Back to School Skincare Essentials: Gear Up for a Healthier You

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Whether you’re a student or the parent of one, making the transition from a laidback summer schedule to the chaos of back-to-school is super challenging! 

All those late-night study seshes, early morning classes, weekend sport meets, and PTA meetings really do a number on us, and not just in the ways you would expect. Increased stress, lack of sleep – these things impact your mental health and acuity, but they also have a profound effect on your skin. 

When you look at your daily agenda, you may wonder where you could possibly make time for building a skincare regimen that prioritizes health, hydration, and brightening. 

Wonder no more! Touch MedSpa’s Back-To-School Skincare Essentials list will help you make the transition from vacay vibes to school grind smoother.

3 Back to School Skincare Products We Love

Without further ado, here are three skincare products we love that are quick and easy to apply (very important for those mad morning dashes) and will combat the effects of back-to-school stress and lack of sleep.

  1. Eye Balm by Skinceuticals for Dark, Puffy Eyes

Nothing identifies a haggard student (or parent of a student) more than dark, puffy under-eyes. 

To restore life to your eye area (and reduce the appearance of crow’s feet, as well), try the Eye Balm by Skinceuticals. Just swipe this creamy formula onto the skin of your under-eyes after you wash your face, but before you apply moisturizer. 

  1. Retinol Skin Brightener from ZO Skin Health for Brighter Complexion

When you’re still getting used to your early morning school schedule, without proper care, your skin can take on a dull, uneven tone. The texture can become bumpy, too, causing any makeup you apply to look mottled. 

That’s why we highly recommend the Retinol Skin Brightener from ZO Skin Health. This 0.25% retinol solution promotes exfoliation of the skin to even out your skin’s texture, and it also adds a glow to the skin which will make you look refreshed instead of like you just rolled out of bed. 

For best results, apply it to dry skin after cleansing your face. 

  1. Mineral Sunscreen Lotion from SkinBetter Science for Anti-Aging Sun Protection

Ask any dermatologist, and they’ll tell you the key to keeping your skin looking awake, healthy, and youthful year-round is applying a high SPF sunscreen. 

We like the sunbetter TONE SMART SPF 75 Sunscreen Lotion by SkinBetter Science because it contains minerals with antioxidative properties. These natural ingredients protect your skin from harmful UV rays and pollution without clogging your pores. 

Best of all, this sunscreen is tinted, meaning you can use it to add a little color to your face at the end of your skincare routine and skip the makeup on those days you feel rushed. 

Maintain a Balanced and Skin Healthy Lifestyle With Touch MedSpa

As you embark on a new academic year, maintaining a balance between work, life, and self-care will go a long way to keeping you sane. 

When it comes to the self-care part of that juggling act, Touch MedSpa in North Myrtle Beach is here to help. All the products we recommended above are available through our website or in-store for your convenience. We also offer more in-depth, personalized skin treatments for when you need a little more TLC than your daily skin regimen allows. 

Ready to cultivate a healthier you this fall? Reach out to us and schedule a consultation today, and let us help you raise your skin to its fullest potential.