Wrinkles and fine lines are a natural and inevitable part of ageing, but it is still possible to have skin that glows in your 40s, 50s and beyond.
Skin care experts have shared how drinking more water every day can have a positive impact on your skin.
We all know the importance of drinking water for hydration and overall health, but consuming a few extra glasses a day could work wonders for the skin, Kiehl's skin care experts claimed.
They said it is often overlooked as a tool for healthy skin, but dehydration will cause the skin to look "dull and sunken".
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The experts explained: "When it comes to skin radiance, the first thing to rob you of that gorgeous glow is dehydration.
"When we haven’t drunk enough water it’s visible on our skin, which looks dull, sunken and feels tight. It’s a quick win really, just drink a couple more glasses of water a day and see that glow reappear."
Hydration comes from the inside out and the amount of water needed for glowing skin will vary from person to person.
However, a good indicator is to drink around eight to 10 glasses of water a day, increasing this when the weather is warmer or when exercising.
Drinking plenty of water is important, but hydrating skin care products can also help get results for particularly dry skin. The experts shared the importance of a good serum and moisturiser.
They said: "If you do have dehydrated skin, choose products that are specially formulated to deliver lasting hydration.
"Always follow your serum application with a moisturiser to seal in the goodness and nourish the skin." A serum that protects the skin's barrier is worth considering as well.
Elements such as the weather and pollution can cause skin to appear dull or even look older so it can be worth looking for skin care products that strengthen the skin's barrier against such things.
"The skin barrier is the watertight seal that holds all the upper skin layers together smoothly. A strong and healthy barrier means skin that feels smooth and looks healthy and radiant," the experts continued.
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"If the skin barrier is damaged, skin becomes rough, dry, dull-looking and increasingly sensitive. Prevention is always better than cure and a strong barrier will lead to brighter skin.
"Choose a serum that works to fortify the crucial top layer of skin. A serum which protects skin against damaging aggressors, while helping skin to better retain moisture for a bouncier feel will result in stronger skin barrier function."
Everyone's skin is different and has different needs, so it is worth trying a range of products to find what works for you.
This comes as one woman claimed one of the most rejuvenating foods on the planet is slowing down her ageing.
