Is it just me or is getting ready for back to school exciting in some way? Obviously I always regret saying this when it comes to maths first period on a Monday - cruel I know. This is my second back to school blog post and I thought I would do a Q&A because I have never done one before and it looked fun as I am always seeing them across the internet (YouTube especially)!
I asked some of my friends on Instagram to ask me some questions and I got loadsss, so I think I have answered most of them and if I didn't then please ask me in the comments below, I'd love to reply to some of your questions:) All the various bags, pencil cases, stationery etc mentioned are linked to the website where you can buy them so you can all have the best supplies for September! I hope this post will help you out a bit and help you prepare for back to school...
1. Have you been back to school shopping yet?
Yes and I went today funnily enough! I did spend a long time choosing the sharpener I wanted though...
2. What is in your school bag?
To be honest, I take about everything I can carry in my backpack (it is VERY heavy) so I would be sitting here at my laptop for years writing down all the stuff I take to school so I have decided to write a separate post called 'School Bag Essentials'. I will hopefully be writing that up when my school bag comes (eventually).
3. School make-up?
Nobody has to wear make up to school and most schools in the UK don't allow it but this is what I wear most days if I have enough time: primer, concealer, powder, a little bit of blush, mascara, I slightly fill in my eyebrows and apply a tinted lip balm or a lip gloss to finish off! Obviously it depends on your skin and if you can get away with make up or not.
4. What pens are your favourite?
I like to write in biros generally so I always use Zebra Z-Grip black biros.
5. Cute pencil cases you recommend?
The pencil case I bought this year is an Accessorize Aztec/neon pencil case which I found in Ryman's. I could only find the link to the barrel style one but the one I got had two sections. Whilst looking on the Ryman's and WH Smith's websites I also found some other cute pencil cases:
Pastel feather pencil case
Yellow and chevron pencil case
Metallic pencil case
6. Favourite hand sanitizer for school?
I have tried 3 different hand sanitizers in my life as they are a holy grail school essential and I only really liked two of them. I recommend any of the Body Shop hand sanitizers, there are 5 different amazing scents and the one I had was pink grapefruit so the link will send you to that. Or you can try the Soap & Glory Hand Maid which is what I just purchased for my school bag and it smells delicious!
7. Hairstyles for school?
Let's face it nobody has time for a fishtail braid so I recommend half up half down, a messy bun, two plaits either side, a ponytail or left down (straightened or curled if you'd like). I was thinking of doing a 3 easy hairstyles for school post so that may be up soon, I will see.
8. School bag recommendations?
First of all, please get a backpack if you can as they are so much easier to carry! The school bag I have chosen this year is a dark blue white polka dots backpack by Museya. It comes in different colours as well. For other cool backpacks look at Hype's website (my friend is getting a really nice one from there). Also, here are some random cute bags I found on amazon:
Pink backpack with cute pattern
Vans little mermaid backpack
Light blue and floral backpack
Dark blue backpack with daisy print
9. How to keep organised?
So to start with so you are not rushing in the morning pack your bag the night before and set a realistic alarm which you will wake up to and definitely get up. If you always turn your alarm clock off put it on the other side of the room so you have to get up to turn it off. Get your uniform ready the night before and anything else like PE kit etc.
Write down all your homework and keep up to date with it (when it's due and what night you should do it). To avoid losing worksheets carry a glue around with you so as soon as you get a sheet you can stick it in. They are my top organisation tips!
10. What setting do you keep your phone on during school?
We are 'supposed' to have to have our phone switched off completely but I don't do this (REBEL) because if there's an emergency then you need to have your phone on and also sometimes the teachers let us get our phones out on special occasions so that means I can just take it out and it will be on, let's face it a phone takes about a million years just to turn on. However, I do keep it on silent to avoid the awkward moment when someone's phone goes off and everyone is like "Oh my god whose phone was that!" (comment if you relate)
11. Skincare tips for perfect skin during school?
Obviously nobody's skin is perfect but to keep it in a healthy glowing condition cleanse twice a day, exfoliate once a week, use a face mask at least once a month, keep it moisturised and protected from the sun and at night use a night cream to make it feel soft and smooth in the morning. If you get shiny areas carry around oil absorbing sheets to wipe it away (it doesn't remove your make up). If you get the occasional spots then purchase a spot gel to keep them clean and make them shrink.
12. Skincare tips for dry skin?
Maybe use a thicker day moisturiser that really makes your skin feel nice and smooth, definitely keep your face exfoliated and apply night cream every night. Don't use harsh products such as face wipes as they dry out your skin and stay away from matifying skincare products/make up.
13. How to manage homework?
Write it all down. Write down due dates and all the key info you need because it really helps if you forgot what the teacher was telling you to do. If you find homework really boring and always procrastinate then organise a study session with your friends once every week. Make it your aim to do your homework the day you get it and turn off distractions like your phone and laptop. If the homework is too much talk to your teachers and parents. Also an extra tip to get you motivated is to give your self a reward for afterwards, for example a youtube video or TV episode!
14. What do you have for lunch?
Usually a sandwich, wrap or pitta bread, some fruit or yoghurt and a treat like a flapjack, a packet of crisps or a biscuit. Also, my mum sometimes make me pasta salad and if I've baked anything I will have that.
15. Favourite lesson?
I don't really have one but I like art, technology, IT, PE and geography!
That's it for my back to school Q&A, if you'd like any more Q&As please comment below because I really enjoyed writing this one! When do you go back to school? My school goes back on September the 3rd.
See you in my next blog post,
Cookie Bow (Jess) x
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