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A few years ago, slugging took over as the skincare trend, praised by dermatologists for its hydrating effects. Fast forward, and TikTok has introduced a fresh spin on slugging called face basting, which replaces petroleum jelly with butt paste.
“Skin basting involves applying a zinc-based cream overnight to hydrate and benefit from zinc's anti-inflammatory properties,” explained Dr. Brendan Camp, a dermatologist at MDCS Dermatology in New York. If you’re unfamiliar with butt paste, it’s a product frequently used on babies.
If you’re a fan of traditional slugging and want to try a more advanced approach, or simply curious about this new trend, check out the following range of zinc-oxide diaper creams, pastes, and ointments.
1. A medicated ointment enriched with oat extract
2. A paste containing 40% zinc oxide
3. A diaper rash cream with added oils
This 40% zinc oxide cream from Burt's Bees is entirely natural and made with responsibly sourced ingredients. Packed with nourishing oils like sweet almond, jojoba seed, and shea butter, it helps soothe skin and alleviate irritation, including symptoms of eczema. Available at Target for $8.99.
4. A diaper cream infused with soothing lanolin
5. A restorative Aquaphor diaper rash cream
Walmart
If you're an experienced skin care enthusiast, you may have used Aquaphor Healing Ointment as your go-to product for skin slathering. Now, you can explore their take on diaper cream, offering a unique three-in-one formula with a 15% zinc-oxide concentration. Additionally, this ointment is enriched with panthenol, a humectant that helps draw moisture into the skin and functions as a hydrating emollient.
Grab it at Walmart for $7.47.
