Fluctuating teenage hormones can trigger the need to pay more careful attention to a teen's skincare regimen. The teenage years also present a time when teens start paying more attention to beauty and appearance. For this reason, it's important to establish a skincare routine that presents a healthy self image.
Establish a Routine
Teenagers should cleanse their skin twice daily--once in the morning to remove dirt and oils that can occur during sleep and once at night to remove any sweat, dirt, oils or makeup if a teenager is permitted to wear it. Facial cleansers can range from soaps, foaming cleansers or gels. While others may establish a routine or have a preference as to how to cleanse the skin, the basics include pulling or securing the hair off the face, then moistening the skin with warm water or warm water on a washcloth. Cleanser should be applied from the hairline to underneath the jaw. Rinse carefully with warm water, then gently dry with a soft towel.
Care for Pimples
Unless a teenager is very lucky, a pimple or pimples is an inevitability of her age. It's important to establish a healthy routine to treat a pimple in order to avoid picking at the pimple, which can cause scarring. For most pimples, an over-the-counter spot treatment can help to rid the inflamed area of dirt and oil that caused the lesion. A number of options exist, including treatments containing benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid and sulfur, because these may be drying or cause redness, using an alcohol-free moisturizer can help to prevent dryness or discomfort. Failure to treat acne lesions can worsen acne and increase the likelihood of scarring, even if a person does not pick the pimple, according to ABCLocal.go.com.
Visit a Dermatologist
While it may seem embarrassing to see a physician for skin conditions, sometimes teenage skin requires medical consultation or care in order to achieve a more beautiful appearance. Signs your teen may need to seek dermatological care include if your teen is visibly shy or embarrassed about her skin, over-the-counter treatment methods do not seem to be working or the pimples are pus-filled. Most acne can be controlled with treatment--however, consultation is the first step to success.
Practice Healthy Habits
Healthy and beautiful skin does not begin and end with face washes or spot treatments--instead, lifestyle habits such as getting enough sleep are also necessary for beautiful skin. While the amount of sleep needed varies from person to person, your teenager should be getting anywhere from seven to nine hours of sleep per night, according to KidsHealth.org. Also, drinking plenty of water during the day can help skin stay hydrated and avoid the appearance of dry, flaking skin.
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