Time flies by when you are in your 20s, and in the blink of an eye you are looking at your fine lines and gray hair here and there. Then before you know it, you are trying to find ways on how to look younger after 40. However, this should not make you fret; since even in your 40s you can still look youthful (after all you are only as old as you feel). It might take more effort than it would have taken some 10 years ago, but the outcome will not only surprise you but also make you feel wonderful.
Secrets to Look Younger After 40
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Restyle your wardrobe
It’s time to finally go through your closet and do some cleaning up. Give away old clothes that don’t flatter your body type or have gone out of style, and replace them with some fresh pieces. Fashion changes and so do our bodies, so if you choose the appropriate wardrobe you will look younger by at least 10 years.
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Proper skin care
Start every day with face yoga to strengthen the muscles on your face and get the blood flowing for that natural and healthy complexion. Use a moisturizer on your face, neck, and hands every day. And if you are up to it you can also use it all over your body after a shower. And if you really really want to look younger after 40, never go outside without appropriate SPF factor on since sun rays are a known cause of premature aging.
Clean your face with non-abrasive and gentle cleansers, but also make sure that they’re appropriate for your skin type. Avoid heavy makeup during the hot weather to stop pores clogging which can cause inflammation.
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Get your hair and nails done
A new haircut or color can change a lot of your features and also give you a younger, fresher look, not to mention it will remove the grays from your hair. Just choose several hairstyles and consult with your hairdresser to make sure that your new look will be perfect for your face type. Get yourself mani-pedis on a regular basis since that will take care of your hands and feet. Nail polish will also make you look younger, so choose some of the trendy colors like classic red or even burgundy.
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Dermal Fillers
There are so many cosmetic treatments today that you can even choose between surgical ones and those that will give you temporary results with less aggressive procedures. One of the best-suited treatments for volume restoration is dermal fillers which can last anywhere from 3 months to 12 months. You can use them for the area around your eyes and mouth, and if you really want, you can restore some volume to your lips. Who said you have to look like a duck with lip fillers?
“Lip enhancements have become very popular for young women,” explain experts from Silkwood Medical. “Fillers that restore fullness in other areas of the face are usually more suited to patients who want to look younger after 40, or are older and have experienced a loss of volume due to aging.” And the best thing is that they rarely cause reactions since they use natural substances already present in our skin like hyaluronic acid and collagen.
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Water and healthy lifestyle
It’s already present everywhere, but it’s never too much to stress out the importance of physical activity in our lives. As we age, fatty tissues form more easily and our muscles lose their volume. Although this means that we will have to work out harder than in our 30s to keep that toned body, there is more to it than that.
A healthy lifestyle keeps certain conditions away, like cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and osteoporosis. It’s important to respect the daily water intake of 6-8 glasses in order to keep your body hydrated and running. Also, pay attention to the foods you eat and lower the sodium intake since that can negatively affect your skin and cause under-eye bags.
In the end
We take aging really seriously by trying to evade it, but actually, we should just accept it. The moment you do so, you will start feeling younger and better about yourself. And with some changes to your lifestyle and skin care routine, you will be able to beat the signs of aging and rejuvenate your body and soul.
About the Author
Helen Bradford is a journalism student who’s always looking out for the next big topic to write on. She enjoys blogging about beauty, health and trending styles for women. When she’s not giving her two cents on her interests, you’ll find her either at the gym or sunbathing at some exotic destination.
