The good news is that, for clearer skin, you don’t have to drink any more water than you already should be drinking for general health purposes, so you shouldn’t gorge yourself to see results.
As long as you drink the normal suggested amount, you’ll see improvements not just in your complexion, but across the board. You’ll feel energized, your brain will function more efficiently, your digestive health will improve, your joints will be cushioned, your heartbeat will stabilize...it’s all good.
How much water you should be drinking depends on your activities and the weather. As a general rule of thumb, you should always consume at least 2 liters of water a day, which equates to around 8 glasses.
Do bear in mind; however, that 2 liters is the bare minimum. Even if you’re having a lazy day indoors with a moderate ambient temperature, you still need your 8 glasses of water to ensure your skin and all the rest remain on top form.
If you’re exposed to heat throughout the day, you’re going to have to add at least another four glasses of water to your hydration schedule, bringing your total intake to about 3 liters.
If you’ve got a particularly rigorous day planned or you plan on getting lots of exercise, drinking 4 liters of water is absolutely essential to ensure your skin remains hydrated and clear.
It can be difficult to kick-start an entirely new hydration schedule, especially in the colder months when you’re generally not as thirsty. I also found it hard at first, so I used a reusable time-marked drinking bottle like this BuildLife one to keep me up to date on my water intake.