BEAUTY Drink Up 13216 views

Forget expensive anti-aging creams and miracle wrinkle cures – one of the best ways to get healthy-looking, clearer skin in time for your big day is to hit the bottle…

But what we’re talking about is much healthier and cheaper than alcohol – and won’t give you a hangover if you drink eight pints. Water is an essential part of your daily skincare routine. Not only does it help maintain healthy and glowing skin by keeping it hydrated, but it can also improve your energy levels by flushing out toxins and keeping your digestive system in tip-top condition.

But if you struggle to get your recommended amount of H2O, here are some great ways to include more water in your diet:

Add fresh slices of lemon, lime, orange or kiwi to a glass of water – or for a bit of indulgence, add a couple of strawberries.
Drink hot water with fresh ginger and some honey and lemon instead of tea for a refreshing boost in the morning.
Drink a glass of water as soon as you get up to rehydrate from the night and get your engine going.
At work, every time someone offers you a cup of tea, ask for hot water or herbal tea instead – the antioxidants in herbal tea are great for your skin.
Drink a glass of water half an hour before dinner – not only will it dampen your appetite a bit, it will also help prevent you drinking alcohol with your meal.

While tap water is a good, cheap way of getting your fill, if you prefer your water a bit more purified, you could always try the bottled varieties. But try to buy water that’s been bottled in the UK to keep the food miles down.

Willow Water is 100% natural and comes from the underground source in the Lake District, and contains traces of the mineral salicin, an important health promoting and skin-improving mineral with anti-inflammatory properties. Willow Water also contains high levels of calcium that is great for healthy teeth and bones.

Willow Water is available in 500ml and 1.5 litre still and sparkling varieties, from Waitrose, EH Booths, selected Sainsbury’s stores, independent health food stores and retailers, from 69p for 500ml. Or to order online visit Willow or call 01539 559452.

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