Hydration is an essential element of any skincare routine, but it becomes particularly important during colder seasons when the weather tends to be more dry. As the mercury rises and the air becomes drier, our skin tends to lose moisture more quickly. This can cause a whole host of problems, including dryness, flakiness, irritation, and premature aging.

Here we explore the importance of hydration in your skincare routine and some tips for keeping your skin looking and feeling its best. 

Why is hydration important?

Hydration helps to maintain the skin's moisture barrier, which is a layer of protective oils and fats that keeps moisture in and harmful bacteria and pollutants out. When this barrier is compromised, the skin can become dry, irritated, and more susceptible to damage from the environment. 

Proper hydration helps to restore and maintain this barrier, keeping the skin healthy and glowing. Reach for our Reviver Hydrating Mist to keep skin hydrated, calm and radiant. Our high-science, prebiotic formula provides instant and long-lasting hydration, while replenishing your skin's microbiome and strengthening its important protective barrier.

In addition to maintaining the skin's moisture barrier, hydration also helps to improve the skin's overall texture and appearance. When the skin is properly hydrated, it appears plumper and more radiant, with fewer fine lines and wrinkles. Hydration also helps to improve the skin's elasticity, which is important for maintaining a youthful and healthy appearance. 

Tips for hydrating your skin

Drink plenty of water

Drinking water is one of the simplest and most effective ways to hydrate your skin from the inside out. As a general goal, aim to drink at least eight glasses of water a day and more if you've upped your fitness in these warmer days. Looking for an extra boost? Add a slice of lemon or cucumber for some added vitamins and flavour.

Use a hydrating cleanser

Cleansing is an important part of any skincare routine, but some cleansers can strip the skin of its natural oils and moisture, leaving skin dry and compromised. Look for a gentle, hydrating cleanser that will help to soothe and hydrate the skin while also removing dirt and impurities, like our Balancer Cream Cleanser, free from irritating essential oils and fragrance.

Incorporate a hydrating facial oil

Look for a natural facial oil that contains high concentrations of restorative ingredients, making them an effective way to deliver nourishment deep into the skin, helping to support a strong skin barrier. Reach for our Hero Facial Oil, formulated with cold-pressed plant oils that deliver vital nutrients and an instant glow.

Use a hydrating mask

Hydrating masks help to lock in moisture and protect the skin from environmental damage. Look for a gel mask like our Saviour Moisture Mask that contains hyaluronic acid, which is a powerful hydrating ingredient that can hold up to 1000 times its weight in water, and include in your skincare routine 2-3 times a week.

Invest in a hydrating facial mist

Facial mists are a refreshing and hydrating way to give your skin a boost throughout the day, including over make-up and after a workout. Look for a hydrating mist that contains soothing and hydrating ingredients like aloe vera and the innovative prebiotic inulin, found in our Reviver Hydrating Mist. 

Limit hot showers 

While hot showers may feel relaxing and lend an instant "ahh", they can actually be quite drying to the skin. Try to limit your showers to no more than 10 minutes, and use lukewarm water instead of hot. Your skin will thank you for it.

As the weather cools down, you can step into winter with the piece of mind that you can avoid dehydrated skin by following these top tips, including using a facial mist, hydrating cleansers and limiting hot showers. Have a top tip you'd like to share with us? Let us know on Instagram @bysarahlondon. 

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