Best Diet for Healthier Skin | Drink (Water, That Is) to Your Skin’s Health

 Yes, water is good for your skin, but you don’t have to go overboard. The goal is to avoid dehydration. (Hint: If you’re thirsty, you’re already dehydrated.) “If you’re dehydrated, your skin and mucous membranes will become dry, cracked, and crepey,” Wu says.

Water intake varies based on your age, gender, and other factors such as pregnancy, but the general guidelines are to aim for about 90 ounces (women) to 120 ounces (men) daily, notes the Mayo Clinic. 

Make sure you consume enough caffeine-free fluids, such as soups, juices, and herbal teas, to avoid dehydration. If you’re not a regular water drinker, aim to sip one glass of water (or other caffeine-free liquid) with each meal, and another glass between meals. Research has shown that unsweetened green tea, in particular, is beneficial because it contains antioxidants that fight sun damage, a major cause of aging skin and skin cancer, according to research.