Cosmetics for girls 12 years old: can I use and how to choose?

Almost every girl in 12 years dreams of cosmetics. But not every mother knows whether it is possible to use similar means at this age and how to choose them correctly. Before buying, you need to familiarize yourself with the rules of choice and the features of cosmetics for a teenager.

A makeup bag in the life of any girl is a treasure that she dreams of. The young fashionista will be happy to store in the treasured casket a variety of care devices, hairpins and some options for decorative cosmetics. However, not every parent agrees with the desire of his child and is in no hurry to buy him cosmetic products, because he is unsure of the correctness and timeliness of such a purchase.

Thinking about whether or not a girl of 12 years old can use cosmetics, it’s worth knowing that modern products are characterized by special properties that are not found in adult lines. Cosmetics for children has a harmless composition and is aimed at ensuring that young fashionistas learn to care for themselves.

When choosing you need to consider the following indicators.

• Structure. Among the ingredients are not allowed the presence of harmful chemical components. You will also need to make sure that the girl is not allergic to substances from cosmetics. For this reason, most manufacturers use only hypoallergenic formulations. Qualitative organics are in the assortment of Natura Siberica, Stella McCartney Care, Organic Pharmacy.
• Age category for which the products are manufactured. Since teenage skin needs special care, all items must be marked “under 20 years old”.
• The aroma. Good quality cosmetics have a neutral odor.When choosing it, you need to remember that the presence of a pronounced aroma indicates that there are fragrances in the products.
• Color. An organic lineup for teenagers must have a neutral color.
• Shelf life. You can not buy products whose shelf life has already expired.

Most parents are lost and do not know what can be bought for their child from cosmetics. The list below will help answer most questions and tell you for what purposes certain means have been created and how they will be useful to a teenager.

• Corrector. The second name is concealer. It aims to mask imperfections in the skin that adolescents typically encounter. Vivienne Sabo Corrector Anti Imperfection and Vivienne Sabo Corrector Anti Imperfection Eva Mosaic Eyes and Face Concealer are popular.

• Concealer. It is useful if the skin has an uneven tone, increased sebaceous secretion. Girls 12 years old are suitable creamy and friable tonal products that can be used as a base for makeup. If the skin suffers from allergic reactions, water-based products will be required. These include several means.
  • Body Shop Matte Clay. As a base, tea tree essential oil with kaolin clay is used. Due to this composition, there will be no mask effect on the face, the coating is characterized by dullness. Also, the product has an antimicrobial and sedative effect.
  • Body Shop Matte Clay Yves Rocher. The manufacturer endowed this foundation with an ultra-thin texture that hides any defect in the skin of the face, gives it radiance and smoothness.
  • Maybelline Fit Me. It acts as an absorber, smoothes the skin, gives dullness and smoothness.

• Mascara. With the help of such cosmetics, you can visually make the cilia longer, more voluminous and give an attractive curl at the tips. When choosing mascara, you need to pay attention to its color: it should be darker than the natural shade of the cilia. Different companies produce high-quality products for teenagers. Most often, the following options are selected.
  • Gosh Blown Away Mascara. Maximum lengthens the cilia, not prone to shedding and the appearance of lumps. Wash it off easily with plain warm water.
  • Gosh Blown Away Mascara Body Shop Lash Hero. Protects and strengthens hairs, is evenly distributed along the entire length.
  • Maybelline Lash Sensational. It is realized in three colors: dark blue, brown and black. Allows you to give the hair volume and elongation.

• Powder. For teenage skin, it is recommended to pay attention to mineral powder, which has sunscreens and a light texture. Such a tool evens out the tone, masking imperfections. She will not clog pores, so the skin is able to "breathe". Be sure to pay attention to the composition, which should consist of amphoteric titanium oxide, iron oxide, kaolin / lanolin, mineral oil and vitamin E. The choice of powder should be based on the type of skin. Greasy and irritated needs clear antibacterial cosmetics with a matting effect, for dry or combination, you should buy a cream powder with moisturizing, extracts and oils of plant origin.
  • Max factor creame. This is a powder and foundation at a time. Protects the skin of a teenager from redness, inflammation and peeling.
  • Factor Creame Puff NYX Professional Make Up. The powder is friable. It looks natural, does not crumble and copes well with the tasks. Recommended for oily or normal skin.
  • Maybelline Fit Me. It is able to adapt to the structure of the skin, as it is endowed with a unique texture. Ideally copes with masking pores, acne and other imperfections.

• Lip gloss. This is the best option for everyday makeup. A girl of 12 years old is recommended to buy a transparent, nude and any light shades of brilliance. Most often, the following funds are purchased.
  • Yves Rocher "Virtuoso Radiance." Nourishes and provides the necessary care. The structure of the product is airy and does not stick at all.
  • Max Factor Honey Lacquer. Covers lips with an even glossy layer and is stable for a long period.

• Makeup remover. These drugs are required in the bag of every teenager. Experts recommend looking at the following products for the eye area.
  • Foam Natura Siberica “Youth and radiance of the skin”. The delicate texture allows you to carefully remove makeup. The tool is effective and well washed off with water.
  • Kora Phytocosmetics Lotion. Able to cope even with waterproof mascara. It is distinguished by delicacy and efficiency. Thanks to its special composition, which contains olive oil and aloe juice, it not only refreshes, but also soothes the delicate skin of the eyelids.

• Facial makeup removers should also be selected carefully. There are several options for teens.
  • Garnier Skin Naturals Micellar Gel. The composition is based on pink water. It is responsible for hydration, eliminates the feeling of tightness of the skin and has a calming effect. The tool is endowed with other equally useful components: grape seed oil, honey, green tea extract.
  • Garnier Skin Naturals Micellar Gel. It will be the best option for adolescents with sensitive skin. Tones, refreshes the skin.
  • L'Oreal Cleansing Gel “Absolute Tenderness”. Sensitive and dry skin will be grateful for the use of such a tool.

Modern adolescents, whose age has only reached 12 years old, are already starting to pay attention to cosmetics and asking parents for funds from well-known brands. The desire of the young girl is understandable: she wants to look stylish, fashionable and feel like an adult. However, often leaving cosmetics does not give the effect that the child was counting on, and can even harm. To avoid this, you need to familiarize yourself with the most common causes of this phenomenon.

• Illiterate choice of cosmetics. Selection should be based on the skin type of the teenager. Not every child is able to determine what kind of skin he has, so he can buy the wrong product.
• The use of the wrong creams. Children often use their mom’s makeup. If they are beneficial for an adult, then they are completely unsuitable for children's skin. Therefore, the purchase of cream should be discussed with a specialist.
• Concealer - This is the best way to hide flaws in the skin of a teenager, but most of them contribute to the formation of a non-breathing layer on it. The girl should buy only "breathing" funds.
• Incomplete skin cleansing. Makeup should first be removed with special tools, after which you can wash yourself with water.

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