Tween/Teen Skincare
UNSURE OF WHAT IS BEST FOR YOUTH SKIN?
The Quick Guide
Keep It Simple
SAY NO TO:
Always Check The
Ingredient List
Be wary of sheet masks marketed to kids, some contain acids!
Retinol
Glycolic Acid
Lactic Acid
Salicylic Acid
Vitamin C
Charcoal
Daily Skincare
Routine
Gentle Cleanser
Moisturizer
SPF
HAS YOUR TWEEN OR TEEN:
Requested pricey skincare products
from brands you've never heard of?
Asked for products from a skincare line you thought were for adults only?
(hint: they are!)
THE POPULARITY OF SKINCARE PRODUCTS AMONG 10-14 YEAR OLDS HAS SKYROCKETED IN THE PAST TWO YEARS. SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS ARE LIKELY THE CUPRIT, TOUTING $75 SERUMS, ANTI-AGING MOISTURIZERS AND ACTIVE INGREDIENTS FAR TOO STRONG FOR THE UNDER 16 CROWD.
Esty Advice
The tween and teen age group is a great time to establish a solid skincare routine that includes a daily SPF. But it is also imperative to tread with caution when choosing products. Stay away from products that include active ingredients such as: retinol, glycolic acid, salicylic acid (unless you are treating breakouts/acne), vitamin C and charcoal.
Be wary of sheet masks that are marketed to tweens and teens via glittery, bright packaging. The active ingredients in many sheet masks are far too strong for young skin! The majority of active ingredients harm more than improve tween/teen skin. The exception to this rule is when treating breakouts and acne (see our Acne Guide).
I think of it this way: tween and teen skin is operating at peak performance (have you ever
noticed how quickly a kid’s skin heals from a cut or scrape?!) and it does not need strong active
ingredients. Look for aloe-based, gentle products. Here are a few of our favorites:
Our Favorite Tween/Teen Products
Sheet Masks
Normal Skin
Congested Skin
SPF
