Ten Almost Ten: Affordable Skincare Products
By Hannah Doolin
Being a college student is a stressful experience. The second most stressful time of the semester has passed: midterms. Now, finals are quickly approaching. What comes with stress of finals? Acne breakouts. So, here are ten skincare products that you can get at the local Walmart or online that may not clear your mind, but might clear your skin!
#1 COSRX Acne Pimple Master Patch
$6.99 for 24 Count
Let’s be honest…at no point does anyone want to deal with a pesky pimple. The solution? These pimple patches! They are a quick option to leave on overnight — or even during the day!
#2 CeraVe Hydrating/Foaming Facial Cleanser
$14.15/$11.00
These CeraVe cleansers are the best cleansers for the price (and arguably overall). Each cleanser protects the skin barrier, leaving your face feeling clean without drying your skin out. The hydrating cleanser is best used by those with dry skin, whereas the foaming facial cleanser is best used by those with oily skin.
#3 Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Lotion
$12.18
Moisturizer is one of the most basic steps to a skincare routine, yet it can be hard to find one that doesn’t make your skin breakout. This facial lotion works well to prevent breakouts without irritating sensitive, acne-prone skin.
#4 Differin 0.1% Adapalene Acne Treatment Gel
$14.97
Acne patches are a blessing to this world, but they are not a magical fix. This Differin Gel is a great alternative to the pimple patches that are more aggressive and non-irritating. For the size of the bottle, the price seems hefty, but this product works best when it is used sparingly.
#5 POND’S Rejuveness Lifting & Brightening Eye Cream
$7.44
Just because the stress of midterms takes off several years of a students life does not mean that has to be shown physically! This eye cream is anti-aging and will do the trick in keeping a youthful look.
#6 Cetaphil Deep Hydration Refreshing Eye Serum
$13.59
Like the eye cream before, cetaphil provides another option, although slightly more expensive than the previous one. This hyaluronic acid, vitamin E & vitamin B5, under eye cream for dark circles and puffiness is a great choice to soothe and heal dark circles and puffiness.
#7 Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay Deep Pore Cleansing
$12.99
If you want to relax with a face mask, this clay mask is a great choice! On Amazon, this mask has received 23,129 global ratings, 77% of which are 5/5 stars.
#8 CeraVe Acne Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum
$16.96
If you are looking to spice up your skincare routine — add this face serum to it! Not only will it make you feel glamorous, but it also treats your acne and acne scarring. One Amazon review says, “I used this for over two weeks now and it’s reduced my scars and I’m noticing less breakout, too…doesn’t make your skin dry either. Great product!”
#9 Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water, For All Skin Types
$6.54
This micellar cleansing water is a great cleanser in of itself, but it is also the best makeup remover. Make-up wipes, and even creams, can be irritating and inefficient in removing all leftover makeup, but not only is it non-irritating, it leaves little — if any — residue.
#10 CeraVe AM Face Moisturizer with Sunscreen SPF 30
$10.97
Keeping your skin moisturized is important. It’s also important to protect your skin from the sun. This moisturizer and sunscreen in one is a great option that won’t leave your skin oily or with a white cast.
