Win 1 of 3 Upenya 3-in-1 teen skincare sets

Teen skincare has become far more complicated than it needs to be.

Between TikTok trends, harsh active ingredients and shelves full of products promising quick fixes, many teens are using far more than their skin actually needs, while many parents are left trying to work out what is safe, sensible and worth trusting.

For changing, breakout-prone skin, more is not always better. In many cases, consistency, simplicity and the right formulation matter far more than chasing the latest trend.

That is the thinking behind Upenya, a South African, science-led skincare brand developed specifically for acne-prone teen skin. Upenya, meaning “to shine” in Tshivenda, reflects the brand’s South African roots and its focus on simple, thoughtful skincare for young, breakout-prone skin.

Loved by active teens, trusted by parents, Upenya was created for real teenage life: school, sport, sweat, sunscreen, changing hormones and all the skin challenges that come with it.

Instead of overcomplicating the process, Upenya focuses on a simple 3-step daily routine designed to support breakout-prone skin in a way that feels practical, manageable and easy to use consistently.

A simpler approach to teen skin

Teenage skin often needs support, not overload. Hormonal changes can increase oil production and congestion, while harsh or overly complicated routines can leave skin feeling irritated and out of balance.

Formulated with more than 99% natural, naturally derived and nature-identical ingredients, the Upenya Youth Range takes a thoughtful approach to teen skincare. Carefully selected actives are balanced with African botanicals such as marula oil and honeybush extract, alongside prebiotic aloe and inulin to help support the skin’s natural balance.

The range is dermatologically tested, vegan, and designed to be microbiome-friendly, making it a practical, age-appropriate option for teens who need a routine they can actually use consistently.

The Upenya 3-step routine

At the heart of the range is Upenya’s signature 3-step routine, designed to work together as a simple, consistent daily routine.

Step 1: Exfoliating Cleanser

A gentle daily cleanser that helps remove excess oil, sweat, sunscreen and daily buildup while lightly exfoliating the skin. Formulated with gentle fruit acids, mild cleansing agents, and prebiotic aloe and inulin, it helps keep skin feeling fresh and balanced without stripping.

Step 2: Moisturising Gel

A lightweight gel moisturiser that helps maintain hydration while supporting the skin barrier. With ingredients such as niacinamide, honeybush extract, marula oil, and prebiotic aloe and inulin, it helps keep skin calm, comfortable and balanced, even when it is oily or breakout-prone.

Step 3: Blemish Care

A targeted treatment designed for active breakouts and congested areas. With salicylic acid to help keep pores clear, and allantoin to support skin comfort, it delivers focused care without feeling overly harsh or drying.

Because when it comes to teenage skin, the best routine is often not the most complicated one, it is the one that gets used consistently.

Upenya 3-in-1 skincare sets are available online at www.upenya.co.za.

We’re giving 3 lucky readers the chance to win an Upenya 3-in-1 skincare set worth R920 each!

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