Skin hydration is very important for women. If the skin lacks water, it will lead to dry and peeling skin, and even directly lead to a series of skin problems such as abnormal skin metabolism, aging, wrinkles and pigmentation, which look very uncomfortable. How to hydrate the skin for beautiful skin?
How to hydrate the skin?
Know the “source of water” for hydration
When the water content in the skin is kept at 15% to 20%, the skin surface is smooth and delicate, just like the skin of a baby; and when the water content in the skin is less than 10% due to various reasons, the first appearance of the skin is Dry and tense, there will be fine desquamation on the surface, and then fine wrinkles will form. The skin that has been dehydrated for a long time will also be dry and cracked and very prone to allergies, so it is necessary to drink plenty of water.
Generally, you need to consume 2 to 3 liters of water per day, and it is reasonable to drink it 4 to 5 times, especially drinking a small cup of boiled water in the morning, which can replenish the water consumed overnight, reduce blood concentration, and promote blood circulation. If possible, drink mineral water, lemonade, etc. Mineral water contains calcium, magnesium, nitrate, other minerals, and carbon dioxide, which can make the skin delicate and ruddy. Lemons are rich in vitamin C, which is very effective in maintaining skin tension and elasticity. Drinking chrysanthemum tea, Qishui tea, lotus leaf tea, other Chinese herbal teas, green tea, Pu’er tea, Longjing tea, etc. also has the effect of replenishing water. These drinks can speed up the circulation of body fluids and make the skin clean and moist.
Hydration is not the same as moisturizing
Hydration and moisturizing are two different concepts in beauty. Moisturizing is to prevent the loss of water on the surface of the skin and forms a moisturizing film on the outside, while hydrating is to transport water to the skin cells. When caring for the skin, it is usually hydrating first and then moisturizing. First, use the hydrating essence to fully hydrate the skin. Deep nourishment, and then choose to use moisturizing lotion (medium oily skin) or cream (dry skin) according to the nature of your skin to consolidate and form a skin protective film, input nutrition, and lock moisture. Especially for oily skin, although it is always shiny at ordinary times, under the attack of sand, dust, and wind, the skin will also be dry and peeling. At this time, you should use more oil-removing firming water, which can shrink pores, replenish moisture to the skin, and inhibit oil secretion.
The first sign of skin aging starts from “lack of water”. If you know that the water content of a baby’s skin is twice that of an old man, you will definitely pay attention to moisturizing the skin.
There is also a way to replenish water
Drinking water is the easiest way to hydrate the skin, but many people ignore it, so there are a few small ways to do it:
- Use a large cup to drink water. Use a water cup of about 400cc to fill the water, and always remind yourself to drink 4 cups a day.
- Take a glass of water with you, put a large water glass on the table during the day when you go to work, and don’t forget to stop and drink water every time you pass the water dispenser. At home, don’t forget to put a bottle of water on the coffee table and bedside, and pick it up to drink when you have nothing to do.
- Carry it with you, put a bottle of water in your bag or in the car at any time, and drink a few sips even if you are not thirsty.
Some people say that in order to maintain sufficient water, it is best to think of drinking water as breathing, because when the body lacks water, you will not feel thirsty immediately, and the body will first “borrow water” from the peripheral organs, the most important being the skin. You only feel thirsty when there is no water in your skin to borrow. So, when you feel thirsty, your skin is already “drought”.
Best Moment for Hydration
Drink water evenly during the day and night, 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 in the morning on an empty stomach, drink 450 ml of water at a slow speed in small sips, do some simple exercises after drinking, and do not sit quietly; around ten o’clock in the morning, drinking water can replenish the water lost during work; Around midnight, you can drink water during afternoon tea time; before going to bed, the blood concentration will increase during sleep, and drinking water can dilute the blood.
The above is an introduction to how to moisturize the skin, everyone understands it. In fact, the focus of hydration is nighttime hydration. Due to the greater impact of the external environment during the day, sensitive skin can choose to focus on evening maintenance, and use skin care products suitable for sensitive skin, such as natural material masks are more suitable for sensitive skin.