Slugging, skin flooding, skin cycling: 3 viral skincare trends not to confuse

Social media regularly turn a skincare step into a global phenomenon. Slugging, skin flooding, and skin cycling: these three approaches do not pursue the same goal.

Slugging: sealing in your routine

Slugging generally involves finishing your evening routine with an occlusive layer to limit water loss. This technique is not necessary for every skin type.

Skin flooding: layering hydration

It involves applying hydrating products one after another, often to slightly damp skin. Toner, serum, and then moisturizer can create a simple version.

Skin cycling: organizing active ingredients

It spreads active ingredients over several evenings to avoid using everything at the same time. It is an organizational framework, not an obligation.

For dehydrated skin?

A hydration-focused routine may make more sense than using multiple active ingredients. Skin flooding can be reduced to two or three steps.

With retinol or exfoliants?

Spacing out certain active ingredients helps you monitor tolerance. Always follow the instructions specific to each product.

Why these trends go viral

They give a memorable name to steps that are easy to show in videos. However, going viral does not mean that something is essential or suitable for everyone.

How do you choose?

Identify your goal: hydration, comfort, or organizing active ingredients. Then adapt GINZAI, HAYEJIN, SAINT SAVON, SKIN IV, or Routinely products to your actual needs.

In the event of persistent irritation or a skin condition, seek advice from a healthcare professional.

💦 Embrace the trend without buying ten products

For a hydration-focused approach, start with the HAYEJIN Biphasic Toner, followed by a hydrating serum. For an already structured routine, the GINZAI Routine or the SAINT SAVON Routine lets you select several complementary steps.

Before buying: choose the trend according to your goal, not just because it is viral.

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