Yes! Dehydration kills your skin. I didn't know it would cause unsunburned skin to peel, but it will cause the lips to, so why not?
In fact, when you are dehydrated, lotion doesn't soak in either. Luckily, if you go ahead and start now, it won't take long to get back to normal. It also helps you take it easy on the colas and sodium rich food. Did you know one twelve ounce soda takes twice that amount in water from your body to metabolize? So you're taking a step backward for each can.
2006-06-06 16:10:52
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answered by jess1978 3
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well, it kinda depends on exactly how little water you drink. if you don't get your 8 glasses of water a day, yes, you may experience some dry skin, and if you're really dehydrated, yes, your skin can start to peel, so start drinking up. it won't clear up right away, for now, you should just try to use facial lotion to ease the dryness. wait a while, and if the water drinkiing doesn't help, then i'd say it would be a good idea to see a dermatologist to prescribe you something that will...
2006-06-06 15:09:17
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answered by PrYncEsSa 3
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Our bodies are composed of 75-90% water! Think of this example -- if you have a rose bush, and you don't water it for three weeks, what happens? It begins to shrivel and dry up, no? Same for your skin -- as well as your organs, and your muscles and your bodies connective tissues. Water is SO important for your optimal health! The average, healthy person should consume half of their body weight in ounces of water each day....example - if you weight 110 pounds you should be drinking at least 55 ounces of water a day - and more will benefit you greatly - in more areas than just your skin! Drinking more water may not totally fix your skin - some people just have dry skin - or your condition may be caused by topical treatments or something else - but it doesnt hurt to up your water intake.... it is absolutly healthy and better for your skin for you to drink lots of water and keep hydrated.
2006-06-06 15:32:05
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answered by mere_harrell 1
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Ordinary dry skin (xerosis) usually isn't serious, but it can be uncomfortable and unsightly, turning plump cells into shriveled ones and creating fine lines and wrinkles long before you're due. More serious dry skin conditions, such as the inherited group of disorders called ichthyosis, can sometimes be disfiguring and may cause psychological distress to people living with them.
Fortunately, most dry skin results from environmental factors that can be wholly or partially controlled. These include exposure to hot or cold weather with low humidity levels and to wind, long-term use of air conditioning or central heating, excessive bathing, especially tub baths, and the use of strong soaps or detergents. Metabolic changes that occur with normal aging or with certain medical conditions also can affect the moisture content of your skin.
Chronic or severe dry skin problems may require a dermatologist's advice. But you can do a lot on your own to improve your skin, including drinking more water, showering less, and above all, moisturizing, moisturizing, moisturizing.
Most cases of ordinary dry skin are due to environmental causes, such as:
Weather. In general, your skin is driest in winter when temperatures and humidity levels plummet. Winter conditions also tend to make existing skin conditions worse. But the reverse may be true if you live in desert regions, where summer temperatures can top 110 F and humidity levels sink to 10 percent or less.
Central heating and air conditioning. These may be technological marvels, but they're dermatological disasters. Central air and heating, wood burning stoves, space heaters and fireplaces all draw moisture out of the air and out of your skin.
Too much 'cleanliness is next to godliness.' When it comes to your skin, water is a double-edged sword. Inside your skin, it keeps the cells plump and moist, but it has the opposite effect when you're immersed in it. Frequent showering or bathing, especially if you like your showers hot and your baths long, breaks down the lipid barriers in your skin. So does frequent swimming, particularly in heavily chlorinated pools.
Harsh soaps and detergents. Many popular soaps and detergents strip lipids and water from your skin. Products containing fragrances and lauryl sulfates are harsher and more irritating than unscented products with sarcosinates, sulfosuccinates and cocoamphodiacetates. Deodorant and antibacterial soaps are usually the most damaging.
Other factors
Certain diseases, metabolic problems and nutritional deficiencies can significantly alter the function and appearance of your skin:
Most cases of dry skin respond well to self-care measures. See your doctor if:
Your skin doesn't improve in spite of your best efforts
Dryness and itching keep you from sleeping
You have open sores or an infection from scratching
You have large areas of scaling or peeling skin
2006-06-06 15:19:02
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answered by purple 6
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Always drink plenty of water. They say to drink 8 glasses a day, but drink more and use a moisturizer daily after you get out of the shower/bath.
2006-06-06 17:08:41
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answered by shortybaby2184 2
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you're washing your face too lots. that is in all hazard drying out your face and inflicting your physique to bypass overboard attempting to top off your epidermis with moisture. it is why you're getting lots oil. Wash your face basically two times an afternoon (morning and night), and understand that a number of this could be brought about by ability of hormones.
2016-10-30 08:21:37
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answered by ? 4
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never heard of dehydration peeling skin, but drinking water cant hurt!
2006-06-06 15:07:31
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answered by Anonymous
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Im not sure about the peeling, but water is definitely good for your complexion!
2006-06-06 15:07:13
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answered by angry 3
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it doesnt help. boosting ur intake of water may help, but wont solve the problem. when u r peeling use a rich mosterising cream to soothe and protect ur face.
2006-06-06 15:13:58
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answered by Anonymous
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Pray 2 God.Or just go 2 de doctor.
2006-06-06 15:18:17
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answered by Lil Ladie 1
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