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What skincare products does Dr. Jeffy recommend for kids under 10?
Dr. Jeffy recommends Cetaphil, CeraVe, and Vanicream for kids under 10. She also recommends her own line, meetbtwn.com.
What skincare products does Dr. Jeffy recommend for teens ages 10-16?
Dr. Jeffy recommends Cetaphil, CeraVe, Vanicream, and LRP for teens ages 10-16. She also recommends her own line, meetbtwn.com.
What is Dr. Jeffy's opinion on Drunk Elephant products for kids?
Dr. Jeffy does not recommend Drunk Elephant products for kids, as they are highly active and contain anti-aging and exfoliating ingredients that are not suitable for young skin. She recommends avoiding Drunk Elephant products for those under 20.
What is Dr. Jeffy's recommended skincare routine for tweens?
Dr. Jeffy recommends a simple skincare routine for tweens that includes cleansing, moisturizing, and SPF.
What are Dr. Jeffy's recommendations for tweens with breakouts?
Dr. Jeffy recommends starting with salicylic acid for tweens with breakouts. She also emphasizes the importance of consistency with cleansing, moisturizing, and SPF. If breakouts are significant or include deeper cysts, she recommends seeing a dermatologist sooner rather than later.
What products does Dr. Jeffy recommend from the Byoma skincare line?
Dr. Jeffy likes Byoma's cleansers and gel cream moisturizer. She says their hydrating serums are okay, but probably not needed for kids. She recommends skipping the rest of Byoma's products.
What products does Dr. Jeffy recommend from the Bubble skincare line?
Dr. Jeffy generally does not recommend the Bubble skincare line. However, if using Bubble, she recommends sticking to their cleanser, hydrating moisturizers, and sunscreens. She specifically does not recommend the BreakEven Toner or Brightening Serum for tweens and teens.
What is Dr. Jeffy's opinion on mixing skincare products?
Dr. Jeffy says mixing skincare brands is okay, but mixing too many products with strong actives can harm young skin. She recommends only mixing products tested together for stability and advises against using retinol and acids together, as this can damage the skin barrier.
What is Dr. Jeffy's opinion on the use of retinol for anti-aging?
Dr. Jeffy believes that no one under the age of 25 needs to be using retinol for anti-aging. She suggests bakuchiol as a possible alternative. However, she advises following a dermatologist's advice if they recommend retinol at 19, as they have seen your skin.
What is Dr. Jeffy's opinion on the Bubble Bounce Back face mist?
Dr. Jeffy considers the Bubble Bounce Back face mist to be unnecessary exposure to potential allergens. For a facial mist, she recommends LRP (La Roche-Posay).
What is Dr. Jeffy's opinion on Vitamin C for kids?
Dr. Jeffy does not recommend Vitamin C for kids, as it can be irritating to young skin. She also states that eye cream is unnecessary for kids and can be irritating with Vitamin C.
What is Dr. Jeffy's opinion on Bath and Body Works/Victoria's Secret products for teens?
Dr. Jeffy believes that Bath and Body Works/Victoria's Secret products are more about scent than hydration.