How to take care of facial skin for teenagers: products for problem and oily skin

In adolescence, at 11, 12, 14 years old, not only the child’s character changes, but also the state of his body. Hormonal changes lead to clogged pores and an oily sheen. The next stage is the appearance of pimples, blackheads, and blackheads. Skin care for teenagers is an important stage in their lives.

It is difficult to explain to a child that this is a normal skin condition at this age and it is time to take care of yourself more carefully and not walk around with acne on your face. The teenager understands this poorly and begins to squeeze out pimples on his own, which leads to even more pimples and scars on the skin. Such consequences can lead to the child withdrawing into himself and developing complexes.

In order to avoid such situations, it is recommended to start caring for your face on time and use various products.

Features of teenage facial skin

Teenage skin has a number of features that distinguish it from adult skin.​

Adolescence is from 10 to 19 years, that is, the moment of puberty and several years before and after it. From about 11-12 years old, serious changes begin in the child’s body. They manifest themselves in the active growth of bones, muscles, development of the brain hemispheres, and puberty. The child's appearance changes. From 11 to 16 years of age, hormonal changes occur and testosterone levels soar. This applies to teenagers of both sexes, but boys to a greater extent.

Due to hormonal fluctuations, the work of the sebaceous and sweat glands increases. The teenager actively sweats, and the sweat develops a pungent odor. Hair quickly becomes dirty. As for the skin on your face, it becomes oily. Pores become prone to blockage and enlargement. All this provokes the formation of pimples, blackheads, blackheads and other inflammations.

Along with such changes, complexes appear on the face. Rashes and redness look repulsive, and children begin to feel embarrassed about their face, withdraw into themselves, and become less sociable.

The activity of the rash varies, up to a continuous, pathological covering of the face. And vice versa, they may not exist at all. Several factors can aggravate the problem:

• Stress.
  When a person is nervous, his body produces the hormone cortisol. It stimulates the active functioning of the sebaceous glands, which is why acne appears.
• Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
• Poor nutrition.
  Abuse of sweets and fatty foods, spicy foods. Snacking instead of full, balanced meals throughout the day.
• Lack of proper skin care.
  Teenagers simply do not yet have the skills for facial hygiene, and then immediately they have problematic skin!
• Weakened immunity.​
• Exposure to sunlight.
  In warm weather, acne appears more actively on the face. This is explained by an increase in sebum production under the influence of high temperature. The problem is aggravated by mixing sebum with cosmetics.
• Poor quality cosmetics.
  This includes skin care products and decorative cosmetics. Often both contain harmful chemicals.

Hair

• Hair should be washed as it gets dirty, at least once every few days.
• Shampoo is selected according to hair type.
• The main hair problem for young ladies is dandruff. Moreover, often even shampoos labeled “anti-dandruff” do not cope with the task. There is a solution - buying antifungal shampoos (Nizoral, etc.) at the pharmacy.
• Using a professional hair dryer (power from 1800 W) at home, as well as frequent use of straightening irons, will lead to split ends and lifeless hair color. For care at 16 years old, it is better to use household hair dryers (1500 W), and only occasionally - irons.
• A hairstyle secured with strong hold hairspray looks like a helmet and is terrifying in windy weather.
• You should wash your hair every time you use hairspray.

Daily skin care for teenagers

Having become teenagers, many people begin to take care of their facial skin simply because it begins to bother them. But even if there are no problems with your skin, it’s time to start taking care of it like an adult, that is, every day. Gone are the days when, in case of dryness and irritation, the skin was smeared with baby cream, and before going out into the cold - with winter protection.

Experts say that adolescence is the right time to learn the basic rules of daily care. The body is ready for this. It is believed that the epidermis is fully formed around the age of 11. And already at the age of 13-14, it is recommended to take care of your skin every day, master basic care adjusted for youth.​ The daily ritual, which is preferably carried out in the morning and evening, includes three main stages of facial skin care:

1. Cleansing.
   For teenagers, this is the most important stage. In the morning and evening, you should wash your face with a mild cleanser. It is advisable to use filtered or boiled water. And the best way to avoid contact with hard and chlorinated tap water is to replace traditional washing with gel or foam with hydrolates. These are plant distillates that you just need to wipe your face to thoroughly cleanse it of fat, bacteria, and makeup. It's an added bonus if the cleanser is soothing.

   High-quality cleansing, by the way, is important for those who use special acne products. In order for the substances to be absorbed and begin to act, the face must be clean. In the case of problem skin, the cleanser should have an anti-inflammatory effect, and here special hydrolates will again come to the rescue: sage and mint.

   For severe acne, some recommend products containing salicylic, glycolic acids, and retinol, but it is better to consult a specialist. Rough scrubs are not considered at all.

2. Toning.
   Many people neglect this stage, but in vain. Treatment of the face with tonic promotes deeper cleansing and restoration of the acid-base balance. And if there are problems, then a well-chosen toner will help relieve redness and inflammation, reduce the size of acne, cleanse and tighten pores. Just beware of products containing alcohol and aggressive ingredients! Contrary to popular misconception, alcohol does not remove fat, but only provokes its more active production.
3. Hydration.
   Yes, now the skin needs regular moisturizing. Even if she's fat, that doesn't mean she can't become dehydrated. A person loses moisture every day while doing everyday activities. The face should be moisturized morning and evening, especially after contact with water. In the evening, you can even apply a light nourishing composition, just not an overloaded age option.

In addition to the three stages of basic, daily skin care for a teenager, there is also special, local care designed to solve specific problems: acne cream, strips for blackheads, and the like.

Mascara

Mascara lengthens eyelashes, curls them and gives them volume. When choosing the appropriate option, keep in mind that mascara should be slightly darker than your natural hair color. Girls with blond hair should use dark brown mascara, and brown-haired girls and brunettes should use black mascara. Unusual colors - purple, emerald and burgundy are best left for parties.

• “Boost Mascara” for volume; • “Boost Waterproof Mascara” is the only waterproof mascara in the line; • “Curl Mascara” curls eyelashes; • “Triple Black Mascara” for an ultra black color.

Mascara is best used after 14 years of age. Eye cosmetics should be allergenic and not cause irritation.

How can a teenager achieve perfect facial skin?

If a teenager does not have the standard youthful set of skin problems, then it is already ideal: elastic, delicate, fresh. What distinguishes young skin from adult skin is that it is denser, more elastic, heals quickly, and has a healthy color with a blush. You just need to maintain it in this state. And if, after all, acne, blackheads and inflammation have not passed, you can strive for the ideal, reducing problems and preventing new ones.

Basic rules for perfect skin:​

• Follow the daily cleansing-toning-washing ritual, taking into account your skin type and, if necessary, use local products for pimples, blackheads, and blackheads.​
• To drink a lot of water. At school, the child is subjected to serious mental stress, and in physical education lessons he is also physically tired. Water is a must! You can put a bottle of water in a student’s briefcase. Not juices and lemonades, but regular drinking water. For the beauty of the dermis, it is important to remove waste and toxins from the body, and for this you need water.
• Eat properly. The diet should be balanced in the composition of fats, proteins and carbohydrates, and contain vitamins and microelements. It is advisable to eat fruits and vegetables every day, avoid fatty foods, fast food and quick snacks.
• Exercise.
• Minimize the use of decorative cosmetics.​

Corrector (concealer)

It is better to disguise pimples, age spots and post-acne not with bright makeup, but with concealer. In order to hide minor imperfections, the product is applied pointwise to problem areas. The concealer should be light and translucent. The shade is as close as possible to the natural color of the skin. The product should not contain oils, preservatives and dyes, as these components can cause inflammation, irritation, and allergies. To set the makeup, apply a thin layer of mattifying powder over the concealer.

For first use, it is better to purchase one palette consisting of several shades. Essence brand has a large selection of concealers.

• pink - removes blue; • yellow – hides dark circles under the eyes and brightens the skin; • green – masks skin redness and inflammation; • light and dark shades of beige - even out skin tone.

To camouflage rashes, you can purchase an antibacterial camouflage pencil instead of concealer. For example, from Oriflame. Thanks to the herbal component of tea tree leaves, it not only masks redness, but also dries out inflammation.

Tips for caring for a teenager's skin

There are also nuances, knowledge of which will help in the fight against acne in adolescence. Recommended:

• Change your pillowcase at least 2 times a week. Dust accumulates on it and bacteria appear, which negatively affect the skin.
• Use disposable paper napkins to wipe your face, not terry towels.
• Absolutely avoid covering active acne with foundation! It's better to use a correction pencil.
• Before going out into the sun, use protective cream.
• You can wipe your face with a regular ice cube wrapped in a cloth. Ice reduces swelling and redness in the area of ​​rashes, narrows the pores, and therefore reduces the risk of their clogging or the penetration of bacteria and infections due to the enlarged condition.
• You should take a contrast or warm shower every day, it tones the skin.

Differences in facial skin care for boys and girls

Girls begin to take care of their faces from an early age, and boys often neglect care as a “non-male” procedure that they were not accustomed to and which can cause condemnation from their peers.​

Moreover, most often it is boys who need special care. During adolescence, they produce significantly more testosterone. Accordingly, the skin is oilier than that of girls. The number and size of acne are greater. Also, by the end of puberty, facial hair begins to appear, which means the beginning of shaving, which has a negative effect on the skin, causes irritation, and is accompanied by constant damage to the skin.

The most difficult task is to convince the boy to use care products. We must try to convey to him the idea that acne is a natural stage of growing up, and you need to go through it competently.

Primer

Oily face, uneven complexion and enlarged pores are the main problems of adolescence. You can cope with these shortcomings using a primer. Primer is a light makeup base that is used to disguise minor problems. The product can have a creamy, baked or crumbly structure.

After application, the makeup base is fixed with mattifying mineral powder, compact powder or concealer.

Skin care for teenage girls

In girls, the occurrence of acne is often associated with menstruation, and they are characterized by cyclicity. As already mentioned, these rashes are not as intense as in boys.

Girls are beginning to take care of their skin more willingly. And if you start using decorative cosmetics, then you need to prepare the dermis for its application and wash it off properly at the end of the day. Cleansing and moisturizing the skin in the morning and evening has already been mentioned. What can I add?

It is recommended to wash your face as soon as you wake up. During the night, sweat and excess sebum accumulated on the face. Cool water (preferably filtered or distilled) will tone the skin and remove oily shine. The dermis will become matte. Wash without soap.

Before leaving the house, it is better to apply balm to your lips to prevent them from looking chapped.

During the day, you do not need to touch your face with your hands. It is best to carry matting wipes with you, they help a lot.

Blush

Makeup for a 16–17 year old girl, in addition to the standard set of cosmetics (powder, concealer, lip gloss), can be supplemented with soft blush.

To create a delicate look, apply blush to the cheekbones using the wide brush that comes with the kit. Makeup artists advise starting with the cheeks and gradually moving towards the temples.

The color of blush is chosen depending on the color type of the teenager. • For girls with warm hair color (brown, red, copper) and light eyes, terracotta-colored blush is suitable. • Blondes with light transparent skin, green, blue or brown eyes should give preference to light peach, beige or warm pink blush.

• Porcelain skin and blue eyes of the “Winter” color type will be emphasized by cool pink blush. • Brown or reddish hair, light or, conversely, dark skin and eyes of blue, gray, brown colors are the distinctive features of girls of the “Summer” color type. Blush in cool pink and grayish-beige shades is suitable for them.

Caring for oily teenage skin

Oily skin type is the most difficult for a teenager. The sebaceous glands work very actively, so even after frequent washing, the face continues to shine. The pores are enlarged, the skin is covered with pimples and blackheads.

Be sure to cleanse your skin morning and evening. Do not squeeze pimples. Make up is minimal. It is recommended to have mild exfoliators in your arsenal. It is useful to make natural masks: based on clay, lemon juice, egg white and other ingredients.

Inflamed elements can be treated with salicylic acid or another special agent. You should be careful with special lotions and tonics for problem skin, which reduce the secretion of the sebaceous glands and prevent inflammation. It is important not to overdo it and beware of alcohol in their composition.

Oily skin is not the same as moisturized skin. It also loses moisture, so it needs to be moisturized. So you should choose products that would mattify and moisturize at the same time.

Lip gloss

• pink; • light purple; • peach; • mother-of-pearl; • light brown.

Caring lip glosses are produced by Nyx and L'Oreal Paris. NYX Butter Gloss leaves lips soft and velvety thanks to almond oil and beeswax. The line features 34 shades, ranging from light shades to juicy berry options.

But L'Oreal Infaillible Gloss has slightly fewer shades, about 20. It contains hyaluronic acid, vitamins and antioxidants. There are 4 different textures in the line: • creamy; • shimmer; • matte; • neon.

Care for combination skin of a teenager

Combination skin type is the most common. The T-zone and chin show signs of oily dermis, while the remaining areas are normal or dry. Owners of such skin have to deal with all the same problems as in the case of oily skin, but at the same time they also have to intensively moisturize and soften flaky areas.

So the arsenal of funds will be larger, and their use will be zoned. Tightening and cleansing masks should only be applied to the T-zone, and for dry areas it is better to choose nourishing and moisturizing masks.

Gel for eyebrows

When using decorative cosmetics, it is important to pay attention to every part of the face. The main mistake of girls who are just learning the art of makeup is to emphasize their eyes with shadows and eyeliner and at the same time forget about eyebrows. For girls under 17 years of age, the only cosmetics intended for shaping eyebrows will be a special gel. Eyebrow gel not only gives shape, but also has a caring effect: it activates hair growth and increases its thickness.

• for strengthening; • for modeling; • to add color.

The shade of the eyebrow gel is selected to match the hair color. NYX Eyebrow gel line has a large selection of shades. The product has a creamy texture and stays on the skin for up to three days. The intensity of the shade can be adjusted.