Hydration: why we always forget… and how to remedy it without forcing

Drink water. We know. We know it is good for the skin, the brain, the organs, energy, mood, joints and even hair (which, at Homnès, is no small detail).

And yet we forget. We put it off. We tell ourselves "I'll drink later", then "oh, look, a coffee", then "oops, my mouth feels like a lizard left out in the sun again". The good news: remembering to stay hydrated every day does not take iron willpower. A few simple tricks are enough to make drinking water a reflex.

Why do we forget to drink water?

Because it is too simple. Too ordinary. Too quiet. A square of chocolate shouts "eat me". Lukewarm water in a grey bottle? Not very tempting.

And then there are the champions of "I drink when I'm thirsty". Except that thirst is often a warning signal rather than a preventive one: by the time it arrives, your body is already asking for water.

What are the benefits of staying well hydrated?

Just in case you need a little reminder, without the lecture:

• Brighter skin (yes, really).
• A clearer mind (goodbye, 4:02 pm brain fog).
• Less fatigue (sometimes, afternoon tiredness is simply a lack of water).
• Easier digestion.
• Fewer vague cravings (water, the underrated emotional snack).

Does drinking water hydrate your hair?

Drinking enough helps the body, skin and scalp work properly. But the water you drink is not enough to hydrate the fibre of hair that is already dry: the lengths also need external care. For dry hair, go for a gentle, nourishing shampoo, such as our nourishing solid shampoo with shea, coconut and glycerin, plus a conditioner on the lengths. To find out what your hair needs, take our online hair diagnosis. If your hair is dry after the summer, also read Dry hair after summer: why?

How to remember to stay hydrated every day: our tips

Because we said we would help each other, without judging.

1. Give your water some style

It is basic, but a beautiful bottle, a nice straw or a glass you love changes everything. And if you want to go further: mint, lemon, cucumber, ginger… your water bottle becomes a spa.

2. Make water a ritual

Link water to a pleasant or automatic moment:

• a glass when you wake up, while the coffee is brewing;
• a glass every time you switch tasks;
• a glass every time you say "I'm exhausted" (which already makes four glasses before 11 am).

3. Set gentle reminders

Not an alarm that screams "HYDRATE" as if you were about to dry up on the spot. More like a little "one sip and off you go" as your wallpaper or a soft alarm. Or an elegant sticky note on your desk: "Your skin already thanks you."

4. Mix it up

Not in the mood for still water? You are allowed:

• an unsweetened iced herbal tea;
• sparkling water with lemon;
• a light broth, grandmother's wellness style.

A tip: do not rely too much on coffee. It is delicious, but water is best kept as your main drink of the day.

5. Always carry a water bottle (and love it a little)

Not to collect them: so that it becomes an extension of you, like your bag, your lip balm or your charger. And we are not talking about a plastic bottle forgotten in a car in August. Choose a water bottle that is beautiful and practical, one you actually want to pick up.

Our favourite tip

When we really want to reset, we make hydration a moment. We sit down. We breathe. We drink a big glass of water, slowly, as if at a spa. Sometimes we add a "running water" playlist for atmosphere. It is strange, but it works. For more ideas for little breaks, discover our 7 relaxing rituals.

In short

• We forget to drink because water is discreet, and thirst often comes late.
• A nice water bottle, gentle reminders and varied drinks help you remember.
• Drinking water helps the skin and body, but dry hair also needs suitable care.
• Drinking water is simply a courtesy to yourself.

And if you ever forget? No big deal. Drink a glass, right now, while reading these lines. There. You have just taken a little care of yourself.