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Dr Jenny Mathew has seen it all. She has handled teenagers committing mistakes in their desperate skincare attempts — from harsh DIY scrubs to early use of makeup — in a bid to achieve glass skin.
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In an exclusive interview with South First, Dr Mathew speaks about the common skincare mistakes teens make.
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She also explains why viral beauty trends often backfire and what young people should really do to build healthy, strong skin.
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"Early, daily use of heavy makeup, especially long-stay liquid lipsticks, leads to absorption of chemicals, causing dry and dark lips."
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"Teens then panic and use even more makeup to cover the damage, creating a cycle where natural skin loses its glow."
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"At a young age, the skin should naturally look fresh and healthy, but stress, heat, pollution, and lifestyle changes make it patchy and dull. Makeup then becomes a crutch."