How much water to drink every day is good for your skin

It is said that women are made of water, so you can imagine the importance of hydration. Drinking more water every day can not only shrink pores, but also replenish moisture to the skin, inhibit oil secretion, promote body metabolism, and excrete some body waste, thereby making the body healthier. So how much water should you drink every day to be good for your skin? Next I will give you a more detailed introduction. If you need it, please read the content.

When the water content in the skin remains at 15% to 20%, the skin surface is smooth and delicate, like a baby's skin; when the water content in the skin is less than 10% due to various reasons, the skin will first feel dry and tight, with fine desquamation on the surface, and then fine wrinkles will form. Skin that is dehydrated for a long time will become dry and cracked and very prone to allergies. Therefore, it is necessary to drink more water.

Generally, you need to consume 2 to 3 liters of water every day, which should be consumed in 4 to 5 times. Especially drinking a small cup of boiled water in the morning can replenish the water consumed overnight, reduce blood concentration and promote blood circulation. If conditions permit, you can drink mineral water, lemonade, etc. Mineral water contains calcium, magnesium, nitrate and other minerals as well as carbon dioxide, which can make the skin delicate and rosy. Lemon is rich in vitamin C, which is very effective in maintaining skin tension and elasticity. Regularly drinking herbal teas such as chrysanthemum tea, wolfberry tea, lotus leaf tea, green tea, Pu'er tea, Longjing tea, etc., can also have the effect of replenishing water. These drinks can speed up the circulation of body fluids and leave the skin clean and moisturized.

Hydration is not the same as moisturizing

Hydration and moisturizing are two different concepts in beauty. Moisturizing is to prevent the loss of moisture from the skin surface and form a moisturizing film on its outside. And hydration is the transport of water into skin cells. When caring for the skin, it is usually hydrating first and then moisturizing. First use hydrating essence to fully hydrate the skin and deeply nourish it, and then choose to use moisturizing lotion (normal oily skin) or cream (dry skin) according to the nature of your skin to consolidate the formation of skin protective film, input nutrients and lock in moisture. Especially for oily skin, although it is usually shiny, the skin will also become dry and flaky under the invasion of sandstorms and strong winds. At this time, you should use more oil-removing and astringent toner, which can not only shrink pores, but also replenish moisture to the skin and inhibit oil secretion.

The first sign of skin aging starts with "lack of water". If you knew that the water content of baby skin is twice that of the elderly, you will definitely pay attention to moisturizing your skin!

There are also ways to replenish water

Drinking water is the easiest way to replenish moisture for the skin, but many people ignore it. So here are a few small steps:

1. Drink water from a large cup. Use a 400cc cup of water and remind yourself to drink 4 cups a day.

2. A glass of water at hand. Put a large water cup on your desk at work during the day, and don’t forget to stop and drink a sip of water every time you pass by the water dispenser. Don’t forget to put a bottle of water on the coffee table or bedside at home, so you can pick it up and drink some water when you have nothing to do.

3. Carry it with you. Always keep a bottle of water in your bag or car and take a sip even if you are not thirsty.

Some say that in order to stay hydrated, it's best to think of drinking water as breathing, because when your body is dehydrated, you won't feel thirsty right away, your body will first "borrow water" from peripheral organs, the most important of which is the skin. You only feel thirsty when there is no water left in your skin. So, when you feel thirsty, your skin is already "dry".

Best time to hydrate

You should drink water evenly during the day and night, and do not drink 4 large glasses of water continuously within 1 hour. The best time to drink water every day is after getting up in the morning. You must drink water because about 200 ml of water evaporates from the skin during sleep. It is best to drink water on an empty stomach in the morning, and drink 450 ml of water slowly in small sips. After drinking, do some simple exercises, and do not sit still. Around ten o'clock in the morning, drinking water can replenish the water lost while working. Around three o'clock in the afternoon, you can drink water during afternoon tea. Also, before going to bed, the blood concentration will increase during sleep, and drinking water can dilute the blood.