Most skincare products seem to cater to adults over thirty and primarily females, but teens have skin care concerns as well. Both male and female teens need to know about skin care; what you learn now will serve you well into the future and help prevent some of the major skin damages later on.  

The major skin problems of adolescents are acne and oily skin.

Acne

While not restricted to any particular age group, acne primarily affects teens. These unsightly spots on the face, back, shoulders and upper arms can be distressing to young adults.   There are many different types of acne, but the most common is clogged pores which result in whiteheads, blackheads and pimples.

The main cause of acne is bacteria, therefore it is important to keep the face clean. It is never a wise thing to touch your face or pick pimples with dirty hands. Washing two or three times per day helps remove bacteria and excess oils that block the pores.

Thankfully, almost all types of acne can be treated. Treatment options depend on the type of acne you have and your skin type. Acne treatment containing benzoyl peroxide is especially good in helping to control acne.

Oily skin

Skin that is oily tends to be thick and shiny and prone to blemishes, especially blackheads.

Too frequent washing of the face will only serve to make the problem worst as the skin will produce more oil to replace what has been lost. Two or three washing daily  with a mild cleanser is adequate. The use of toners and astringent will also help to minimize the unattractive shine that results from oily skin.

Although persons under twenty-five do not need to exfoliate, those with skin problems such as oily skin and clogged pores will need to a few times per week.

In order to keep skin clear and picture perfect, it is good to develop good skin care habits from early.   Some tips that teens can get into to protect and care their skin are:

• Keep your skin clean. When washing try not to use soaps as soap tend to be drying. Wash your face morning and night. Nighttime washing removes makeup and pollutants that get on your face during the day.
• Use a toner to tighten the skin and close pores
• Always use a moisturizer. If you have oily skin go for a non-oil base moisturizer.   Teens, especially because they tend to have acne should use a moisturizer that is non-comedogenic, that is, it does not cause clogged pores.
• Sun protection is a must. Always use sunscreen of SPF 15 when outdoors, even if it’s wintertime or if you are at beach or pool.
• Use makeup sparingly. Using too much makeup can lead to blocked pores and make skin blemishes worst.

Taking care of your skin while you are young will make it easier to maintain healthy, youthful looking skin as you age.

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