Slugging based on skin typeUpdated a year ago
The science behind slugging is pretty sound. Plus, the way this technique keeps the skin all moist and dewy is quite lovely. When you slug at night, there’s a good chance you won’t need to moisturize again in the morning.
Remember to apply your slugging occlusive after your skin is already saturated with water. If you’re applying any lightweight or water-based skincare products, they should go on first.
That said, slugging can be a little gross, especially if you’re the kind of person who hates the feeling of oily products on their skin! That happens to be true for a lot of the members of our Lab Team, for instance.
That’s why we created Water Lock. It’s a light, silky ointment for people who hate the idea of slugging.
Think of it as a non-greasy option for slugging oily skin.
Instead of petrolatum, the star occlusive in this formula is dimethicone, which we combined with a few more moisture-locking molecules. The result is a non-comedogenic, silky formula with the most divine skin feel. It’s slippery-smooth but with a velvety texture that leaves the skin feeling soft and non-greasy, and yet completely hydrated.
There are a few other skin-loving ingredients in the Water Lock formula that provide a small element of direct hydration, like glycerin, panthenol, and hyaluronic acid.
Whether you decide to try slugging with simple, affordable Vaseline (which we suggest you definitely do!) or a more elegant formula like Water Lock, we think you’ll like the way it keeps your skin as moisturized as possible. Happy slugging!