HOUSTON – If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately, you might have come across the term “skin flooding”—a popular skincare trend inspired by Korean beauty routines.

KEEP IT SIMPLE: Here’s what dermatologists are saying about your skin care routine

Dermatologist Natalie Hone from The Skin People in Bellaire dishes the scoop.

What Is Skin Flooding?

“Skin flooding” is all about layering your skincare products to hydrate your skin deeply. According to Dr. Hone, this technique isn’t new but has recently become trendy.

“The premise is actually great,” she says. “You want to use more than one layer to adequately hydrate your skin.”

The idea is to start with a slightly moist base so your skin can absorb moisturizers and treatments better.

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