Staying hydrated is one of the simplest ways to support healthy, glowing skin. Since the skin is made up of about 64% water, the amount you drink each day directly affects how your skin looks and feels. Proper hydration helps your skin stay plump, smooth, and vibrant while supporting overall wellness.†
How Water Affects Your Skin
Drinking enough water helps your skin maintain elasticity and moisture, which can prevent dryness, flakiness, and irritation. Proper hydration also supports your body’s natural detoxification processes, allowing your skin to look its best.
Additionally, adequate water intake can help regulate oil production. Too much surface oil can clog pores, which may contribute to blemishes and breakouts. Drinking water consistently may help your skin maintain balance and clarity.†
How Much Water Should You Drink Daily?
The recommended daily water intake can vary depending on your activity level, body weight, and lifestyle. Common guidelines include:
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Eight to ten 8-ounce glasses per day
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Weight-based method: Divide your weight in half to determine the ounces of water you need daily
Remember, hydration is most effective when water is consumed throughout the day, rather than all at once. Overhydration can also disrupt electrolyte balance, so it’s important to listen to your body’s cues and drink when you feel thirsty.
Hydrate, Then Moisturize
Drinking water alone isn’t enough to maintain healthy skin. Pair hydration with a consistent skincare routine:
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Apply moisturizers and hydrating products right after bathing
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Use products designed to lock in moisture and support your skin’s natural barrier
This combination helps your skin retain water and promotes a soft, radiant complexion.†
Other Benefits of Staying Hydrated
Beyond supporting your skin, proper hydration offers several health benefits:†
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Assists with nutrient transport and temperature regulation
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Supports appetite control and weight management
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Helps prevent headaches related to dehydration
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Reduces the risk of kidney stones
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Promotes healthy bowel regularity
Drinking enough water is an easy, effective step toward better skin and overall health.
†IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
The information in this blog is provided for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for consultation with a doctor or qualified healthcare professional. Consultation with a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner is strongly advised, before starting any regimen of supplementation, a change in diet or any exercise routine. Individuals who engage in supplementation to promote health, address conditions or support any structure or function of the body assume all risks. Women who are pregnant, especially, should seek the advice of a medical doctor before taking any dietary supplement and before starting any change in diet or lifestyle. Descriptions of herbs, vitamins, nutrients or any ingredients are not recommendations to take our products or those of any other company. We are not doctors or primary-source science researchers. Instead, we defer to the findings of scientific experts who conduct studies, as well as those who compile and publish scientific literature on the potential health benefits of nutrients, herbs, spices, vitamins or minerals. We cannot guarantee that any individual will experience any of the health benefits associated with the nutrients described. Natural Organics will not be held liable for any injuries, damages, hindrances or negative effects resulting from any reliance on the information presented, nor will Natural Organics be held accountable for any inaccuracy, miscalculation or error in the scientific literature upon which the information provided is based.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
