Yes, alcohol consumption can dry out skin

Richard P. Rand, MD answers: Does drinking alcohol dry out the skin?

Does drinking alcohol dry out the skin?


Richard P. Rand, MD
8 months ago
By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Drinking alcohol to any excess will have a diuretic effect and will dry out your skin.

Sun exposure coupled with the alcohol consumption is a formula for bad skin. Just look at the Housewives of Orange County for some real live examples!

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