THEThe transition from the harsh temperatures of winter to the milder temperatures of spring can put a strain on the health and beauty of the skin: especially in the case of dry skin. But there’s a new trend on TikTok skincare that is called “Skins Flooding” and which has already generated 2 million views. What is it about? It literally means “flooding the skin” and is a stripped-down version of the Korean beauty routine. Among his promises: quench dehydrated skin and restore the skin barrier.
Skin flooding: the new skincare trend for dry skin
Although the name may seem like one of the many passing trends that have established themselves on TikTok, the truth is that “Skin Flooding” is a smaller version of Korean skincare.
Characterized by four basic steps – cleansing, face mist or thermal water, serum and cream – thanks to the correct layering of products, this routine allows you to create a sort of barrier: preventing the skin from losing hydration. Reason why it is recommended especially in case of dryness and sensitivity.
The change of season is in fact an extremely delicate moment for the skin, during which there is often a loss of hydration and a consequent alteration of the skin barrier. Adding humectants and emollient cosmetics to your skincare routine is the secret behind constant hydration.
What skin type is it recommended for?
Although an extra dose of hydration is always recommended, it is good to say that “Skin Flooding” it must be calibrated according to each skin typein order not to “suffocate” the skin.
Who has one skin dry should perform the routine in the evening, in order to provide the dermis with all the time it needs to absorb the ingredients. While, in case of skin fat or acneicit would be best to perform this beauty routine only once a week.
Also pay attention to the textures that are used: le more impure skins will have to use light and non-occlusive creams – to avoid the formation of imperfections and blackheads – such as gel ones. While those with a drier dermis can use richer and more emollient creams.
Skin flooding: cleansing and thermal water
Like any good skincare routine, skin flooding starts with one gentle cleansing, to eliminate all traces of dirt and make-up residues. One tip is not to dry your face completely, but leave it slightly moist: this small beauty hacks it will allow subsequent products to be absorbed better.
After this first step, we proceed in order of texture: from the lightest to the most full-bodied. The second step therefore sees the nebulization of one essence or of one thermal water face mist all over the face, which adds hydration and avoids the classic sensation of “tight skin”.
Serum and cream
At this point we move on to the serum which can be: moisturizing and water-based, to acid Hyaluronicat the niacinamide for an antioxidant action or to C vitamin for an anti-aging action.
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During the routine, it is important to examine product labels carefully, making sure of avoid irritants and exfoliants such as retinol, glycolic acid and benzoyl peroxide.
Finally, it is necessary to “seal” the skin, preventing the loss of liquids from the tissues. Recommended, therefore, creams based on shea butter, tocopherol or ceramidesor those containing theacid polyglutamic able to create a film that hinders the evaporation of liquids from the skin.
Skin hydration, a problem of the whole body
This moisturizing skin care routinecan be applied to the whole body.
The idea is indeed to apply moisturizing ingredients on moist skinto. Immediately after the shower, with the skin still slightly wet, just massage a lotion or cream and let it dry. This beauty secret it will guarantee a healthier and brighter appearance, avoiding the typical dryness of the change of season and also preparing the skin for the sun.
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