Do you know the Right Time to Use Skin Care Products?

Today, social media and stores are all about skin care products that promise a perfect glow and perfect skin. Even surprising that these products are not only gaining popularity amongst adults but teens and tweens are showing their interest in them. 

Many of these products are useful and skin-friendly while most of them cause skin irritation and can be costly. 

And even if these products are suitable for skin, does buying them cause any unhealthy reactions in the appearance and beauty?

Well, you need to look into this matter from a medical perspective. Here is the spoiler alert – for teens and tweens should stop the use of skin products now, especially the expensive ones. But let’s talk about when you should use them. 

When can a teen and tween use skin products?

When your doctor recommends it 

If you are suffering from any skin condition that needs to be treated with the help of medication, such as psoriasis or eczema, skin care products can help. 

For example, with eczema, you need to use fragrance-free moisturizers and cleansers. Always talk to your doctor regarding which brand to choose, and get their advice on how you can use them in a better way. 

If you have dry or sensitive skin

Again, you need to use fragrance-free cleansers for eczema. Go with the non-irritating moisturizers instead of using lotions as they will be much more effective for your dry skin.

If you have any questions regarding the products you buy, take help from your doctors.

What about skin care products that help fight acne?

It’s very rare not to have pimples when you go through adolescence. Most teens are not affected by them, but in case you are bothered by your pimples, you can use acne products. 

• Choose mild cleansers rather than those containing alcohol. You need to check whether these cleansers go well with your dry skin or eczema. 
• You can use the acne treatment products that contain salicylic acid, alpha-hydroxy acid, benzoyl peroxide. The use of adapalene can help fight more stubborn pimples. 
• Talk to your doctors about what suits your child’s skin, and talk to them if those products are not helpful. There are many other treatment options available that you can use.

When you should use what?

The easiest way one needs to remember is when you need to do your skin care. The morning routine focuses on prevention and protection for the entire day, while the nighttime routine focuses on repairing and cleansing.

Most people really need to focus on washing their face in a day. In the morning, they need to rinse their face with warm water before applying moisturizer and sunscreen.

However, during the night, after a full day of exposure and damage, you need to focus on more dedicated care. So, before bed, you need to wash your face with a cleanser to remove unwanted dirt and makeup. After that, you can use toner and serums if you consider using them. In any case, don’t forget to moisturize. 

No matter the time of day, you need to wash your face regularly after working out as sweat can make acne even worse. Remember that when you go to bed, always take your makeup off.

Ask questions and help dispel myths

If your teens or tween does not fall into one of these groups, chances are that they only need plain old soap and water and the occasional moisturizer if the skin gets dry. 

If you have normal, healthy skin and still want to buy specialized skin products, ask yourself why you need them. Do your best as possible to get rid of these marketing myths – that products will prevent problems you do not have.