The teacher back-to-school beauty list

What are some self-care tips for teachers?

Teachers are the backbone of our communities, but let's face it, teaching can be demanding! Here at Ulta Beauty, we understand the importance of self-care for our amazing teachers. Taking care of yourself isn't selfish, it's essential to recharge your batteries and be the best educator for your students.

Here are some quick self-care tips:

Unwind After Work: De-stress with a warm cup of tea or a relaxing bath before bed. Ulta Beauty offers a wide range of soothing bath products and aromatherapy create a spa-like evening ritual.

Move Your Body: Even a short walk during your lunch break can do wonders for your physical and mental well-being.

Skincare Essentials](https://www.ulta.com/shop/skin-care)): Taking care of your skin goes beyond looking good; it's about self-care. We offer a variety of hand creams, lip balms, and facial sprays perfect for busy teachers on the go.

Treat Yourself: Schedule a facial – you deserve it! Feeling pampered can significantly improve your mood and well-being. Explore the skin services at your local Salon at Ulta Beauty.

Small Luxuries: Light a scented candle at your desk, listen to calming music during your breaks, or treat yourself to a face mask- these small indulgences can make a big difference.

What are the best classroom air fresheners or scents?

Creating a pleasant and conducive learning environment in the classroom can be enhanced by using the right scents. As a leading beauty retailer, we offer high-quality diffusers and room sprays that can help create a calm, focused, and welcoming atmosphere. Here are some of the best scents for the classroom:

Invigorating and Alerting:

• Peppermint: Studies have shown peppermint to enhance focus and concentration. Its crisp, minty aroma can help students stay alert and engaged.
• Lemon: Uplifting and cheerful, lemon can promote alertness and positive mood.

Calming and Focused Scents:

• Lavender: Renowned for its relaxing properties, lavender can create a sense of tranquility in the classroom. It's ideal for promoting focus during test-taking or quiet reading time.
• Chamomile: Similar to lavender, chamomile has calming properties that can ease anxiety and promote relaxation.

Additional Considerations:

• Age of Students: Younger children may be more sensitive to strong scents.
• Allergy Awareness: Be mindful of potential allergies or sensitivities. Encourage parents to disclose any fragrance sensitivities at the beginning of the school year.

By incorporating these natural scent options, you can create a pleasant and stimulating learning environment that caters to both focus and relaxation in the classroom.

How can I make my teacher makeup last all day?

At Ulta Beauty, we know teachers deserve makeup that keeps up with their busy days! Here are some tips and tricks to ensure your teacher makeup stays put:

Prep is Key:

• Clean Canvas: Start with a gently cleansed and moisturized face.

• Prime Time: A primer creates a barrier between your skin and makeup, helping it last longer and preventing smudging. Look for primers that address your specific concerns – mattifying primers for oily skin, hydrating primers for dry skin, or pore-minimizing primers for a smoother appearance.

Teacher Makeup Tips:

• Long-Wear Foundation: Try a long-wear foundation that provides buildable coverage and a flawless finish. Take our Foundation Quiz to find out which foundation is best for you.

• Waterproof Everything: For extra staying power, consider waterproof options for eyeliner, mascara, and even eyeshadow.

• Setting Power: Apply translucent powder to lock in your foundation and concealer, preventing creasing and fading.

• Blot, Don't Rub: Throughout the day, use blotting papers to absorb excess oil without smudging your makeup. Avoid rubbing, which can remove product and lead to patchiness.

• Touch-Up Essentials: Keep a compact mirror, blotting papers, and a small touch-up powder in your desk drawer for quick mid-day refreshers.

• Setting Sprays: Setting sprays add an extra layer of protection and can help your makeup last even longer. Look for formulas that control shine and prevent makeup from transferring. We offer a variety of setting sprays at Ulta Beauty to give your look the ultimate staying power.