What is Slugging?

Have you heard of slugging? It’s one of the newest viral skincare trends, said to originate out of Korea, that has people putting a layer of petroleum jelly (aka Vaseline) on their face before bed.

Is it a good idea? 

Well, the thought behind slugging is that petroleum jelly will add a protective layer between your skin and environmental factors, thereby allowing your skin to absorb whatever skincare is under the jelly, while healing and remaining hydrated. 

So, in theory, it can work.

But, if you’ve ever put petroleum jelly on your lips, feet, or baby’s bum, you know it can be slippery and sticky – and that can pose a problem when you’re trying to sleep.

Here’s what we recommend you try instead (your pillowcase will thank you):

• Cleanse your face before bed (I hope this is a given every pm)
• Apply your Retinol 
• Use a hydrating sheet mask & leave on for 10-15 mins remove the sheet and do a light massage to penetrate the remaining product.
• Follow with a thicker layer of your night cream 
• Add a thicker layer of your night cream 

Also:

• Drink LOTS OF water throughout the day to keep your skincare in check
• Try a lactic acid peel or microneedling treatment to help improve your barrier function. This will help your skin to retain moisture better. 

Our vote? Skip the slugging.