitely be ready in the beauty aspect!
Enjoy YOUR COLLEGE year and take care of yourself!!

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