Teens Skincare: A Dermatologist's Guide to Acne, Sun & Safe Ingredients

Did you know the first two decades of life lay the foundation for lifelong skin health?

In Part 2 of our conversation, Dr. Angela Casey, double board-certified dermatologist and founder of Bright Girl Skincare, explains why childhood and adolescence are the most critical years for protecting the skin.

From UV damage and acne to social media skincare trends and ingredient safety, Dr. Casey helps parents cut through the noise and focus on what truly matters.

She explains:

Why early sun exposure significantly impacts long-term skin health

How skin damage accumulates over time (and why prevention starts young)

What safe skincare routines for tweens and teens should actually look like

The biggest red flags she sees on social media

How to recognize warning signs of skin cancer

Why protecting the skin barrier and microbiome matters

You'll also learn simple, practical steps parents can implement today:

✔ Start a daily skin self-exam ✔ Apply moisturizer nightly ✔ Use mineral-based sunscreen every day ✔ Avoid harsh DIY skincare trends