Pre-Teen Skin producing an abundance of oil refers to the natural secretion of sebum, an oily substance, by the sebaceous glands in the skin of preteens, typically between the ages of 9 and 12 years old. During this stage of development, the body undergoes significant hormonal changes, including an increase in androgen hormones, which stimulate the sebaceous glands to produce more oil. Sebum is crucial in maintaining the skin's moisture balance and protecting it from external irritants. However, an excess of sebum can lead to oily skin, which may present particular challenges such as:
Acne
Shiny Skin
Increased Skin Sensitivity
Skin Texture May Become Greasy and Thicker
Proper skin care is essential to manage preteen oily skin. Cleansing with a gentle, oil-free face wash can help remove excess oil and dirt without stripping the skin of its natural moisture. It's also essential to avoid harsh, oil-based products that can exacerbate the problem. Non-comedogenic moisturizers are recommended to keep the skin hydrated without causing clogged pores.
Additionally, preteens should be encouraged not to touch their faces frequently, as this can transfer bacteria and worsen acne. Maintaining a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated can contribute to overall skin health.
As with any skincare routine, it's essential to patch-test new products.
Your kit will come with a complete set of instructions and the products below :)
1. Jen's Green Tea Shea Cleanser Gentle Formula CL-50 (1 ounce) 2. Fall Into My Pumpkin Cleanser CL-91 (.65 ounce) 3. CoCoCucumber Clarifying Tonic CT-16 (1 ounce) 4. Ceramide Complex Hydrating Serum HAS-32 (.25 ounce) 5. Natural Majik Lemonbalm Hydrosol Gel HG-24 (.25 ounce)
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients
Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life. Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please keep your products out of humidity, heat, direct light and in a dark cabinet when possible:
Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark:
Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it into a separate,sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally, you can refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take it out, warm it up at room temperature and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. There are some oils with a super long shelf life, like Coconut Cream and Jojoba Oil.
Refrigeration is not necessary, but it surely won't hurt:
Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs - all herbs (whole or ground) should be kept in a dark, cool and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts - these are created using alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herbs - root, trunk, leaves, and flowers. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be kept in the refrigerator or a dark place. Other Raw Ingredients - i.e., Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc. will all have a different shelf life.
