Safe Organic Skincare Solutions for Pre-Teens and Teens

In today’s world, pre-teens and teens are more connected than ever, often following skincare trends promoted by social media influencers. While this can be a fun way to explore beauty, it’s crucial to understand that many of these trending products can be too harsh for young, delicate skin. Instead of nourishing their skin, these products often disrupt the skin's natural balance, leading to long-term issues.

The Hidden Dangers of Harsh Skincare Products

Dermatologists have raised concerns about the growing trend of young people using skincare products that contain strong, potentially harmful chemicals. These products can strip the skin of its natural oils, leading to irritation and breakouts. According to experts, including those at UCLA Health, it’s essential for teens to use gentle products that support rather than disrupt the skin's microbiome.

Dr. Alkaitis Organics: Pure, Safe, and Effective

At Dr. Alkaitis Organics, healthy, living plants suffused with the energy of life are the foundation of our products. Our philosophy is rooted in using only the highest quality organic, biodynamic, and ethically wild-crafted herbs, plants, seeds, sea vegetables, and oils in their raw state. This commitment to purity ensures that our products are not only safe but also incredibly effective.

The late Dr. Alkaitis, affectionately known as “the Godfather of Organic Skin Care,” pioneered this approach in the early 1990s. Concerned about the harmful ingredients in the products his wife and daughter were using, he leveraged his extensive knowledge of plant science to create high-performance skincare solutions. By 1996, he introduced the first products of his line, adhering to a strict guideline of using only clean, edible ingredients.

Dr. Alkaitis’ extensive research into medicinal plants convinced him that the best way to achieve timeless beauty is through the extraordinary properties of raw, whole plants. He developed sophisticated extraction techniques that preserve the phytonutrients and therapeutic value of these ingredients, ensuring they remain full of enzymatic activity and provide maximum benefits to the skin.

Why Our Acne Kit is Perfect for Pre-Teens and Teens

Understanding the unique needs of young skin, we have developed an Acne Essentials Bundle that combines a selection of products that work together to treat acne gently and naturally. However, these products are beneficial for all skin types and can be used in various ways, whether you have acne or not. They are some of the core products in our line, reflecting our philosophy of bringing skin back to balance. Formulated with signature formulas made with adaptogenic ingredients, these products are also ideal for those who do not have acne as they also help to nurture and maintain balanced skin.

Additionally, we have just released a new Mini Acne Kit for teens. This smaller version of our Acne Essentials Kit includes midsize (2oz) bottles instead of the 4oz bottles, ideal for those who want to test the products first or for those who want smaller bottles to take to sports practice or sleepovers.

Here’s what’s included:

1: Organic Purifying Facial Cleanser

Our nutrient-rich Purifying Facial Cleanser is an organic face wash formulated with essential vitamins and natural extracts. It contains Vitamin A derived from organic carrot and marigold, and Vitamin C from Camu Camu and acerola. The wash features a blend of revitalizing herbs, balancing seaweeds, and nurturing vitamin complexes, all combined in a creamy cleansing base. 

Key Ingredients:

• Aloe Vera Leaf Juice: Soothes and reduces inflammation.
• Organic Carrot and Marigold Extract: Natural sources of Vitamin A. 
• Althaea Officinalis (Marshmallow) Root: provides powerful anti-bacterial properties.
• Raw Extract of Sambucus Nigra flower: Brimming with antioxidants due to flavonoids that are naturally present.
• Camu Camu and Acerola Extracts: Natural sources of Vitamin C

Benefits: This cleanser gently removes impurities and excess oil without stripping the skin’s natural moisture, making it perfect for daily use. With regular use, this Purifying Cleanser gently exfoliates the skin due to its high enzymatic activity, promoting a refreshed and radiant complexion.

2: Soothing Gel

The Organic Soothing Gel is a synthesis of calming, soothing and anti-inflammatory herbs, flowers, seaweeds and vitamins blended into a biodynamic Aloe Vera gel of the highest quality available.

Key Ingredients:

• Seaweeds: Fucus Vesiculosus (Sea Oak) Extract contains carotene, selenium, zinc, and vitamins A, C and E giving it anti-aging and anti-inflammatory benefits. Nereocystis Luetkeana (Atlantic Kelp) Extract is well known for its moisturizing,  anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Chondrus Crispus (Red Seaweed) Extract is known for its plumping and moisturizing properties.
• Boswellia Carterii Resin extract (Olibanum) : This resin, renowned for its centuries-old anti-inflammatory properties, is central to the formula. Dr. Alkaitis combines it with raw extracts of complementary herbs and plants, creating a uniquely soothing synergy for the skin.
• Witch Hazel: A natural astringent that tightens pores and reduces inflammation.
• Aloe Vera Gel: The highest quality Aloe Vera gel forms the base of this product. Aloe Vera is naturally soothing for skin, it also heals burns, sunburns, bruises, bug bites, and allergic reactions, and it has anti-aging properties.
• Sambucus Nigra (European Elder) Flower Extract: Its calming properties reduce redness and discomfort, restoring skin tranquility and lessening irritation. Elderberries, rich in natural AHAs, brighten the skin and improve its appearance. Additionally, their vitamins A and C hydrate and moisturize, leaving the skin soft and supple.

Benefits: Our Organic Soothing Gel deeply comforts and soothes the skin. Provides long-lasting hydration while aiming to nurture skin that is prone to acne and inflammation. A perfect multipurpose antibacterial treatment that is suitable for even the most sensitive skin.

3: Organic Nourishing Treatment Oil

A fusion of the highest quality silky soft, lightweight oils, enriched with a carefully selected potent combination of plant extracts and vitamin complexes, brimming with antioxidants. Our Organic Nourishing Treatment Oil is a divinely smelling, unique therapeutic oil for the face, scalp, and body.

Key Ingredients:

• Dr. Alkaitis' Signature Skin Regenerating Complex: For This blend of golden oils, Dr. Alkaitis sources the highest quality Jojoba oil, St. John's Wort oil and Rose hip oil. The seeds and flowers these oils are extracted from are grown in the most pristine places on earth.
• Ashwaganda: This oil harnesses the adaptogenic powers of ashwagandha, a natural antioxidant, to support your skin’s equilibrium. Ashwagandha's properties promote clear, healthy, and hydrated skin for all ages.
• St. John’s Wort: Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, it helps soothe and heal the skin.
• Turmeric: Offers powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
• Rosehip Oil: Rich in vitamins A and C, it helps to brighten and repair the skin.

Benefits: The triple-award winning Organic Nourishing Treatment Oil hydrates and nourishes the skin. For skin that is producing too much oil, this product will restore balance, promote healing and help to banish acne scars.

4. Organic Universal Mask

An impressive blend of anti-inflammatory and rejuvenating herbs, nutrient-rich seaweeds, potent grasses, and raw whole plant extracts, our Organic Universal Mask offers luxurious detoxification. 

Key Ingredients:

• Dr. Alkaitis's Signature Sea Vegetable Complex: Ethically wildcrafted Chlorella, Dulse, Spirulina, Sea Palm and Sea Willow.
• Dr. Alkaitis' Signature Grass Juice Complex: Organic, mineral-rich,  Khorasan Grass Juice, Alfalfa Juice, Oat Grass Juice, Wheat Grass Juice
• Dr Alkaitis's Signature Vegetable Complex: Organic Carrots, Cabbage, Kale, Broccoli, Asparagus, Brussel Sprouts, Cucumber, Ginger, Sweet Potato, Onions, Cauliflower, Beets, Tomatoes, Parsley.
• Dr. Alkaitis's Organic Seed Complex: Organic Pumpkin Seed, Sesame Seed, Amaranth Seed, Flax Seed, Rye, Buckwheat, Millet, Barley, Rice, Sunflower Seed.

This fine blend of raw extracts of high-quality grasses, (sea) vegetables, proteins and seeds, results in a well-balanced meal for the skin. Antioxidants in the Vegetable Complex compliment the extraordinary enzymatic power of the Sea Vegetable Complex.

The building blocks of the vegetable protein blend assist the calming anti-inflammatory compounds of the Grass Juice Complex. Together these five individual complexes form a synergistic compilation that is filled to the brim with nutrients that aims to repair and rejuvenate your skin.

Benefits: Our Organic Universal Mask is a luxurious detoxification that is developed to purify, restore balance and calm inflammation in even the most sensitive skin complexions. Packed with nutrients that nourish the skin back to a healthy glowing state. This mask can be used regularly as irritation persists. It can even be used every day as needed. It may be used as a spot treatment, or all over as a facial treatment mask.

* This mask contains grasses & vegetable complexes. Check for sensitivity if you have  allergies. We recommend the Cellular Repair Mask instead for anyone with grass allergies.

Caring for Young Skin: The Dr. Alkaitis Organics Approach

Navigating skincare can be tricky for pre-teens and teens, especially with so many products and trends to choose from. At Dr. Alkaitis Organics, we are committed to providing products that gender-neutral, safe, effective, and organic; offering solutions that respect and nurture young skin. Our Acne Essentials Bundle is designed with the purity and quality that has made us a trusted name in skincare since 1996 and a go-to choice for several models and celebrities.

By choosing Dr. Alkaitis Organics, pre-teens and teens can confidently care for their skin without the risk of harmful chemicals and harsh ingredients. Join us in nurturing the next generation's skin with the purest, most effective organic skincare products.