He chose a 90‑hour fast for his birthday, a move that he says left him with a clearer complexion and a razor‑sharp mind.
The fast wasn’t a random act of rebellion; it was a deliberate experiment. He began with a light, 30‑minute walk, drank a glass of water, and then shut his kitchen doors shut. Throughout the 90 hours he kept a steady stream of electrolytes – a pinch of sea salt in a glass of coconut water – and a few sips of plain water whenever the craving hit, but no solid food at all.
What changed the most, according to him, was the skin’s reaction. “When I finally ate a balanced meal after the fast, my skin felt instantly smoother, less oily, and the fine lines around my eyes looked less pronounced,” he wrote. He also noted an unexpected mental clarity: “I could concentrate on a project for hours without the usual mental fog that creeps in after a heavy lunch.”
Of course, a four‑day hunger test isn’t for everyone. The body can become dehydrated, blood sugar can dip, and people with chronic conditions or on medication should tread carefully. “If you’re thinking about it, talk to a doctor first,” he cautions.
Trying it yourself doesn’t have to mean a full 90 hours. Start with a 24‑hour fast, keep the electrolytes flowing, and keep your regular skincare routine – cleanse, moisturise, and apply SPF. Notice how your skin feels after you break the fast: does it look more vibrant? Does your mind feel clearer? Those are the real signs of a successful reset.
Ready to give it a go? Pick up a bottle of low‑sodium electrolyte drink from the pharmacy, schedule a quiet morning, and set a timer for 24 hours. If you’re comfortable, stretch it out to a 48‑hour fast over the weekend. Keep a journal of how you feel and how your skin reacts. By the end, you’ll know whether this birthday burn‑off is the self‑care ritual you’ve been missing.
Bottom line: a 90‑hour fast can be a powerful reset for both skin and mind, but start small, stay hydrated, and listen to what your body tells you.