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Back to School Survival Kit 2017

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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Conn Coll chapter.

With midterms wrapping up and final project, tests, and essays on the horizon, this year’s Back to School Survival Kit has everything you need to make it to the end of the semester!

We all know that college dorms aren’t always the cleanest. Steripod clip-on toothbrush protectors will keep your toothbrush clean and fresh for up to 3 months. The pod-like design will also block out any random sink hairs, comes in different colors to perfectly match your shower caddy, is easy to clean, and takes up little space.

 

Freeman Beauty has literally the best face masks for detoxing, cleansing, and rejuvenating your skin. Stress from classes is real, so it’s always nice to take a self-care break. These 5-10 minute masks are a perfect way to do that, and most double as daily face wash. My personal favorite is the Charcoal and Black Sugar gel mask and scrub, but there are different kinds for all skin types including a Cucumber and Pink Sugar mask, and a Manuka Honey and Tea Tree Oil mask.

 

If you need another way to take a moment for yourself, Spindrift® has some great sparkling water in different flavors. The crisp taste of the drink will really help you relax. Personally, the raspberry lime is the best because of its tangy yet sweet taste. But if that’s not your style, there are plenty of other flavors to choose from including grapefruit, lemon, and cucumber.

 

I don’t know about you, but my hair takes forever to tame. I hate to use products that make my hair feel heavy or oily. That’s why I love Bed Head by TIGI hairsprays and dry shampoo. They help keep my hair smelling fresh and looking good with long-lasting style for whatever I have planned.

 

Let’s be real. Sometimes we like to throw a little shade. The best way to throw shade is in a good pair of shades. The Back to School Survival Kit’s got you covered with a cute pair of sunglasses from Aéropostale that would absolutely look great with a pair of their jeans (right now there’s a sale! So you should totally check it out right after you’re done reading this).

 

 

Have you ever struggled to stay awake in a long lecture? I know I have! HI-CHEW is a huge help with this. Their fruity and chewy candy is both super tasty and effective. A couple are in this Survival Kit, but if that’s not enough for you, you can pick up a bigger bag at most stores like Target, Costco, or Walmart.

 

The last product in this kit is perfect to help you stay organized. Erin Condren’s life and academic planners help simplify your busy life in an organized, inspiring, and stylish way. Each planner comes in different cover patterns to match your taste and a place for you to plan, schedule, and stay on top of class, assignments, work, and your social life. Get one of these and you can be beautiful and organized.

 

Ana is a sophomore at Connecticut College. A double Theater and English major and Secondary Education Certification Scholar. 
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