Even if you’re not heading back to the classroom this fall, back-to-school means that it’s time to get your pencils (lip, eye, and No. 2) sharpened in anticipation of a whole new season. Here are 5 beautiful ways to get ready for the best semester yet.

Check out these gorgeous back-to-school beauty looks, created with your favorite classroom (or office) supplies. Now that’s what we call smart beauty! –BeautyHigh

When mornings start getting busier, these ponytail looks are easy to achieve but doesn’t sacrifice style. –IntoTheGloss

Here’s the best way to hide cystic acne. If only we knew this during those awkward, middle-school years. –xoVain

It’s also time to give your lunch box a makeover with these 3 new flavors from BluePrint Cleanse. –BeautyBloggingJunkie

If too many hours in the uh, library, has left you a little out of shape, try these 8 beauty tricks to help you look slimmer instantly. –DailyMakeover

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