Two-thirds of our bodies is made up of water, so our cells need it to renew and stay healthy, says dermatologist dermatologist Howard Sobel, M.D., clinical attending physician in dermatology and dermatologic surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and Beth Israel Hospital in New York.
Drink 6-8 glasses of water per day to stay hydrated, suggests Schultz. But what matters more to your skin is the water you put on your body.
What to do: "Apply moisturizer within five minutes of getting out of the bath or shower," says Jenny Murase, M.D., an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at the University of California at San Francisco. That helps damp skin lock in moisture.
2. Omega-3 fatty acids restore dry skin
Omega-3 fatty acids may alleviate dry skin and can minimize symptoms of eczema (a skin condition that causes itchy, red rashes), says Sobel.
They aid the skin by boosting its lipid content and holding onto moisture. They also act as an anti-inflammatory and help cells fight free radical molecules, which contribute to aging.
What to do: Take 500-1,000 milligrams of purified omega-3 fish oil pills daily, advises Sobel.
Bonus: These supplements may also improve cardiovascular health by reducing inflammation. Omega-3s lower levels of triglycerides (fats in the blood that increase heart-disease risk) and blood pressure, as well as slow down plaque growth in arteries, according to the American Heart Association.
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