A FREE GUIDE FOR PARENTS
The Parents' Guide to Teen Acne
What's really happening with your teenager's skin, what actually helps, and when it's time to get it checked. Written by Dr Tara from ClearDerm.
What's inside the guide
Understand what's happening
Why teen skin changes: The four steps happening under the surface, explained simply.
Periods and hormonal flare-ups: Why spots follow a monthly pattern, and how to manage it.
Cut through the noise
Myths vs evidence: What really causes acne, and what doesn't.
Where money is wasted: Why facials, peels and premium products rarely fix acne.
Know what to do next
A simple routine that works: Affordable, evidence-based steps for mild acne.
When to get help: The signs it's time for a medical assessment.
About Dr Tara
Dr Tara Treacy is a GP with a special interest in dermatology and the founder of ClearDerm, an online acne clinic serving families across Ireland. She had acne herself as a teenager, and effective treatment changed her life. Today she helps teenagers and adults get evidence-based acne care, without the waiting list.
