Your Boots Basket Revealed: What Students Can’t Stop Purchasing
Student essentials to stock up with using Boots student discount.
Student budgets are tight. Between library marathons, instant noodles, and rent that makes you question your life choices, there’s not always room for luxury. But when it comes to skincare, self-care and the occasional spritz of something boujee — students aren’t holding back too much.
We peeked into the data* to see what students have actually been buying at Boots from September to April (aka Freshers to Easter glow-up), and honestly? It’s giving glow, good vibes, and gifting goals.
Here’s what’s hot 🔥 and you can get it too with a Boots student discount.
We’ve also got how to find makeup dupes to help save your student budget.
Top-Selling Boots Products Among Students With A Boots Student Discount
These are the products that students are throwing into their baskets…
| Rank | Product | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner 240ml | Skincare |
| 2 | Anua Niacinamide 10% and TXA 4% Serum 30ml | Skincare |
| 3 | Ted Baker Body Spray Collection | Gift Set/Fragrance |
| 4 | Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ 50ml | Skincare |
| 5 | Huda Beauty Easy Bake Loose Baking & Setting Powder | Cosmetics |
| 6 | Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara 7.2ml | Cosmetics |
| 7 | Oral-B Pro 3 – 3500 – Black Electric Toothbrush | Electronics |
| 8 | e.l.f. Power Grip Primer | Cosmetics |
| 9 | The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% & Zinc 1% S 60ml | Skincare |
| 10 | La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Soothing Face and Body Balm B5 | Skincare |
What These Trends Say About You
1. Skincare = Self-Care
Skincare dominates the top 10, with five of the most-purchased products falling under that category. From The Ordinary’s cult-fave glycolic toner to the TikTok-viral Beauty of Joseon sunscreen — it’s clear students are prioritising glowy, healthy skin. You’re not just scrolling SkinTok, you’re living it.
2. K-Beauty Has Officially Entered the Chat
Anua and Beauty of Joseon both feature high on the list. Korean skincare is no longer niche — it’s gone full mainstream. Affordable, effective, and always aesthetic? We get the hype.
3. Bodycare & Fragrance Are Having a Moment
Whether it’s smelling like a vanilla dream or grabbing a body spray gift set for a mate (or yourself, no judgement), students are definitely in their fragrance era.
4. Your FYP Might Be to Blame
Let’s face it — this list lowkey reads like a TikTok recommendation haul. Boots + trending products + student discount? That’s a perfect storm of influence.
Budget? Tight. Vibes? Immaculate.
If you’ve bought any of these top products, congrats — you’ve got great taste. If not, don’t worry — there’s still time to jump on the trend and treat yourself. After all, if it’s student-approved, it’s probably worth it.
Want to save even more next time you shop at Boots? Don’t forget to use our Boots student discount for 10% off. Your bank account will thank you.
Don’t forget that your inner health matters, too. We’ve got the best vitamins for your immune system in case you catch any germs or the Freshers’ Flu.
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*Data based on products sold using a student discount code between 1st September 2024- 4th April 2025
