The best skincare regimen for teens

Though the news might not be received well, it’s important to start the tween and teenage years with healthy habits – not a shelf full of products designed for aging skin.

Not only is it a waste of their precious funds, but using active ingredients like retinoids and exfoliants on such fresh faces is a recipe for sensitivity, which could pose problems for them later down the line. 

This is particularly true for tweens - between eight and 12 years of age – because their skin’s protective barrier hasn’t yet been fully developed, which will leave their skin vulnerable to irritation and damage. 

“Vitamin A should only ever be used on adolescent skin as an acne treatment and under the strict supervision of a doctor,” explains Sarah our Founder.

“Dangers aside, these potent ingredients are entirely unnecessary at such a young age – their bouncy, plump skin is full of the collagen, hyaluronic acid and elastin that we lose as we get older.”

Products we recommend for teenage skin

While not all skin will need products, teaching healthy habits like cleansing and sun protection will set up their skin for success long term.

As a brand we really believe in patch testing. It’s the best way of knowing how your skin will react to any product. We go above and beyond the industry standard 24 hours and patch test all of our products on sensitive skin for 96 hours.

We recommend patch testing a small amount of any product on the inside of your teenager’s arm for a few consecutive days before deciding if it's right for their face. 

Morning sunscreen

Sun protection is the most important habit you can teach your children – one which many of us regret not starting earlier. Not only because it protects from skin cancer but because it's a long term investment in their skin’s health and appearance. 

Ours are two decadent, grown-up formulas that will make them feel grown up while using a gentle, mineral sunscreen that’s clinically proven for sensitive skin. 

Evening cleanse

It’s important to keep teen skin clean to help prevent clogged pores and breakouts. When thinking about a cleanser, try to resist the colorful but drying alcohol-based face washes. Instead, choose a mild, cream cleanser that hydrates and won’t disrupt their skin’s natural pH balance.

Our Founder recommends Middlemist Seven™️ Gentle Cream Cleanser because of its gentle, barrier-supporting formula packed with natural and organic ingredients. 

If all of this feels overwhelming or you’d simply like more personalized advice for you or your teenager’s specific skin, you can book a free skin consultation here.