{"id":31879,"date":"2022-09-23T18:58:15","date_gmt":"2022-09-23T18:58:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/?p=31879"},"modified":"2022-12-20T19:57:34","modified_gmt":"2022-12-20T19:57:34","slug":"skin-cycling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/skin-cycling\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Do Skin Cycling, TikTok’s Dermatologist-Approved Skincare Trend"},"content":{"rendered":"

What is skin cycling<\/em>? Dermatologists break down everything to know about the popular skincare practice\u2014including the benefits and the drawbacks.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

It seems like there\u2019s a new beauty trend going viral<\/a> on the internet every day. And while most are debunked by dermatologists (think: using at-home filler pens, applying raw lemon juice to your skin, and putting toothpaste on pimples), one trend has earned the approval of many skin professionals. It\u2019s called skin cycling, and it\u2019s captured the attention of skincare gurus and beginners alike.<\/p>\n\n\n

The practice involves a simple, easy-to-follow routine that encourages people to use active skincare ingredients<\/a> carefully and sparingly over an extended period<\/a> of time versus all at once. This is a large departure from the advice to load up on active skincare ingredients and exfoliate, exfoliate, exfoliate<\/a> (we\u2019re cringing just thinking about it, TBH).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n

Skin cycling is a gentler approach that can work for nearly anyone. So what is skin cycling exactly and how can you use skin cycling in your routine? We spoke to dermatologists to get their honest thoughts on the trend and how to do it. Here\u2019s what they had to say.<\/p>\n\n\n

What Is Skin Cycling?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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So what even *is* skin cycling? \u201cSkin cycling refers to rotating different products each night to prevent irritation that can occur with too many active ingredients and gives the skin an opportunity to recover,\u201d explains Marisa Garshick<\/a>, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York. \u201cIt works to prevent over-exfoliation by switching out products in your skin-care routine and giving the skin a chance to recover.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n

The problem with overdoing your skincare is that you risk damaging your skin barrier<\/a> (the outermost layer of your skin), which can lead to dryness, redness, irritation, and breakouts.<\/p>\n\n\n

The term skin cycling was originally coined by dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe on TikTok<\/a>. Bowe recommended a four-day skincare routine to help people use their skincare products safely and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Skin Cycling Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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So, what exactly is the skin cycling routine? Here\u2019s the breakdown from Dr. Bowe\u2019s video. First, you should start by washing your face every night with a gentle cleanser. After that, follow this guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n