Mini-Ep 130: Cut Yourself Some Slack

Skincare Tips

Kate Spencer and Doree Shafrir dive into listener recommendations for thick face creams, highlighting popular choices like Vana Cream and Cerave. Kate shares her personal experience with slugging, a skincare technique involving applying a thick occlusive like Vaseline over skincare products to lock in moisture. She notes, "I've read about slugging before, and I have tried it with Vaseline and actually last night because of this lovely message I did slug with some aquaphor and my dry skin spots and you know my skin's feeling pretty good" 1. The duo also discusses the benefits of using products like First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream and Nivea in the tin for intense hydration 2.

   

Skincare Banter

In a light-hearted exchange, Kate and Doree reflect on the overwhelming number of skincare suggestions they received, with Vana Cream being a top contender. Kate humorously recounts a listener's message about La Mer, a luxury cream with a personal connection to her late mother. She shares, "I have a bit of an emotional connection to it because it reminds me of my mother, who passed away 13-14 years ago, who used it late in her life" 3. Despite its high price, Kate appreciates its sentimental value and fragrance, though she acknowledges its controversial reputation in the skincare community 4.