Moisturizing: essential for healthy skin

Do you have to drink water to have beautiful skin? What does water do? When should I drink and how much? Here are some answers to the questions you regularly ask us.

 

A BEAUTIFUL SKIN

 

An adult weighing 70 kilograms has just over 42 liters of water in the body (60% of our body mass): 28 liters inside the cells, around 10.5 liters in the space around the cells, and just under 3.5 liters (around 8% of the total amount of water) in the blood. 

 

The skin is one of our body's main water reservoirs.
It plays an essential role in maintaining our body's proper functioning. To perform its functions optimally, it needs to be properly nourished with water. The fact that skin is described as beautiful reflects the fact that it is properly supplied with water. The level of water contained in the skin defines its degree of hydration.

 

THE ROLE OF WATER IN OUR SKIN

 

Did you know that the epidermis, the skin's superficial layer, is like a sponge?

It soaks up water from the dermis, the layer just below. It's this hydration that keeps our epidermal cells nourished and full of vitality, thanks to essential elements like oxygen, glucose and fatty acids. But water doesn't just come from the inside, it can also arrive from the outside, for example when you wash or use moisturizing products.

 

Water plays a crucial role in the proper functioning of our skin. In fact, it's at the very heart of our skin's functions. Think of it as the fuel that powers our epidermis' engine.

 

And did you know that hydration and the keratinization process - the accumulation of keratin in our skin cells - go hand in hand? It's thanks to water that this process can take place properly. Keratin, the magical fibrous protein produced by our cells, is like the foundation of our skin. It gives the skin its structure, makes it waterproof and protects it from UV rays. In short, pamper your skin, moisturize it, and it will return the favor!

 

HYALURONIC ACID + WATER = BEAUTIFUL SKIN 

 

The water our skin contains is the best friend of hyaluronic acid, a large protein found in our dermis. Together, they form an unbeatable team! Think of hyaluronic acid as a water sensor in your skin, capable of retaining between 300 and 500 ml of water per gram.

And that's not all! Alongside this well-established water, there's also another strip of free water, ready to wander in and nourish our epidermis. It's as if our skin had its own irrigation system, isn't it fascinating?

 

If you use a hyaluronic acid-based cream on a daily basis, I suggest you use our AQUAPOP rehydration solution as a complement to get the full benefits. It contains the electrolytes, vitamins and minerals your body needs to optimize your hydration levels. As well as tasting great, it's sugar-free and calorie-free. It's perfect for everyday consumption, while keeping your figure and your skin beautiful. 

 

 

WARNING SIGNS OF SUFFERING SKIN

 

What is thirsty skin? It's skin that makes a face! Imagine it like a forgotten sponge in the desert: it's tight, lacks suppleness, in short, it's not happy at all. Skin dehydration is like an invitation to discomfort. Sometimes, it can even lead to peeling and the appearance of a crumpled old road map! And what's worse, it can even make you look older, with fine lines to boot.

 

Oh, and a little bonus info: men's skin is often even thirstier than women's. So we don't want to leave our skin thirsty. So we don't want to leave our skin thirsty, we pamper it with a good dose of moisturizer!

 

 

DRINK TO REPLENISH SKIN WATER

 

You see, for our skin to function properly and remain at its most beautiful, it needs water. And since it loses water throughout the day, it's up to us to replenish it by drinking enough. Without this daily dose, our skin can't play its natural barrier role and loses its softness. Well-hydrated skin is a sign that our bodies are well hydrated too.

 

Water is our best ally for beautiful skin! But when and how much should we drink? Well, an adult loses around 2 to 2.6 liters of water a day, mainly through urine and perspiration. This can vary according to the temperature, our level of activity, and even if we're ill. But to get an idea, it's generally said that we need around 30 ml of water per kg of body weight every day.

 

 

For example, if you weigh 70 kg, that's around 2.1 liters of water a day. But that doesn't mean you should only drink pure water! Foods such as fruit and vegetables also provide water.

 

Basically, the idea is to drink regularly throughout the day. And when it's hot or you're super active, you need to drink even more to compensate for what you lose. The trick is to stay well-balanced: what you give your body should be enough to compensate for what it loses. So, here's to well-hydrated skin and radiant health!

 

TO REMEMBER, OUR BEAUTY TIP: 

 

To cover your daily water and electrolyte requirements, we invite you to take a course of our AQUAPOP dietary supplement, your hydration partner.
Its composition is designed to boost your body's hydration levels: simply slip an effervescent tablet into your water bottle in the morning and drink its contents throughout the day.
It's available in two fragrances, lemon and red fruit, and don't forget, your skin's health depends above all on good hydration.