If your skin looks dull and feels a bit tight, you might be dehydrated. Skin needs moisture so staying hydrated is key for healthy, glowing skin. There is a direct link between dehydration and dullness.  Hydrate your skin from both the outside and from within. Read on for our best hydration hacks for dull skin!

Hydration Hacks for Dull Skin

From staying hydrated to investing in non-surgical treatments, we’ve got the best hydration hacks for dull skin.

Drink More Water

Make sure you’re drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Experts recommend around 8 glasses or 2 litres daily. Keep a refillable water bottle on you and sip throughout the day. If you struggle with plain water, consider adding some lemon or cucumber slices as a healthy, tasty addition. Your skin needs constant hydration so carry on sipping.

Eat Your Water Too!

Hydrating foods can help support your skin from the inside out. Water-laden foods are great options to boost your water consumption. Aim to add cucumber, watermelon and cantaloupe melons to your diet. Try to include these foods into meals and snacks to keep your skin healthy, happy and hydrated. 

Master Your Skincare Routine

Use hydrating cleanser that doesn’t strip skin. After cleansing, always tone and layer lightweight hydrating products. Start with lighter products and leave heavy products until last to lock in the moisture. Remember to stay protected with SPF. The SkinBase Hydration Max moisturiser is ideal for dry skin. Check out the SkinBase skincare range in the SkinBase Shop.

Invest in Hydration-Boosting Treatments

SkinBase Hydro is an excellent option for dehydrated skin. Using a multi-step process and hard-working ingredients, it exfoliates the skin and brings back its glow. The gentle peel gets rid of dead skin cells. The skin is then ready for the personalised serum to absorb.  

SkinBase Hydro Brightening Serum

The Brightening Serum infuses into the deeper layers of skin. This allows the ingredients to get to work at once. Niacinamide banishes dullness. Kojic Acid has natural antioxidant properties. This gentle treatment transforms the complexion so you can walk out with more confidence. Find a Therapist.

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Protect Your Skin Barrier

Protecting and repairing your skin barrier is even more important for dehydrated skin. The skin barrier keeps the nasties out, and moisture in. Maintain your skin barrier by avoiding over-exfoliation and harsh products. A robust skin barrier is the defensive layer you need to have balanced moisturised skin. Frequent use of scrubs or chemical exfoliants can damage this delicate balance, leaving your skin dull and flaky. Harsh products (containing poor ingredients) are also guilty of stripping this important barrier. Find the right skincare routine for you and defend against UV stress by reapplying SPF throughout the day.

Bonus Hydration Hacks

To boost hydration, add an overnight hydration mask to your routine. Look for ones with ceramides and fatty acids. These can help target moisture issues and restabilise the skin barrier. Don’t drink too many teas or coffees, and limit alcohol consumption.