As we all try to figure out relationships, careers, and school, sometimes there just isn’t much time left to hunt down beauty products that will work for us, too. Since most of us probably don’t have hours to kill pondering about which nail polish will fit our lifestyle or what our shampoo can really do for us, HC talked to Lauren Wahlquist, an Ulta Beauty beauty consultant and college-aged woman to hear her tips for what beauty supplies work best for a college girl’s lifestyle. If you really feel like treating yourself, check out the “splurge” options, but if you’re on a tighter budget turn to the “save” options. Whether you’re looking for a product that heats up fast, lasts all day, protects, or doesn’t chip (or all of the above), you can find it here. Your Best Hair Appliances
Flatirons
To straighten your lovely locks, Wahlquist suggests getting a ceramic-plated flatiron because ceramic plates pull your hair less and leave your locks smoother than aluminum flatirons. Splurge: Chi Flatirons, up to $180