Hello. This time, I would like to discuss how hydrogen may help with “skin moisture retention,” which is a major concern during the dry winter season. Many people worry about skin dryness and roughness, especially when the heating is on, but hydrogen might be able to support moisturizing efforts.

The air in NY is drier than in Japan, and the indoor heating further lowers the humidity, which can often leave the skin feeling dry, flaky, or sensitive to irritation. Hydrogen is a very small molecule that can easily permeate the body, and because its antioxidant properties may support the skin’s barrier function and reduce damage caused by dryness, it is expected to help moisturize the skin from within.

Specifically, the antioxidant action of hydrogen is said to help reduce skin damage caused by dryness and assist in maintaining the skin’s barrier function. When the skin barrier is strengthened, it protects the skin from dryness and irritation, leading to skin that is more resilient to the external environment. Even when exposed to dry environments, the skin’s moisture is retained more easily, allowing elasticity and hydration to be sustained.

Many of my clients suffer from issues during winter, such as “my skin gets flaky and itchy” or “my makeup doesn’t sit well.” However, an increasing number of them feel that their skin has become softer and the dryness has been alleviated by incorporating hydrogen baths and hydrogen water into their daily routine.

The hydrogen bath not only supports overall body moisturization, but the hydrogen contained in the steam reaches the skin through the pores, making it an excellent measure against winter dryness.

A hydrogen water face mask is also recommended. Furthermore, spraying hydrogen water on the go is said to help prevent skin dryness, keeping the skin feeling moist for a longer period. Since it can be lightly sprayed over makeup, it is also useful as a convenient item to prevent dehydration during the day.

This winter, why not use the power of hydrogen to boost your skin’s moisture retention and aim for hydrated skin that resists dryness? If you are interested, please consider incorporating hydrogen baths or hydrogen water.