Welcome to GLW Insiders! We put KG’s infamous lemon water recipe, using the Sera & Mattina HyDrops to the test with our GLW Insiders — and their honest feedback did not disappoint.
Key Takeaways
- Hydration became a daily habit. Most participants quickly incorporated Hydrops into their morning routine and looked forward to starting their day with lemon water.
- More consistent hydration. Users reported feeling better hydrated throughout the day, especially after workouts, busy schedules, and time spent in the heat.
- Steadier energy and overall wellness. Many noticed feeling more energized, refreshed, and experiencing fewer mid-day energy slumps.
- Visible skin benefits. Several participants experienced improvements in dry skin, dry lips, and overall skin hydration.
- Simple, clean formula. The unflavored drops were a standout feature, allowing users to enjoy electrolytes and 70+ ionic trace minerals without added sugars or artificial flavors.
- Easy to use. The simple “add to water” format made it effortless to stay consistent.
- The GLW Pink Lemon Squeezer was a favorite. Insiders praised its quality, durability, ease of use, and attractive design, with some saying it replaced their previous lemon squeezers.
- Consistency delivered the best results. Participants found the benefits became more noticeable with daily use and some even noticed a difference when they skipped a day.
- Highly recommended. Across all reviews, participants said they would continue using Hydrops and would recommend them to friends and family.
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Below are the individual reviews:
Jennifer
First Impressions
The pink lemon squeezer is so cute and feels very high quality and durable. The Hydrops came packaged well because they are glass (which is always better than plastic packaging!).
I have always wanted to try Sera and Mattina. I have specifically been wanting to try their Hydrops because I have only ever had flavoured (sugar) electrolytes, and these stand out because they don’t have those extra ingredients.
My goal is to be the most hydrated version of myself!
Weeks 1–2
It has been fairly easy incorporating the products into my routine. I was actually excited to wake up and have my lemon water and add my Hydrops.
I noticed I didn’t feel as hungry after having the water. Usually I wake up starving, but the lemon water filled me up until I could make a proper breakfast.
I love that the Hydrops have no taste, yet so many benefits. I genuinely don’t know there is anything other than lemon in my water, yet there are so many good minerals.
So far, I haven’t experienced any challenges or side effects.
Midpoint Check-In
At this point, I would say my results are mainly in how I feel. I wake up craving my lemon water. It doesn’t feel like I am starting my day properly without it anymore.
I have been very consistent, but I was away for a weekend and unable to use it. I felt like I noticed a difference. When I got back home, I used my Hydrops that day, and I don’t know if it’s placebo, but I really feel like I felt more hydrated right away.
It has absolutely been helping my mood. I also think the vitamin C from the lemon has been good for my immune system because many people around me have been catching colds, but I’ve been fine.
At this point, I would definitely recommend both products. The lemon squeezer is SO cute, but it’s also incredibly functional. I had a similar one in the past, but this one is just much better quality. I highly recommend the Hydrops for anyone trying to add electrolytes to their routine. The fact that they don’t have any sugar or flavours (genuinely no taste) is incredible!
Final Thoughts
By the end of the experience, the lemon water and Hydrops became the first thing I consumed every morning. It really became part of my routine easily, and I enjoyed it. I definitely feel more hydrated and feel so much better having lemon water first thing in the morning opposed to coffee. I also have naturally dry skin, and I feel like some of the dryness and texture on my forehead has gone away.
The products definitely met my expectations. In fact, my expectations were actually exceeded with the lemon squeezer. It’s even cuter in person and really just feels so durable.
I will definitely continue using this product. The lemon water is part of my routine now, and I don’t plan to give it up. I may not continue with the Hydrops every single day, but I will absolutely be buying another bottle.
If you’re thinking about trying them, give it a shot! I have heard so much about lemon water first thing in the morning, and it’s a wonderful thing to add to your routine. If you’re looking for electrolytes, Hydrops are great because they don’t have the added flavours and sugars, so they feel a lot healthier.
Overall, documenting my experience has been fun. With these specific products, it has been more about how I feel than how I look. But I have been feeling really good since incorporating them, and I do feel more hydrated for sure.
Valeria
First Impressions
My first impression was that the packaging felt clean, premium, and thoughtfully designed. I appreciated the glass bottle and dropper, and the directions were very simple. Adding two droppers to water made it easy to start using right away.
The included lemon squeezer was also a fantastic addition—it was high quality, very easy to use, and made adding fresh lemon to my water effortless.
Why I Wanted to Try It
I live an active lifestyle and spend a lot of time in the Florida heat, so hydration is something I prioritize. I was excited to try a product that provides both electrolytes and over 70 ionic trace minerals without added sugar or artificial ingredients.
My main goals were to support better daily hydration, replenish minerals after workouts, and help maintain consistent energy throughout busy days.
The First Few Weeks
Incorporating the product into my routine has been very easy. I simply add two droppers to my morning water, and on workout days I sometimes use it afterward as well.
One of the first things I noticed was that I became much more intentional about staying hydrated. Drinking enough water felt easier, and I felt refreshed throughout the day.
My favorite part about using the product is that it is unflavored and mixes easily into water without being overly sweet. It fits naturally into my routine.
I have not experienced any negative side effects. The mineral taste is subtle and disappears once it’s diluted in enough water.
Midpoint Check-In
By the middle of the month, I felt more consistently hydrated and noticed I recovered a little better after workouts and long workdays.
I have been very consistent with using the product, taking it daily, usually first thing in the morning.
I also noticed I felt more hydrated and a little more energized during the day, especially on active days.
At this point, I would absolutely recommend the product to a friend. I think it is a great option for someone looking for a clean electrolyte and mineral supplement without added sugars.
Final Thoughts After 30 Days
After a month, staying hydrated has become much more consistent. I feel better overall, particularly after busy days and workouts.
The product met my expectations. It delivered exactly what I hoped for by making hydration simple and providing quality minerals in an easy daily routine.
What surprised me most was how quickly it became part of my routine and how much I appreciated having an unflavored option.
I definitely plan to continue using the product. It has become an easy wellness habit that I plan to continue.
If you’re thinking about trying it, my advice is to be consistent with it and drink plenty of water. Like most wellness products, the benefits are best appreciated with daily use.
Looking back, documenting my journey really helped me notice things I otherwise might not have. It made me recognize how much more consistent I had become with my hydration habits over the course of the month.
Lauren
First Impressions
Hydration and electrolyte support are vital to my health journey, and the pink squeezer has been a wonderful addition to our kitchen.
Weeks 1–2
I began using the products during a skin flare and found them easy to incorporate, averaging about five days a week.
Within the first few days, I noticed an immediate improvement in my chronically dry lips. The Hydrops made a visible difference in my skin’s hydration, and the GLW squeezer is significantly easier to use than others I have tried.
While I am still working on making it a daily habit, adding it to my morning routine has greatly improved my hydration levels.
Midpoint Check-In
By the middle of the month, my skin felt glowier, and I enjoyed starting my day with hydration and sunlight.
The lemon squeezer quickly became a household favorite—my husband began using it daily for his lemon water and apple cider vinegar.
The products continued to help with dryness, and I have already recommended the drops to my mother.
Final Reflections
My household is officially obsessed with the GLW lemon squeezer; my husband actually trashed our old one in favor of yours.
The Hydrops provide effective internal hydration without any strange aftertaste, and the fact that they don’t require a frother makes them extremely convenient.
I did notice that consistency is key, as my dry lips returned on days I skipped the drops.
Overall, I would highly recommend these products to anyone looking for effective, tasteless hydration support.
Terri
Getting Started
Everything felt clean and simple. Nothing overdone.
The lemon squeezer actually works really well (better than any I’ve tried), and the Hydrops were easy to start using right away. I also love that they are unflavored.
Honestly, I just wanted to get better about hydration. I get bored with plain water, so lemon water felt like an easy fix. This made it feel more like a routine instead of something I have to force.
My goals were simple: drink more water, feel less drained, and stick to something consistently.
Weeks 1–2
Incorporating the products into my routine was super easy. Lemon water in the morning just became a habit pretty fast.
I noticed I was drinking way more water without even thinking about it. It just feels more refreshing.
My favorite part has been the routine itself. Especially doing it in the morning—it just feels good and kind of sets the tone for the day. I also love taking it to the beach!
I haven’t experienced any issues.
Midpoint Check-In
By the middle of the month, I felt more consistently hydrated and noticed less of that mid-day slump feeling.
I’ve stayed pretty consistent because it’s so easy to use.
Overall, I have more steady energy and just feel better.
At this point, I would definitely recommend it. It’s simple, but it works, and it’s something you’ll actually keep doing.
Final Thoughts
After 30 days, I’m definitely drinking more water and actually staying hydrated. It feels like second nature now.
The products met my expectations. They did exactly what I wanted and were super easy to incorporate into my routine.
The biggest surprise was how much I enjoy it. I didn’t expect to look forward to it every morning.
I’ll definitely keep using it.
If I had one piece of advice, it would be: don’t overthink it. Just do it consistently.
Looking back, documenting my experience made me realize how much better I feel when I’m actually hydrated.
It has honestly become the perfect morning refresher. I’ve been doing lemon water every morning with Hydrops, and it’s become my favorite part of the day. Especially here at the beach, it just feels really good, really simple, and I actually stay hydrated.
Sunny
Getting Started
Incorporating the product into my routine has been extremely easy! Much easier than opening any electrolyte package. I have the product on my kitchen counter and can add hydration to any beverage within a matter of seconds.
Weeks 1–2
I found myself using it a lot more than I expected. I used up this product quickly within about two months, which I expected! I had no bad side effects or anything while using this product.
My favorite part has been the ease. Simple and effective!
I have not experienced any challenges or side effects.
Midpoint Check-In
At this point, I have not experienced any noticeable changes. I do not have a good way to measure my hydration, but I do feel better knowing that I can add in this supplement daily with ease and no side effects.
I have been very consistent, using it once a day, every day, with water or in my morning protein shake.
I have not noticed any difference besides mentally feeling better knowing I have added hydration to my water.
I would 100% recommend the product. It is easy to use and good for the body.
Final Thoughts
After 30 days, the lemon juice squeezer is the easiest tool I have. It works so perfectly with the lemon, and I use it every single day! The Hydrops last a long time and are tasteless, so they can be snuck into any beverage.
The product met my expectations. I expected the ease of use and was pleasantly met with expectations. It is tasteless and easy to drink, with no aftertaste or anything.
What surprised me most was how I did not get sick of it after a few uses. This is a product I continued to use daily and would want to purchase again.
I definitely plan to repurchase.
If you’re thinking about trying it, I think it is worth the money. You can bring it anywhere—travel, work, or the gym. I’d highly recommend it.
Looking back, it’s hard to measure my hydration, but from personal experience I can say it’s easy to use, tasteless so it’s easy to put into any beverage, and well worth the money compared to sugary electrolytes.
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