The best skincare for teens and tweens
The teen and tween skincare products to shop for healthy, glowing skin.
Shopping for tween and teen skincare can feel like navigating a maze, especially with all the options and advice out there.
But understanding their unique skin needs is key to finding the right products. Whether it’s dealing with acne, dryness, or sensitive skin, there are a few things every parent should know to ensure their child gets the best care.
From gentle ingredients to age-appropriate routines, here’s everything you need to know about skincare shopping for your tween or teen.
Shop the best teen and tween skincare products
indu Universal Mini Discovery Set
from $40 at Sephora
Indu’s travel-sized skincare set is perfect for teens on the go, featuring mini versions of the Universal Cream Cleanser, Universal Soft-Cream Moisturiser and Clear Skin Fix Mask in adorable refillable bottles.
The vegan, cruelty-free, dermatologically tested formulas are microbiome-friendly, pH-balanced and non-comedogenic, making them suitable for all skin types including dry, oily, combination and sensitive skin.
Includes:
- indu Cream Cleanser
- indu Universal Soft-Cream Moisturiser
- indu Clear Skin Fix Mask
Oh Flossy Skincare – Glowing Skin Essentials Kit
from $69.95 at Oh Flossy
Here’s the skincare routine tweens and teens have been waiting for! This set has everything you need for an easy, effective routine that keeps your skin healthy, hydrated, and glowing every day.
The Oh Flossy Glowing Skin Essentials Kit includes all three products:
- Glow Getter Gentle Face Wash, a mild cleanser that freshens and cleans without being too harsh.
- Dreamy Dew Hydrating Moisturiser, a light moisturizer that keeps skin hydrated all day.
- Whipped Wonder Shimmering Body Custard, a luxurious body cream that nourishes and adds a touch of shimmer.
Juicy Gel Gentle Gel Cleanser,
from $39 at Go-To
This Gentle Gel Cleanser lifts away dirt and impurities without stripping your natural oils, keeping your skin barrier calm, balanced and comfy.
It’s packed with soothing, skin-loving ingredients like:
- Cucumber extract for hydration, plumping and a refreshing cool-down
- Lotus root water to condition and nourish
- Aloe vera to soothe dryness and keep skin supple
indu Micro-Fine Wonder Scrub
from $36 at Sephora
indu’s ultra-fine face scrub gently exfoliates teen skin to smooth texture and clear congestion, using micro-particles to buff away dead skin cells while green clay and charcoal help absorb excess oil, reduce shine and lift impurities, leaving skin softer, cleaner and brighter without stripping; the vegan, cruelty-free, dermatologically tested formula is microbiome-friendly, pH-balanced and non-comedogenic, making it suitable for all skin types.
UltraClear Acne Kit
from $140 at biomiq
Designed to help bring acne under control, this trio of cleanser, wipes and serum works gently to support the skin barrier and microbiome. You’ll also get three full-size products, a neoprene biomiq skincare bag and a biomiq spa headband.
Includes:
- UltraClear Cleanser
- UltraClear Serum
- Clear Wipes
- Spa Headband
- Neoprene biomiq skincare bag
4 Step Routine Bundle – Cleanser, Exfoliant, Moisturiser & Face Oil
from $99 (usually $108) at Vee Organics
This gentle and effective 4-step routine, perfect for young skin starting to show signs of breakouts.
It’s all about creating good skincare habits with 100% natural and organic ingredients, available in cute teal or pink bottles.
The 4 Step Routine Bundle includes:
- Breezy Cleansing Milk
- Silky Skin Exfoliant
- Dreamy Lush Moisturiser
- Fab Face Oil
My First Skincare Routine
from $140 at Petite Skin Co.
Say goodbye to skincare guesswork! Whether it’s those first pesky pimples, blackheads, or just wanting to start good habits early, Petite Skin Co.’s My First Skincare Routine has got your kid covered. Perfect for a gentle introduction to great skin.
This kit contains:
- 150ml Face Cleansing Foam – Confetti Collection
- 50ml Face Moisturiser
- 75g SPF50 Face Sunscreen
- 1 Pink Heart Shape Skin Buffer
DermaAngel “Total Glow Try-Out” Bundle
from $25.00 at DermaAngel
This all-in-one bundle from DermaAngel has everything you need for clear, glowing skin. With ultra-thin patches made from hydrocolloid material, they absorb oil and pus while acting as a protective barrier. They help stop the urge to squeeze, speeding up healing and preventing scars.
This kit includes three acne patch kits:
- The Day patches offer subtle protection during the day
- The Night patches work their magic overnight
- The Lightening patches help fade those pesky post-acne marks.
indu Ultimate Clarifying Skincare Set
from $109 by Sephora
indu’s Clarifying Gel Cleanser, Clarifying HydroGel Moisturiser and Micro-FineWonder Scrub in a giftable set for all skincare lovers, whether beginners or pros. Suitable for oily and blemish-prone skin types.
Includes:
- indu Clarifying Gel Cleanser 50ml
- indu Clariying Hydrogel Moisturiser 30ml
- indu Spot On Paste 15g.
Teen skincare 101: What every parent needs to know
Navigating skincare with teens can feel tricky. From viral TikTok trends to fancy adult serums, it’s easy for parents to feel overwhelmed – and for teens to spend big on products they don’t actually need.
We spoke with Aaron Chatterley, Co-Founder and CEO of teen skincare brand, indu, about what really matters when it comes to keeping teen skin healthy.
From teen talk to a skincare start-up
Aaron’s journey started at home. “We’d just sold our previous business, a UK-based multi-brand beauty retailer called Feelunique, to Sephora in the summer of 2021,” he explains. “I was talking to my then 12-year-old daughters about skincare and what products and brands they were using, and one of them said those terrifying words: ‘Well, I saw on TikTok that if I start using retinols now I won’t get wrinkles when I’m 25.’”
Aaron laughs, but the concern was real. “I naturally told them this was CRAZY and that they should be using skincare products designed for teens. But they told me there weren’t any. Then came the gut-punch challenge: ‘Well, you’ve sold your business, you’ve got nothing to do now, so why don’t you start one?’ And so we did!”
Why age-appropriate, microbiome-friendly skincare matters
Teens are spending a fortune on adult skincare but it’s not always safe or necessary. Aaron explains: “Many adult skincare brands, while fantastic for adults, often contain ingredients that teens just aren’t ready for. At best, they’re unnecessary; at worst, they can be harmful and actually make their skin issues worse.”
This is where indu’s teen-focused, microbiome-friendly approach comes in, offering products that protect and support teen skin without overcomplicating things.
Making skincare teens actually want to use
Balancing teen desires with parental peace of mind was a major challenge from day one. “We had to design effective products, make sure they were teen-first and aspirational, and also acceptable to parents,” Aaron says.
To get it right, indu teamed up with top product formulators – the team behind many of Elemis’ hero products – and created a simple 3-step routine: Cleanse, Moisturise, Protect. Teens were involved from the start. “We created a teen committee, now over 100 strong, involved in everything from tone and branding to product development and user trials.”
Education is key
For Aaron, skincare is just one piece of the puzzle. “A good skincare routine is important, but it’s only part of healthy skin. Equally important are good sleep, nutrition, rest, and hydration. The best skincare products in the world won’t give you perfect skin if you ignore these other factors.”
Simple, effective, teen-friendly skincare
Aaron is proud of the simplicity of indu’s range. “Honestly, all of our products are perfect for teens. The range is super-simple: Cleanse, Moisturise, Protect. Unless your teen has a serious skin condition needing medical attention, this is all they need – plus sleep, nutrition, rest, and hydration of course!”
Parenting tips for navigating teen skincare
“From my own experience with my 16-year-old twin girls – don’t underestimate how important skin health is to them, but don’t sell them on skincare as a silver bullet. Teens often look for quick fixes, but teaching them a holistic approach, while not always the easy route, will definitely reap benefits in the long run.”
