Do you often find yourself feeling a little drained and tired? It can make you seem seriously dull and unenergetic – definitely something you don’t want.
The culprit may be a pesky, yet common issue called dehydration. Luckily, we know of a few hydration helpers that can help to boost hydration from the inside, and make you look and feel more radiant and energetic in return.
DRINK THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF H20
Every day we lose water from our bodies through breathing, perspiration, and other bodily functions – and in order for our bodies to function at their best, replacing that water is integral. The average healthy woman needs around nine cups (or 2.2 litres) of water per day. That may sound like a lot, but keeping a jug of water on your desk at work, or a drink bottle with you at all times is a great way to consume more water without even realising it.
FOCUS ON FOODS THAT HYDRATE
A brilliant way to hydrate from the inside is to consume foods that are high in water. While cucumber and watermelon are great options being mostly made up of water, it’s coconut water (especially from young coconuts) that is most rich in the vitamins, minerals and electrolytes that can help you replenish your moisture levels fast and effectively.
AVOID ‘DEHYDRATING’ FOODS
As it would go, some of our favourite drinks are actually the most dehydrating – coffee, alcohol and soft drinks being among the worst offenders. It’s important to consume them in moderation as excessive amounts of these drinks can cause an electrolyte imbalance and prevent your body from being able to absorb the water it needs to properly rehydrate. So just remember, when it comes to coffee, alcohol and soft drinks, moderation is key.
ENSURE YOUR SKIN DOESN’T SUFFER, TOO
Feeling dehydrated on the inside is bad enough, but no one wants to look dull and dehydrated, too. To complement your inner hydration efforts, it’s time to ditch the cleansers that make your skin feel dry and ‘tight’ and make the switch to a product that helps to replenish moisture levels, instead of depleting them. The NIVEA Daily Essentials range is formulated with Hydra IQ technology, which works to deeply hydrate from within. It does this by effectively transporting water from the deeper layers of your skin to the upper layers, ultimately resulting in optimal hydration that makes your skin look healthy and radiant.
So which products in the range should you be using? Well, if you have normal/combination skin, you need to stock up on the NIVEA Daily Essentials Refreshing Facial Wash Gel or the NIVEA Daily Essentials Deep Exfoliating Scrub to ensure moisture is being put back into your skin instead of being taken away. If you have dry/sensitive skin, you should be using NIVEA Daily Essentials Soothing Cleansing Mousse or NIVEA Daily Essentials Gentle Cleansing Cream Wash to ensure you can effectively cleanse your skin without causing irritation or stripping your skin of valuable moisture in the process.
What are your top tips for effectively hydrating your body from the inside, out?
