FAQ
Getting Started
Why should kids and tweens start using skincare?
When water alone is no longer enough. As children grow, their skin produces more oil and sweat, and daily dirt, sports sweat, sunscreen or dance and stage makeup can build up. A simple routine helps wash away that buildup, keeps skin feeling comfortable and builds healthy hygiene habits for life.
How young can children start using MEBEME skincare?
MEBEME skincare is designed for tweens and teens aged 8 to 16, but it's gentle enough for children from 5 years old. A good time to start is when water alone no longer removes dirt, sunscreen or activity sweat.
What should parents look for when choosing skincare for tweens and teens?
Look for gentle, age-appropriate formulas made with plant-based ingredients, and avoid harsh actives, parabens, sulfates and artificial fragrances. Products made for adults, such as anti-ageing creams or strong acne treatments, aren't designed for young skin.
Why shouldn't kids use adult skincare?
Adult skincare often contains strong active ingredients, such as retinoids, high-strength salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide and synthetic fragrances. These are made for adult skin and can be too harsh for young, delicate skin, sometimes causing redness, dryness or peeling. MEBEME uses gentle, plant-based botanicals made especially for changing young skin.
Skincare
What is a simple skincare routine for active tween boys and girls?
A simple two-step routine, morning and night:
- Cleanse with a MEBEME Cleanser, and again after sport, to wash away sweat and oil.
- Moisturise with a MEBEME Moisturiser to hydrate skin without feeling heavy.
For the occasional blemish, dab on MEBEME Stop The Spot.
How do you use MEBEME face wash and moisturiser?
Face wash: wet your face with warm water, gently massage a small amount (about the size of a 5–10 cent piece) over your face with eyes closed, then rinse thoroughly with warm water.
Moisturiser: apply a small amount to clean, dry skin morning and night.
Is MEBEME suitable for sensitive skin?
MEBEME products are made with gentle, plant-derived ingredients and native botanicals like Kangaroo Paw and Aloe Vera to nourish and soothe skin. If your child has very sensitive skin or a skin condition such as eczema, check with your GP first and do a 24-hour patch test on the inner arm before full use.
Natural Deodorant
How young can kids start using MEBEME natural deodorant?
From around 5 to 7 years old, or as soon as body odour first appears. MEBEME deodorants are aluminium-free and bicarb-free, so they work with young skin rather than blocking sweat.
Are MEBEME deodorants aluminium-free and bicarb-free?
Yes. MEBEME natural deodorants are 100% aluminium-free and free from baking soda (bicarb). Instead, our formula uses plant-based ingredients and Australian native botanicals to help neutralise odour-causing bacteria.
Will MEBEME natural deodorant stop sweating?
No. MEBEME deodorant is aluminium-free, so it won't block sweat glands or stop your body's natural sweating. It helps control odour naturally and keeps underarms feeling fresh and comfortable.
Will MEBEME natural deodorant cause a rash?
MEBEME deodorants are made without bicarb soda, a common cause of underarm redness and irritation in many natural deodorants. Our formula uses gentle plant-derived ingredients and is designed with sensitive young skin in mind. As with any new product, we recommend a patch test before first use.
About MEBEME
Is MEBEME Australian made and cruelty-free?
Yes. MEBEME is 100% Australian made and owned, and cruelty-free. None of our products or ingredients are tested on animals.