WHAT IS SLUGGING AND IS IT FOR YOU?

Slugging. What? Yep. 

It's hard to keep up these days so, if like me, you have no idea what slugging is, read on...

Skin slugging isn’t just the latest trend on TikTok; it's been a thing in K-beauty routines for some time. It's called "slugging" because your face will be slimy like a slug - the idea behind the practice of slugging is to apply a thick layer of petroleum jelly to your face before bed, to wake up with glowing skin.

For years, Skin Experts in white coats (we can't type the D-word or google gets upset) have recommended using occlusive skincare to treat dry skin. This locks in moisture and prevents TEWL (transepidermal water loss) overnight.

Benefits of slugging:

▪️ It prevents moisture loss
▪️ Protects the skin from environmental damage
▪️ Restores lipids (fats) in your skin barrier

Does it work? The short answer is yes, but there are things to consider before you jump onto the slugging trend: what you use to occlude your skin, your skin condition, and what you're trying to achieve. Slugging is not a "one size fits all" skin solution. 

Things to know about petroleum jelly such as Vaseline:

✖️Not eco-friendly; it comes from processing petroleum for use in plastics and other products.
✖️ Not bio-degradable, it will not degrade in our waterways.
✖️  It may contain microplastics, which are harmful to aquatic life.

Other things to consider:

What else are you "locking in" apart from moi

Still want to give it a go?

 ✔️Use eco-friendly and natural Oleogel Plus from Dermaviduals.
 ✔️Or use Medik8 H.E.O Mask, which contains a two-step hydrating gel and occlusive cream without the questionable issues around petroleum products.
 ✔️Do not apply any AHA/BHA or actives such as Vitamin A or Vitamin C under your slug. This can REALLY irritate your skin.
 ✔️Use it for dehydrated skin, dry skin and impaired skin barriers.
✔️ Do not do it on broken skin, and consult a skin medical practitioner before slugging on eczema or psoriasis.

Want some more skincare advice or help building the perfect skincare regime for you? Click here to book a complimentary skincare review with our Clinic Director, Francesca.