Typically, sharing is caring. But when it comes to communal college showers, the cramped stalls and limited shelf space can make sharing a common area feel like a living nightmare. But it doesn't have to be that way. You just need a good shower caddy set up. Whether you're sudsing up before that 8:00 a.m. lecture or trying to wash off the stench of dining hall calzones, the last thing you should be stressing about is what to take with you into the dormitory showers. Seriously, that brain power could be used for real issues like finishing up that eight-page report you swore you could finish in two days or cramming a semester's worth of information in just eight hours.

Trying to balance academic deadlines with various social obligations is a lot, and unfortunately, when we're dealing with excessive stress and weighty external pressures, our self-care typically gets placed on the back burner. You know, right next to all those emails you swore you'd get to this week at the latest. But if curated correctly, your shower routine can actually serve as a useful reprieve to help you relax and reset. To help you make the most out of your brief (despite how it might feel at the moment) time on campus, here's everything you need to fill your shower caddy with expert precision. Whether you're a campus newbie or a seasoned vet, you're on the way to your freshest semester yet and CVS [1] is here for it.

Shower Oil

Bioderma Atoderm Shower Oil [2] ($16)

Who says you can't enjoy a little pampering in a shared shower setting? This hydrating shower oil gently cleanses the skin while restoring your skin's moisture barrier, so you can luxuriate in a soothing and comforting shower experience without sacrificing hydration.

Body Wash

Olay Cleansing & Renewing Nighttime Body Wash [3] ($14)

Retinol is a skin-care hero for a reason. But did you know it's not just for your face? This vitamin B3-infused body wash coats your skin in a gentle dose of retinol that visibly smooths and brightens skin, so you can keep your summer glow all semester.

Face Cleanser

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Medicated Gel Face Cleanser [4] ($19)

Unfortunately, acne doesn't take a fall break. Thankfully, though, this acne facial cleanser fights back. Big time. This facial wash contains two percent salicylic acid, which targets acne, and added glycerin, which helps offset drying effects caused by acne treatments.

Shampoo

Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo [5] ($34)

School-related stress can wreak havoc on your strands, but this bond-building shampoo helps strengthen hair on a molecular level. Redken's Bonding Care Complex with citric acid penetrates the hair shaft and combats visible damage in just one use. The shampoo is also safe for color-treated and chemically processed hair, so everyone's welcome to experience the bond-building magic of this frizz-reducing shampoo.

Conditioner

Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner [6] ($34)

The perfect partner for your shampoo, this pH-balancing conditioner works in tandem with the shampoo to reduce breakage, leaving you with stronger, smoother hair.

Detangling Brush

Tangle Teezer The Ultimate Detangling Brush [7] ($17)

This gentle detangling brush makes gnarly knots and tricky tangles a thing of the past. Equipped with 325 flexible teeth and patented two-tiered teeth technology, this brush quickly and gently detangles hair so you can style your strands in peace.

Razor

Schick Intuition Island Berry 4-Blade Razor + 2 Razor Blade Refills [8] ($13)

Space optimization is everything when it comes to showering in tight spaces. This hydrating four-blade razor works without shaving gel, so you can get smooth skin without taking up valuable space in your caddy.

Intimate Wash

The Honey Pot Sensitive Intimate Wash [9] ($11)

What better for your most sensitive areas than a specialty sensitive wash? This one is a dermatologist-tested cleanser that helps balance your pH. One less thing you have to worry about.

Body Scrub

Tree Hut Shea Sugar Exfoliating Body Scrub [10] ($11)

Dead skin has nothing on this sweet-scented body scrub. This shea-infused body scrub sloughs off dead skin while its multi-oil blend of avocado, macadamia, sweet orange, and sweet almond oil keeps the skin feeling soft and smelling good.

Body Oil

SheaMoisture Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Body Oil [11] ($13)

If you want a glow that can rival the sun, body oil is a must. This hydrating oil is lightweight, fast-absorbing, and doesn't leave skin feeling greasy. Since it applies similar to a body serum, you can apply a heavier body cream on top to lock in extra moisture or use it on its own for quick and easy hydration on the go.

Body Lotion

eos Body Lotion [12] ($12)

Yummy scents and long-lasting hydration are not mutually exclusive. Equipped with seven nourishing oils and butters, this moisturizing lotion perfectly encapsulates the sugary warmth of whipped vanilla and caramel while helping to keep skin soft and smooth.