Navigating teens, trends and the truth

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Raising a teen today means raising a child in a world of constant trends. One day they are carefree, the next they are studying their pores, comparing their skin to filters and asking if they need ten different products.

It can feel overwhelming. For them and for us.

But here is the truth. Teen skin is not adult skin. It is changing, sensitive and easily thrown off balance by stress, hormones and harsh routines. What they need is not more products. They need gentleness, clarity and a simple routine they can actually follow.

A calm cleanser.

A light, barrier-supportive moisturiser.

A blemish product that works without burning or stripping.

Three steps. Morning and night.

Simple enough for exam days, sport days, tired days and everything in between.

When skincare becomes uncomplicated, confidence follows. Teens stop chasing quick fixes and start understanding their own skin. And as moms, we get to guide them with science instead of stress.

You cannot control the trends.

But you can give your child a foundation that feels safe, steady and supportive. Healthy skin is not about perfection. It is about healthy habits and self-care.