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Skincare trends in the Gen Z-dominated app, TikTok, show no signs of slowing down this year with a whopping 164% spike in audience engagements according to statistics published by Traackr. Among these new trends, one trend that stood out in the beauty category of TikTok is the reverse skincare trend. But the question is, does this skincare trend really help in creating plumper and more supple skin? Read through this article to discover interesting facts about the reverse skincare trend that everyone is hyping about on TikTok.

The Good: It helps in trapping moisture in the skin

Pioneered by Ava Lee or popularly known as @glowwithava on TikTok, this skincare trend revolves around the idea of switching the universally accepted order of skincare application from the thickest consistency to the thinnest layer. Reversing the entire skincare routine to moisturizer first before other subsequent products like toner and serum has gained notoriety on social media apps today. In fact, experts from the KMP Skin see how this trend took the platform by storm this year as applying moisturizer after cleansing really does help trap moisture and hydration in the skin. This can provide temporary nourishment to the skin to address tight and flaky skin, especially during winter seasons. Nonetheless, it still goes down to the formulation of the moisturizer that will keep the skin glowing and radiant.

The Bad: It slows down the absorption process

Applying heavy moisturizers and emollients to the skin can significantly stall or slow down the penetration of other skincare products. This prevents the epidermis from fully absorbing active ingredients--vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and glycolic acid--from the toner and serum. For this reason, the reverse skincare routine fails to get the TikTok seal of approval for many experts in the beauty and wellness industry. A tried-and-true alternative to this fad is to stick to the advised order of skincare application and opt for laser treatment to remove unwanted skin discoloration and restore a youthful complexion. While this skincare routine offers a temporary illusion of luminous-looking skin, laser resurfacing treatments can address the issues from within and stimulate the production of healthy skin layers.

Is It Worth A Try?

A quick answer to that question is no. While placing a moisturizer directly onto the skin may offer some visible benefits, finishing off the routine with toner can cause irritation to sensitive skin types. Various skin experts and cosmetic doctors have failed to see any long-term benefits of mushing layers of moisturizer before toner and serum aside from a temporary effect of light reflecting off the toner and serum.

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