Hangover? Ice, ice baby!

It's true! Having an ice facial could get rid of Christmas hangovers!

We are being advised to dunk our faces in ice to get over a hangover so we can enjoy Christmas parties without worrying about the painful day after.

Experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have researched eight tips to help get rid of a painful hangover which include submerging your face in a bowl of ice in the morning.

With holiday parties taking place across the entire month, the joys of the festivities can result in many dealing with sore heads and stomach pains the next day.

Many of us try to fight a hangover in our own way but research by the experts shows which tips actually make a difference.

Taking a mixture of home remedies and following simple morning routines like having a shower and a homemade ice facial can help make the day more tolerable.

Nic Shacklock from Online-Bedrooms.co.uk said: “While many partygoers love to enjoy the glitz and glam of Christmas parties, facing the consequences the day after is a struggle for most.

“The advice on tips on how to cure a hangover can range from genuinely beneficial tips to those which have little or no impact at all.

“This is why we wanted to narrow down which tips can help to get rid of the sore head and nausea, even if it means getting out of bed early to shower and having an iced facial first thing.

“Having plenty to eat after a boozy night can also help ease the symptoms as well as meals full of protein and vitamins the day after can help to ease the side effects.

“Feeling positive and full of energy is not a term we use to describe those suffering from a hangover - but using these tips can ease the unpleasant feelings that come after a night of partying.”

Here are eight tips from Online-Bedrooms.co.uk on how to get rid of a Christmas party hangover:

Shower in the morning

While it’s important to get plenty of rest, it doesn’t help to stay in bed all day and wait for the pain to fade. Taking a shower first thing can help you feel fresh and ready for the day ahead. Sticking to a normal routine can also help take your mind off the underlying hangover pain.

Ice facial 

It’s a trick commonly used to reduce facial puffiness, but the emerging TikTok trend has been used among many partygoers to aid the pain after a heavy night out. The cold feeling from the issue will take pressure off the sore head - repeat the dunking for 10 seconds and repeat this two to three times.

Have a full breakfast

A full breakfast can aid a hangover as the carbs and sugar will help replace the loss caused by drinking alcohol. Eggs in particular are the main ingredient to aiding the pain, as they’re full of protein and vitamins B and D which help deal with nausea.

Hot bath

Having a hot bath in the late afternoon or evening can increase your blood flow and help take your mind off the headache. You can take this further by slicing cucumbers and lemons to go for the maximum relaxation experience.

Swimming

It’s a challenge getting the motivation to exercise while experiencing a hangover, but taking a quick swim to relax your muscles can take your mind off the pain.

Fizzy drinks

Drinking lots of alcohol can result in blood thinning and then causes a pounding headache. While dehydrated, it’s important to have plenty of fluids including fizzy drinks, as the sugar can make you feel more energised. However, only rely on these drinks as those containing caffeine can result in further dehydration. (EDITOR: do not make the mistake of interspersing alcoholic drinks with fizzy, soft drinks because that can speed up the rate in which alcohol is absorbed into the blood stream. Still water can be a help, however, but not fizzy water.) 

Food before bed

Whether it’s cheesy chips or a quick slice of toast before bed, eating before hitting the pillow can help aid the pending sore head. This is because it’ll line your stomach before getting some sleep and can make you feel less dehydrated once you wake up.

Eat carbs

Increasing the amount of carbohydrates that you have can help. Even if it’s an extra slice of toast, or a filling dish such as pasta - each can help to build up your energy and defeat the sluggish feelings.

Actually, if you are suffering from any of the various lurgies that can afflict us throughout the wintertime, the above hangover remedies can also help you feel better with those nasty infections. For example an icy face bath can help to clear blocked sinuses. 

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