Hydrating Skincare: Best Practices, Products, and Wellness Tips

Why Hydration Matters for Your Skin

Hydration is the foundation of healthy skin. Properly hydrated skin appears plumper, smoother, and more radiant while helping to maintain a strong barrier against environmental stressors.

Traditional and New Hydrating Skincare Ingredients

Traditional Ingredients

• Hyaluronic Acid: Known for its ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, hyaluronic acid is a staple in hydrating skincare products.
• Glycerin: A powerful humectant that draws moisture from the air into the skin.
• Aloe Vera: A natural hydrator with soothing properties.

New Ingredients

• Ceramides: These lipids help restore and strengthen the skin's natural barrier, preventing moisture loss and improving hydration levels.

• Squalane: A lightweight oil derived from olives or sugarcane, squalane mimics the skin's natural oils, helping lock in hydration without feeling greasy.

• Amino Acids: These building blocks of proteins help the skin retain moisture, improve elasticity, and support its overall hydration process.

• Ectoin: This short-chain amino acid protects, strengthens, and plumps the skin while reducing inflammation and regulating the skin's barrier. 

Best Practices for Locking in Skin Hydration

1. Layer Hydration: Start with a hydrating toner or mist, followed by a serum, moisturizer, and facial oil.
2. Use a Humidifier: Increase moisture levels in the air to prevent skin dehydration.
3. Seal in Moisture: Apply products while your skin is still damp to lock in hydration.
4. Protect Your Skin Barrier: Use gentle cleansers and avoid over-exfoliating.

Wellness Tips to Support Skin Hydration

• Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
• Eat Water-Rich Foods: Include fruits and vegetables like cucumbers, watermelon, and oranges in your diet.
• Get Enough Sleep: Rest allows your skin to repair and regenerate, improving hydration levels.
• Reduce Stress: Chronic stress can compromise your skin barrier, leading to dehydration.

Best Hydrating Skincare Products

Explore some of our most hydrating products:

• MARULA BLOOM Cleansing Oil
• DEW DROPS Hydrating Serum
• RESTORATIVE Night Cream

Resources and Further Reading

• American Academy of Dermatology: Hydrating Your Skin
• PubMed: Research on Hydration and Skin Health
• Healthline: Skincare Ingredients That Hydrate