The adolescent period is accompanied by the active work of the hormonal system of the human body. In addition to changes in behavior and character, implying a psychological aspect, there are external transformations. The figure acquires adult forms, which subsequently remain.
Features of teenage skin
Puberty in boys begins at age 14, in girls at 12. Sex hormones and growth hormones begin to be thrown into the bloodstream of the child's body in huge numbers. Skin pores are getting bigger, which contributes to the release of sebum, which makes the teenage face oily. The cells of the stratum corneum are desquamated, further defects that arise depend on how much the processes with the mass of dead cells will occur.
Occurrence black spots, acne, blackheads bypass units. Most adolescents have to go through this, but the main thing to remember is that these are natural processes and there is nothing wrong with them. Cosmetic preparations will not completely eliminate acne before the end of the puberty, but will help improve the appearance of the skin and normalize metabolic processes. Teenagers need to take care of their skin, regardless of gender.
Teen Skin Care Rules
For starters, teens should not neglect the basic rules of hygiene.
Wash your face twice a day using a foam or gel with an anti-inflammatory effect. In this age period, it will be more useful to wash with warm boiled water.
Do not forget to wipe the skin with a tonic and light herbal infusions. Eliminate junk food from the diet, worry less, stress affects health and appearance badly. Touch your face as rarely as possible and in no case crush acne. Get used to consistent facial skin care procedures: cleansing, moisturizing, nourishing, protecting.
The subtleties of caring for teenage facial skin depend on its type.
Oily Skin Care
In adolescents with this type of skin, acne and other inflammations on the face most often appear, because the sebaceous glands function faster. Dust penetrates into the enlarged pores, mixing with fat. Hence, skin problems arise. We recommend using a washing gel with chamomile or calendula components that relieve inflammation, tighten pores and reduce sebum production.
The composition of the funds should not include alcohol, it enhances the work of the sebaceous glands. Acne Gels Are GoodEffaclar fromLa roche-posay andPure System Yves Rocher.We also recommend using oil for oily and combination skin. Lotus oil face treatment from Clarins. Cream will save you from acne and acneHimalaya Herbals.
From the budget option, you can buy a 2% salicylic acid solution in a pharmacy and treat them with skin inflammation 2 times a day. Carry out the procedure for no more than 5 days.If a teenage girl wants to use makeup, then you should choose one with the inscription "non-comedogenic", which does not clog the skin of the face.
Dry Skin Care
Dry skin in a teenager is rare, but it happens that the cells are too isolated from the outer layer of the skin. The pores are small, reduced sweating and sebum. Dull skin peels and itches, so instead of foam, we recommend washing your face with milk.
A hot bath and a simple soap dry your skin, so use only warm water and special mild products. After a shower, apply mineral oil or a lotion without alcohol and fragrances that increase moisture, nourish and soften the skin. Cosmetology provides a wide selection of good products for any type of skin. We recommend using milk to cleanse with bio-damask rose from Logona or milk fromWeleda.
Combination skin care
In adolescents with combination skin, a dry and oily area is pronounced. Sebaceous glands accumulate in the T-zone - forehead, nose, chin. Often, acne and acne occur on the face. You need to wash your face 2-3 times a day, using products that do not contain alcohol. Apply foam or gel in massaging movements, paying more attention to the oily area of the skin.
You can use a cleansing mousseClarifying Foaming Cleanser from Elizabeth Arden.Do not forget the importance of tonic for the skin. Good tonic Secretkey "Rose", or cheaper optionGarnier Skin Naturals.There is also a matting elixir to narrow pores "Bamboo" Erborian, which can be applied to certain areas of the skin.
Normal Skin Care
With a normal type of skin, a teenager rarely has acne and rashes. It is easier to provide care for teenage skin of this type, additional funds are not needed, it is better to postpone the use of tonic and creams until adolescence.
You can safely buy foamy products, rinse them off more easily and do no harm, for example, washing gel “Gloss Control” Clean & Clear.Choose moisturizers with a light texture and composition, this will be enough to nourish the skin. Suitable for normal skin tonicThe Oil Absorbing Tonic from La Mer.
Problem Skin Care
Caring for problem skin on the face of a teenager requires more thorough cleansing, matting and prevention of acne. Use an acid-based gel and then a lotion with a little alcohol.
Cosmetics choose non-comedogenic and light texture. They should include: salicylic, glycolic and fruit acids, zinc and copper salts, anti-inflammatory ingredients. For example, gelPure system from Yves Rocher, lotionStopproblemor complex toolEFFACLAR DUO + LaRoche-Posay for face. If the acne does not go away for a long time, then the teenager should be taken to a cosmetologist who will conduct proper procedures in the salon and prescribe medications.
How to choose cosmetics?
Girls will not aggravate the situation if they begin to use decorative cosmetics, while not forgetting to wash it off the skin upon arrival home. It is better to buy teenage cosmetics that do not clog pores and do not cause infection. This is a significant stage in the life of every girl, in the choice of which a mother or close relative should take part.
Criteria for choosing cosmetics for a teenager:
- Determine skin type. Identify problems that need to be addressed: acne, oily sheen, peeling;
- Having identified the shortcomings, it is necessary to begin the search for suitable teenage cosmetics. Examine the ratings and determine for yourself several brands with satisfactory quality and value;
- Be mindful of the composition. Minerals and organic substances are beneficial for the skin and do not cause allergic reactions;
- From makeup cosmetics enough gel, tonic and cream;
- Choose decorative cosmetics, on the packaging of which there is an inscription "non-comedogenic", it will allow the pores to breathe;
- In the store, apply a tester to your wrist skin. If after a day the product does not cause irritation, then buy it and apply on the face;
- If the effect of using the product disappears, change it. This means that the skin is used to the product and it no longer fulfills its purpose;
- It is imperative to wash off the makeup before bedtime, and preferably immediately upon arrival home. Cosmetics are a burden for the skin of the face, from which components it did not consist;
- Always keep an eye on expiration dates.
Homemade masks for teens
Face masks are one of the first effective means that have been used for a long time. You need to apply them no more than twice a week, while they significantly improve the condition of teenage skin, soothe and nourish it. Not only purchased masks, but also home-made ones are good.
For oily skin:
- Cucumber. You can attach chopped vegetable rings to the skin of the face. The second way is to grate the cucumber, mix with lemon juice and apply on the face. Keep no longer than 20 minutes. Eliminates redness and irritation.
- Mask of honey and chamomile against acne. Melt in a water bath five tablespoons of honey and four chamomile flowers for 20 minutes. Strain the solution through cheesecloth. When the mask cools down, apply on the face for half an hour, then rinse with warm water. The mixture is kept in the refrigerator for about a month.
For dry skin:
- From grapefruit, honey and yolk against peeling. Mix 1 tablespoon of grapefruit juice with 1 teaspoon of honey and yolk. Apply to cleansed skin for a quarter of an hour. Rinse off with barely warm water.
- With yeast. Restores moisture balance, against peeling, nourishing. Dilute 20 grams of yeast with hot green tea and leave for 10-15 minutes. Add 5 milliliters of grape oil and 3 drops of lemon essential oil. Apply with a brush, without going into the area of the eyes and mouth. Wash off after 10-15 minutes. Apply 4-5 times a month.
For normal:
- With aloe. Cleansing from black dots. Peel one leaf and grind in a blender with a spoon of lemon juice. Beat the protein and mix with aloe. Wash off the mask after 15 minutes.
- With porridge Hercules. 1 tablespoon of cereal pour hot boiled water. Apply swollen gruel on face for 20 minutes.
For the problematic:
- From protein and lemon. Tightens pores and eliminates acne. Beat egg white, add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to it, mix. Apply to cleansed skin, after drying repeat the procedure several more times. Rinse with warm water and spread face moisturizer.
- From aloe and honey. It relieves pus, nourishes. Cut 2 leaves of the plant and leave in the refrigerator for 2 weeks. Squeeze juice out of them and mix with melted honey. Juice and honey should be an equal amount. Apply for 15 minutes.
For combined:
- From gelatin and activated carbon. Disinfects pores and removes dirt and greasy fat from them. Stir 1 teaspoon of gelatin with water 1: 3. When it swells, add one crushed tablet of activated carbon into it. Apply to inflammation and wait 30 minutes. Mask 1-2 times a week.
- From oatmeal and aloe. Removes redness and cleanses the skin. Pour a handful of oatmeal with hot water. Wait until they swell and cool, add half a teaspoon of aloe juice. Massaging movements rub into teenage skin, evenly distributing. Wait 5 minutes and rinse with slightly cool water.
Home masks are easy to manufacture and effective in practice. In a month, a noticeable result will be visible. Follow the tips described in this article and by the age of 20 you will have gorgeous, smooth skin.
