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Simple & Safe Skincare Routine for Teens
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items Teen skin can be delicate and unpredictable. Keeping a skincare routine that is simple and minimal is best for hormonal teenage skin.
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Makeup Remover
Cleansers
Gentle Exfoliator
Moisturizers
Sunscreen
Misc
Makeup Remover
Removing any makeup prior to cleansing is important. This allows your cleanser to actually cleanse the skin as opposed to just moving makeup around on your face
I'm subscribed to this on Amazon. Removes all my makeup including eyes without irritating my skin
Garnier Micellar Water with Hyaluronic Acid
An uncomplicated list of only 10 ingredients. Rinses clean, leaving zero residue. Non-irritating ingredients lend a fresh scent. Japanese Pearl Barley Magic+ nourishes and help keep your skin soft.
JUNO & Co. Clean 10 Cleansing Balm 10 Ingredients Makeup Remover
A 3-in-1 multitasking cleanser, toner and make-up remover powered by micelle particles that release cleansing agents upon contact with the skin leaving it soft and moisturized. Also helps restore skin barrier and softens skin
AVÈNE Makeup Removing Micellar Water
Melts to cleanse heavy makeup and impurities from pores. This lightweight balm transforms from a sherbet-like texture into a smooth oil upon application, breaking down makeup, SPF, dirt, and impurities effortlessly in one step.
Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm Original | Makeup Removing Cleanser Balm
Ultra-mild, oil-free makeup remover that lifts all traces of eye and lip makeup—even waterproof and transfer-proof formulas—without the need to rub.
Gentle Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover
Cleansers
A basic cleanser is all that is necessary for skin. No need to go crazy with an active cleanser. Using too many potent ingredients at this age can cause more irritation.
Teens should only choose this cleanser if acne is a big concern. For normal teen skin, this cleanser would be too much. Gentle formula contains 4% Benzoyl peroxide. Daily antimicrobial wash kills acne-causing bacteria on contact and lifts dirt from p...
PanOxyl Antimicrobial Hydrating Acne Creamy Wash
Perfect for any teen skin. Gently cleanses impurities while respecting skin's pH balance. Alcohol free, soap free formula with Zinc Pidolate to purify skin.
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel Cleanser
Gentle face wash removes dirt, oil, and impurities leaving skin feeling clean and not stripped. Skin looks balanced and feels softer after using this foaming facial cleanser
THAYERS pH Balancing Daily Cleanser, Face Wash with Aloe Vera
Made with natural fruit enzymes and bitter orange peel to gently polish away impurities. Arctic cloudberry nourishes skin, while squalane moisturizes and soothes and Australian kakadu plum ramps up radiance.
goop Beauty Exfoliating Jelly Cleanser
Fragrance-free, paraben free, non-comedogenic, non-drying, and non-irritating. Gently refreshes and effectively removes excess oil, dirt, and makeup
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser, Daily Face Wash for Oily Skin
Reinforces the skin barrier, balances skin and minimizes the appearance of pores Ideal for sensitive, combination to oily skin, Clinically proven to deep clean by removing dirt, excess oils, impurities and pollution microparticles
Cetaphil Face Wash, Daily Facial Cleanser
Gentle Exfoliator
For teens with acne, a treatment geared towards that is ideal. For normal teen skin, a gentle exfoliant is perfect
Uniquely formulated for teen skin, these peeling pads tackle acne at its source with a blend of Succinic Acid, Salicylic Acid (BHA), and Glycolic Acid (AHA), reducing breakouts and promoting clearer skin
Medicube Red Succinic Acid Panthenol Peeling Pads
Packed with barrier-boosting ingredients to strengthen skin, even tone, and replenish skin up to 10 surface layers deep for that lit-from-within dewy glow.
Youth To The People Superfood Skin Drip Face Serum
Achieve brighter, smoother skin every day with this iconic exfoliating powder. Upon contact with water this powder polishes skin to perfection to help balance uneven skin tones, while calming your skin. Gentle for teen skin and everyday use
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant, Exfoliating Face Wash Scrub Powder
Visibly brightens, firms, hydrates & calms. Clean, effective, silky, weightless formula. Contains ingredients like PEACH EXTRACT - Full of vitamins, minerals & essential fatty acids. NIACINAMIDE - Creates a visibly brighter appearance & t...
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Serum
Prevention, action and post-care, all in one everyday toner. This game-changing BHA toner provides triple-action congestion care, before, during and after it occurs, while still remaining gentle on sensitive skin types.
Medik8 Press and Clear - Clarifying Daily Facial Exfoliant - Exfoliating BHA Toner
Suitable for daily use, this anti aging serum can be applied alone or under face moisturizer, providing all-day hydration and improving skin barrier function
CeraVe Skin Renewing Gel Oil, Daily Hydrating Serum For Face
Utilizes Korean beauty philosophies of hydrating, exfoliating, and amino-rich ingredients to help retain moisture, soothe skin, minimize the look of pores, and improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Glow Recipe PHA + BHA Face Toner - Korean Skin Care Pore Minimizer & Gentle Facial Exfoliator
A gentle serum for teens who may be dealing with breakouts, congestion, blackheads. I love the combo of gentle actives like PHA and then paired with antioxidants to soothe skin as well.
BYOMA Clarifying Barrier Repair Serum
I love the simplicity of a pad and how it combines retinol and salicylic acid to gently exfoliate, refine pores, and target breakouts while keeping the skin balanced, smooth, and clear. Great for younger ones or those who need a simple, quick routine...
innisfree Daily Gentle Retinol Salicylic Toner Pads
Moisturizers
Most teen skin tends to be normal or more on the oily side. A lightweight moisturizer is typically preferred
Formulated with a lightweight cream texture that is perfect for teenage skin. Also contains potent Ingredients - Vitamin E helps in protecting and restoring skin cell health, while avocado oil is responsible for nourishing your complexion and decreas...
Bubble Skincare Slam Dunk Hydrating Face Moisturizer - Lightweight Face Lotion With Vitamin E
Formulated to go shine-free throughout the day. Lightweight, mattifying moisturizer keeps skin smooth and free of shine. The zinc in this face cream helps to mitigate the appearance of excess sebum. The wasabi extract makes this moisturizer antioxida...
Nip+Fab Teen Skin Fix Zero Shine Face Moisturizer with Niacinamide
A milky moisturizer that delivers lightweight hydration while balancing excess oil for bouncy, supple skin and a lasting dewy glow.
Tatcha The Dewy Milk Moisturizer, Lightweight, Oil-Balancing Hydration
24-hour hydrating gel cream formula leaves skin refreshed, plump + dewy without weight, excess oil or clogged pores. Perfect for combination and oily skin with no greasy after feel.
First Aid Beauty - Hydrating Dewy Gel Cream with Hyaluronic Acid + Ceramides
Gel-based face moisturizer delivers a surge of refreshing moisture in just 10 seconds, instantly making skin feel plump, smooth, and deeply hydrated without any sticky or greasy residue.
belif Aqua Bomb – Lightweight Gel Moisturizer
Oil-free formula combines powerful electrolytes with targeted nutrients to hydrate, replenish, and balance the skin. It’s perfect for oily or combination skin types that need effective yet lightweight hydration.
GOOD MOLECULES Hydrating Gel Moisturizer with Electrolytes
Sunscreen
This is the age where good SPF habits start. Everyone has different preferences with SPF. As long as its protection factor is 30 or higher - anything else is fair game
This face sunscreen is clinically proven to boost moisture while blending seamlessly into skin with no white cast, greasiness, or pilling. Enriched with Niacinamide to visibly brighten and minimize pores, while antioxidant-rich watermelon seed oil ca...
Glow Recipe Dew Shield Korean Face Sunscreen SPF 30
SPF 50 provides broad-spectrum UVA & UVB protection. Vitamin E (Tocopherol) protects and strengthens skin. Cacao fights signs of aging, and Cotton helps alleviate redness.
Vitamin E Vitalizing Sunscreen SPF 50+
Nourishing formula that hydrates and protects the skin. The day cream delivers up to 24 hours of continuous moisture, while protecting against UVA/UVB rays, and pollutants. Gentle and non-comedogenic, the lotion utilises a blend of ceramides, niacina...
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF30
This is an easy sunscreen to apply and instantly leaves the skin looking smooth. Contains skin care ingredients to treat the skin while it's protecting it at the same time.
Protec(tint) Daily Skin Tint SPF 50
Misc
Here are some extras that can be added into your routine as needed
Zap away zits with hydrocolloid acne patches. Clinically-proven to flatten spots by absorbing fluid, hydrocolloid is the ultimate moisture magnet. Our acne pimple patches for face penetrate pores and combat acne.
grace & stella Award Winning Pimple Patches
Multi-tasking hypochlorous acid spray cleanses, purifies, and preps skin while visibly improving texture to help maintain skin comfort and balance throughout the day. Creates a refreshing sensation, ideal for post-workout facial hygiene and freshenin...
Prequel Skin Universal Hypochlorous Acid Spray
This invisible blemish patch helps reduce the appearance of blemishes & post-acne marks. The hydrocolloid patch creates a reinforced barrier on skin, optimizing absorption of gunk and excess oil. Suitable for day and night wear.
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Multi-Target Blemish Patches
Clears and controls breakouts with Salicylic Acid, Centella Asiatica and Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract plus prevents new acne blemishes. Strengthens the skin barrier Reduces inflammation (blemishes, pimples) and non-inflammation (blackheads, whiteheads)...
I DEW CARE Acne Gel Treatment 0.55% Salicylic Acid