12 Detox Water Recipes For Glowing Skin & More Energy
- Emma Lisa
- Oct 18, 2021
- 18 min read
Updated: Nov 11
Want a simple way to support all-day energy, better digestion, detoxify and best of all, achieve naturally glowing skin? Detox waters are one of the easiest daily habits to refresh your body from the inside out. Infused with fresh fruits, herbs, and hydrating ingredients, I've rounded up 12 of my favourite detox water recipes that go beyond plain water for hydration. These infused water and detox recipes will reduce sugar cravings, flush out toxins, detox and keep your skin radiant. Grab you favourite pitcher or water bottle, let's make some refreshing detox infused water together!
You can thank me for this later but, water is one of the most overlooked essential macros. It isn't just a thirst quencher, this macro-nutrient is what helps your digestive system function, aids in nutrient absorption, helps flush out toxins, and the list goes on. That's why I’ve curated these 12 delicious, beauty-boosting detox water recipes that do more than quench thirst. These infused water recipes also nourish your skin and infuse subtle nutrients for hydration and a gentle detox all day long.
Why You’ll Love These Recipes
so easy to make: all you need is water + fruits / herbs / chia seeds
glow-enhancing: each infusion provides gentle nutrients that promote radiance and detox
energy support: natural combinations and hydration that help you avoid sugar crashes
customisable: swap ingredients seasonally to keep recipes fresh and exciting
Batch-prep detox water recipes and keep them in the fridge for an easy, ready-to-sip way to stay hydrated, support your body’s natural detox processes, and nourish your skin for that radiant summer glow.
How To Make Detox & Infused Water
Infused Water Recipes For Glowing Skin
The beauty of detoxifying with homemade infused water is the simplicity. There are no fancy tools or complicated steps required. All you need is your favourite jug or water bottle, fresh fruit, herbs, water and a few minutes to infuse. Let me share with you the basic method that I use to batch prep infused water for any flavour or nutritional combination. As you'll quickly learn, it's super fun and easy:
Choose Your Flavours
Start by choosing your infused water flavours. I recommend that you stick to 1-3 ingredients at a time so the taste is clean and well-balanced. Citrus fruits like lemon, lime, grapefruit or orange are the classics, but I encourage you to experiment. Reach for silica-rich cucumber, refreshing herbs such as mint or basil, juicy antioxidant-rich berries, or even a slice of ginger for a warming twist.
Prep Ingredients
Once you’ve picked your infused water ingredients, give them a good wash and a little prep. Slicing fruits thinly or lightly bruising herbs helps release their natural oils and antioxidants, so they infuse more effectively into the water. When using citrus fruit, be sure to leave on the peel and include the pith, as this is where the bulk of the nutrients are hiding. For this reason, I recommend organics for any fruit or veggies that you use. This small step makes all the difference in both flavour and benefit.
Add Water & Infuse
Next, add everything to a large jug, big mason jar, or your favourite glass water bottle. Cover the fresh ingredients with filtered drinking water and place the jug in the fridge and allow at least an hour or two for the flavours to steep. If you leave the infused water in the fridge overnight, the result is even more beneficial and usually more delicious. If you are not a fan of ice cold water, leave the infused water jug on the bench for 30 minutes to come to room temperature.
Enjoy, Detox & Refresh
When your infused detox water is ready, sip it throughout the day as a refreshing way to stay hydrated. You’ll find that you can usually top up the jug once or twice before the flavours begin to fade. After that, simply start fresh with a new batch of ingredients.
Nutritionist's Tip
Whenever possible, use a glass jug or bottle instead of plastic. Not only does it look elegant sitting on your counter or in the fridge, but it also helps preserve the pure, clean taste of your infused detox water Plastic containers can sometimes leach subtle flavours or odours, especially if reused often, which can affect both the freshness and quality of your drink. Glass is non-porous, easy to clean, and naturally better for the environment too. If you want to make your infused water become a special daily ritual, invest in a beautiful glass jug or a sturdy reusable bottle. This turns a simple daily habit into a small act of self-care.
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1. Fig & Thyme Infused Detox Water
Hormone Balancing Recipe
Fig gives a gentle sweetness to this infused water recipe and provides dietary fibre bundled with antioxidants. These help keep digestion and your blood sugar steady; two key foundations for well-balanced hormones. Figs also naturally rich in skin-loving vitamins like A, C, and K, which boost healthy cell renewal for that natural glow. Thyme, on the other hand, is a small but mighty herb with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can calm the skin from within. It's a herb that doubles as tonic for your liver, one of the body’s main detox organs, to help clear toxins more efficiently.
Fig & Thyme Infused Water Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1-2 fresh figs, sliced, peel on so use organic
1-2 small sprigs fresh thyme, use organic
1/2 tsp stevia, liquid (optional)
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
In a large glass pitcher, add the water, sliced figs and thyme. Give the water mixture a good stir and let sit for at least 10-15 minutes at room temperature or for 1-2 hours in the fridge before consuming. You can add ice after the infused water recipe has steeped if you prefer an ice cold drink. Sip throughout the day (never chug large amounts). This recipe is great to consume after a workout for a deeply nourishing recovery drink.
Detox Benefits
This fig and thyme infused water recipe combination provides gentle digestion support, is antioxidant-rich and anti-inflammatory. The blend also helps blood sugar balance, supports liver detox, promotes glowing skin.
2. Orange Chia Seed Infused Water
The Happy Guts Tonic
This tangy sweet infused water recipe uses the vitamin-C richness of oranges to create a collagen booster vitamin water. All you need is an orange and tablespoon of chia seeds to make this in a large mason jar or glass. Chop the oranges into quarter or wheels to help extract as much goodness from the pulp, pith and peel. For this reason, it is highly recommended you use organic fruit if you will be infusing the fruit peel and all.
Orange & Chia Seed Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1 orange, must be organic
1 scoop FEED {gut + skin} or your favourite probiotics
1 drop stevia, liquid
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Chop the orange into thin slices, and then, in a large pitcher, add the water and chia seeds. Stir well to avoid the chia seeds clumping. Give the water mixture a good stir, add the orange and probiotics if using, and let sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or for 1-2 hours in the fridge before consuming. You can add ice after the infused water recipe has steeped if you prefer a cold drink.
Detox Benefits
A citrusy infusion that boosts collagen production and hydration with vitamin C-rich oranges and fibre-packed chia seeds. It supports skin health, digestion, and natural energy while delivering a refreshing, nutrient-rich way to glow from the inside out.
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3. Watermelon, Lemon & Mint Detox
Sunny Day Refresher Recipe
The natural antioxidants and high water-content of watermelon massively boosts hydration for your body, making your skin give off a natural, dewy glow. Sweet, pink watermelon is also a rich source of vitamin-A and vitamin-C which both of which help restore damaged skin after it's exposed to sun, wind. Adding collagen peptides like REPAIR {gut + skin} provides the nutrients needed to help your skin stay plump and radiant, while also supporting joint health and gut lining integrity. A few leaves of refreshing mint added to this infused water recipe gives it that deliciously refreshing after taste.
Watermelon, Lemon & Mint Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1 cup fresh watermelon, cubed
2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 scoop REPAIR {gut + skin} or your favourite collagen powder
1 sprig fresh mint, use organic
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
In a large pitcher, add the water, watermelon, lemon juice and mint leaves. Give the infused water mixture a good stir and let sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or for 1-2 hours in the fridge before consuming. Add the ice after its steeped if you like a chilled drink, or for an alternative recipe, you can pop the ingredients into a high-powered blender, blitz the lot with ice to make a delicious homemade slushie. Sip this recipe throughout the day (never chug large amounts). If you really want to boost the skin nourishing effects of this recipe, add you favourite collagen peptide powder. I swear by REPAIR {gut + skin} for that added collagen boost in mine, so good!
Detox Benefits
Watermelon makes turns this infused water recipe into a deeply refreshing, hydrating drink that helps flush toxins and supports your digestion. Adding collagen with a mint combination delivers antioxidants to keep your skin glowing and your energy steady.
4. Rose Petal Infused Detox Water
Vitamin-C Rich Beauty Water
A delicate and floral infusion, this infused water recipe is perfect for sipping throughout the day to stay hydrated while enjoying a subtle, natural floral flavour. Steep fresh or edible dried rose petals in filtered water for a few hours, allowing the petals to release their antioxidants, vitamins, and delicate fragrance into the water. You can enjoy it chilled for a refreshing pick-me-up, or keep it at room temperature for a calming, soothing sip. Rose petals make infused water visually stunning and provide support for digestion, help reduce inflammation, and promote a sense of calm. This infused water recipe is a must and perfect for my daily beauty and wellness routine.
Rose Petal Detox Water Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1/4 cup rose petals, must be organic
1 scoop REPAIR {gut + skin} or your favourite collagen powder
1 drop stevia, liquid (optional)
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Place rose petals in a large glass jar of water and let them steep for up to 6 hours in the sunlight. Strain the rose water discarding the petals. Add stevia, the collagen peptides, ice (optional) and enjoy. Store in the fridge up to 2 days in a sealed mason jar. Can also be used as a facial tonic applied after freshly washing your face if you aren't a fan of the subtle rose taste.
Detox Benefits
Rose water is naturally hydrating and rich in antioxidants, helping to soothe digestion, reduce inflammation, and support radiant, glowing skin while keeping your body refreshed.
5. Grapefruit & Thyme Infused Water
Hormone-friendly Detox Recipe
Grapefruit adds a bright, tangy flavour to infused water recipes while delivering a rich dose of vitamin C, antioxidants, and flavonoids. These nutrients help to protect your skin cells from free radical damage and support collagen production. Grapefruit's natural compounds also aid digestion and gently support liver function, which is needed for detoxification and hormone balance. Thyme provides anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, helping to calm skin from the inside out while supporting overall wellness. Together, grapefruit and thyme create a refreshing, energising infused water recipe that hydrates, nourishes, and supports glowing skin and hormone-friendly detox.
Grapefruit & Thyme Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1/2 grapefruit, wedges, peel on so use organic
1 sprig fresh, thyme, use organic
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
In a large pitcher, add the water, grapefruit and thyme. Give the water mixture a good stir and let sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or for 1-2 hours in the fridge before consuming. You can add ice after its steeped if you like a chilled drink. Sip, never chug water infusions. The idea is to drip feed the skin boosting nutrients over the course of the day.
Detox Benefits
Grapefruit is rich in vitamin-C which helps support the liver to detox while at the same time, boosting your body's natural collagen production. This infused water recipe is naturally rich in antioxidants, and when combined with thyme is anti-inflammatory, aids digestion, and promotes radiant skin.
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6. Coriander & Lime Infused Water
Liver Detox & Support
This refreshing infused water recipe combines zesty lime with fresh, aromatic coriander for a water that’s both revitalising and nourishing. Lime delivers vitamin C and antioxidants that help protect skin cells, support collagen production, and gently aid detoxification. Coriander is naturally detoxifying, helping to support liver function, digestion, and the elimination of toxins, while also providing anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits for glowing skin. Love these two together, both coriander and lime create a crisp, refreshing drink that hydrates, supports hormone balance, and promotes healthy, radiant skin.
Coriander & Lime Detox Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1 lime, sliced, peel on so use organic
1 sprig fresh coriander (cilantro), organic
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Chop the lime into thing slices, and then, in a large pitcher, add the water, lime and herbs. Give the water a good stir and let sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or for 1-2 hours in the fridge before consuming. You can add ice after the infused water recipe is steeped if you prefer an ice cold drink. I like to make a big batch of this and leave in on my benchtop. Every time I pass I pour myself a glass to drip feed on the nutrients over the course of the day.
Detox Benefits
Lime is not only summery, tangy and refreshing, its antioxidant-rich, high in vitamin-C for that inner glow This combo also helps support a gentle liver detox, aids digestion support while promoting glowing skin.
7. Kiwi & Lemon Balm Infused Water
A Fruity & High Fibre Recipe
This infused water recipe combines organic kiwi (skin on) with fresh lemon balm, probiotics, and chia seeds for a refreshing, nutrient-packed drink. Let it steep in the fridge for a few hours so the flavours infuse beautifully. It's jam-packed with antioxidants, fibre, and gut-supporting probiotics making a recipe that hydrates, promotes digestion, and supports glowing skin. Lemon balm also helps regulate blood sugar making it a perfect wellness boost any time of day.
Kiwi & Lemon Balm Detox Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1 kiwi, skin on, organic
2-3 sprig lemon balm, organic
1 scoop FEED {gut + skin} or your favourite probiotics
1 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
In a large pitcher, add the chia seeds and stir well to avoid the chia seeds clumping. Give the water mixture a good stir and let sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or for 1-2 hours in the fridge before adding the remaining ingredients. You can add ice after the infused water recipe is steeped if you prefer an ice cold drink. This is another one I like to make in batches and leave in on my benchtop. Every time I pass I pour myself a glass to drip feed on the nutrients over the course of the day.
Detox Benefits
A nutrient-packed recipe with chia seeds for fibre that helps with gut health and digestion. The subtle fruity kiwi flavour hydrates the body, and delivers antioxidants and vitamin-C to help keep your skin radiant and your energy levels steady throughout the day.
8. Grapefruit & Rosemary Infused Water
Radiant Glowing Skin Recipe
This infused water recipe pairs the bright, tangy flavour of grapefruit with the aromatic, earthy notes of rosemary for a drink that’s as nourishing as it is refreshing. Grapefruit is rich in vitamin-C and antioxidants, helping to protect skin cells, support collagen production, and gently boost liver detoxification. Rosemary adds natural anti-inflammatory and circulation-supporting properties, which can help calm skin, promote healthy blood flow, and support hormone balance. I love combining grapefruit with rosemary to create a revitalising infused water recipe that really nourishing your skin, supports detox pathways, and gives me a big dose of vitamin-C all in one hit.
Grapefruit & Thyme Detox Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1/2 grapefruit, peel on so use organic
1 sprig of fresh rosemary, organic
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
In a large pitcher, add the water, grapefruit and rosemary. Give the water mixture a good stir and let sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or for 1-2 hours in the fridge before consuming. You can add ice after its steeped if you like a chilled drink. Remember, we sip, never chug water or water infusions. The idea is to drip feed the body a boost of all natural nutrients over the course of the day.
Detox Benefits
This grapefruit and rosemary infused water recipe is antioxidant-rich and anti-inflammatory. It supports collagen production, aids circulation, promotes liver detox, hormone-friendly, supports radiant skin.
9. Cucumber Strawberry Detox Water
Gentle Detoxification Recipe
This fruity infusion combines crisp cucumber, sweet strawberries, and zesty lemon for a refreshing drink that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. It is perfect for sipping throughout the day, whether at your desk, after a workout, or as a light, hydrating refreshment on warm afternoons. The combination of cucumber, strawberry, and lemon creates a naturally hydrating, antioxidant-rich drink that looks gorgeous in a glass jug making it a treat for both your body and your senses.
Cucumber Strawberry Detox Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1 English cucumber, peeled, sliced, organic
2-3 strawberries, organic, sliced
1 scoop REPAIR {gut + skin} or your favourite collagen powder
1 lemon, sliced, use organic
1 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Chop the cucumber and lemon into thin slices, and then, in a large pitcher, add the water and chia seeds. Stir well to avoid the chia seeds clumping. Give the water mixture a good stir, then add in the slices of cucumber and lemon plus the berries.. Give a good stir and let sit for 10-15 minutes at room tempo before consuming. You can add ice after its steeped, and optionally, add scoop of your favourite probiotic like my go-to, FEED {gut + skin} or your favourite probiotic. Sip all day and especially after a workout for a nourishing recovery drink.
Detox Benefits
This cucumber, strawberry, and lemon infusion naturally hydrates, delivers antioxidants, and supports gentle detoxification. It aids digestion, refreshes the body, and provides a delicious, nutrient-rich way to stay energized throughout the day.
10. Lavender & Lemon Infused Water
The Viral Spa Detox Water
The viral spa water recipe provides a calming infusion of fragrant lavender with zesty lemon for a drink that’s soothing, hydrating, and nourishing from the inside out. Lemon is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, supporting collagen production, brightening skin, and aiding gentle liver detoxification. Lavender brings natural calming and anti-inflammatory properties, helping to reduce stress (a key factor in hormone balance) and skin health. Lavender and lemon create a beautifully aromatic water that refreshes, promotes relaxation, supports glowing skin, and encourages overall wellness.
Lavender & Lemon Detox Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1 lemon, organic
1-2 sprigs of fresh, organic lavender
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Chop the lemon into thin slices, and then, in a large pitcher, add the water, lemon and lavender. Give the water a good stir and let sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or for 1-2 hours in the fridge before consuming. You can add ice after the infused water recipe is steeped if you prefer an ice cold drink.
Detox Benefits
A refreshing lavender lemon infusion that calms the mind, supports glowing skin, and aids gentle detoxification. Rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, it helps reduce stress, balance hormones, and promote overall wellness from the inside out.
11. Blackberry, Orange & Mint Infusion
Tangy & Sweet Recipe
Blackberries and lemons are super rich in vitamin C and other nutrients that naturally help support and boost collagen production in the body. These fruits help your body create its own supply with this infused water recipe, while mint provides cooling, digestive, and energising benefits. This infused water recipe helps to soothe bloating, supports healthy digestion, freshens breath, and provides a natural pick-me-up, making it the perfect addition for hydration and gut health.
Blackberry, Orange & Mint Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1/3 cup fresh or frozen blackberries, must be organic
1 scoop REPAIR {gut + skin} or your favourite collagen powder
1 spring of fresh, organic mint leaves
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
In a large pitcher, add the water, lemon wedges and mint. Give the water a good stir and let sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or for 1-2 hours in the fridge before consuming. You can add ice after the infused water recipe is steeped if you prefer an ice cold drink. Another one, I love adding REPAIR {gut + skin} for that added collagen boost with the support of vitamin-C.
Detox Benefits
This blackberry, lemon, and mint infusion boosts collagen production, supports digestion, and enhances hydration. Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, it helps reduce bloating, freshen breath, and naturally energise your body.
12. Lime Flavoured Chia Fresca Water
Refreshing & Summer Weight Loss
This light and refreshing infused water recipe combines the zesty brightness of lime with hydrating cucumber to deliver a crisp, thirst-quenching drink that nourishes the skin, improves digestion, and tops up your hydration. Lime is an excellent source of vitamin-C and antioxidants, both of which help protect skin cells and support collagen production. Hydrating cucumber is full of water, silica, and minerals to keep skin plump and glowing. Chia seeds add a gentle boost of dietary fibre and omega-3 fatty acids, helping to balance your blood sugar levels and support hormone health. The ingredients paired here create a nutrient-dense infused water recipe that refreshes, nourishes, and promotes radiant skin from the inside out.
Lime & Chia Fresca Water Recipe
Ingredients
1 litre filtered, drinking water
1 lime, sliced, peel on so use organic
2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Chop the lime into thing slices, and then, in a large pitcher, add the water, lime and chia seeds. Stir well to avoid the chia seeds clumping. Give the water mixture a good stir and let sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or for 1-2 hours in the fridge before consuming. You can add ice after the infused water recipe is steeped if you prefer an ice cold drink. I like to make a big batch of this and leave in on my benchtop. Every time I pass I pour myself a glass to drip feed on the nutrients over the course of the day.
Detox Benefits
Hydrating and antioxidant-rich, this chia lime infused water recipe also supports collagen production from the vitamin-C rich nutrients found in lime. Packed with dietary fibre from chia seeds to support your digestion, help with better blood sugar balance, in addition to being hormone-friendly and promoting glowing skin.
Recipe Suggestions & Variations
Try these infused water recipes as a starting point, and don’t be shy to experiment and make them your own. You can easily swap in a variety of fresh and in-season fruits, herbs, or citrus, add in spices and superfoods, and mix and match the flavours to create a variety of delicious, nutrient-packed drinks.
use seasonal fruits or herbs to mix and match flavours so you never get bored
try frozen fruit to both chill the water and add that natural sweetness
add chia seeds, electrolytes, or a splash of apple cider vinegar for more hydration or gut support
for a mild boost, combine two infusions (e.g. cucumber + mint + lemon)
include your favourite probiotics and collagen powder for extra nutrition
Nutritionist Notes
These infused water recipes are the perfect everyday glow habit nourishing the skin, your digestion, and keeping up that all-day energy. I find infused water especially helpful for those who often get sugar cravings or who might go hours between meals. Water is an essential macro too, and this is great way to satisfy your quote AND glow from the inside out at the same time. Aim for 1–2 infusions a day, switching up flavours to keep your body and tastebuds guessing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prep infused water ahead?
Yes! Make up a batch or a few batches of infused water first thing in the morning or the night before. They can be stored in the fridge or on your bench, just be sure to drink unrefrigerated mixes within 24 hours for best freshness.
Will the infused water flavours get too strong?
Some herbs and citrus peel might intensify if left for several hours or overnight. If you find the flavour too strong, remove those ingredients and dilute the recipe with more water to suit your taste.
Does infused water actually detox your body?
Yes, water is a vital macro nutrient, and one most overlooked. It is the pathway for many detoxification processes your body naturally goes through and helps to flush out toxins and build up. Infused water like the recipes share here, nourish and support hydration requirements, nutrient delivery, and gentle detox.
Is infused water good during menopause or PMS?
Yes! Infusions with ingredients like cucumber, berries, and herbs boost hydration with the essential nutrients needed to improve skin balance, calm the nervous system, and reduce bloating. Staying well-hydrated is especially important around your monthly cycle, as water helps replace fluids lost during menstruation, supports healthy circulation, and can reduce fatigue and cramping. Making a tall batch of infused water during this time is a wonderful way to nourish your body, ease symptoms, and provide gentle support for your overall well-being.
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Emma Lisa xx
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