{"id":17482,"date":"2024-03-20T11:33:37","date_gmt":"2024-03-20T10:33:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/?p=17482"},"modified":"2024-03-20T11:40:19","modified_gmt":"2024-03-20T10:40:19","slug":"face-slugging-all-you-need-to-know-about-this-tiktok-trend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/face-slugging-all-you-need-to-know-about-this-tiktok-trend\/","title":{"rendered":"Face Slugging: All You Need to Know About This TikTok Trend"},"content":{"rendered":"
We are sure many of you have already heard about “slugging,” a viral TikTok trend with over 10K published videos that promise to help with skin moisture levels and the look and feel of your complexion overnight. Simply said, slugging is applying a thick layer of moisturizer, usually products like petroleum jelly or Vaseline, onto the skin’s surface. But is slugging worth the hype? Does it clog the pores? Is it suitable for every skin type? Let’s answer some frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n
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The term “slugging” comes from the smooth, glossy appearance the skin takes on post-application, reminding of the trail left by a slug. The idea behind it is to apply occlusive ingredients (such as Vaseline or petroleum jelly) over other beneficial products (such as moisturizers), which then creates a barrier and acts as a shield for the skin.<\/span><\/p>\n By sealing in moisture, it prevents <\/span>transepidermal water loss\u00a0<\/span><\/a>(TEWL)<\/span>, which is the amount of water that passively evaporates through the skin and a common cause of <\/span>dry and dehydrated skin<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n While slugging is a rising trend, its origins can be traced back a few years ago, when skincare expert\u00a0<\/span>Charlotte Palermino<\/span><\/a>\u00a0shared\u00a0<\/span>her slugging skincare routine<\/span><\/a>. Despite that, it’s the social media, particularly TikTok, that has put slugging into the spotlight.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Well, both do the job of keeping your\u00a0<\/span>skin hydrated<\/span><\/a>, but slugging adds an extra layer of protection and helps your skin hold onto moisture better.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n And if you’re not into using Vaseline or petroleum jelly, no worries. You can use other moisturizers or hydrating face masks you already have. The important thing is to pick a formula with gentle, hydrating ingredients that’ll keep your skin hydrated without causing irritation. It is even more important to have a good moisturizer under the layer of Vaseline petroleum jelly.<\/span><\/p>\n FOREO SUPERCHARGED™ Ultra-Hydrating Sleeping Mask<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is an excellent example – it aligns with the concept of slugging by providing rich hydration overnight without clogging pores. Formulated with 99% natural origin ingredients, this nourishing leave-on treatment replenishes and rejuvenates the skin\u00a0<\/span>while you sleep<\/span><\/a>, helping you wake up to a healthy and dewy complexion. It’s an option to consider if you’re looking to boost your skincare routine with gentle but effective hydration.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\nIs Slugging Better Than Regular Moisturizers?<\/h2>\n