The Dermatologist-Approved Teenage Skincare Routine with Dr. Justine Kluk

The papers are full of stories about 12-year-olds demanding high-strength retinols, but from what I’m seeing with the brilliant young writers I mentor in The Beauty Ed® | THE LAB, the reality is much more nuanced. Our teens are savvy, they’re curious, and they love the "glamour" of a fun brand - but they also want to know what’s actually right for their skin.After 28 years in this industry, I’m less worried about the headlines and more focused on the education. That’s why I’ve brought back the wonderful Dr. Justine Kluk, a consultant dermatologist, to help us navigate the "Cosmeticore" trend and give you a definitive, safe, and expert-led skincare roadmap for the young people in your life.In this episode, we cover:Insights from THE LAB: I share what I’m learning from mentoring student journalists at my son’s school - and how they’re finding their own emotional voices in a skincare world that's dominated by influencer culture.The "Cosmeticore" Buzzword: Defining the trend of skin-obsessed teens and whether it actually exists in Justine's Harley Street practice.The Allergic Breaking Point: Justine shares the reality of what happens when young skin is over-exposed to too many chemicals and preservatives.Retinol vs. Retinoids: We clarify the difference between using Vitamin A for "anti-aging" (which they don't need!) and using it as a gold-standard treatment for acne.The Dermatologist’s Shopping List: The affordable, gentle brands we trust, including CeraVe, Bioma, Cetaphil, and Curel.Why We Aren’t "Skincare Grinches": From bedazzling sunscreen bottles to the joy of a hydrating mask at a sleepover, we talk about how to keep the "fun" in beauty without the risk.Why Justine LOVES spot stickers. Yay!Derm-Approved Makeup: Justine's favorite "skincare-first" concealers from Erborian, ELF, and NARS.For more information on the products discussed check out thebeautyed.com where you'll find a full write up on this episode, and if you'd like to connect with me, find me on Instagram @thebeautyed and don't forget to subscribe to my newsletter.