By Brooklynn Then, age 10
TikTok, an app that launched in 2016, has now amassed over 1 billion monthly users worldwide. According to CBS News, 25% of those users are children under the age of 17 who are vulnerable to many “trends.”
One viral trend that can cause physical harm is the “Sephora kid” skincare trend. Many kids as young as 10 flock to Sephora to try skincare items made for adults. Dr. Abigail Waldman, a dermatologist, told CBS News that kids’ skin works perfectly. And these skincare products are made for adults, containing exfoliants, fragrances, and alcohol, which can harm or burn children’s skin.
According to NPR, TikTok can also create mental health issues, such as body dysmorphic disorder, a disorder where one can’t stop perceiving minor flaws, like a tiny pimple. TikTok gives creators filters to have flawless skin. This makes tweens insecure of things that are perfectly normal such as acne and scars.
In conclusion, parents and kids should be cautious of the dangers of TikTok.
