Looking younger than your age is something that many of us can admit we’d like. And while age is nothing to be ashamed of, there’s nothing wrong with looking a little younger, right? A few wrinkles here and there aren’t necessarily the end of the world, yet if we can prevent them and maintain our youthful glow, then there’s nothing holding us back. 

By adapting the right habits and making smart lifestyle choices you can keep your skin glowing and your body strong well into your senior years.  Here are some of the best tips to help you look younger than you actually are.

Take Care of Your Skin

Your skin is the first place where people will notice your age. That’s why skin care should be a priority to help maintain a youthful glow. A good skin care routine helps prevent deep wrinkles, and maintain a glowing complexion. Your skin care routine should involve a daily cleanser, moisturizer, and of course sunblock. Yes, even when conditions are cloudy, you should protect your skin. This is because even on cloudy days UVB rays can penetrate your skin, and ultimately damage it.

In addition to the basics, you should also consider incorporating something like retinol. A daily retinol treatment can significantly preserve your skin over time, and reduce age spots and wrinkles.

Eat Well

There’s something to be said for the age-old saying, “you are what you eat.”  Eating a well balanced diet rich in vitamins and antioxidants can make a difference in your overall physique. Not only will you keep your weight in check, but you’ll also find your skin is that much more radiant, and you’ll have shinier hair. 

Not to mention, you’ll be much more energetic.  Eating heavy foods that are highly processed can ultimately accelerate the aging process and make you look and feel older than you actually are.

Stay Active

Staying active is critical when it comes to staying healthy. Regular exercise helps your body stay strong, and also helps your brain stay healthy. Moving your body promotes blood flow to the brain, and can even combat mental health issues. Staying active doesn’t necessarily mean you need to run 5 kilometers a day either. Something as simple as a brisk walk once a day can increase your endorphins, and keep your muscles strong

Ideally, in addition to low impact cardio, you should also consider additional strength training. Lifting weights or working with your own body weight can increase your muscle mass, and even improve posture and your bone density.

Get Sleep

If there’s one thing that can make you look immediately older, it’s getting a poor night’s sleep!  Try to get at least 7 hours of sleep at night, and you’ll find that you’re significantly more energized, and your skin looks much brighter. 

You’ll shine from the inside out, and you’ll even find that your mind works much better.  Since cognitive decline is a major concern for seniors, keeping your brain healthy and rested is a must.