Skincare warning issued to parents amid social media popularity

One of the UK’s leading cosmetic industry bodies is offering new guidance to help parents.

Social media influence is extending to skincare among young children – sometimes as young as three years old.

Dermatologists are warning not only about the potential physical damage these products can cause to young skin, but also the psychological impact of setting unrealistic beauty standards at an early age.

One of the UK’s leading cosmetic industry bodies is offering new guidance to help parents navigate this issue.

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Last updated Dec 2nd, 2025 at 19:25

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