A Skincare Party for Tweens Who Want to Make It Themselves
A skincare party for tweens puts the jars, spatulas, and scents right in their hands. Girls this age ask great questions about what goes on their skin. So a hands-on class with real professionals answers them in a fun way.
Glitters & Grace brings the whole skincare bar to your home or venue. For younger children, see our kids skincare party page. Older sisters can explore our mobile skincare party instead.
- Hosted by estheticians
- Unscented bases
- Ages 9 to 12
- From $475
Why a skincare party for tweens feels so rewarding
Tweens are starting to notice their skin, and many want a simple routine. However, the beauty aisle can feel confusing. A hosted bar slows things down, so each guest learns as she creates.
Our licensed estheticians lead the station. An esthetician is a licensed skincare professional, so parents know who is guiding the group. Meanwhile, the bases come from our founder, a cosmetic and skincare formulator.
Best of all, every base starts unscented. That means each girl chooses her own fragrance, which is the fun part. As a result, no two jars smell the same when the party ends.
Keep the guest list between 10 and 15. Then the skincare bar runs about 1.5 to 2 hours, and everyone gets real attention.
What tweens make and enjoy
The skincare bar is the star here. Still, you can pair it with one or two gentle extras.
Body Butter
Guests whip a rich body butter from an unscented base. Then they add a fragrance they love.
Lotion
A lighter lotion suits girls who like a quick, everyday product. Estheticians explain each step as they go.
Scrub
A simple scrub is easy to make and fun to test. Also, it makes a sweet gift for a sister or mom.
Mini-Facials
Add a relaxing mini-facial round between making turns. Tweens get a longer, gentle version. Learn more on our mini-facials page.
Bath Bar
Bath salts, oils, and botanicals become a bath bomb shaped by hand. Plus, no water is needed.
Photo Booth
Our digital photo booth captures each guest holding her finished jar. Then parents get the pictures to share.
Hold your tween skincare date
Pricing for tween parties starts at $475. Your itemized proposal comes within 2 business days, and half down holds the date.
Skincare party for tweens ideas to try
Here are three themes for a make your own skincare party for tweens. Each one also scales to your group.
Guest formulas from the skincare bar are kept on file. So a favorite recipe is easy to remake later.
When a tween skincare bar fits
A small, focused group suits this party. So here are moments that match it well.
A tween skincare birthday party
Nine through twelve is when routines begin. So a birthday built around it feels timely.
Best-friend celebrations
Three or four close friends can share one relaxed afternoon. Plus, the group stays calm.
Troop and club gatherings
Scout troops and clubs can learn together. Each girl also leaves with something useful.
Grandma and me
Grandmothers often enjoy making lotion beside their granddaughters. Then both go home with a jar.
Back-to-school
A late-summer party builds a simple routine before fall. That's why it pairs well with new-grade jitters.
Visiting family
Celebrating near Milwaukee or Indianapolis? We have local teams in both cities, too.
Where to set up a tween skincare bar
The bar needs roughly 12 x 6 feet and two 6-foot tables. No tables? We bring them for $30 each.
Kitchen or dining room
A big table works perfectly. Afterward, we wipe it down and pack out.
Finished basement
Basements give the group room to spread out. They also keep the noise downstairs.
Condo party room
Building lounges suit a small group, so check the reservation rules first.
Clubhouse
Clubhouses fit bigger guest lists when you add extra hosts.
Mokena studio
From January 2027, the Mokena studio offers a private room for up to 40 and a kitchen for your own snacks.
How a skincare party for tweens works
- Book ahead. Reserve 3 to 6 months out, because weekends fill first.
- Choose products. Next, pick body butter, lotion, or scrub, plus any extra stations.
- Get your proposal. An itemized quote reaches you within 2 business days.
- We arrive early. Our team sets up an hour ahead with linens and signage.
- Make and take. Estheticians guide each guest. Then we clean up so you can relax.
We share full ingredient and allergen disclosures before the party. See our allergens and safety page for more about gentle skincare for tweens.
Tween skincare party photos
These tables show how clean and pretty a skincare bar can look. Use them as a starting point.
Plan a party she can feel good about
Reserve online or call 815.418.6740. We will match the products to her friends and their ages.
Glitters & Grace was founded by Cheryl Gleason, a trained perfumer, a cosmetic and skincare formulator, and the creative force behind every bar we bring to your event.
Mini-facialsWhere we bring the skincare party for tweens
Our skincare bar travels across Chicagoland, where we are based. Local teams in Milwaukee and Indianapolis bring the same bases and estheticians to families there. You can also book our Mokena studio once it opens in January 2027.
Chicago and the North Shore
Condos, homes, and party rooms from the city to Lake Forest.
Western and Northwest Suburbs
Homes, clubhouses, and venues across DuPage and the northwest suburbs.
Southwest Suburbs and Will County
Our home base, minutes from the Mokena studio.
Milwaukee Area
Local Glitters & Grace hosts and teams to bring you sparkle.
Indianapolis Area
Local Glitters & Grace hosts and teams to bring you sparkle.
Mokena Studio
19060 Everett Blvd, Suite 107, Mokena, IL 60448. Opening in January 2027 with a private party room for up to 40 guests. Visit the studio page or call 815.418.6740.
Add-On · Digital Photo Booth
Strike a Pose: Add the Digital Photo Booth
Make the party even more fun and keep every memory. Add our digital photo booth rental, and guests can snap photos all party long, fresh gloss and sparkle included.
- Share as they snap. Kids with phones or tablets can download and post their photos the moment they take them.
- The full gallery, sent to you. After the party, parents receive a link to every photo from the booth.
- Memories in one place. No chasing down pictures from other parents. Every pose, group shot and silly face is saved together.
Skincare party for tweens FAQs
What do tweens make at the skincare bar?
Each guest makes a simple product, such as a body butter, lotion, or scrub. Then she adds her own fragrance.
Who leads the station?
Licensed estheticians, meaning licensed skincare professionals, host the bar and explain each step.
How many guests work best?
Smaller groups are ideal. For 10 to 15 guests, plan on about 1.5 to 2 hours.
Is it safe for sensitive skin?
We send full ingredient and allergen disclosures ahead of time, so you can review everything first.
Can we remake a favorite later?
Yes. Guest formulas from the skincare bar are kept on file.
What does it cost?
Tween parties start at $475. Guest count, stations, and length shape the final total.
Do you come to the North Shore?
Yes. We travel to Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Highland Park, and nearby towns, plus every other part of Chicagoland.
Do you offer tween skincare parties in Milwaukee?
Yes. Our Milwaukee team hosts in Wauwatosa, Whitefish Bay, Brookfield, and around the city.
Can you host in Indianapolis?
Yes. Our Indianapolis team serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, and Indianapolis.
Can we hold it at your Mokena studio?
Yes, starting in January 2027. The studio is at 19060 Everett Blvd, Suite 107, near New Lenox, Frankfort, and Tinley Park.
Ready to plan a skincare party for tweens?
Book online or call 815.418.6740. Then we will set up a bar where every guest makes something she loves.
perfume@glittersandgrace.com · 815.418.6740
With Grace,
Cheryl Gleason · Owner, Perfumer & Creative Director