Look Younger Naturally

March 23, 2010 by amber  
Filed under Anti-Aging Strategies

Every one of us fears growing old. Not only does this mean that life becomes a tad harder, it also means that our skin is not as youthful and wrinkle-free as it once was. Many resort to buying ineffective lotions and potion or even “going under the knife” to retain their youthful appearance. Nevertheless, there are plenty of pain-free, natural methods to look younger that you can use to look younger, some methods can be even done at home.  

Easy Ways to Look Younger

Here are some easy ways to look younger naturally:

Wear the right type of make-up

One problematic issue that ages a woman is the type of make-up you use. Getting the right type of make-up for your face can be a difficult process. As a rule of thumb, when choosing lipstick shades, do not opt for brown shades. Matte lipsticks have a tendency to add on the years. Instead, opt for the creamier lipsticks or glosses. There are plenty of make-up brands that offer non-sticky glosses, so go ahead for that pouty appeal.

You will want to choose creamy blushes and eye-shadows.  If you choose matte blushes and eye-shadows you will look older than you really are. However, the creamy blushes and eye shadows tend to make skin look plump and healthy.  

Define your eyes

Curl your eyelashes to make your eyes “pop”. It is possible to curl eyelashes after you have applied mascara. Ensure that the mascara has dried well before curling your eye lashes. Curled long eye lashes will definitely define your eyes and make them 10 times larger.

Do not thin out your eyebrows

One mistake that is made by both genders is over-plucking. This can be an awful mistake for the young too. Keep in mind that eyebrows grow less as you grow older. Thus, if over-plucked it is possible you might end up with the very same shape for a long time. If you decide to rebel and do end up over-plucking then there are several ways to undo it. Using an eyebrow pencil to fill in is one of the quickest ways to undo your mistake. If you do not have an eye pencil, use a matching shade of eye-shadow instead.

Healthy teeth and gums

Over time, teeth can become yellow from coffee, wine or other types of stains. White teeth are a good way of looking younger as it gives a sign of being healthy. Over-the-counter whitening teeth strips or even a trip to the dentist can bring out your pearly whites.

Get a good night’s rest

Having a good night’s sleep is an amazingly easy method to look and even feel younger. A proper sleeping pattern will ensure you do not have puffy eyes and dull skin, don’t discount the importance of proper rest to give you more energy and vitality.

Other Ways to Look Young

There are several other methods of looking younger without opting for plastic surgery.

Thermage

If you want that to have a face-lift without the pain, then opt for Thermage. Although the procedure is rather pricey, it is well worth the results.

Thermage is a radio frequency treatment that tightens the skin and helps stimulate collagen production. It is ideal for those who are afraid of going through the pain of surgery as the procedure is not invasive and requires no recovery time at all.

Opt for a Massage

According to aesthetician Joanna Czech, whose regular clients are Uma Thurman and Kate Winslet, a massage is essential if you want to look younger. It is useful if you want to keep your skin nice and firm. You can go for massages at any age. Furthermore, it is cheaper than Thermage.

Massaging is an excellent way to give your face muscles a work out. This is ideal for improving blood circulation, which in turn enhances the nutrients and oxygen being delivered. Due to this, collagen fibres within the skin retain their elasticity making skin look and feel younger.

It is best to have regular facials in order to maintain healthy skin. In addition, it is an excellent method of minimizing cellulite as well.

Balanced Diet is Essential

Your diet can affect how old you look. Certain types of food can cause skin to age by increasing inflammation and free radical production. Nevertheless, there are certain types of food that work in exactly the opposite way; thus, slowing down the process of aging.

 Opt for “white-colored” seafood, and green or white non-starchy vegetables. Food that is high in carbohydrates or fat only accelerates the aging process; thus, steer clear of these types of food.

It is always best to opt for natural methods to look younger as it would be less stressful for you and your skin. Adding natural methods to your daily regiment takes a little effort, but the end result is fully worth the time.

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