When it comes to teen skincare, even the most experienced dermatologists agree—less is more. With so many viral trends pushing fillers and retinol on young audiences, it’s easy for kids to feel confused about what their skin actually needs. As a mom, I had to step in when my 15-year-old daughter suddenly declared she might have skin cancer—thanks, YouTube! That moment reminded me how important it is to guide our teens toward dermatologist-approved basics: gentle cleansing, hydration, and sun protection.
This made me realize that it’s time to have the talk with our teens. Not just the birds and bees, but the “sugar can mess with your skin” talk, along with the “eat your greens” lecture. Because, yes, broccoli and spinach can actually help keep that acne at bay—who knew?
Navigating skincare as a teen is like trying to figure out TikTok’s latest dance craze: confusing, often awkward, and definitely not something you want to overthink. Puberty brings acne, blackheads, and dry patches, making kids feel like they’ve lost control of their own faces. It’s enough to make anyone run to Sephora, but hold up! Some of those fancy products are way too strong for young skin, even if they’re trending on Instagram.
Here’s the deal: all your teen really needs are three basic steps—cleanse, moisturize, and slap on some SPF. That’s it. Seriously. Once they’ve got that down, then maybe, just maybe, we can talk about adding a little something extra for specific skin needs.
But to get them started off right, why not treat them to our Teen Facial for just $39.99? It even comes with a mini bottle of rosehip seed oil, which is perfect for hydrating, healing, and keeping their skin looking fab. Plus, Sugarmoon’s Nutrient-Rich Aloe Vera is packed with vitamins A, C, E, and B12, along with a bunch of other good stuff that’ll leave their skin glowing like they just walked off a filter-free selfie.
So, let’s keep it simple, keep it fun, and keep our teens from turning into skincare-obsessed mini dermatologists. After all, they’ve got plenty of time to worry about wrinkles… in about 30 years.
