Applying a thick lotion, such as petroleum jelly, after your nighttime skin care regimen is known as "skin slugging." This trend's proponents assert that it keeps moisture in, stops water loss, and leaves skin feeling supple and soft. According to Dr Trishna Gupte, Clinical cosmetologist and Trichologist, International trainer and Head of academics, Founder and owner of The Cosmo-Square clinic, …
Certain beauty trends persist in the ever-changing realm of skincare due to their effectiveness and user-friendly nature and one such trend is known as "slugging" that has garnered significant attention in the beauty sector of late. Benefits, considerations and caveats, tips to "slug" your skin The Origin of Slugging In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Kritu Bandhari, MD in …
Moisturization and hydration may sound alike, but they are fundamentally different concepts. Talking to HT Lifestyle, Dr. Soumya Sachdeva, MBBS, MD, DNB, ECFMG, Consultant Dermatologist at Chicnutrix, shared useful insights on the difference between the two and how to make the right choice for your skin. A person with dry skin needs an occlusive moisturizer whereas a person with dehydrated …
CoffeeAndMilk via Getty Images The practice of “slugging” involves spreading a layer of an occlusive over the entire face while sleeping at night. “If you have severely dry skin that struggles to maintain hydration, slugging could be a great option to help prevent water loss, keeping skin moist and nourished,” said Geeta Yadav, a board-certified dermatologist in Toronto. “It’s also …
