‘I would not exit due to my spots till one factor cleared them in 4 days’

Parents are turning to dermatologically-tested skincare that helps with blemishes and marks – with one £29 serum becoming a popular choice for teens’ skin concerns

For mums and dads witnessing their teenager’s self-esteem crumble due to spots, you’re certainly not on your own as for countless parents, adolescent skin troubles can feel equally heartbreaking as the tests, peer pressure and endless comparisons that already burden youngsters at this stage. January especially can be particularly brutal thanks to practice exams, fresh year expectations and seasonal stress, which typically manifest first through the complexion.

That’s precisely why increasing numbers of parents are turning their attention to dermatologically-approved skincare that tackles both spots and the scarring they create. One particular brand that repeatedly surfaces in parental discussions is 47 Skin, recognised for its scientifically-proven formulations created to nurture anxious, breakout-prone adolescent skin without causing irritation.

Company founder Nic knows first-hand what dealing with skin problems feels like, as he reveals to The Mirror his motivation behind launching the business. “I remember times where I’d get ready for a night out, then look in the mirror and go, ‘I can’t go out tonight because I’ve got big spots and blemishes’,” he said.

READ MORE:

“And then I literally wouldn’t go out. With nights out where they’d photograph the clubs and then upload it on Facebook the next day, I really didn’t like the way my skin looked.

“This really started to impact me. Then I went to my first graduate job coming out of university and I always thought I’d take my career super seriously. I walked into a buyer meeting and the buyer turned to me and said, ‘Oh I can see they’ve sent a baby to do their bidding’ – referring to the fact that I had spots and blemishes on my face. It completely knocked my confidence.”, reports Wales Online.

The pivotal moment arrived via a parcel from his grandmother containing a small jar of cream she described as ‘a local formulation’. “I was shocked that my skin had cleared within four days, but part of me still thought, well, they’ll come back, right? I continued to use it. The spots and blemishes never came back. My skin was soft and hydrated and kind of firm. It just completely transformed the condition of my skin.”

The technology powering 47 Skin’s range centres on its distinctive component, Silver Chitoderm. Founder Nic reveals: “Silver is naturally antibacterial and antimicrobial. The Chitoderm, which is bonded to the silver, is mucoadhesive, which means it’s sticky. Effectively, if the bacteria comes onto your face, the Silver Chitoderm will stick to the bacteria and the silver will kill it. As long as you’ve got the serum on or any of the products, then you’ve got an antibacterial shield on your skin.”

Now, parents can snap up a variety of products from the website to aid their teenagers, with special bundles also on offer.

Leading the pack is the brand’s top seller, the Anti-Blemish and Scar Repair Serum, which starts at £29 and scales up to £195, depending on the size bottle punters opt for.

This one claims to ‘kill 99.9% of blemish causing bacteria’ whilst also helping to diminish the appearance of post-blemish pigmentation. It’s also touted to soothe inflammation while sealing in moisture, leaving skin looking soft, plump and radiant.

For optimal results, it’s recommended to use one to two pumps morning and evening after cleansing, then gently smooth it over the entire face and neck.

Another choice is the Anti-Blemish and Scar Repair Everyday Cleanser for £29 for 150ml and £49 for 300ml. This one ‘promotes clearer skin’ and can also help lessen the visibility of blemish marks, without stripping away natural oils, according to the brand.

Thanks to Eucalyptus in its formulation, it’s also said to be non-irritating and smells ‘incredible’. Then there’s the Anti-Blemish and Scar Repair Silver Mask for £24 for 30ml and £39 for 60ml, which promises to transform skin in less than 30 minutes, according to the brand.

This is attributed to it being a peel-off mask that has been expertly designed to help soothe, brighten and reduce redness and inflammation with skin. Simply apply it, let it dry and then peel away for the best results.

For those looking to take their skincare routine up a notch, there are also comprehensive bundles on offer. One such is the Complete Routine Bundle, now priced at £222, down from £247 (£199.80 for subscribers).

This package boasts eight different products, including an Everyday Cleanser (150ml) to banish impurities and unclog pores, a BHA exfoliant (100ml) for pore-clearing, a Silver Mask, and a Blue Clay Mask.

The bundle also features a Super Hydrating Elixir (50ml) for skin hydration, a Serum (30ml) aimed at reducing spots, blemishes and ‘stubborn marks’, a lightweight, oil-free Daily Moisturiser (60ml), and finally, a Daily SPF 30 to shield skin against harmful UVA/UVB rays.

However, if 47 Skin doesn’t tickle your fancy, there’s no shortage of other skincare brands out there. For instance, Boots is offering the No7 The Ultimate Skincare Collection Gift Set for just £35, slashed from £85. This set includes a variety of the brand’s top-selling products, such as the No7 Protect and Perfect Intense Advanced Dual Action Cleansing water for makeup removal and daily build-up, 30 No7 Biodegradable Cleansing Wipes, and a mini No7 Toning Water, among others.

For those seeking an alternative, there’s a marginally costlier choice with the Clinique Skincare Bestsellers Bundle priced at £101 through LookFantastic. This trio of skincare essentials includes the brand’s Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm, a Moisture Surge 100 Hour Auto-Replenishing Hydrator gel moisturiser, and an All About Eyes Eye Cream to complete the collection.

Delighted mums and dads have given the 47 Skin range glowing reviews, with one parent, Becky, sharing: “As a mum, it’s heartbreaking when you know that they don’t want to be in these family pictures, which ultimately are memories forever. When my daughter was going through the tough breakouts and congestion, you could just see that she was a shadow of her former self. And now she’s back.”

Another satisfied customer, Anchal, penned: “The products are amazing, I ordered them for my teen daughter and honestly we are not going back.”

Some users expressed minor concerns, with one Trustpilot reviewer noting: “My teen had cystic acne on his back with bad scarring. We ordered the trial size first, a star off as only lasted three days, but we saw a reduction in inflammation. So went ahead with the next size up, a month later the acne has cleared up and scars are fading. This is after four months of anti-biotics which we’ve stopped and prescription cream that didn’t work. A month later and still clear. Amazing!”.

A further customer observed: “Acne has improved and scarring repair is noticeably quicker. Still get some cystic acne bet definitely fewer and not as big.”

On the whole, the response was positive, with parent Andrew sharing: “I bought 47 Skin for my daughter after she experienced teen breakouts. The results are excellent!”.