By Kayla Harvey
Slugging is a K-Beauty trend that has gained massive popularity on social media and in the beauty and skincare industries. The term refers to layering on moisturizing skin care and locking it in, usually with a petroleum based product. But can slugging work with CBD products? Absolutely! “Slugging is a great skincare technique in the wintertime for those with dry or sensitive skin,” says Shari Marchbein, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and clinical assistant professor of dermatology at NYU School of Medicine. Moisturizing products like CBD tincture hydrate and reduce inflammation in the skin while occlusive products like a coconut oil based CBD butter lock in moisture and support the anti-inflammatory effects of the tincture. We break down the process with some products from a small, woman-owned cannabis business here so you can give it a try this winter.
The Products
The Process
First, cleanse skin well. Since occlusives like the CBD butter will lock everything underneath it into the skin it is important to make sure dirt and other impurities are removed before layering on skincare products.
Next, apply any routine skincare treatments and serums. Follow up with Mountain Mama 1500 mg CBD tincture which will moisturize and help reduce any inflammation or redness of the skin.
Finally, the actual “slugging” with Mountain Mama Hemp Body Butter + 1000 mg CBD. Apply evenly and liberally to the face and neck and leave overnight similar to a sleeping mask.
