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6 Things to Start Thinking About in Your 20s

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Case chapter.

 

1. Anti-Aging Treatments

You might think that at your age, there’s no reason to worry about putting on sunscreen in the morning and dabbing on some eye cream at night. But 10 years from now, you’ll wish you took better care of your skin. Not only will your skin look healthy and vibrant much longer, but you’ll also reduce your chance of hardmful pollution and UV rays reaching the most delicate layers of your skin, which could cause cancer. Take care of your skin now before it’s too late!

 

2. Fertility

Most woman don’t really have babies on the brain in your early twenties. However, knowing whether or not you’re fertile and planning your future accordingly could be huge for your future. Visit your doctor to talk about our options. If you’re fertile, you could also think about freezing your eggs. One day, you’ll be glad you did.

 

3. Investing in Retirement

Your retirement probably seems like way far away. But it’s actually much closer than you think. When you get your first real job, it’s important to start putting money into your retirement fund and investing in your future. It’s never too early to start saving money.

 

4. Bulding Your Grown-Up Wardrobe

A classic white shirt and pencil skirt will never, ever go out of style. If you invest in quality pieces, they’ll last you for years. Start buying things that you know you’ll need in the future. Soon enoiugh, you’ll have a chic, stylish work wardrobe.

 

5. Travel

There’s no better time to travel than in your 20s and 30s. You’ll thank yourself for saving up for a trip. Not only can you see the world, but you can also network and discover places you might even want to live and work. 

6. Build Your Resume

Buillding your resume in your 20s will make a huge difference once you hit your 30s. Showing that you’ve moved up in the work world and have a diversified work experience will make you a commodity in the coming years.

Anna is a Pre-Law English and Political Science major, minoring in Philosophy and Spanish. In her spare time, Anna enjoys listening to music, keeping up with the latest fashion and beauty trends, and spending time with her pomeranian named Teddy.