We all agree on the fact that drinking water daily is important for overall good health because water aids in circulation, digestion, absorption and even aids in flushing toxins.
But what about drinking LARGE amounts of water for enhanced skin health? Claims have been made that drinking water gives you a radiant, healthy, supple complexion, while others say it has no effect on skin’s appearance.
Which is true?
The fact is that skin is an organ, and just like any other part of the body. your skin is made up of cells. Skin cells, like other cells in the body, are made up of 98% water. Without water, the organs will certainly not function properly or at their best. -Marie Bertrand
If your skin is not getting enough water, the lack of hydration will present itself by turning your skin dry, dull, tight and flaky. Dry skin has less resilience and is more prone to wrinkles.
As water is lost in large quantities every day and you need to find ways to replenish it. You should definitely aim to drink a minimum of 2L (eight glasses) of water daily. But it’s also important to APPLY water to our skin and KEEP IT there (through the use of proper moisturizing products) – this will not only show a visible difference in hydration and radiance but it can prevent wrinkles too.
So what is the best way to naturally enhance skin hydration?
- Apply a hydrating moisturizer within 3 minutes of stepping out of the bath or shower. The skin is still damp and products that are applied following a bath or shower will be better absorbed.
- Apply a product containing hyaluronic acid prior to your day and night moisturizers, such as SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Gel. Hyaluronic acid holds 1,000 times its own weight in water, thus attracting water to the skin and holding it there. This product is a favorite as it bring pure, oil-free hydration without the heaviness of creams.
- Drink more water. Drinking AT LEAST 8 glasses a day will help rid the body (and skin) of toxins. Many people often report that by increasing their water intake, their skin has a more radiant glow. Those who suffer from acne have reported the same results. Nothing will happen overnight, but even a good couple of weeks of increasing water intake should be enough for you to see how hydration affects your own skin.
- Invest in a good humidifer for your home and use it consistently during the drier winter months. Keeping skin hydrated should be from the inside out and the outside in. If the level of humidity in the air is higher than normal, the skin will experience less TEWL (aka transepidermal water loss).
- Get regular hydrating facials. Professional facials are an excellent way of taking your skin to the next hydration level with a more in-depth cleansing, exfoliation and hydration that will ensure increased hydration for a few weeks.
- Be diligent at using hydrating masques. Our favorites include IMAGE VitalC Hydrating Enzyme Masque and Vivier Ultra Hydrating Masque, used twice a week for 20 minutes.
For more information and to analyze & improve your skin’s hydration levels, consult your SkinScience experts and book your Hydrating Rush Cellular Treatment (our latest facial treatment for deep, long lasting hydration)!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
In healthy skin,
Marie
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