Dr. Anikó Kovács, dermatologist at Semmelweis University’s Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Dermatooncology (IMAGE)

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Dr. Anikó Kovács, dermatologist at Semmelweis University’s Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Dermatooncology

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More and more teenagers are using cosmetics intended for adults that contain active ingredients – yet overdoing skincare at this age can even make things worse. In adolescence, a poorly chosen skincare routine can lead to dry skin, irritation, and even painful or itchy allergic reactions, says Dr. Anikó Kovács, a dermatologist at Semmelweis University’s Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Dermatooncology.

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Photo: Bálint Barta - Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary

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