Head to Toe Hydration

MODA’S GUIDE TO HYDRATING YOUR ENTIRE BODY, INSIDE AND OUT

By Jamie Randall, Lifestyle Staff Writer • Graphics by Emma Gray, Arts Curator

Nobody likes waking up in the morning with a scratchy throat or cracked lips. The sayings “Hydrate or Diedrate’’ and “Hydration Nation” are good phrases to remind yourself to hydrate your body. It should be something that is always incorporated into your daily routine from the moment you wake up until your head hits the pillow. Here is Moda’s guide on how to keep your body refreshed.

Face Serums Face serums are also known as “lightweight moisturizers” because they leave out heavy ingredients when compared to your average moisturizer. The purpose of a face serum is to shrink your pores, increase moisture levels, smooth texture and firm your skin. However, for the best moisture lock-in, it is recommended to apply moisturizer right after you apply serum. The serum focuses on the concentration of active ingredients unlike normal moisturizers do. These ingredients are antioxidants such as vitamin C, anti-inflammatories like zinc and hydrators such as amino acids.1

Face serums can be found almost anywhere. For some great ones, check out Glossier and Lancome’s serums. Glossier’s Super Bounce serum has hyaluronic acid which pulls moisture into the skin and holds it there for long lasting hydration.2 For a more intense serum, Lancome’s advanced antioxidant serum is meant to soothe the skin from dryness and redness while moisturizing it against the UVA rays.3

When it comes to face masks, one size does not fit all. Some people’s skin is more dry and sensitive than others. Therefore, it’s important to know which types of masks fit your skin. Here are masks meant to hydrate skin that come in different forms.

Aqua Boost Hydrating Gel Face Masks Found on Amazon, these awardwinning masks are great for travel and contain natural ingredients that soothe dry skin.

Ultra Repair Instant Oatmeal Mask Known as the best mask for sensitive, dry skin, this mask is meant to soothe

1 Oliver, D. (2015, March 03). What the heck is face serum? 2 Hyaluronic acid PRO Vitamin b5 Serum: SUPER BOUNCE. (n.d.) 3 Advanced génifique sensitive antioxidant face serum: Lancôme. (n.d.). skin and reduce redness in minutes. For the best results, apply just once a week.

Woke Bae Whenever Moisture Spritz While this is an uncommon form for a product to come in, this spritz provides quick hydration and softens fine lines with a collage boost.4

Lotion is another product that needs to be in your daily routine to keep you moisturized and healthy. Here are some lotions recommended by dermatologists to help soothe and rehydrate your body.5

CeraVe This face lotion is everywhere and is simple, fragrance-free, effective and affordable. It’s great for students on a budget dealing with sensitive skin.

Eucerin Advanced Repair This body lotion is a thinner substitute for the thick and creamy lotions. It still manages to get the job done and will keep your skin nice and hydrated up to 48 hours.

Aveeno Eczema Therapy This lotion includes ceramides and oatmeal, which are known to decrease inflammation, perfect for people who suffer from eczema.

Aquaphor Using Aquaphor or Vaseline to rehydrate your cracked and damaged skin should be a no brainer at this point. These products can be found anywhere from Walgreens to Amazon. Aquaphor doesn’t only rehydrate cracked skin but it is also effective at healing chapped lips, minor cuts and burns due to its main ingredient petroleum, which helps the skin retain moisture.6 If lotions don’t do enough for you, it’s the perfect way to keep your skin hydrated.

Another no brainer for keeping your body hydrated is water. Keep in mind that everybody’s bodies are different. Enjoying water can be as easy as

4 Earley, B. (2021, January 04). These face masks will give your dry skin a dewy glow. 5 Anello, C. (2021, February 25). The best Body lotions for dry Skin, according TO DERMATOLOGISTS. 6 Donahue, Rosemary. “Heres’s Why Aquaphor Is My Favorite Beauty Product EVER.” Allure, n.d. adding fruit like cucumbers, lemons or raspberries to enhance the flavor of water without adding sugar or extra carbs.

As college students, we are constantly moving around and going places whether it’s to the gym, to study or to hangout with friends. What better way to stay hydrated and also save the planet then by bringing a reusable water bottle? Here is a list of the most popular reusable water bottle brands.7

Hydro Flask Carried around by almost every teen and college student, this reusable is BPA free, made of stainless steel and is designed to keep your beverage at its desired temperature. These bottles come in adorable pastel colors as well which are appealing to the eye. So head on the Hydro Flask website and order yourself a 32 ounce bottle. You only need to drink 2.5 of them to achieve recommended hydration.

Nalgene Sold on Amazon and many other department stores, Nalgene is sustainable, affordable and has a variety of sizes. It has measurements on the side of the water bottle so you can track how much water you consumed.

S’Well Similar to a Hydro Flask, this stainless steel water bottle comes in cute prints and a variety of sizes. It’s great to keep at your desk to remind yourself to stay hydrated.

CamelBack This BPA free water bottle doesn’t leak and ranges in sizes so can use it anywhere and comes with a straw and soft mouthpiece.

The key to better skin and feeling good is hydration. As we get older, it’s important to keep taking care of yourself and something as simple as drinking water can have a big impact on your wellbeing. Moisturizers, serums, and lotions are excellent for face hydration but they work best when complemented with a body that is well hydrated. What’s most important is finding what works for you and continuing with it. ■