“tick tock These days, it seems like a good enough excuse to try out a new beauty trend. That’s what we’re here for. This platform is all about skin cycling, the ancient art of gua sha, the pros and cons of slugging, and how to look like a glazed donut (in a good way), and many other skin care hacks and beauty shortcuts. taught us. While these trends aren’t ideal for every skin type or beauty goal, many of them are full of benefits. With over 4.2 million search results on TikTok (and counting), skin flooding is one of the latest skincare trends flooding our feeds. Let’s see what it is all about.
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What is skin flooding?
Skin flooding involves layering moisturizing products in a specific order to provide deeper, longer-lasting hydration. The purpose of this exercise, with the help of the star of the show, is to hydrate dehydrated skin. hyaluronic acid. Basically, we give our skin a combination of humectants (aka water-attracting substances), then double up on a hydrating serum. The final step aims to lock everything in, hydrate and achieve plump and glowing skin. You can perform this ritual before bed to ensure deep absorption into your skin, or in the morning to prepare your skin for the day. This involves he four simple steps. Gently cleanse your skin, mist it, apply a serum (or two), and seal it in with a moisturizer.
Guide to skin immersion
Step 1: Gentle cleansing
For best results, start with a gentle cleanser that cleanses your skin without stripping it of its natural oils. This leaves your skin with a perfect canvas and ready to accept the onslaught of moisture. Good options for gentle cleansing include: Stone Crop Gel Wash removes impurities without drying the skin. As well as moisturizing and nourishing stone crops, it also contains chamomile, which revitalizes, soothes and balances the skin, preparing it for the oncoming tsunami of moisture. Another great option for this step is a coconut milk cleanser. This gentle cream cleanser uses enriched coconut milk, coconut oil, and calendula oil to nourish your skin and leave it looking dewy and fresh.
Our Lemongrass Cleanser is also a gentle option. Olive oil, sunflower, and flaxseed in this mild formula gently draw impurities from your skin, while organic and Biodynamic® herbal ingredients help soothe and soothe dry skin.
Step 2: Moisturize and condition your skin
It’s always a good idea to apply skin care products like moisturizers and serums to damp skin.according to birdie: “Moisturizers absorb water more effectively by drawing it from a water source, so it’s more effective to keep your skin moist during this step.” After cleansing, try keeping your skin hydrated or using a face mist or makeup. Spray water or essence on your face to moisturize it. A great option is the Stone Crop Hydrating Mist, which is loaded with nourishing ingredients that include Stone Crop. Another option we love is Birch Water Purifying Essence.
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A mild cleanser suitable for all skin types
Moisturizing and soothing toner
Step 3: Double the serum
Now that your skin is ready for the main event, open the floodgates with not one, but two serums. The first one should be high in hyaluronic acid, aka a molecule that attracts and retains water. This moisture magnet is the molecule upon which skin immersion is built.
Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Acid Serum is highly hydrating thanks to a unique botanical hyaluronic acid complex that retains and replenishes skin’s moisture. It also contains other moisturizing ingredients such as cica and marshmallow root. Apply a thin layer to damp skin and let the flood begin. A second layer also works if you want to add more. When it comes to this routine, the more the better.
Layering another serum on top of the hyaluronic acid layer is the next step to hydrating your skin. We recommend Stone Crop Serum for intense hydration. If hyaluronic acid is the star of the skin flood trend, stonecrop is a great supporting player due to its powerful moisturizing properties.
Step 4: Add and lock in more moisture
Once the serum is absorbed, apply a moisturizer to lock in moisture. There are several options that work for this step. If you want to moisturize your skin during the day and get a glass or dolphin skin effect, in the last step he can add a moisturizer with SPF. Lilikoi Daily Defense Moisturizer SPF 40 adds hydration while protecting. Another really moisturizing SPF is Radiant Protection SPF Fluid. This all-mineral sunscreen glides on smoothly, leaving your skin looking and feeling fresh.
If you want to flood your skin as a nighttime ritual, you have several options. To maintain the effects of hyaluronic acid, finish with Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Acid Hydrator. This lightweight gel cream hydrates and locks in moisture. Our customers also love it. Self-proclaimed skincare junkie, katieleft a review on our website titled “Best Skin Care Product in the Universe” and wrote, “I’ve tried every product on the market. Nothing compares to this! …the hydration it gives Replenish and Shine equals the four products you usually need…it’s my absolute favorite step. The daily glow gives you that fresh-looking look, like you’ve just had a facial.”
Marine Flower Peptide Night Cream is a richer option that locks in the benefits of all the previous products with even more intense hydration.
If this trend reminds you a little of slugging, you’re in the same wheelhouse. Layering and containing products is the basis of both trends. As a final step, why not try using a Kombucha Microbiome Leave-On Mask instead of a traditional moisturizer? Dissolve in the palm of your hand and spread evenly over the entire face. Masks containing shea butter and beeswax act as a coating that locks in moisture and prevents it from evaporating from your skin. You’ll wake up with a glow!
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Nourishing and moisturizing serum
Does skin flooding happen to everyone?
Like many viral beauty trends, skin flooding has a target audience. It’s non-irritating and contains no active ingredients, making it safe for most skin types, but it may not be ideal for: This is because if you have sensitive skin, the product will penetrate better and you may simply need more of it. try it. However, take it slow at first. Acne-prone or oily skin may not react as well as dry skin types, as layering multiple moisturizing products can cause breakouts. That said, we can all understand the origins of this idea: applying the product to clean, damp skin for maximum absorption.
Ready to try this skin trend but don’t know where to start? Visit your local Eminence Organics Spa partner to get started.
