On average, an adult’s body is made up of 60% water… Lack of water can cause dry skin, increased sweat production and cravings for sugary foods which have knock on effects on our skin’s appearance.
Drinking at least 2 litres of water a day helps to flush out toxins in the body, which in turn increases the blood flow to your skin giving you a more flushed and radiant appearance - who doesn’t want that?
When your skin is adequately hydrated it improves the skin’s own elasticity, which is key for youthful skin as the more hydrated your skin appears the less visible wrinkles are.
Ensuring your skin stays hydrated by using a decent moisturiser is vital. Glamour magazine recently shared their advice on the best moisturisers for all skin types and budgets, from a £13 CeraVe lotion from Boots, right up to the uber-posh, Sisley at £146.00. Deciding which one is the right one for you will be easier if you know your skin type, leading us to our next key point…