✨ Everything That Teens Need to Know Before Buying! -

By Minnie | Teen Blush

With skincare everywhere on TikTok and Insta, it can feel like everyone’s a beauty guru. But truth is most of us are just guessing! 🙈 If you’ve ever felt lost in the world of cleansers, toners, and 12-step routines — don’t worry. You’re not alone.

Let’s break down the real basics of skincare — what you actually need to take care of your skin (without overdoing it).

🧼 1. Cleanser is IMPORTANT

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Forget fancy names — your skin just needs a gentle, non-stripping cleanser. It removes dirt, oil, and leftover makeup.

Look for:

“Fragrance-free” or “gentle”
Gel-based for oily skin
Creamy for dry skin

🧴 Examples: CeraVe Foaming Cleanser (oily/combo), Simple Kind to Skin Cleanser (dry/sensitive)

💧 2. Moisturise

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Whether you’re oily, dry or combo — your skin still needs moisture! Skipping it makes your skin produce more oil or get flaky.

💡 Tip: Choose a lightweight gel for oily skin, or a creamy one for dry skin.

🧴 Try: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel, Aveeno Daily Moisturising Lotion

☀️ 3. SPF is Non-Negotiable

Daily sunscreen is the secret to clear, even-toned, healthy skin long-term. It protects against:

Sunburn
Hyperpigmentation
Wrinkles
Skin cancer 😬

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🧴 Go for: SPF 30+ that’s labelled broad spectrum

💡 Faves: Bondi Sands Face SPF, La Roche-Posay Anthelios

🚫 What You Don’t Need Yet

❌ Toners with alcohol
❌ Exfoliating acids every day
❌ Expensive serums “just because”
❌ Retinol (unless recommended by a doctor)

💖 The Golden Rule: Less is More

Start simple:

Cleanse
Moisturise
Protect (SPF)

That’s it. Build slowly once you understand your skin’s needs — not what someone with different skin is doing on TikTok.

💬 Final Thoughts

What’s in your current skincare routine? Are you team #3StepRoutine or #SkincareMaximalist? Drop a comment below! 👇