The Ultimate Guide To A “Morning Shed” Routine

Chances are, you’ve probably encountered the “morning shed” TikTok trend. For the uninitiated – don’t worry. The trend doesn’t call for any actual shedding or peeling. “Morning shed” alludes to the process of removing the beauty products one slept in the night before. What makes the morning shed different from a regular nighttime skincare routine? Well, for starters, they usually consist of an elaborate slate of products. Overnight collagen masks, under-eye patches, eye masks, mouth guards, lip masks, mouth tapes, hair wraps, heatless curlers — all of these products are worn simultaneously overnight, and in the morning, they are peeled off. The goal is that you’ll be left with glowy, dewy skin and bouncy hair.

The thing, though, is that overloading your skin with so many tools and treatments isn’t necessarily or especially useful. Yes, your skin needs time, care, and attention; but layering on countless products can clog pores, trigger irritation, or disrupt your skin’s barrier. That doesn’t mean you have to ignore the trend completely — some products used in viral “morning shed” videos do actually provide skin-boosting benefits.

But where to start? Ahead, we compiled a list of hydrating treatments and products that are designed for overnight use and don’t overload your skin, giving an entirely new meaning to ‘beauty sleep.’