Teen Skin Reset: How to Calm Breakouts and Build Healthy Skin Habits
Have you noticed that skin seems to act up right after summer?
For teens, this is especially common. Heat, humidity, sunscreen buildup, and the occasional late night can create the perfect recipe for breakouts.
We hear it all the time:
“My skin feels so oily.”
“I keep breaking out in the same spots.”
“These marks from old pimples just won’t fade.”
The truth is, teen skin needs a different approach, and that’s exactly what we focus on at Ageless Living.
Why Teen Skin Behaves Differently
Teen skin isn’t just “younger” skin—it’s unique. Hormones are fluctuating, oil production is higher, and the skin barrier is more reactive. After summer, teens often deal with:
- Excess oil from heat and humidity
- Clogged pores from sweat and sunscreen
- Stubborn marks left behind from breakouts
- Barrier damage from UV exposure or harsh products
And here’s the key: treating teen skin isn’t about scrubbing harder or reaching for the strongest cleanser. It’s about calming, balancing, and protecting.
How We Support Teen Skin at Ageless Living
We believe acne should be approached with both professional skincare and medical support when needed. That’s why we offer multiple ways to help:
Professional Skincare Treatments
Our in-clinic options can calm inflammation, clear clogged pores, and reduce acne-causing bacteria—without stripping or irritating the skin.
Light-based therapies, soothing masks, and personalized skincare consults are just a few of the ways we help teens see (and feel) a difference.
Appointments with Dr. Dekker
For some teens, acne isn’t just a cosmetic concern—it’s a medical one. Dr. Dekker can see patients in the clinic, and these visits are covered by Alberta Health Care. He may recommend:
- Blood work to uncover underlying hormonal or health contributors
- Prescription options such as topical creams, oral antibiotics, or other medical treatments
- A tailored treatment plan to address both the skin and the root cause
This medical approach means teens and parents don’t have to navigate acne alone.
Diet & Lifestyle Education
What we eat plays a surprisingly big role in acne.
Research shows that sugar and dairy are two of the biggest dietary triggers for breakouts.
We often talk with teens about how making small, realistic changes—like cutting back on sugary drinks or dairy-heavy snacks—can improve skin over time.
How We Reset Teen Skin at Ageless Living
Here are some options that we offer at Ageless Living that help with breakouts and managing teen skin.
1. Chemical Peels (AlumierMD or PCA)
A gentle medical-grade peel does more than just smooth the surface; it clears away dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and fades old acne marks.
With AlumierMD’s formulations, we can safely treat even sensitive or breakout-prone skin without over-stripping it.
2. Blu-U Light Therapy
Think of this as a bacteria buster. The blue light targets Propionibacterium acnes, the bacteria that cause acne, without the redness or peeling of more aggressive treatments.
It’s painless, non-invasive, and great for teens who want results without downtime.
3. Hydrojelly Mask Add-On
These masks are like a big drink of water for stressed skin.
They soothe redness, calm inflammation, and leave skin feeling fresh and hydrated after a peel or light therapy session.
At-Home Care: The AlumierMD Teen Starter Routine
Harsh scrubs and overly foamy cleansers can strip the skin, which often increases oil production. Instead, we focus on balancing and protecting the skin with high-quality, medical-grade products:
- Acne Clarifying Cleanser → Gently removes excess oil, sunscreen, and debris without over-drying.
- BPO Facial Gel → Benzoyl peroxide to reduce acne-causing bacteria and inflammation.
- Acne Balancing Serum → Helps regulate oil and calm redness.
- HydraClarité Moisturizer → Lightweight hydration that supports the skin barrier.
- Clear Shield SPF 42 → Broad-spectrum sun protection that won’t clog pores (yes, SPF is still a must in fall!).
Why Early Acne Care Matters
Starting treatment early isn’t just about clearer skin today, it’s about preventing:
- Scarring that can last for years
- Persistent redness from chronic inflammation
- Confidence dips that come with ongoing breakouts
We’ve seen firsthand how the right combination of professional treatments + tailored at-home care can transform skin (and confidence) in just a few months.
Your Teen Skin Reset
Whether it’s in-clinic treatments, a simplified skincare routine, or a medical appointment with Dr. Dekker, our Teen Skin Reset approach is designed to meet every teen where they are.
Because the best compliment is when people say:
✨ “Your skin looks so healthy lately.”
✨ “You’re glowing.”
Not, “What treatment did you get?”
