Shhh…we won’t tell your bestie, but word on the street is that hydration is your #1 pal! Or at least, it is for your skin. That’s right; put a glass of water on speed dial because dermatological experts believe that many skin problems can be solved by consistent hydration.
Your skin is 64% water. How hydrated you are has been scientifically proven to affect the density and thickness of your skin. If you want plump, elastic skin or if you are trying to avoid wrinkles, hydration is key. But it’s not just about drinking that H2O; it’s also about making sure you are applying the right skincare products. If you want to feel beautiful in your skin, then it helps to know that you are doing all you can to properly care for it. Read on for some of our top tips to keep that skin hydrated!
How to Drink More Water
- Set an alarm. Use your phone or watch to set an alarm reminding you to drink every half hour. Because you will likely be on the move throughout the day, make sure to bring a water bottle with you wherever you go. Consistently sipping throughout the day will more effectively hydrate you than chugging water in one go.
- Add electrolytes. While sports drinks can be loaded with sugar, there are many electrolyte tablets and powders that are healthier and can make staying hydrated more appealing.
- Eat your water. Yes, you read that right. Consuming fruits and vegetables rich in water, such as watermelon, cucumber, tomatoes, and zucchini, can help up your water intake throughout the day. You can even blend them into juices or smoothies for variation.
Focusing on Hydration in Skincare
- Use a serum. Serums provide your skin with concentrated forms of active ingredients. Applied after cleansing, but before moisturizing, they often target issues such as wrinkles, discoloration, and blemishes—each of which has been linked to skin hydration. Herbacin’s Anti-Age Serum is a great place to start if you are looking for a new serum. Its hyaluronic acid fights environmental toxins and free radicals, while its carnosine strengthens cell membranes and its extract of white lupine hydrates your skin.
- Avoid hot water. This goes for when you shower, wash your face, or scrub dishes. Hot water can inflame the skin and strip it of its natural oils, fats, and proteins, leading to dryness. However, this doesn’t give you a free pass to let those dirty dishes sit in the sink! Wearing gloves while washing up is a simple and effective solution.
- Seal moisture in with emollients. Commonly known as “moisturizers,” emollients can help reduce fluid loss in the outermost layer of skin. Creams and ointments are especially effective, more so than lotions. Try a product like Herbacin Skin Solutions Daily Skin Moisturizer for up to 24 hours of moisturization. Free from parabens and mineral oil, with no artificial coloring, it is suitable for all skin types.
By now, you know that hydration is your skin’s best friend, and you also know how to keep the two in a happy relationship. Whether it is winter or it is summer, make sure to keep these tips in mind for healthy skin!