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10 Skin Care Tips To Get You Through This Semester

Because we all go through it.

Carson Armstrong

Sep 26, 2019

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10 Skin Care Tips To Get You Through This Semester

Carson Armstrong

By no means am I a dermatology professional or skin care expert. I simply am a college student that has struggled with acne for years. Therefore, I know my way around cleansers, toners, moisturizers, serums, and so many more products. Acne destroyed my self esteem for years and affected the way I presented myself. Now that I have an established skincare routine, my skin is flourishing and so am I. Realizing that acne can be detrimental to self esteem, I wanted to share some skincare tips that have saved my life and might help other people out there. Right now is probably one of the most stressful times of the year, with first tests rolling around. People might be giving up self care to sacrifice for studying but here are some quick tips that will get you through even the most difficult of times.

DISCLAIMER: Everyone's skin is different and different things work for different people.

Take of your makeup as soon as you don't need it.

I have always heard to take off my makeup before I go to sleep. However, I have found much more success in taking it off as soon as I don't need to go anywhere else. I have super sensitive skin so I feel like letting the makeup sit there for more than necessary will do more harm.

Go to a dermatologist.

You might be thinking "duh, this is a no brainer." However, these people get paid to know skin. My dermatologist has been a life saver. I also recognize that not everyone can afford to go to the derm. However if you have access, they can hugely improve your skin.

Close pores with cold water after a shower/washing your face.

I am super lazy and I wash my face in the shower. I have discovered, though, that as long as I close my pores with cold water, I don't need to wash my face over the skin with water dripping down my arms. Not doing this will allow pores to absorb all the germs and dirt from your surroundings, resulting in blackhead or even worse, pustules. It takes maybe thirty seconds and makes all the difference.

Don't overuse products.

Cleansers, masks, toners, moisturizers, serums, OH MY! Using all these products can cause build up and make your skin worse. Find the ones that work for you and stick to them.

Know your skin type.

I still struggle with this one because your skin can change depending on a variety of factors. However, if you take the time and get to know your skin, you will be able to find the products that work for you.

Limit your intake of sugar.

I have an intense sweet tooth so I understand how difficult this may be. However, find literally any area to eliminate. I only drink water and green tea, therefore limiting my intake of sugar through sweet drinks and soda. Find what works for you and moderate.

Find a way to relax.

Telling this to students is a mute point, I'm aware. However, stress is a major contributor to breakouts and by limiting stress, you will be able to see a sparkling difference.

Avoid touching your face.

This is a repeat of literally every beauty guru. However, this is so important. You carry around germs form everything you've touched from the day. When you touch your face, you are basically depositing bacteria from your hand into your pores and providing them an environment to fester. I know, disgusting.

Read the ingredients on your products.

Different ingredients work for different people and if you keep buying a product with a trigger in it, you won't be able to make your skin look better. It's all about being aware of what works for you.

Watch your diet.

What you put into your body is going to come out in some shape or form. If you eat foods that are greasy or sugary in nature, you may see an increase in breakouts. Again, moderation is key.

While I know acne is stressful, remember that it is natural. Everyone gets acne sometimes. It is nothing to feel ashamed about.

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Because we all go through it.

Take of your makeup as soon as you don't need it.

Go to a dermatologist.

Close pores with cold water after a shower/washing your face.

Don't overuse products.

Know your skin type.

Limit your intake of sugar.

Find a way to relax.

Avoid touching your face.

Read the ingredients on your products.

Watch your diet.

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Phase One: The “I got this” phase

Phase Two: The “I have time” phase

Phase Three: The uncontrollable sobbing phase

Phase Four: The “help me, I've fallen and I can't get up” phase

Phase Five: The rejoicing phase

10 ways to prepare for finals week—beginning with getting to the library.

Who knows where we would be without them.

1. Thank you for laughing at my jokes, even when they really aren’t funny.

2. Thank you for singing unbearably loud with me all the time.

3. Thank you for letting me vent to you for hours about anything and basically being my personal therapist.

4. Thank you for ordering pizza with me at 2 in the morning.

5. Thank you for all the movie days when we don’t feel like moving.

6. Thank you for being my workout buddy everyday.

7. Thank you for sharing your closets with me.

8. Thank you for taking naps with me at random hours during the day.

9. Thank you for cleaning our home with me when we absolutely need to.

10. Thank you for all the rides when it’s late and you don’t want me to walk home alone in the dark.

11. Thank you for studying with me in our kitchen when we didn't want to go the library.

12. Thank you for making dinner with me.

13. Thank you for helping with my hair, makeup and outfit every time we go out.

14. Thank you for taking countless ugly pictures with me.

15. Thank you for not judging me when I go too long without showering.

16. Thank you for making our apartment feel like a second home.

17. Thank you for being there through all of our boy troubles.

18. Thank you for giving me a hug when I feel homesick.

19. Thank you for getting excited with me when one of us gets a good grade on an exam.

20. Thank you for still being my friend and not judging me when I say or do dumb things.

21. Thank you for telling me what I should do when I am sick.

22. Thank you for dancing horribly with me everywhere we go.

23. Thank you for staying up super late with me when we aren’t tired or can’t sleep.

24. Thank you for being super weird with me.

25. Thank you for all the unforgettable college memories.

26. And most of all, thank you for being the best friends a girl could have.

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2. "What class do I need to study for the most?"

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5."I have no idea what I'm reading."

6. "I should call my smart friend about this."

7. "I’m going to fail. I’m going to fail."

8. "I’m dropping out of school."

9. "What grade do I have to get on the final to pass the class?"

10. "Oh, no, I have to do good."

11. "I shouldn’t have procrastinated all semester."

12. "I wanna go to bed."

13. "We did not learn this!"

14. "I should go get food."

15. "Why do we even have finals?"

16. "I don’t want to be at the library."

17. "Get off your phone."

18. "I can watch Netflix for like 20 minutes and then go back to studying."

19. "I shouldn’t have watched Netflix."

20. "You have to study now!"

The "Happiest Place on Earth" has a lot of characters with some pretty great advice.

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To infinity and beyond. — Buzz Lightyear

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Let it go. — Elsa

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