Is your tween’s skincare routine doing more harm than good? With the tween skincare market projected to hit $9.5 billion by 2026, the rapid rise of skincare for kids has raised concerns about safety, misinformation, and social media influence.
Welcome to Skin to It, the podcast where dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and beauty enthusiast Marlo Sutton break down everything you need to know about healthy skin.
In this episode, we deep dive into the essentials of safe skincare for tweens. From the best skincare routine for tweens to understanding the risks of certain ingredients, this discussion helps parents navigate an industry increasingly targeting younger consumers.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Understanding Tween Skin
- Why tween skin is more delicate and requires age-appropriate care
- The risks of active ingredients like retinol, AHAs, and Vitamin C for young skin
- How to build a simple, safe, and effective skincare routine
- The best cleanser for tweens, best face wash for tweens, and best moisturizer for tweens
Navigating the Tween Skincare Market
- How the growing skincare for tweens industry impacts product development
- Why natural skincare for tweens and non-toxic skincare for tweens are gaining popularity
- How to identify safe skincare ingredients and avoid unnecessary products
- The importance of sunscreen for tweens and daily protection from UV exposure
Social Media and Skincare Trends
- The role of TikTok skincare trends, skincare influencers, and skinfluencers
- How viral beauty trends impact tween skincare habits
- Strategies for helping kids critically evaluate online skincare advice
Fostering Healthy Skin Habits
Teaching kids the value of consistency over excessive products
How to manage acne in tweens without disrupting the skin barrier
The risks of using adult skincare products on younger, more sensitive skin
Expert Advice from Dr. Skotnicki
- Understanding skincare industry trends and their impact on young consumers
- The growing conversation around global legislative changes for child skincare products
- Why Sweden has banned certain active ingredients for children under 15
- The potential implications of California’s proposed ban on retinol and AHAs for kids
Many parents wonder, is hyaluronic acid safe for tweens?
What are the real risks of overloading young skin with skincare products? This episode provides the facts you need to make informed decisions about your child’s skincare
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