Teenage Skin
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Teenage Skin
Hi as a parent I would like to know
what is the best skincare products for my daughter she regularly has lots of spots
some acne some just general she is 15 and plays a lot of sports, we have tried most
things so help please.
what is the best skincare products for my daughter she regularly has lots of spots
some acne some just general she is 15 and plays a lot of sports, we have tried most
things so help please.
- Dr Sharon Wong
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Re: Teenage Skin
Hello, thank you for your question.
As a 15 year old acne is common. In the milder cases, over the counter products that are designed for more oily acne-prone skin may be sufficient. These will typically include active anti-acne ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid and lactic acid. In more persistent or severe cases, particularly if the acne is starting to affect your daughter's psychological well-being she should see her GP in the first instance for prescription medication such as antibiotic creams or tablets. Sometimes the contraceptive pill can be helpful in treating acne.
I hope this helps, best of luck.
Sharon
As a 15 year old acne is common. In the milder cases, over the counter products that are designed for more oily acne-prone skin may be sufficient. These will typically include active anti-acne ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid and lactic acid. In more persistent or severe cases, particularly if the acne is starting to affect your daughter's psychological well-being she should see her GP in the first instance for prescription medication such as antibiotic creams or tablets. Sometimes the contraceptive pill can be helpful in treating acne.
I hope this helps, best of luck.
Sharon
Dr Sharon Wong
Consultant Dermatologist and British Skin Foundation spokesperson
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Consultant Dermatologist and British Skin Foundation spokesperson
http://www.talkhealthpartnership.com/on ... n_wong.php