Teen skin can feel like a total mystery… One day it’s clear, the next it’s throwing a breakout party. With so many products out there (acids, retinols, masks, serums — you name it), it’s hard to know what you really need and what’s just hype. The truth? Teen skin thrives on simple, gentle, effective routines that protect, soothe and treat without overloading. Here are some golden rules to keep your routine in check, plus the ultimate beauty kit that packs in all the essentials you’ll actually use.
Teen Skin Rules
1. Keep it gentle
Harsh scrubs and strong acids? Not necessary. Instead, reach for Dr. Hauschka - Soothing Cleansing Milk, a natural, award-winning formula that cleanses morning and night without stripping your skin barrier. Pair it with GLOV - Ultra Soft Reusable Pads, which remove makeup and dirt with just water (or your favourite cleanser). You can also reuse them up to 500 times!
2. Hydration is your BFF
Skin loves hydration, no matter if it’s oily, dry, or combination. Peter Thomas Roth - Cucumber Gel Mask is perfect for soothing, cooling and refreshing, even better if you leave it on overnight. And for lips, Lanolips - 101 Ointment Multi-Balm - Glazed Donut is a cult classic for sealing in moisture.
3. SPF, always
Sunscreen isn’t just for summer, UV rays and blue light hit your skin every day. Morphe - Sunsetter Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Setting Spray is the easiest way to reapply SPF, especially if you’re wearing makeup. It sets your look while protecting your skin. And for the lips, Sebamed - Lip Defence Balm adds SPF protection so your lips stay soft and shielded from sun damage.
4. Treat breakouts the right way
Pimples happen, but picking only makes things worse. Grace & Stella - Multishape Pimple Patches are cute, effective hydrocolloid patches that help flatten spots fast. For more targeted action, grüum - fläcka Advanced Spot Treatment with azelaic and salicylic acid unclogs pores and calms redness, while Skin + Me - Breakouts + Visible Pores Serum works overnight to minimise breakouts and smooth skin without damaging your barrier.
5. Soothe irritation
Skin feeling stressed? Dermikelp - Acute Soothing Cream calms irritation and redness, especially for reactive skin or post-shave bumps. ISOSKIN - Hypochlorous Spray is another multi-tasking must-have — it hydrates, fights bacteria and helps keep skin calm and balanced.
6. Fun extras make a difference
Skincare doesn’t have to be boring. BeautyPro - CICA + NIACINAMIDE Facial Sheet Mask is a quick, 15-minute pick-me-up that leaves skin calm and hydrated. For clearer pores, Bioré - Pore Refining Foaming Nose Mask bubbles away dirt and oil for smoother-looking skin. And if you’re after a glow, St. Tropez - Purity Face Mist gives an easy, natural radiance boost (without the fake tan smell).
7. Don’t forget the rest of you
Healthy skin isn’t just about your face. Dr. Lipp - All Ways All Over Daily Wash is a 100% natural, fragrance-free multitasker that works as a face wash, body wash, shampoo, or even shaving gel. And because life comes with cramps too, DeoDoc - Heat Patches are discreet and soothing, giving up to 10 hours of relief whenever you need it.
8. Makeup should be easy
If you love experimenting with makeup, the right tools matter. Nanshy - 4-in-1 Marvel Makeup Blending Sponge - Mint Green makes applying foundation, concealer and contour seamless, with a super-soft, latex-free design that’s gentle on skin.
The Teen Kind Beauty Kit
Following these rules doesn’t mean buying dozens of products. That’s why we’ve created The Teen Kind Beauty Kit — a collection of 17 must-have items that tick every box. From cleansers and masks to SPF and pimple patches, this kit has everything you need to care for teen skin.
Think of it as your skin-fix toolkit: simple steps, zero confusion, and products chosen to soothe, smooth and protect. Whether you’re dealing with breakouts, dry patches, or just want to feel fresh and confident, this edit is here for you.
