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(Otherwise you’ll essentially be locking it allout.)
Courtesy of Jessica Ourisman
My skin-care swap has made its way into the mainstream.
But is it as good as it seems to be?
How do you slug without Vaseline?
Jessica, just after applying Anifsa Skin Lilou balm
My journey into the practice looked a little different.
I have oily skin that is prone to congestion, and I rarely experience dryness.
That’s why the basic concept of slugging locking moisture in first seemed appealing to me.
Jessica, just after applying Anifsa Skin Lilou balm
I gravitate toward products that are both potent and effective; the more multitasking, the better.
Vaseline and Aquaphor work for slugging, but I prefer something that can do a bit more.
And I’m not alone.
Jessica, mid-slug
Some TikTokers have been trying this swap along with me.
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Anifsa Skin Lilou Radiant Hydra-Balm
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Do experts recommend slugging with other products?
(Spoiler alert: I don’t!)
Lo and behold, I am in the clear.
In fact, cosmetic chemistKrupa Koestlinehighly recommends this clean balm swap for Vaseline or Aquaphor when slugging at night.
“I absolutelyloveslugging and do it regularly,” Koestline says.
“I apply a waterless and wax-less balm, and much prefer it to petroleum-based balms.
Not every ingredient will work for every complexion.
“I amveryacne-prone and oily,” Korchemniy says, adding that her skin is also sensitive.
“This clogs pores and exacerbates acne and other dermal conditions.”
What are some added benefits of slugging with a balm?
The gist is that petroleum-based balms are extremely effective at forming the occlusive barrier to prevent moisture loss.
(I hope!)
After taking a look at the balm’s ingredient list, Koestline confirms thatomega 3(i.e.
Along with that, the politics of petroleum are stickier than my face is when I slug.
Although the ingredient is cheap and easily mass-produced, it comes from crude oil.
Of course, swapping petroleum for a so-called “sustainable” product won’t save the planet.
There’s only so much individuals can do when it comes to shopping for clean products.
But if you’re in the mood for an upgrade, at least you’ve got options.
