Every summer Britons are inundated with reminders that dehydration is dangerous - but how much water is too much for the skin?
Dehydration is widely known as being of the greatest beauty vices, but the path to healthy hydration has not always been delineated clearly. Though health professionals wax lyrical about the benefits of drinking water, drinking more may not necessarily be the best answer to healthy hydration.
There are several ways to hydrate, and while water is an obvious source, it is just as important as incorporating water-rich foods into the diet. Choosing the right type of water, or even adding certain fruits to your glass, could help speed up the hydration process, explained Dr Mani Kukjera.
The expert told Express.co.uk: "When it comes to looks, beauty, and anti-aging hacks, I'm a firm believer that it starts from the inside out.
"For me, it's simple; your health shows on your face. If you take care of yourself - by eating the healthiest foods possible, drinking a ton of water, and moving your body every day it shows.
"You look good, you feel good, you're comfortable and confident in your own skin."
Drinking more water as a way to increase hydration is ill-advised as it may cause imbalances that are essential to skin cells, explained Dr. Kukjera.
According to the beauty expert, there is an optimal amount to keep every person should drink to keep their body refreshed and maintain the skin's elasticity.
"Drink eight to 10 glasses of water a day, but not more than that, as too much could lead to the loss of some essential minerals," said noted.
One of the first balances to go out of whack due to overhydration is electrolyte levels, which it critical for helping strengthen the skin barrier.
According to medical websites like Mayo Clinic, alkaline water can help prevent diseases by neutralizing the acid in the bloodstream - though more research is needed to confirm this.
"If possible, drink alkaline water or add fresh lemon, as that helps your system detox and will hydrate you quicker," added the expert.
Additional ways to hydrate the skin include consuming water through water-rich foods, as it increases moisture delivered to skin cells.
The trick is to opt for foods with an array of hydrating compounds like the fatty acids abundant in nuts, fish, and plant oils.
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