Hormonal Skincare for Ages 13–24: Prevent Acne & Protect Your Skin
The right routine keeps skin clear today and protects it for years. Sunscreen daily, double cleanse nightly, exfoliate once weekly, and Clarifying Serum from 21yo. No fine lines yet? Skip anti-ageing, not sunscreen.
What’s Happening in Teens to Early Adult Skin
Skin Cell Renewal
Fast → ~ 20–28 days
Rising Androgens
Surging oil production. Root cause of teen acne
UV Damage
Accumulating daily if unprotected with sunscreen
Pigmentations
Building up under the skin, especially if unprotected with sunscreen. Shows in your 30s
Not sure which tab? Whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, and cystic acne are all forms of acne. If you have any bumps or clogged pores, choose Acne.
Clear, smooth skin. Keep it balanced with a simple daily routine and protect it from UV damage.
Morning Routine
Calming Cleanser Gentle cleanse. Introduce once tiny bumps start appearing.
Hydrating Serum (When skin starts getting oily) Acts as an oil-free moisturiser. Hydrates and strengthen skin barrier.
Clarifying Serum (21years old onwards ; Below 21yo, skip) Protects against environmental damage such as UV rays. Apply a thin layer on whole face.
Barrier Booster Moisturiser (On tight areas only) Apply on areas that feel tight after the Hydrating Serum, typically cheeks, forehead, or around the mouth. Not needed on areas that feel comfortable.
Sunscreen SPF 47 PA+++ Every single day. The pigmentation adults get in their 30s was built during their teens and 20s.
Evening Routine
Soothing Cleansing Gel (Skip if sunscreen is not worn) Removes the day’s sunscreen thoroughly and gently.
Calming Cleanser Gentle cleanse without stripping.
Glow Exfoliant (1-2x a week ; Do not exfoliate full face daily) Gently exfoliates dead skin cells and helps dissolve buildup within pores.
Hydrating Serum Acts as an oil-free moisturiser. Hydrates and strengthen skin barrier.
Barrier Booster Moisturiser (On tight areas) On areas that feel tight after Hydrating Serum. Mix or layer to customise your moisturiser.
Patch test first. If introducing Clarifying Serum for the first time, test on one small area for a few days before using all over the face.
Moisturiser: Most teens don’t need one. If skin feels tight after Hydrating Serum, add a small amount of Barrier Booster on tight areas only or mix with Hydrating Serum to apply together. See below how to customise moisturiser to achieve perfect water and oil balance click here.
Whiteheads, blackheads, small bumps are the most common form of acne at this age. The fix: Balance the skin, stop stripping it, and introduce the right targeted treatment. Whether it’s mild, moderate or severe acne, we start with introducing spot treatments. Once acne is cleared up, follow the routine in the No Acne tab.
Find your match by applying one treatment on the blemishes on each side of the face for 5 days. Compare which spot corrector reduced acne faster. That tells you whether this skin responds better to acid-based or vitamin-based treatment. See our Clear Skin Solutions.
Glow Exfoliant (Acid)
Salicylic Acid (BHA) + Mandelic Acid (AHA) Dissolves pore blockages from within. Resurfaces and fades marks.
The Routine once the spot corrector that reduces / flattens Acne fast is identified:
Morning Routine
Calming Cleanser Gentle cleanse without stripping.
Glow Exfoliant (Spot only) If this was your Half-Face Test winner.
Hydrating Serum (Whole face) Acts as an oil-free moisturiser. Hydrates and strengthen skin barrier.
Clarifying Serum (Spot only ; ≥ 21yo Whole Face) If this was your Half-Face Test winner for reducing acne. 21yo can start using on whole face for antioxidants protection.
Sunscreen SPF 47 PA+++ UV darkens post-acne marks into stubborn hyperpigmentation, so sunscreen reduces that darkening.
Evening Routine
Soothing Cleansing Gel First cleanse. Removes sunscreen and oil thoroughly.
Calming Cleanser Evening cleanse.
Glow Exfoliant (Spot daily, 1–2x a week) If this was your Half-Face Test winner. And no sensitivity.
Hydrating Serum (Whole face) Acts as an oil-free moisturiser. Hydrates and strengthen skin barrier.
Clarifying Serum (Spot daily ; ≥ 21yo Whole Face) If this was your Half-Face Test winner for reducing acne. 21yo can start using on whole face for antioxidants protection.
When acne clears: Stop the spot treatment. Maintain with Soothing Cleansing Gel (PM) + Calming Cleanser + Hydrating Serum + Sunscreen (AM).
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Choose Your Starting Point
✦ Oily or Normal Skin Types
A fuss-free targeted routine that is gentle yet effective on acne. Builds strong healthy skin, clearing blemishes, fading marks, and keeping skin balanced and glowing.
✦ Normal, Combination, Sensitive & Dry Skin
Our complete solution that addresses the root causes of acne. Comes with sunscreen and sunscreen remover. Starts you with the right routine for clearer glowier skin.
Every moisturiser decision you’ve ever made (too greasy, too heavy, broke me out, not enough) comes down to one thing: the balance between water and oil in your skin.
Your skin needs both. Water keeps cells plump, resilient, and balanced. Oil seals that water in and protects the barrier. When that ratio is right for your skin type, the visible signs of imbalance (rough texture, frequent breakouts, reactive sensitivity) have less reason to show up.
When your skin is low on water:
It overproduces oil to compensate, causing oilier skin, clogged pores, and breakouts. Oily skin is often dehydrated. Dehydrated skin can also flake and become reactive, even if it doesn’t feel dry.
When your skin is low on oil:
It can’t hold onto moisture, regardless of how much you apply. You’ll experience tightness, flaking, itchiness, and a weakened barrier, leaving your skin vulnerable to issues like eczema. This is especially common in cold or dry climates.
Hydrating Serum is your water layer, the essential first step that replenishes hydration in the skin. For oily skin or in humid weather, this alone is often enough. But if your skin needs more, Skinlycious lets you customise.
STEP 1
Hydrating Serum
Adds water into the skin. Enough for most oily skin.
Add-on (if needed)
Barrier Booster Moisturiser
Adds oil. Seals moisture in. Barrier support.
Add-on (if DRY)
Balancing Facial Oil
Adds more oil. Further seals moisture in.
Everyone’s skin has different moisture needs. What works in Singapore’s humidity may not be enough during autumn or winter in colder countries. Start with Hydrating Serum as your water base, then adjust the oil level to what your skin actually needs. Layer or mix in Barrier Booster Moisturiser if your skin feels tight or reactive. Add a few drops of Balancing Facial Oil when you need deeper nourishment. Your perfect moisture balance is yours to customise.
Everyone’s skin has different moisture needs. What works in Singapore’s humidity may not be enough during autumn or winter in colder countries.
Start with Hydrating Serum as your water base, then adjust the oil level to what your skin actually needs
Layer or mix in Barrier Booster Moisturiser if your skin feels tight or reactive. Add a few drops of Balancing Facial Oil when you need deeper nourishment. Your perfect moisture balance is yours to customise.
