Our years of growing up were filled with the same reminders for better health: drink at least eight glasses of water a day, moisturize daily for plump skin, improve your digestion, and so much more. And it all boils down to proper hydration.

Studies—and many years of practice—prove that drinking more water does good to your body, inside and out. Not only does your body stay in great shape, being well-hydrated lets you have smoother skin, lesser wrinkles, and a more even complexion.

This summer, with all the outdoor activities lined up and the sun on an extreme high, we’re getting ahead of the curb and going back to basics with our hydration game plan: a healthy water intake and swathing on moisturizing products.