Blog | Lifestyle | How to treat a hangover over the festive period
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Posted: 19/12/22
A Buck’s Fizz here, a mulled wine there, and maybe even a Baileys for good measure, the festive season is full of tempting tipples that can leave you with a one-way ticket to a hangover you’ll never forget. If a hangover does strike, we’ve got a selection of products to help you get right back into the festive spirit! However, there’s no instant cure for a hangover (except for avoiding alcohol altogether) so if you’re going to indulge this Christmas, drinking in moderation and factoring in alcohol free days will be key to a happy and healthy Christmas.
What is a hangover?
Before we get into how to treat a hangover, let’s go over the basics. If you don’t know what it is, you’re either a. too young for this article or b. lucky enough to have never had one! Put simply, a hangover is a term for the not-so-nice symptoms that come with drinking too much alcohol. Expect symptoms ranging from headaches, fatigue and extreme thirst, all the way to nausea, muscle weakness and sensitivity to light.
How to treat a hangover
Remember, everyone’s hangovers can feel a little bit different. Some might be able to chug a glass of water and be ready to take on the day, while for others it could be a full-day affair. Whatever your hangover might look like, here are five products that will help restore order in your body and get you feeling somewhat human again!
Lucozade Zero Orange
Staying hydrated is key when you’re in the throes of a hangover. Thanks to its caffeine content, Lucozade Zero Orange helps to give you that much needed boost of energy to climb out the covers and join the obligatory festive walk with the family. Plus, the fizziness is known to help settle the stomach and help you contend with any nausea.
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Solpadeine Headache Tablets
For the splitting headaches that are oh-so common after overindulging, Solpadeine Headache Tablets will be your best friend. With ingredients like paracetamol, caffeine and potassium sorbate, these tablets help to provide fast relief from headaches and migraines when you need it most. Plus, they can also be used to relieve a sore throat, aches and pains and symptoms of a fever, so a definite medicine cupboard essential, too. Before use, please read the instructions for the recommended dose and other product information.
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Vitamin Store Effervescent Vitamin C Tablets
If napping and Netflix are simply not an option, the Vitamin C Effervescent Tablets from the Vitamin Store will help you bounce back in no time. Loaded with vitamin C, simply pop one in your glass of water and it’ll help to get a run-down immune system (a common symptom of drinking too much) back to normal working order. A definite festive season staple!
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Vitamin Store Effervescent Vitamin C 1000mg 20s
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Garnier Moisture Bomb Pomegranate Hydrating Face Sheet Mask
Hangovers don’t have to be all doom and gloom, especially when a self-care session is on the cards. And for every pamper session you of course need the star of the show – a face mask! The Garnier Moisture Bomb Hydrating Face Sheet Mask helps to bring radiance back to dull, tired skin with a powerful trio of pomegranate extract, hyaluronic acid and plant serum formula. So, what better excuse to whack on your fave Christmas film, put your feet up and treat your skin to some TLC?
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Garnier Moisture Bomb Pomegranate Hydrating Face Sheet Mask
£2.19
Imperial Leather Polynesian Paradise Bath Soak
Forget the hangover, let your mind take you somewhere tropical with the Radox Bath Soak, in a stunning lavender scent, from Radox . Alcohol is notorious for wreaking havoc on your sleeping pattern and the quality of sleep you do get, which is why we recommend running yourself a bubble bath (emphasis on the bubbles!). The perfect way to relax and unwind after a little too much Christmas cheer.
How to treat a hangover over the festive period
Blog | Lifestyle | How to treat a hangover over the festive period
A Buck’s Fizz here, a mulled wine there, and maybe even a Baileys for good measure, the festive season is full of tempting tipples that can leave you with a one-way ticket to a hangover you’ll never forget. If a hangover does strike, we’ve got a selection of products to help you get right back into the festive spirit! However, there’s no instant cure for a hangover (except for avoiding alcohol altogether) so if you’re going to indulge this Christmas, drinking in moderation and factoring in alcohol free days will be key to a happy and healthy Christmas.
What is a hangover?
Before we get into how to treat a hangover, let’s go over the basics. If you don’t know what it is, you’re either a. too young for this article or b. lucky enough to have never had one! Put simply, a hangover is a term for the not-so-nice symptoms that come with drinking too much alcohol. Expect symptoms ranging from headaches, fatigue and extreme thirst, all the way to nausea, muscle weakness and sensitivity to light.
How to treat a hangover
Remember, everyone’s hangovers can feel a little bit different. Some might be able to chug a glass of water and be ready to take on the day, while for others it could be a full-day affair. Whatever your hangover might look like, here are five products that will help restore order in your body and get you feeling somewhat human again!
Lucozade Zero Orange
Staying hydrated is key when you’re in the throes of a hangover. Thanks to its caffeine content, Lucozade Zero Orange helps to give you that much needed boost of energy to climb out the covers and join the obligatory festive walk with the family. Plus, the fizziness is known to help settle the stomach and help you contend with any nausea.
Solpadeine Headache Tablets
For the splitting headaches that are oh-so common after overindulging, Solpadeine Headache Tablets will be your best friend. With ingredients like paracetamol, caffeine and potassium sorbate, these tablets help to provide fast relief from headaches and migraines when you need it most. Plus, they can also be used to relieve a sore throat, aches and pains and symptoms of a fever, so a definite medicine cupboard essential, too. Before use, please read the instructions for the recommended dose and other product information.
Vitamin Store Effervescent Vitamin C Tablets
If napping and Netflix are simply not an option, the Vitamin C Effervescent Tablets from the Vitamin Store will help you bounce back in no time. Loaded with vitamin C, simply pop one in your glass of water and it’ll help to get a run-down immune system (a common symptom of drinking too much) back to normal working order. A definite festive season staple!
Garnier Moisture Bomb Pomegranate Hydrating Face Sheet Mask
Hangovers don’t have to be all doom and gloom, especially when a self-care session is on the cards. And for every pamper session you of course need the star of the show – a face mask! The Garnier Moisture Bomb Hydrating Face Sheet Mask helps to bring radiance back to dull, tired skin with a powerful trio of pomegranate extract, hyaluronic acid and plant serum formula. So, what better excuse to whack on your fave Christmas film, put your feet up and treat your skin to some TLC?
Imperial Leather Polynesian Paradise Bath Soak
Forget the hangover, let your mind take you somewhere tropical with the Radox Bath Soak, in a stunning lavender scent, from Radox . Alcohol is notorious for wreaking havoc on your sleeping pattern and the quality of sleep you do get, which is why we recommend running yourself a bubble bath (emphasis on the bubbles!). The perfect way to relax and unwind after a little too much Christmas cheer.
Don’t let a hangover stop your festive fun!
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