health
February 25, 2026
The Skin-Care Industry Is Coming for Toddlers
Millennials created the wellness economy, and now it wants their children as customers.
TL;DR
- Companies like Rini, Evereden, and Tubby Todd Bath Co. are launching skincare lines, including sheet masks and specialized routines, for children as young as three and four.
- The trend is partly driven by children imitating their parents and a growing 'wellness economy' influenced by millennial parents.
- Dermatologists state that most children only need basic hygiene, lotion, and sunscreen, with advanced skincare being unnecessary.
- Experts worry that early exposure to skincare routines can introduce adult insecurities and diminish imaginative play during crucial developmental stages.
- Retailers like Sephora are welcoming child-focused skincare brands, though some products contain ingredients like retinol that can be too harsh for young skin.
- Companies market these products as tools for self-care, aiming to normalize simplicity like sun protection and gentle cleansing, rather than adult beauty concepts.
- Skepticism exists among parents and even children about the need for such products for very young age groups, with some suggesting simple cleaning is sufficient for everyday messes.
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