Teen Skincare Tips

Puberty plays havoc on many systems within the body as we are changing from child to adult. Proper skincare is essential because you are fighting acne, oily skin, dry skin, or a combination of skins that make it difficult to find that perfect skincare system. There are some skincare tips that will ensure your face is as beautiful as you dreamed, and generally, these skincare tips do not cost an arm and a leg.

Our skin products a natural oil called sebum. The production of sebum starts kicking into overdrive when we all reach puberty. Unfortunately, sebum can clog pores and cause skin irritation, oily skin, and/or acne. While you cannot stop your production of sebum, you can help fight the acne that plagues many teens as they reach puberty.

Wash your face twice a day. Now, when I say wash your face, I do NOT mean scrub off the top layer of skin. You need to be gentle. Wash in circular motions. If you have trouble skin, you can purchase a mild cleanser or soap made for the skin that can help you with your skincare. Do not always trust body soap to get the job done.

When you do get pimples, do NOT pop them! Pimples are a form of isolated infection forming into a blackhead or whitehead. When you pop a pimple, you can spread that infection to more areas or even push the infection further into your face which can cause swelling, redness, and irritation, Most pimples will go away on their own, but you will find ways to fight pimples too!

If you wear makeup, remove that makeup nightly with a good makeup remover. In addition, look for makeup that says “nonacnegenic” or “noncomedogenic”. You will also want to replace all makeup within 6 months. However, if the makeup starts looking funny or smelling “off”, you should toss that makeup and purchase new makeup or cosmetics.