What the studies found
- A 2012 Japanese study found that hydrogen-rich warm water reduced UV-related damage in skin cells in the lab, and a small group bathing in it daily for three months showed improvement in neck wrinkles
- Animal and cell studies suggest hydrogen may reduce oxidative damage from UV light
- There are very few good human trials of drinking hydrogen water for skin
How to read this
Lab and bathing results don't tell us what drinking a glass of hydrogen water does for your face. Sun protection, not smoking, sleep and staying hydrated in our dry, high-UV climate have much stronger evidence for skin health.
Bottom line
Skin claims for drinking hydrogen water are not well supported yet. Enjoy it as part of staying hydrated, and keep wearing sunscreen in New Mexico.
Sources
- Kato S, et al. Hydrogen-rich electrolyzed warm water represses wrinkle formation against UVA ray together with type-I collagen production and oxidative-stress diminishment in fibroblasts and cell-injury prevention in keratinocytes. Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B, 2012.
- Ohsawa I, et al. Hydrogen acts as a therapeutic antioxidant by selectively reducing cytotoxic oxygen radicals. Nature Medicine, 2007.
Not medical advice. Hydrogen water is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Talk with your doctor about any health condition or medication.
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Common questions
Can I put hydrogen water on my skin?
Some people use it as a face rinse. It's water, so it's unlikely to harm, but there's little evidence of benefit.
Does it help acne or eczema?
There's no solid evidence. See a dermatologist for skin conditions.