Skin Care Tips For Teens
Tips For Clear Skin

However, if you decide not to heed this esthetician's advice right now, there is still hope down the road. All you would need to do is start to incorporate the following skin care tips for teens, make a few lifestyle changes. and institute a proper skin care routine.

Meanwhile, for those of you who are not suffering with acne, there are some tips for clear skin that you can implement now to maintain your healthy complexion and prevent acne outbreaks.


SKIN CARE TIPS FOR TEENS - IMPORTANCE OF PROPER SKIN CARE ROUTINE

If you are blessed with beautiful, normal skin which generally does not experience blemishes, and does not have any dry or oily areas, do not be deceived into thinking you don't need to maintain a daily skin care routine. Neglecting your skin could be the ticket that the hormonal shifting in your body needs in order to send it into the Land of Acne.

Although hormonal surges occurring in your body wreak havoc with your skin, with a proper skin care routine and using products that are formulated for your skin type, you can get control of a mild to moderate case of acne before you are fighting an uphill battle of the most severe form of acne--that being cystic or nodular.

The hardest part of any skin care regime is maintaining the consistency of doing the required steps on a regular daily basis. Discipline is mandatory as you will be tempted to skip the routine at times when you're feeling too tired or your running late in the morning. However, it's the consistency that is going to deliver that clear and radiant complexion that you long to see reflecting back at you in the mirror. The following skin care tips for teens are broken down by skin type.


SKIN CARE TIPS FOR TEENS - NORMAL SKIN

For normal skin you will want to wash your face twice a day with a gentle facial cleanser that can easily be rinsed off with water and that is formulated for your skin type. Refrain from using soap on your face as it is usually too harsh and will probably cause excessive drying.

You may then follow with a toner to remove any cleanser residue and/or last bits of dirt and oils. Don't be fooled into thinking it will "tone" your skin. The main thing you want to concern yourself with is to be sure it does contain any alcohol, which can be very drying to the skin. You want to be sure it is water-based.

You can then apply a water-based moisturizer that contains an SPF 15+ and is formulated for normal skin. It should absorb quickly and not leave a residue on your skin. The moisturizer will help to hold in the water, along with balancing the water and oil content of the skin.

If you do not use a moisturizer that contains a sunscreen, then you will need to apply one before going outside.

To help eliminate dead skin cells and keep your pores from becoming clogged, you will want to exfoliate your skin once a week. This can be accomplished with a mild scrub, peel, or a brushing machine. Once again, take care when selecting any product to insure it is formulated for normal skin. Exfoliation also provides the benefit of smoother skin, a faster cell turnover and improves the ability of the skin to retain moisture.

Hang on to that great complexion by implementing these tips for good skin right away. Don't wait to start a skin care program. As Nike says, Just Do It!


SKIN CARE TIPS FOR TEENS - OILY OR BLEMISH-PRONE SKIN

If you have oily or blemish-prone skin which tends to be shiny and has no dryness, you will definitely want to use a water-based cleanser. Depending upon your allergies and skin sensitivities will determine whether you are able to use a cleanser that contains an exfoliant alpha hydroxy acid, salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide.

Next, you will want to apply a water-based toner to your skin. Take care to steer clear of drying ingredients such as alcohol, menthol or witch hazel as these will only serve to ultimately irritate your skin and increase its oil production. In addition, you will want to avoid toners that have any fragrances added as these too can damage your skin.

Next you will want to use a water-based salicylic acid gel to exfoliate your skin, unclog and lessen the size of the pores, and reduce redness.

Apply an acne treatment that contains 2.5% benzyl peroxide, which will help to reduce redness, irritation and eliminate acne-causing bacteria. Be sure the product you choose does not contain any irritating ingredients like alcohol, witch hazel, menthol, or any fragrances which can also be harsh.

Before going outside, be sure to apply a light, non-greasy SPF 15+ sunscreen that is formulated for oily or blemish-prone skin to insure you do not add more oil to your skin.

Apply a carbon and/or clay mask 2-3 times a week. This will help to disinfect and soothe your skin. In addition, it will also loosen blackheads.

Employing these acne skin care tips on a regular basis will help you get your oily and/or blemish-prone skin under control.


SKIN CARE TIPS FOR TEENS - DRY SKIN

If your skin tends to feel tight and experiences flaking with no signs of oil, you will want to be sure to select a lotion type of cleanser that includes emollients or oils. This means that it contains ingredients that will help to soften the skin.

Next you will want to apply a toner. There is no need to fear a properly formulated toner that is designed for dry skin. In fact, you will derive benefits from this product in terms of less flaking, redness, scaliness, and it will help to alleviate that tight feeling that makes you feel uncomfortable in your own skin.

Apply a salicylic acid lotion to your face to exfoliate the skin, unclog the pores, and calm any redness.

Last but far from least, apply an SPF 15+ broad-spectrum sunscreen before going outside. Be sure to select one that is formulated for dry skin.

Use a hydrating mask 2-3 times a week that contains emollients to help soothe dry, tight skin.

If you make the decision to follow these skin care tips for teens, along with selecting proper products, you will find that your dry skin will become more balanced and normalize.


SKIN CARE TIPS FOR TEENS - COMBINATION SKIN

If you have the classic combination skin, this means you have an oily T-zone which is located across the forehead, down the nose and the chin. Your cheeks and jaw area have either normal or dry skin.

Start by selecting a cleanser that is formulated for combination skin. You want to be sure that it will ultimately cleanse the skin without drying it out and eliminate the excess oils without stripping it of all of its natural oils.

You will then want to be sure you use an alcohol-free toner that is formulated for your combo skin so that it will normalize it. In other words, the oily portions will be reduced and the dry areas will be lessened.

Next you will want to use a light salicylic acid that is water-based. It will not only help to exfoliate the skin, but will also unclog pores and help to even out skin tone along with reducing acne outbreaks.

Before going outside you will want to be sure to apply a non-greasy sunscreen containing an SPF 15+ that is formulated for your combo skin.

Once a week apply a carbon and/or clay mask to disinfect and soothe your skin. If necessary, you can apply the mask to the T-zone up to three times a week.

Implementing these skin care tips for teens will help you to properly care for your combination skin. You will find the oily portions will become less shiny and oily. In addition, portions of your face that tends towards dryness, will begin to soften and tightness will ease.