The unconventional new 'morning shed' trend sees beauty gurus covering their faces in essential oils, 'anti-wrinkle' patches and even 'chin straps' in an effort to look more youthful - and it's got experts talking Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters It's no secret that hundreds of beauty tips flood TikTok on a daily basis - from olive oil facials to Kardashian-inspired breast milk beverages. And now, one bizarre new trend is taking the internet by storm. It sees beauty gurus plastering their faces with essential oils, 'anti-wrinkle' patches and 'chin straps' in an effort to look more youthful.
Dubbed as the 'morning shed', you may assume this popularised routine even sees advocates shedding their skin. But it's actually nothing of the sort. Instead, it refers to the process of falling asleep with the face completely taped up and blanketed in these products, before removing them from the face on waking up each morning.
Some users suggest that going to bed 'ugly' will actually make you 'prettier' in the long run. However, Dr Leah Totton, winner of The Apprentice season nine and founder of Dr Leah Cosmetic Skin Clinics , remains sceptical. Although many of these products have temporary benefits, she believes the trend is largely based on myths.
She said: "I am a huge advocate of self-care and pri.