ACNE SKINCARE PRODUCT AND SKIN ROUTINE FOR TEENAGERS

Overview

Acne is common among teenagers, affecting about 85% of teens and young adults between the ages of 12 and 24. However, with a consistent skincare routine, acne can be managed effectively. This guide outlines a simple daily skincare routine and suggests CeraVe products that can help manage acne and oily skin.

Types of Teenage Acne:

1. Whiteheads: Clogged, closed pores creating white or flesh-colored bumps.
2. Blackheads: Open clogged pores appearing as black or brown specks.
3. Papules and Pustules: Small red bumps (papules) or pus-filled bumps (pustules).
4. Nodules and Cysts: Large, painful lumps caused by deep pore clogging, often requiring a dermatologist’s consultation.

Causes of Teenage Acne:

• Hormonal Changes: Androgens increase oil production during puberty, leading to clogged pores and acne breakouts.
• Genetics, Stress, and Cosmetics: Other factors that can influence acne.

PRODUCT YOU CAN USE

CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser

• Key Ingredients: 4% Benzoyl Peroxide, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide
• Benefits: Dissolves dirt and excess oil, clears active acne, retains skin moisture, soothes skin.

How to Use: Wet face with lukewarm water, apply cleanser, massage gently, and rinse thoroughly.

Acne Control Cleanser

Made For: Acne-Prone Oily Skin
Helps With: Acne

Product Details:

Acne can affect both teenagers and adults, making an effective cleanser crucial in any anti-acne skincare routine. Ideal for daily use, this cleanser gently exfoliates dead skin cells that can clog pores and lead to acne. A cleanser with salicylic acid offers acne-controlling benefits and can complement other over-the-counter and prescription-based treatments, helping to maintain clear, healthy skin. Consult with your dermatologist for personalized advice.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Oil-Absorbing Technology: Silica and other powders help absorb excess oil.
• Non-Comedogenic: Won’t clog pores.
• Fragrance-Free: To avoid fragrance irritation.
• Paraben-Free: Formulated without parabens to be gentle on the skin.
• Hectorite Clay: Helps absorb oil and makes skin look less shiny.

How To Use:

1. Use every morning and evening.
2. Wet face, then work a dime-sized amount into a lather.
3. Gently massage, avoiding the eye area.
4. Rinse well.

Resurfacing Retinol Serum

Overview:
Developed with dermatologists, CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum is designed to smooth your skin’s texture by reducing the appearance of post-acne marks, minimizing the look of pores, and improving your skin’s surface.

Made For: Post-Acne Skin
Helps With: Post-Acne Skin

Key Features & Benefits:

• Gentle on Skin: Non-drying formula.
• Non-Comedogenic: Won’t clog pores.
• Paraben-Free: Formulated without parabens to be gentle on the skin.
• Fragrance-Free: To avoid fragrance irritation.
• Licorice Root Extract: Known to help brighten the appearance of skin.

How To Use:

1. Apply evenly to face daily.

• Tips: Avoid contact with eyes and lips. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. If discomfort occurs during the first application, space out applications until skin adjusts. Apply a sunscreen while using this product.

When:

• Time of Day: PM ONLY
• Routine Order: Cleanse, Tone, Treat, Moisturize, Protect
• Where: Face

Acne Control Gel

Overview:
CeraVe Acne Control Gel is a hydrating, daily acne treatment with 2% salicylic acid that clears acne and helps prevent new breakouts from forming.

Made For: Acne-Prone Oily Skin
Helps With: Acne

Key Features & Benefits:

• Gentle on Skin: Non-drying formula.
• MVE® Delivery Technology: Controlled release for all-day hydration.
• Non-Comedogenic: Won’t clog pores.
• Paraben-Free: Formulated without parabens to be gentle on the skin.
• Fragrance-Free: To avoid fragrance irritation.

How To Use:

1. Cleanse the skin thoroughly before applying this product.

• Tips: Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor.

1. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily.

• Tips: If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.
• Sunburn Alert: This product contains an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.

When:

• Time of Day: PM ONLY
• Routine Order: Cleanse, Tone, Treat, Moisturize, Protect
• Where: Face

Daytime Routine for Teenage Acne

Step 1: Cleanse

• Choose a Gentle Acne Cleanser: Look for a cleanser with beneficial ingredients like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and ceramides, such as CeraVe’s acne cleansers.
• For Comedonal Acne (Whiteheads and Blackheads): Use a cleanser with salicylic acid, like CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser with 2% salicylic acid.
• For Acne Pimples: Use a foaming face wash with benzoyl peroxide, such as CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser with 4% benzoyl peroxide, to reduce acne-causing bacteria and prevent new breakouts.

Step 2: Moisturize and Protect

• Use a Moisturizer: A CeraVe moisturizer helps keep the skin hydrated, lock in moisture, and maintain the skin’s protective barrier.
• Choose a Non-Comedogenic Moisturizer with Sunscreen: For daytime use, opt for a moisturizer with broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher, like CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion. It moisturizes, nourishes the skin, and provides sun protection.
• Apply and Reapply Sunscreen: Follow the label instructions and use other protective measures like wearing hats, sunglasses, and long-sleeved shirts. Seek shade during peak hours to avoid sun damage.

Nighttime Routine for Teenage Acne

Step 1: Cleanse Again

• Use a Gentle Cleanser: In the evening, cleanse with a hydrating face wash, such as CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser.
• Gentle Cleansing Tip: Acne cannot be “washed away.” Avoid vigorous scrubbing and cleanse gently using fingertips and lukewarm water.

Step 2: Apply an Acne Treatment or Serum

• Use a Topical Acne Treatment: Apply CeraVe Acne Control Gel, which contains 2% salicylic acid for gentle exfoliation. Be mindful of your skin’s response and avoid using multiple treatments simultaneously to prevent dryness.

Step 3: Use a Lightweight Nighttime Moisturizer

• Apply a Suitable Night Cream: Use a non-comedogenic nighttime moisturizer like CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion. Avoid moisturizers with sunscreen for nighttime use.

Teen Skincare Tips for Acne

• Don’t Overuse Acne Treatments
• Avoid Picking or Popping Pimples
• Practice Self-Care and Reduce Stress