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a 66 % difference in average hydration measured by Corneometer in the study .
Healthy skin is hydrated skin . To maintain healthy skin , hydration must be maintained . 13

If lipids in the skin barrier decline too much , then excess water is lost , and dehydration occurs .

There are many ways to support skin hydration and skin health , such as :
• Drink enough water .
• Avoid environmental extremes and limit environmental stress as much as possible . This includes diligent sun protection with the best sunscreens . When this is un-
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