The Best Hair Care Advice for Young Adults
Our hair, just like our skin, influences the way we feel about ourselves. It’s important. Everything from cleansing and conditioning to styling and treating will have an impact on our...
How to Have Good Skin as a Young Adult
Be wary of ‘miracle’ products and '30 day money back' offers - the skin’s natural turnover is a c.28 day cycle so it would probably improve anyway and miracles are...
How do I get rid of spots on my back and chest?
When it comes to acne, it's not just about the face. Acne can also appear on various parts of the body including the chest and back. Understanding the underlying reasons...
How can I protect my skin from the sun?
It’s time to talk about how you can protect your skin from the sun. You can enjoy the sunny weather and still take care of your skin with these snippets...
Teenage skincare on a budget
A basic yet consistent skincare routine is often more effective than sporadically using a multitude of expensive products. Follow a two-step process; Cleanse then Moisturise.
How do I deal with Oily skin as a teenager?
The main culprit behind oily skin during adolescence is hormones - specifically, androgens. Androgens are hormones that increase during puberty in both boys and girls. They stimulate the oil glands...
Can I Use Adult Luxury Products as a Teenager?
Using some adult luxury products as a teenager will not be harmful but it's essential to consider whether they are the right choice for young, changing skin. Focusing on a...
What are the Best Products for Teenage Skin
This must be one of the most asked questions we get here at SAMFARMER as we know the teenage years can be a rollercoaster ride when it comes to your...
8 tips that might help prevent acne and breakouts?
If your parents had acne there is a strong possibility that due to genetics, you will also experience acne to some extent. However, the good news is that there are...
Best cosmetic ingredients for teenage skin care
Here at SAMFARMER, we are baffled why teenage skin care products are not taken as seriously as adult formulations. Looking after your skin is essential at any age but it's...
The Teen-Friendly Guide to Starting a Skincare Routine
Looking for friendly and understanding advice on teen skincare? Here are our top tips on starting a skincare routine that will benefit your skin now and in the future.
Talking to your teen about personal hygiene
Talking about personal hygiene can be awkward, so it’s important to be sensitive to your teenager’s feelings. You may want to approach the conversation gently, and let your teenager know that...
Helping your teen to manage their exam stress
Exams can be a significant source of stress for young adults. As they approach GCSE’s, A-Levels or simply mock exams, teens may start to feel overwhelmed. Stress is a normal...
Natural Cosmetics are marketing nonsense
No commercially available cosmetic product is Natural – NONE
The Guardian - Best Luxury Skincare for Teenagers
My clan, with all of beauty at their disposal, ironically opt for the most affordable. They love Sam Farmer ..neutral packaging and teen products that work. Sali Hughes picks...
Cosmetic Ingredient Apps are currently fundamentally flawed
I love science. It helps me make sense of the world and the industry I work in because, as Richard Dawkins put it so brilliantly, science…“it works”. We constantly read...