Our genetics and ethnicity play a big role in the aging process of our skin. But skin care experts agree there are several things we can do to delay the signs of aging. Simple lifestyle choices and daily skin care habits can set the clock back by decades. Many celebrities have discovered these anti-aging secrets, and it shows! We’ll take a look at some of Hollywood’s most exceptional agers and identify the secret behind aging gracefully.
Catherine Keener: Aging Gracefully with Daily Moisturizer
It’s hard to believe that this Oscar nominated actress, known for her role in Capote and 40 Year Old Virgin is nearing the big 6-0. Her signature freckles add a layer of youth to her already radiating complexion. Keener tells SHAPE magazine that her secret for aging gracefully is daily moisturizing. “Cracked, flaky skin is a sure sign of aging because the skin’s top layer is already dead. For added precaution, Keener says she moisturizes extra heavily in dry climates.”
Gwyneth Paltrow: Aging Gracefully with Thermage Skin Tightening
Gwyneth Paltrow has never been shy to admit she maintains her youthful look with the help of non-invasive cosmetic treatments. Paltrow told Bazaar Magazine her skin tightening secret: “I have a great dermatologist in L.A. who gave me this amazing laser treatment the last time I was there. It’s called Thermage. It’s not invasive. I went out to dinner right afterward and I didn’t look crazy…I would do it again, because I feel like it took five years off my face.”
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Jennifer Lopez: Aging Gracefully with Beauty Sleep
The triple threat of Hollywood, Jennifer Lopez who is almost 50 years old could easily be mistaken for being in her 30’s. In Style asked Lopez during an interview her number one tip for staving off the signs of aging: “The number one tip is to always get enough sleep. I can’t stress this enough. Ideally I would love to get nine or 10 hours of sleep, but either way, I always make sure I get at least eight.”
Julia Roberts: Aging Gracefully with Nightly Makeup Remover
America’s Pretty Woman is a year shy of 50, but her even skin tone and radiant complexion still radiates youth. When inquired about her skin care routine by Viva, Robert’s revealed two surprisingly simple, but incredibly important skincare habits: Applying sunblock and removing her makeup at night. Roberts, who is known for her “gnarly eyeliner” uses a makeup remover that “gets rid of every stitch of makeup.” Roberts explained that for the last 6 years, nightly makeup remover is the “one product I’ve used every day.”
Daisy Fuentes: Aging Gracefully with Botox
Daisy Fuentes, the iconic MTV personality is in her 50’s and she looks great. She’s not ashamed to admit she gets a little help from her local skin spa to smooth out crow’s feet and fine lines. Fuentes advocates cosmetic injections saying, “there’s a right time for things like Botox as you get older.” The secret is to take it slow, says Fuentes explaining “as long as you don’t go overboard with it, then you’re good.”
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