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 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 always 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 (except our Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please keep your products out of high humidity, heat, and direct light, and keep them 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 the Salicylic Acid Serums as those 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 Requiring Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it into a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier Oils - generally you can refrigerate all carrier oils although some of the 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, setting the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shaking the bottle will hopefully turn into a liquid. ^There are some oils that have 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 always be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare' butters. You can take out 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 from each herb. Root, Trunk, Leaves, and Flowers. Extracts have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be kept in the refrigerator (or a dark DRY place) Other Various Raw Ingredients - i.e. Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc. will all have a different shelf life.
