Upenya Cosmetics

Science-led skincare for teens in 3 easy steps.

Upenya Cosmetics Science-led skincare for acne-prone skin.
Clinically tested formulations designed for teens.
Dermatologically tested, microbiome-friendly and made with African botanicals.

https://www.upenya.co.za/youthrange

Upenya is simplified skincare for teens with acne-prone skin.
Our science-led ⁠Youth Range focuses on what changing skin needs.
3 Steps: Cleanse, moisturise, and target breakouts.
Twice a day: AM and PM.
Every day: Gentle consistency builds a healthy skin barrier.

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Click the link in our bio to find your simple routine.

Cricket season, long afternoons in the sun, sweat, helmets and sport can all be tough on teenage skin.

Upenya is a simple, science-led skincare routine designed specifically for acne-prone teen skin, with gentle exfoliation, lightweight hydration, and barrier-supportive care.

Made in South Africa for South African teens.

3 steps. Twice a day. Every day.

Teen skin is rarely simple.
Between sweat, hormones, sport and stress, breakouts can quickly become part of everyday life.

Our Blemish Care was formulated to help support clearer-looking skin while keeping the skin barrier balanced, using salicylic acid alongside calming, skin-conditioning ingredients.

Science-led skincare, designed for teens.

Sweat. Oiliness. Hot weather. Sport.

Acne-prone teen skin still needs proper hydration.

Our Moisturising Gel was formulated to deliver lightweight hydration without leaving skin feeling heavy or greasy. With niacinamide, panthenol, marula oil and prebiotic inulin, it helps support a healthy-looking skin barrier while keeping skin feeling calm and comfortable.

Gentle. Science-led. Made for teen skin.

Lightweight hydration
Non-greasy feel
Designed for active teens

Share with moms of active teens.

So many cleansers focus on stripping away oil completely. But acne-prone skin needs balance and barrier support.

Our Exfoliating Cleanser was formulated to gently cleanse away sweat, excess oil and daily buildup, while helping skin feel calm, comfortable and hydrated afterwards.

Simple, science-led skincare designed specifically for acne-prone teen skin.

Teen Acne Skincare | Science-Led, Clinically Tested | Upenya Science-led skincare for acne-prone teen skin. Dermatologically tested, barrier-safe routines designed to support sensitive adolescent skin and build healthy skin habits early.

Teen breakouts are tough, but getting their skin back on track shouldn’t be.

Our Upenya Hydrating 2-Phase Toner gently calms red, irritated skin and strengthens the skin barrier so it can start the healing process.

We paired trusted favorites like Niacinamide and Centella with local powerhouses Aloe Ferox, Rooibos, and Honeybush for a safe, simple routine that works. 🌱🧪

Help them get their confidence back.
Link in bio to shop! ✨

Teen skin doesn’t need to feel stripped to feel clean.

Our Vitamin Care Clay Mask combines mineral-rich clays with skin-conditioning ingredients to help support balanced, healthy-looking skin:

• Kaolin & Bentonite Clay help absorb excess oil and lift impurities from the skin
• Niacinamide helps reduce the appearance of redness and supports more balanced-looking skin
• Panthenol & Allantoin help maintain hydration and comfort
• Vitamins C & E provide antioxidant support

A clay mask that helps leave skin feeling clean, comfortable and balanced, not tight and over-dried.

Science-led skincare, developed specifically for acne-prone teenage skin.

🔗 Shop the Vitamin Care Clay Mask via the link in bio.