How to look younger: £2.99 skin hack for 'reduced wrinkles, scars and acne'
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- 31 Oct 2022
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A skincare trend called "slugging" is going viral on TikTok, with fans claiming it can help you look younger. Videos on the trend have hundreds of thousands of views online from skincare experts.
What is slugging?
Slugging means applying an occlusive to the skin at the end of your evening skincare routine. These products form a barrier, locking in moisture to the skin and stopping the loss of water from the skin overnight.
While an "occlusive" might sound fancy, in reality, it's simply a petrolatum-based ointment and a £2.99 pot of Vaseline from Boots will do the trick.
What are the benefits of slugging?
Slugging is thought to be particularly good for dry skin, as it locks in moisture so effectively.
It also helps to repair the skin barrier, which is a key element of skin health. The term "skin barrier" refers to all the layers of your skin and how effectively they protect the skin, keeping nutrients in and harmful things out. Read More...
