5 reasons to keep your skin hydrated
We’re often reminded that we need to aim to drink 8 cups of water a day to keep our bodies adequately hydrated. Over half of our body is made up of water and it is therefore essential to stay hydrated so that our body functions the way it should.
We lose a large amount of water each day, this can be simply from sitting in your air-conditioning or heating, physical activity or being out in the elements such as the sun and wind - and we need to replenish it.
In this blog, we will discuss why you should be keeping your skin hydrated.
Get Plump and Bouncy Skin
Water is essential for all our organs, and the skin being the largest one is no exception with water making up 64% of it. Water is transferred from one cell to another through small channels called Aquaporins which is essentially the skin’s own internal plumbing and plumping system for cells. So, top up your hydration to maintain sufficient water levels within the skin. Hydrated skin equals plumper, bouncier skin.
Experience Smoother, Clearer Skin.
Perfectly hydrated skin never needs to be exfoliated. How? Well, water within the skin is responsible for activating an enzyme that dissolves little rod like structures, called Desmosomes. These structures hold dead skin cells together, and if not broken can lead to rough flaky skin and blocked pores.
Feel and Look Fresh and Glowing.
When hydrated, the skin will take on a more radiant looking glow, as water aids the removal of toxins and waste from our bodies. Without enough water, these toxins lay dormant within the lymphatic system and will flush into the skin resulting in dullness, irritation and redness.
Reduce Oil and Acne.
The skin is super smart and will do everything within its power to self-regulate. So, when dehydrated, it will produce more oil in an attempt to protect itself from water evaporation. This results in an overactive oil supply. The more water in the skin means more balance in your skin’s natural oil production.
Water Can Help Keep You Younger Looking.
Collagen and elastin are responsible for allowing the skin to bounce back into shape. Collagen contains water, so hydration is essential to support this function. If you are dehydrated your skin will lose elasticity and its youthfulness. Maintaining water in the body will ensure your collagen is working as it should.
Increasing your water intake will certainly help hydrate your skin from the inside out, however externally looking after your skin will also increase the skin’s ability to hold onto water even longer and reduce water evaporation.
So let's keep hydrated inside and out for bouncy, glowing, clear and youthful skin.
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