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Must have products for college (clothes, beauty, etc.)
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items My must have products for college daily life! My ride or dies! From beauty buys to basics for class! Trust me when I tell you that you NEED this stuff.
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Shower
Makeup
Other
Basics for class
Going out clothes
Shower
Communal showers do not have the best water… let me help
Best conditioner if you have buildup or are struggling with hard water. Always leaves my hair feeling the softest its ever felt.
EverPure Sulfate Free Restoring Conditioner with Antioxidants - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
This shampoo SAVED my hair from that communal shower water. This shampoo would even be great if you had some buildup too. It is gentle enough to be used every wash!
Apple Cider Vinegar Blend Clarify & Shine Shampoo - Aveeno
I use this cleanser once a week on my face and arms (I have KP). My skin cleared up sooooo fast.
8.0 oz Renewing SA Cleanser, Salicylic Acid Face Wash for Balanced Skin - CeraVe | Ulta Beauty
This leave in conditioner is the best. It doubles as a heat protectant and using it after my shower leaves my hair feeling sooooo soft once it dries.
Travel Size Leave In Conditioner - OUAI | Ulta Beauty
I use this cleanser everyday. It removes all of my makeup and does not make me breakout.
8.0 oz Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Face Wash for Balanced to Dry Skin - CeraVe | Ulta Beauty
This is one of the best products for my KP bumps. It is so hard to find something that actually works, but if you use this consistently you will see results!
KP Bumps Be Gone Cream with 15% Lactic Acid AHA - AmLactin | Ulta Beauty
Makeup
If you ever feel like dressing up for class or a night out, these are my favs <3
If I could swear by one product, this would be it. All of my friends have bought this, it truly makes my lashes look 5x longer than they actually are AND helps my mascara stay for so much longer. I could nottttt recommend this enough.
Soft Black Lash Sensational Sky High Tinted Mascara Primer - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
Tried and true. Just trust me, this mascara on top of the lash primer…. so good.
Black Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara - Essence | Ulta Beauty
Love this, I use it as my foundation in a shade darker than my skin so I get a good tan!
903 Medium True Match Lumi Glotion Natural Glow Bronzing Enhancer - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
Favorite bronzer, I use it for special events and going out.
Soft Bronze Sculpt Tape Contour - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
Face tanner and lotion with spf! I use this every morning in place of face makeup whenever I am dressing down. I get so many compliments on my tan, Even in the winter!
Jergens Natural Glow SPF 20 Face Moisturizer, Self Tanner, Medium to Deep Skin, 2 oz
Dupe for the Benetint. I love this stuff it stays for hours and is so cheap.
Kiss From a Rose What A Tint! Lip & Cheek Tint - Essence | Ulta Beauty
Ok this is a must because it stays on ALL night. Put this on when you are getting ready and it will stay for your whole night out. This is used by sooo many girls on my floor.
03 p-INKED Peel Off Lip Liner STAY-N - SACHEU | Ulta Beauty
I love using these lash trios because I am not too talented when it comes to applying lashes, these are super easy to apply and still give a great effect. You can also control how dramtic you want the lashes to be!
Soft Touch Trios False Eyelash in Short & Medium Length - Ardell | Ulta Beauty
I love this, it smells so good and leaves my lips feeling so soft.
Glaze Craze Tinted Polypeptide Lip Serum Treatment
Other
All of my other must-haves for college that do not fall into the other categories.
My favorite tanning product ever! I have sensitive skin, so I love being able to use my own moisturizer. All of my friends began to use this too.
Mini Face + Body Self Tan Drops - Tanologist | Ulta Beauty
Okay I promise this is necessary for a night out when you want your hair to be textured and looking sleek ALL NIGHT.
Triple Sec 3-in-1 Finishing Spray - Drybar
I have been using this backpack for going on 3 years now and I love love love it. It is worth the money…
New Crew Backpack 22L *Updated | Men's Bags,Purses,Wallets | lululemon
I use this pouch for everything. I use it every single day and it has never let me down. I carry it with me to keep my student ID with me at all times, but I also keep my car keys, room key, everything on here!
Dual Pouch Wristlet | Women's Bags,Purses,Wallets | lululemon
This is the best smelling body spray. I get so many compliments and it lasts so long.
Victoria's Secret Bare Vanilla
If there was one thing I would reccomend for college, it would be this. For some reason this is just the best fan on the market.
Woozoo 5 Speed ABS and Polypropylene Multi-Oscillating Vortex Fan
My roommate got this perfume and it makes our room smell so good whenever she uses it. It also lasts sooo long, I had to buy it for myself.
3.3 oz St. Barts Hair & Body Mist - OUAI | Ulta Beauty
I love this lotion because it is a great gradual face tanner that is safe for sensitive skin. It also has SPF which is such a plus!
Jergens Natural Glow Face Moisturizer Fair to Medium, SPF 20 Self Tanner, Sunscreen, 2 oz
Basics for class
You need these tops! They will get soooo much use, trust me…. slim-fit shirts that have a clean, put-together look for class, every day of the week.
SHEIN BASICS 3pcs/Pack Solid Color Knitted Long Sleeve Slim Fit Boat Neck ...
Such a cute and comfy sweater for class or even a chill night out to dinner with friends. This is such good quality…
SHEIN LUNE Striped Pattern Off Shoulder Lantern Sleeve Sweater, ...
Soooo I know these are expensive but TRUST ME they are so worth it. The best leggings EVER. My friends borrow these all of the time.
lululemon Align™ High-Rise Pant 28" | Women's Leggings/Tights
These are my favorite sweatpants. Ok, tmi but they make my butt look SO good. I get so many comliments.
UltraFleece Cargo Sweatpants
The cutest tank top/sports bra. Great for class or going to the gym. I get sooo many compliments on this.
OFFLINE By Aerie Real Me Low Key Longline Sports Bra
Going out clothes
These are my favorite staples for when I go out. I promise your friends will be begging to borrow these!
These little shorts are an absolute staple. These are so popular right now! These are perfect and can be dressed up with a pair of heeled black boots or even dressed down for a chill girls night. These are a must have!
Faux Leather Micro Shorts
This shirt is just perfect! It is so flattering and so perfect for a night out. I always get so many compliments on this shirt!
Hannah Lace Halter Corset Top
Such a good basic corset. This shirt with a pair of low waisted jeans, amazing. This is just a perfect shirt….
Amaya Lace Bustier Top
This is my FAVORITE skirt in the whole world. I am not even kidding. It is sooo flattering AND it has shorts underneath. Trust me when I tell you this is next level.
Denim Micro Skort
Cute dress for a girls night! This dress is super slimming and flattering, the dress is also great quality!
OFFLINE By Aerie Real Me XTRA Night Out Midi Tube Dress
The cutest most flattering top - also affordable considering the quality
Tazia Dark Red Lace Knit V-Neck Tank Top
Cutest backless tank - perfect for a chill night out
Let's Tie It Black Tie-Back Cropped Tank Top