Our body needs water to function. Some say that we need to drink eight glasses of water a day.  But when it comes to dry skin, it is not how much water we take in, it is how well our skin retains the moisture.

A lot of factors like extreme cold, dry heat or the use of harsh products causes our skin to dry, flake and wrinkle.  We need to keep our skin moisturize to retain a dewy glow to our complexion.  Flax seed supplements and Omega-3 rich foods like salmon helps lock in skin moisture.

We should also avoid liquids that can harm and dehydrate our skin like sodas, alcoholic beverages and sugary juices.  Replace these items with sugar free drinks and beverages that are rich in antioxidants like green tea.

It doesn’t necessarily mean that we need to drink eight glasses of water a day because we also get water from food and other beverages like coffee and juices.  Drinking water will depend on your body size and level of activity every day.