Actress-entrepreneur Shay Mitchell has made headlines again\u2014but this time the focus is not her acting role, but her business venture. Mitchell, alongside longtime friend and fellow entrepreneur Esther Song, has launched a new skincare brand aimed at children called Rini<\/strong> (derived from the Korean word eorini<\/em>, meaning \u201cchild\u201d). Parents+1<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The brand is being marketed for kids \u201cages 3 and up,\u201d featuring products like hydrogel face masks with fun animal prints and youthful packaging. According to interviews, the inspiration came when Mitchell\u2019s daughter asked for a \u201cmask like mommy\u2019s,\u201d leading to a desire to create a gentler, kid-safe version rather than just giving them adult skincare products. ELLE+1<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite the positive framing, a strong wave of criticism has arrived. Critics question whether children really need skincare routines this early, whether marketing face masks to young kids is sending the right message, and whether this is more about trend\/branding than genuine need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n On the flip side, Mitchell and Song argue there is<\/em> a gap in the market: when adults do skincare, children often imitate them, yet proper child-safe products are less common. In Parents<\/em> magazine, it was noted:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cConcerned about the lack of safe, trustworthy skincare options for kids\u2026 they created Rini to fill that gap.\u201d Parents<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The brand says its formulas are EWG-vetted, hypoallergenic, manufactured in Korea, and specifically designed for gentle skin. ELLE+1<\/a> Proponents say if kids are going<\/em> to do masks or skincare anyway (because they see adults doing it), better to have something safe rather than adult products with harsh ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The heart of the debate seems to be: Is this a harmless fun \u201cspa day\u201d for kids, or is it the early commercialisation of children\u2019s beauty routines?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Arguments pointing to fun\/self-care:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Arguments pointing to concern:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n For parents, industry watchers and consumers, several questions remain important:<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy Many Are Raising Their Eyebrows<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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