From around the age of 25 the first signs of aging start to become apparent on the surface of the skin. Fine lines appear first and wrinkles, a loss of volume and a loss of elasticity become noticeable over time. Our skin ages for a variety of different reasons.

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However, overexposure to the sun is detrimental to the skin and too much sun can damage skin cells, causing the skin to develop age spots and become badly wrinkled, saggy, baggy and leather-like in appearance, which in turn makes you look a lot older.

9 Ways to Wake Up a Tired Face

1. Cold brew your face and body. No hitting the snooze button.
2. Moisturize while skin is damp. Timing and technique matter.
3. Freshen eyes ASAP.
4. Fake your best skin.
5. Blush, don’t bronze.
6. Lighten up on eye makeup, but don’t ignore it.
7. Shake up your hair.
8. Wear cheerful vibrant colors.

Summary: Even though most adults want to avoid looking older than their actual age, new research shows that looking older does not necessarily point to poor health. The study found that a person needed to look at least 10 years older than their actual age before assumptions about their health could be made.

Under nutrition, an emaciated face and losing weight, are factors which make one look older than the chronological age. Dryness makes skin lose elasticity and look wrinkled, adding years to one’s age. Sometimes very obese people also look older. Early wrinkles or sagging skin can also be due to exposure to hot water.

36 Beauty Expert-Recommended Secrets to Looking Younger

1. Ask your colorist for warm tones.
2. Fake fuller lips.
3. Wear sunscreen on your face and neck.
4. Use an acid peel 1-2 times a week.
5. Embrace thick brows.
6. Use castor oil on your brows.
7. Choose a pink or peachy blush with golden shimmer.
8. Don’t skimp on skincare products.

Too-dark hair Nothing ages you more than hair that is too dark. In fact, as we age, hair should lighten not darken – that is why nature does it for us with those annoying gray strands. Severe dark hair can cast shadows on your face emphasizing lines and wrinkles.

“A shade or two lighter [than your natural one] can be very flattering, especially because skin gets more sallow with age, and a few streaks can wake it up. But going too light can be just as aging as going too dark.

11 Foods That Can Help You Look Younger

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Extra virgin olive oil is one of the healthiest fats on earth.
• Green Tea. Green tea is high in antioxidants, which can protect against free radicals.
• Fatty Fish. Fatty fish is truly an anti-aging food.
• Dark Chocolate/Cocoa.
• Vegetables.
• Flaxseeds.
• Pomegranates.
• Avocados.