Making
Grooming Fun
In Teens
Good grooming habits in your teens
can increase their self-esteem. “When
your teen reaches puberty, his/her
sweat glands become more active,
and as they do, you may develop body
odor, which is easily controlled with
an antiperspirant or deodorant,” she
says, reminding that both help mask
the odors. Your teenager’s feet may
also develop a stronger smell. Frequent
showering can help him/her feel and
smell fresh and clean. Initially younger
teens may find it problematic to change
their routines and wash their faces
much more however it’s important
they get into these habits. Provide your
teenager with acne treatment products,
concealer for blemishes, and soaps
and moisturizers that are effective. “As
your teenager’s skin is changing and
becoming oilier, a mild PH balanced
product to cleanse the skin and help
fight breakouts is advised,” she explains.
“Also ensure he/she drinks enough
water; at least six to eight glasses a
day and consumes plenty of fruits and
vegetables.” H
• Starting from the
bubble bath to
brushing his/her
teeth, use bright toys
and fun products to
enrich the overall
experience.
• Grooming begins
early on and parents
need to make it a
habit from the onset.
• Kids learn from
example so watching
parents doing
the same thing
encourages them to
emulate the same
actions.
• Praise your child
when he or she
looks well groomed.
Kids thrive on
compliments.
• Buy them fruit
scented soaps,
shower gels and
body sprays to make
it fun.
• Buy your teens small
grooming kits, make
up and shaving
kits with personal
grooming products.
Try and look for
mineral based /
organic pro ducts
which are paraben
free.
• Educating teens on
the right kind of
products at an early
age is essential and
certainly worth it in
the long run.
(Credit: Mona Syed-Mirza)
Mar/Apr 2016
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