Age to women is like Kryptonite to Superman. Kathy Lette

Almost nobody knows this…but…the human eye cannot “see” a wrinkle. What the eye sees is actually the shadow made by the wrinkle.

 Many don’t realize it, but there’s more to looking younger than accumulating anti-aging lotions and potions or undergoing cosmetic procedures. The secret lies in the way you present yourself to the outside world. I’m talking about your appearance.

Here are a few tips to help you appear younger:

1.  Proper diet and exercise.  (yes, we all heard it before!) I am not going to bore you here with diet and exercise.  You can research that yourself!  Exercise and a well balanced diet will produce great benefits, as will avoiding alcohol and smoking cigarettes because they will prematurely age the skin.


2. WATER:  Lots of water!! 
Drinking extra water each day will help eliminate toxins from your body. These toxins are what disrupt the natural growth and reparation of your skin and hair.
Drinking water will keep your skin and hair hydrated and smooth. For skin, water will raise elasticity and increase blood flow through the capillaries in the skin. For hair, water is the ultimate moisturizer and will promote hair growth.

3. Skin Care: Not matter what you choose a good moisturizer is important.   ALL over!  As soon as you get out of the shower, apply moisturizer on your wet skin from neck to toes...your face moisturizer is a personal preference, but I advise Retinol at least 3xs a week at night.  It is a fact that exposure to ultraviolet light, whether UVA or UVB, that is derived from sunlight, accounts for 90% of the symptoms of premature skin aging.  USE SUNCREEN 7/365!

4. Hair-color it if you are graying.  Use a sulfate free shampoo and conditioner....I also use an overnight treatment on my hair. Hair that is shiny and healthy screams young!

5. Make up-use good quality makeup...not to much, not to little...if you need help, go to a makeup artist or a good quality makeup counter will do your make up and give you tips.  Stay away from heavy eye liner, remember age appropriate!

6.  Dress appropriately...anyone who dresses like they are 16, looks older!!  You can do the trendy clothes, but keep it classic.  Classic clothes are the best .  I like Ann Taylor or Loft (I work at Loft for the clothes discount!) Skinny Jeans? YES, if you pair it with a nice cardigan set and ballet flats (heels if you can). Color jeans?  Hell Yeah!  keep the bottom one color and pair with a printed top!  Skirts? yes, no pantyhose please, but keep it either at or just above the knee.  Maxi dresses and skirts are great.  Don't be afraid of color! Color is your best friend, but make sure you know what color looks good on you! Wear a properly fitted bra or a push up.

7. Keep your brain young!  Train your brain daily.  Do crosswords, sudoku or any brain puzzles.

8.  Have young friends!  All my friends are 10-20 years younger then me!  They are my source of energy and keeping young! of course all your friends need not be young., but have a least a few.

9. Work or volunteer.

10. Keep up with current events.

NEVER EVER EVER....SAY THESE WORDS...."IN MY DAY" OR "WHEN I WAS YOUR AGE" ETC. 

Hope this helps you feel and look young!