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Firstly, I would recommend cleansing twice daily, coupled with the use of a suitable moisturiser designed for oily or combination skin - this forms a good solid foundation to work from.
Given the hormonal fluctuations typical in teenagers, which may lead to oily or blemish-prone skin, the incorporation of cleansers that contain mild actives like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide can be beneficial. Additionally, for adolescents engaging in outdoor sports between March and October in the UK (such as tennis, rowing, rugby or football) the inclusion of Suncream SPF with a factor of 30-50 on all exposed areas is advisable.
Something I feel quite strongly about is discouraging the adoption of intricate anti-ageing routines that involve actives like vitamin C, retinoids and other exfoliating acids. Teenagers are sometimes overly concerned about premature ageing. I recently saw a 14-year-old in the clinic who was concerned about crow’s feet. She had undoubtedly been influenced by social media and influencers.