Am I too young to start a skincare routine? Should I start my daughter's / son's skincare routine now? “ Consider this, “Sebum production starts between ages 9 and 10. It’s imperative to start a healthy skin care routine before the introduction of makeup and the onset of puberty,” says Kim Grustas. However, take into account that premature skin care will inhibit the development of your skin. Hence, do not attempt to use skin care products other than gentle cleansers, moisturizer, and sunscreen before the skin is fully developed.

Before 10 years old, child's skin is particularly sensitive, it is still in strengthening and developing process, apply chemical-based products on the skin would eventually harm the skin. The skin should be able to stay clean and healthy itself in this age, just clean the face by using pure water! If it is necessary to use cleanser due to dirt or oil, only use gentle facial cleanser to wash the face. What really matters in this age is to clean off dirt or oil from the skin, do not go further step than this!

At teenage age, hormonal changes affect skin dramatically, particularly on the face, chest, shoulders, and back. Excessive sebum production may lead to oily and acne prone skin, vary on various factors, including genetics, environment, and stress. However, basic cleansing, weekly exfoliation, moisturizing and sun protection are enough in this age. If acne is the concern, try to avoid using harsh products such as acids and scrubs. Click here for Essential Skin Care Guide For Teenage.

Instead of using additional skin products for skin, you may acquire or teach your daughter/son some knowledge of taking care of skin as listed below:

 

Do's

• Drink a lot of water
• Eat Healthy food
• Use sunscreen with at least SPF 15 under the sun
• Clean face twice a day
• Completely remove makeup before sleep

 

Don'ts

• Do not attempt to pop pimples
• Do not touch face with hands
• Keep away hair from face
• Don't smoke
• Do not scrub the face too hard

 

Remember: The skin care products you or your wife are using should be not used on your daughter or son! Different products are designed for different skin characteristics depends on age.