Dull skin, dry skin, dark circles, general lack lustre this is the majority of skin concerns that I am hearing about now What can you do to fix this? Whilst there is no overnight quick fix Here is a suggestion:
STAY HYDRATED
Really? Is that it?!! Yes! Read on........ Not drinking enough water, consuming high levels of salt, and/or alcohol
can drain your skin's water content and result in a less radiant appearance & can even cause more pronounced lines & wrinkles
Also without adequate hydration your skin does not shed its outer layer frequently enough & dead cells [ the cornflakes !] will accumulate on the surface. This contributes to congested pores, lack of radiance & persistent tightness And if that's not enough , your skin, when dehydrated is unable to
properly defend itself from environmental stressors causing inflammation & irritation.
So reach for that water bottle...ALOT!
Other Hydration tips:
Twice a day , after cleansing remember to apply a hydrating product to boost hydration and reduce feeling of tightness
Protect yourself if you are going to be exposed to intense cold, or UV rays
if swimming , hydrate after to limit the drying effect caused by chlorine
Aim to drink at least 1.5 to 2 litres of water a day
20-30% of this can come from fruit & vegetables so they can make a significant contribution to our overall fluid intake.
Other factors that cause dehydration:
environmental factors; pollution, UV rays, extreme temperatures
Emotional factors: stress, or fatigue
Gut health; poor diet & nutrition
Lifestyle factors; Tobacco, alcohol, caffeine
Sometimes the most simple tweaks can make a huge difference!
