Skin Flooding & Slugging - Pro Tips in Skin Care

Skin flooding and slugging are two popular skincare techniques that help deeply hydrate and repair the skin barrier. Skin flooding involves layering hydrating products like toners, essences, and serums onto freshly cleansed, damp skin to "flood" it with moisture. The goal is to saturate the skin with humectants like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, or aloe before sealing it in with a moisturizer. Slugging, on the other hand, is a technique where you apply an occlusive layer (often petroleum-based) as the final step in your nighttime routine to lock in moisture and protect the skin barrier. While both methods target dryness, dehydration, and irritation, they work best when combined. We created Olea’s Solid Serum as an incredible alternative to petroleum-based products as we do not want them on our skin.  Learn more from Dermstore and Cleveland Clinic.

Why Olea’s Solid Serum Works Beautifully for Both
Olea’s Solid Serum is uniquely suited for both skin flooding and slugging because of its rich, multi-functional blend of ingredients. Packed with organic castor oil, black seed oil, vitamin E, and beeswax, it offers both deep hydration and a breathable occlusive layer. After flooding your skin with water-based hydration, a small amount of Olea pressed gently into the skin helps seal in moisture without clogging pores or feeling greasy. As a slugging step, it offers the same benefits as petroleum-based products but with botanically active, skin-loving ingredients. Whether your skin is dry, irritated, or just needs extra glow, Olea enhances both techniques with simplicity and elegance.