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The Benefits of Slugging Skincare: How CeraVe UK Can Help You Achieve Hydrated, Glowing Skin

Woman applying CeraVe Advanced Repair Ointment onto her cheek, leaving a thick shiny residue

Overview

Slugging is one of the most searched for K-beauty trends of the moment, appearing all over social media apps like Tiktok and Instagram. As it involves applying petroleum jelly or an occlusive ointment onto the skin, it gets its name from the slim-like glisten it leaves on the skin.

Ahead we look into the benefits of skin slugging, how to do it safely, and the CeraVe products to use.

IN THIS ARTICLE

  • What is Slugging Skincare and Why Should You Try It?​
  • Who isn’t Skin Slugging Suitable For?​
  • Slugging Skincare with CeraVe UK: Our Top Picks​
  • Slugging Application Tips​

    • What is Slugging Skincare and Why Should You Try It?

    In short, slugging derives from Korea and refers to the application of an occlusive ointment to the skin, as a last step in your skincare routine. This is believed to help your skin hold onto moisture improving skin radiance and hydration. It can also help to strengthen and repair the skin barrier which loses water when it becomes compromised.


    Skin slugging is ideal for very dry, ageing and compromised skin that is suffering from a loss of lipids and Transepidermal Water Loss - a process that means the skin can’t hold onto water as well as it should. This can happen as we age or if the skin barrier has become damaged by environmental factors such as pollution, smoke or a change in climate. Using harsh skincare can also compromise the skin barrier and leave it feeling dry and sensitive.


       
    Woman with a radiant glow on her face, holding CeraVe Advanced Repair Ointment

    Who isn’t Skin Slugging Suitable For?

    As skin slugging traps moisture in the skin, it’s not suitable for skin that suffers with congestion and concerns such as acne. In this case, slugging could cause further build-up in the pores and make breakouts worse.


       

    Slugging Skincare with CeraVe UK: Our Top Picks​

    Skin slugging should always start with a gentle cleanse to ensure the pores are clear but the skin barrier is protected and hydrated. Try a formula such as CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser which is infused with ceramides and hyaluronic acid. This formula will remove impurities, makeup and sunscreen while keeping the skin barrier intact. You then have a clean and clear base for the slugging ointments you apply afterwards. CeraVe Advanced Repair Ointment for slugging is ideal as its rich texture helps restore the skin barrier and locks in moisture. It’s infused with 3 essential ceramides, hyaluronic acid and petroleum that prevents epidermal water loss. It’s also suitable for very dry and chapped skin.


       
    Woman with glowing skin, holding CeraVe Advanced Repair Ointment up to her cheek

    Slugging Application Tips

    Apply a generous layer of CeraVe Advanced Repair Ointment over the skin overnight, and rinse off in the morning or after an hour or so using a cloth and a hydrating creamy cleanser. Your skin should feel hydrated and appear more radiant.


    So, what are you waiting for? Why not give the skincare slugging beauty trend a try and see how it can improve your dry skin overnight.


     

    Ready to try slugging skincare with CeraVe UK? Shop ointments now and experience the benefits for yourself. ​

     
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