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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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K18 PEPTIDE PREP Pro Chelating Hair Complex 300ml (Worth £120)

£60.00 £120.00 50% offsaving

The Ordinary GF 15% Solution 30ml

£12.82 £13.50 5% offsaving

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum 30ml

£15.10 £15.90 5% offsaving

NEOM Essential Oil Blend Scent Discovery Set

£31.49 £35.00 10% offsaving

The Ordinary 3-Step Routine – Blemish Control

£32.48 £34.20 5% offsaving

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 V2 Next Gen 30ml

£8.35 £8.80 5% offsaving

The Ordinary Natural Moisturising Factors + HA 100ml

£12.15 £12.80 5% offsaving

Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Moisturiser 88ml

Lightweight and oil-free, the Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Moisturiser 88ml moisturises your skin without blocking your pores. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, this deeply hydrating cream locks in moisture for up to 24 hours.

£13.62 £14.50 6% offsaving

K18 Astrolift 118ml

£44.00

The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% 30ml

£10.54 £11.10 5% offsaving

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 30ml

£4.74 £5.00 5% offsaving

The Ordinary 3-Step Routine – Balanced & Healthy

£39.42 £41.50 5% offsaving

ISOSKIN Hypochlorous Spray 110ml

£8.49 £10.00 15% offsaving

Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum with Propolis & Niacinamide for Enlarged Pores & Inflammation 30ml

£11.95 £12.49 4% offsaving

NEOM Great Day Hand Wash Refill 600ml

£31.49 £35.00 10% offsaving

NEOM Wellbeing Pod Oil Diffuser

£89.09 £99.00 10% offsaving

The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser 150ml

£14.15 £14.90 5% offsaving

NEOM Perfect Night’s Sleep Face Oil 28ml

£41.39 £46.00 10% offsaving

The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion 15ml

£14.43 £15.20 5% offsaving

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Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 x70

£21.99

Altruist Face Fluid Sunscreen SPF30 50ml

£8.04 £9.25 13% offsaving

AimX Mask Set 6 Sheets

£36.95

NEOM Moments of Wellbeing in The Palm of Your Hand

£30.59 £34.00 10% offsaving

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NEOM Essential Oil Blend Scent The Season Discovery Set

£29.74 £35.00 15% offsaving

K18 Molecular Repair Hair Oil 10ml

£27.00

NEOM Real Luxury Reed Diffuser Refill 100ml

£34.19 £38.00 10% offsaving

The Ordinary 3 Step Routine - Dehydration

The Ordinary 3-Step Routine – Hydration Boost

£53.28 £56.10 5% offsaving

AimX Moisturising Sheet Mask with Peptides "Hydrate Me" 5 Sheets x 25ml

£35.95

K18 Molecular Repair Hair Oil 30ml

£65.00

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NEOM Christmas Wish 3 Wick Candle 420g

£49.29 £58.00 15% offsaving

The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution 30ml

£5.79 £6.10 5% offsaving

The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG 30ml

Aqua (Water), Caffeine, Maltodextrin, Glycerin, Propanediol, Epigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside, Gallyl Glucoside, Hyaluronic Acid, Oxidized Glutathione, Melanin, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Xanthan gum, Lactic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate,...

£7.97 £8.40 5% offsaving

NEOM Wellbeing Discovery Collection

£44.99 £50.00 10% offsaving

NEOM Happiness Reed Diffuser 100ml

£43.99 £55.00 20% offsaving

The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum 30ml

£16.43 £17.30 5% 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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Beauty of Joseon Rice Sunscreen with Rice Water & Prebiotic Complex SPF50+ for All Skin Types 50ml

£12.40 £15.95 22% offsaving

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.