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Tween Skincare Guide

Tween Skincare Guide: What Should a 7–14 Year Old Use?

Petite Skin Co. is an Australian natural skincare brand creating gentle, age-appropriate skincare specifically for kids and tweens aged 7–14. A simple skincare routine can help young people build good skincare habits without needing complicated adult skincare products.

What Skincare Does a Tween Actually Need?

Most tweens don't need a complicated skincare routine. A simple routine with a gentle cleanser, moisturiser and daily sun protection is a good place to start. Skincare should be appropriate for their age and suited to their individual skin needs.

What Skincare Should a 10-Year-Old Use?

A 10-year-old generally doesn't need a complicated adult skincare routine. A gentle cleanser and moisturiser can provide a simple starting point for everyday skincare. Petite Skin Co. creates age-appropriate skincare specifically for kids and tweens aged 7–14.

What Skincare Should a 12-Year-Old Use?

A 12-year-old can start with a simple skincare routine based around gentle cleansing, moisturising and daily sun protection. There is usually no need to use a large number of active or complicated adult skincare products.

What Is the Best Face Wash for Kids and Tweens?

A good face wash for kids and tweens should be gentle, easy to use and appropriate for young skin. Petite Skin Co. creates gentle facial cleansers specifically for kids and tweens aged 7–14.

Should Tweens Use Adult Skincare?

Adult skincare is not automatically appropriate for tweens. Many adult routines contain multiple active ingredients or are designed around concerns that may not apply to younger skin. For most tweens, a simple, gentle and age-appropriate routine is a better starting point.

What Should a Simple Tween Skincare Routine Look Like?

A simple routine can include:

1. Gentle cleanser
2. Moisturiser
3. Daily sun protection

The routine can be adjusted depending on the child's individual skin needs.

When Should a Child Start Using Skincare?

There is no single age when every child needs a skincare routine. As children approach the tween years, a simple routine can help them learn healthy skincare habits. The products chosen should be gentle and appropriate for their age.

Why Choose Petite Skin Co. for Kids and Tweens?

Petite Skin Co. is an Australian skincare brand specialising in skincare for kids and tweens aged 7–14. Our products are designed specifically for young people rather than adapting complicated adult skincare routines for children.

Our range includes gentle skincare essentials such as cleansers, moisturisers and products designed for common tween skin concerns.

When Should Parents Seek Professional Advice?

If a child has persistent, painful or worsening skin concerns, parents should seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional or dermatologist. Skincare products are not a substitute for professional medical advice.

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Lisa F.
My tween daughter loves it & it’s improving her skin already

My tween daughter loves it & it’s improving her skin already. Previously we used things from a pharmacy that were not the right match for her young skin.

hank you so much, Lisa! 💗 We’re so happy to hear your daughter loves using her Petite Skin Co. products and has found a routine she enjoys. We believe growing skin deserves skincare made with its needs in mind, while keeping routines simple and easy to follow. Thank you for choosing Petite Skin Co. for her skincare routine!

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Rocky R.

Petite Skin Co has products that are safe for my sensitive children. Both suffer from winter dermatitis but not when they follow their daily skin care routine with petite skin care. This product has helped my children create great skin habits early and they can even spot the difference when they have forgotten to use their skin care.

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C.
Amazing love it

I love it and it change my skin so much

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A.C.
Slow start - My first skin routine

We got our then 8 now 9 year old the my first skin routine for Christmas. After showing her the video and how to use the products she wasn't that enthusiastic however this morning 6 months later I over heard her telling her little brother 7 all about it and how nice the sunscreen is and that it's easy to use. I'm happy to have found a product (sunscreen) that she will use every morning without being told (Queensland sun) and that she has the other products to wash it off before bed, I can see how much she loves it even if she won't tell me.

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Charlotte W.
best product ever

this is so much better for my skin the qv cream

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Cassandra H.
Pre Teen Skin Care 🏆 win!

I have a beautiful pre teen (11F) who started breaking out last year. I knew my own skin care would be too harsh on her skin, so I did a fair bit of research on what’s good for little ladies and I wanted a more natural alternative for her.

The cleanser foam worked a treat, she loves the heart face scrub tool and she cleared up in less than two weeks! We are from a working class family - so the price did set me back a bit, I’ll admit, it is the only thing that would deter me from purchasing it as a new buyer - but it works!!!
And for my little lady to have that confidence in herself, you can’t put a price on it!
So I recommend!
Lowering the prices would make it more affordable for all families given the current economic climate… but that’s not to say I haven’t recommended it to all my friends with pre teens!

We bought our first pack last year (2023) around May/june and she’s just run out of foam last week!! (March 2024!) with a once- twice a week routine when she isn’t breaking out and every second day when she’s “extra hormonal”!
The deodorant was a bit ‘eh’ in her words, so she doesn’t use it, but there is a sunscreen alternative we will try this time around!

She still has plenty of moisture, so value for money, we will buy another whole set!

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C.H.
Best skin care for Pre Teens!

We saw the Petite skin care range online and our pre teen daughter wasn’t doing too well emotionally since her hormones have started going crazy and her skin broke out so badly!

Figured why not and purchase a beginner pack!
Absolutely love it! Even the worst pimples disappeared in three days max!!! She has her confidence back and her skin is beautiful!

A little pricey, I will admit, but the results speak for themselves!!
Give it a shot!!

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Gemma G.

I feel really confident that I'm using natural and safe products on my kids with Petite Skin Co.

The foaming face cleanser is a favourite in our household! My 8 year old daughter loves her sport, but the build up of sweat & sunscreen has just started to cause some minor breakouts and I believe this cleanser is really helping.

I'm so glad I've found these products!