Safe Skin Care for Tweens & Teens

7/19/2025

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If you have daughters in the tweens and teens age, you are likely aware of the popular marketing of skin care and cosmetic products to this population. However, pediatricians and dermatologists are becoming increasingly concerned in regards to a number of these marketed products and the potential health risks they pose for our tween and teen girls.

The pediatric population has a more delicate skin structure than adults making them much more sensitive to the chemical composition of many of these products. They are also more likely to develop a contact dermatitis from products. In addition, many of these products contain fragrances and endocrine disrupting ingredients that may be harmful.

Things to avoid in Tweens & Teens skin care products:

Acids
Harsh chemicals
Exfoliators
Retinols
Scrubs (bead or seed products)
Fragrances
Phthalates
Parabens

Instead focus on a gentle fragrance free cleanser and moisturizer and use a zinc oxide containing pediatric friendly sunscreen when needed.

References: https://www.endocrine.org/patient-engagement/endocrine-library/edcs

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