6 ways to keep skin hydrated while fasting

6 ways to keep skin hydrated while fasting

Looking for ways to keep your skin hydrated while fasting? Here are some quick tips to soothe the skin.

  1. Eat hydrating food
    Eat hydrating food

    For iftar and sahoor, try to eat water-rich foods such as cucumber and watermelon, which will hydrate your skin from the inside out. 

  2. Lip balm is your friend
    Lip balm is your friend

    Dry, chapped lips are a normal result of not drinking water, so keep them hydrated by applying a lip balm such as Saudi brand, Asteri Beauty’s Legacy lip balm.

  3. Don’t forget the sunblock
    Don’t forget the sunblock

    To keep your skin in good shape, apply sunblock — such as Moroccan brand Bassma Boussel Cosmetics — every two hours for optimal protection against harmful sun rays. 

  4. Dial up the moisturizer
    Dial up the moisturizer

    Use a richer cream than usual this month as your skin is craving moisture a little more than it normally does. Try Izil Beauty’s regenerating face cream for a quick boost.

  5. Use some oil
    Use some oil

    Adding a few drops of oil-based serums, such as UAE-based brand, The Dirty Lamb’s ultra night serum, to your night routine can increase your skin’s hydration.

  6. Use a hydrating toner
    Use a hydrating toner

    There are plenty of toners out there, such as Murad’s hydrating toner, that supply micro doses of water and essential nutrients to the skin.