We definitely need it but maybe not so much
Water has amazing benefits for the skin.
Internally, that is.
Externally, not so much.
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You would think that by putting water on your skin you would be moisturizing it.
What we are now learning is that the opposite is true.
Consider using a humidifier at night while you sleep.
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