You may have heard that drinking a lot of water can improve your skin. Is this true or false? We’ll dig into this common claim, so you can discover the secret to beautiful, radiant skin. Is it water, cosmetic treatments, or a little bit of both?
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What Is Skin Made Of?
Skin, like the rest of your body, is made up of cells, tiny structural units that are the building blocks for the body. Cells contain many important biological pieces, along with a surprising amount of water. In fact, they say that the body is between 50-80% water, depending on the stage of life you’re in and your gender.
Without water, your body and your cells won’t function properly. This includes skin cells. The standard recommendation for water intake each day is eight, 8-ounce glasses of water. The actual water needs of your body can vary, based on activity levels, size, and outdoor temperature.
Does Drinking More Water Improve the Skin?
Does water provide skin benefits? One study found that increasing water consumption led to significant increases in skin thickness in patients that had previously consumed little water. There is also a link between proper hydration and wound healing, indicating a potential connection between water and the skin’s ability to regenerate. More research is needed to understand our skin’s unique relationship with water.
The jury is still out on whether drinking more water will provide skin-positive benefits. However, we do know that water is essential for the health of your body and cells, and your skin contains a lot of water. If you’re lacking on hydration, try to up your water intake and see if it translates to better skin. Don’t overdo it. It is possible to have too much of a good thing.
Other Options for Improving the Skin
Don’t limit your skin improvements to hydration alone. Drinking more water may offer positive skin benefits, but for more dramatic results, try a skincare treatment in our offices. We offer many non-surgical options for enhancing the skin including:
- BOTOX®- This treatment can smooth out dynamic wrinkles, including crow’s feet and frown lines. The procedure takes 10-15 minutes and results last for several months. BOTOX® is a top skin treatment in our offices and around the country.
- Dermal Fillers- Dermal fillers restore youthful volume to the skin. Many of the hyaluronic acid fillers we use also increase skin hydration, plumping it up and helping it feel smooth and supple. Filler treatments take less than 30 minutes with no downtime after treatment.
- RF Skin Tightening- Treat skin laxity and sagging on the face with an RF skin tightening After a series of 4-5 treatments, our patients report tighter skin and few wrinkles. This treatment can also be performed on the body.
For beautiful skin, drink up and come see us. By combining good hydration practices with our in-office treatments, you can give your skin everything it needs to look its best. Call today and schedule your non-surgical skin treatments at STC Plastic Surgery in Ontario, CA.