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Your Child is Normal: with Dr Jessica Hochman
Ep 237: What teens and tweens actually need for healthy skin? Dr Angela Casey, Dermatologist explains.
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Skincare has become a major part of teen and tween culture. From Sephora shopping trips to elaborate nighttime routines, many kids are using more skincare products than ever before. But what do young people actually need for healthy skin?
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Hochman talks with dermatologist Dr. Angela Casey about the rise of skincare among children and teens and how parents can help their kids make smart choices.
They discuss:
• Why skincare has become so popular among tweens and teens
• What products kids actually need—and which ones they don't
• The benefits of a simple skincare routine
• When children should start using sunscreen
• Common skincare mistakes that can irritate young skin
• How to approach acne treatment
• The truth about retinols, exfoliants, toners, and pimple patches
• Whether diet really affects acne
• How parents can navigate skincare marketing and social media trends
Dr. Casey is a board-certified dermatologist, fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon, and founder of Bright Girl, a skincare line designed specifically for tweens and teens.
Learn more about Dr. Casey and Bright Girl:
Website: www.brightgirl.com
Instagram: @brightgirlbeauty
This episode offers practical, evidence-based advice to help parents support healthy skin habits without getting overwhelmed by skincare trends.
06:56 Simple Routine Wins
09:46 Sunscreen Starts Early
13:49 Teen Skin Care Basics
21:28 Acne Treatment
27:55 Body Acne Tips
29:38 Pimple Patches
32:11 Diet Genetics Hormones
36:44 Why Bright Girl Exists
40:15 Lightning Round Wrap
Your Child is Normal is the trusted podcast for parents, pediatricians, and child health experts who want smart, nuanced conversations about raising healthy, resilient kids. Hosted by Dr. Jessica Hochman — a board-certified practicing pediatrician — the show combines evidence-based medicine, expert interviews, and real-world parenting advice to help listeners navigate everything from sleep struggles to mental health, nutrition, screen time, and more.
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The information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only. She does not diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals. If you have a concern about your child's health, be sure to call your child's health care provider.