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Listen, I know I’m not alone when I say this:Cystic acnesucks.
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(Yup, that’s where the name comes from.)
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What Exactly Is the Trend?
By doing so, you’re essentially sealing in all of the potent products you applied beforehand.
Jasmine Ford, a licensed esthetician based in Tennessee, sawdramatic resultsin just two weeks.
Likewise, Michelle Young’sbefore-and-afterhas become the most-liked “slugging for acne” video on the platform.
Can Petroleum Jelly Clear Up Acne?
He goes on to say that the petroleum jelly itself doesnt actually treat the pimple.
It actually helps protect the skin barrier as the pimple heals by forming a seal over the skin.
“Think of an angry pimple like a wound that needs to heal,” Dr. Zeichner says.
The gist: Proceed with caution in attempting to use petroleum jelly to clear up cystic acne.
Ahead, we break down how to do it correctly.
One of the reasons may be because petroleum jelly is an occlusive.
Hence, the more dramatic results.
She notes that your skin needs all three.
Dr. Shah agrees, and recommends a “thick moisturizing cream rather than an actual occlusive.”
It’s recommended that you speak to your dermatologist before giving the trend a try.
