Skin flooding is changing the way we take care of our skin today by focusing on a simple but effective idea: putting layers of hydrating products on damp skin, starting with the thinnest and working up to the thickest, to keep moisture in before it evaporates. This method is different from traditional ones that use only one moisturizer on dry skin. It keeps water in the skin and makes the skin barrier stronger, which keeps the skin hydrated and glowing for a long time. Get more information about moisturizing skincare What is skin flooding and how does it work? Skin flooding takes advantage of the skin's natural capacity to soak up water when it is a little wet. The skin keeps tiny amounts of moisture after washing. Applying products with a lot of humectants, like hydrating toners, essences, or serums, right away pulls this water into the outer layers of the skin. Lotions and creams, for example, produce an occlusive seal that stops transepidermal water los...