40+ Tips and Tricks That Can Help You Look 10 Years Younger

We all want to look youthful and vibrant, regardless of how old we actually are, and the trick is to make the necessary lifestyle changes as early as possible. Prevention is easier to manage than correction, so it’s best to start thinking about the "future you" now. Whether you’re in your 20s or 40s, or already a beautiful 60-year-old, these tips and tricks will help you look like you’re aging backward!

Exercise

Getting a daily workout in will keep your body healthier, your mind sharper, and your appearance youthful. Not to mention that proper exercise can help prepare your body for the natural changes that occur when aging. For example, focusing on balance via yoga can help make a fall in your older age much less dangerous.

According to a study done at Brigham Young University, people who work out regularly were significantly biologically younger than those who didn't exercise as much. Well, it looks like it's time to break out our running shoes!

Antioxidants

Eating antioxidants isn't only good for your overall health and disease prevention, but it can benefit your appearance too. Antioxidants prevent and treat fine lines, wrinkles, dullness, and uneven skin tone, making for overall smoother skin.

You can get your antioxidants by eating fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. It's best to have these foods every day, if possible. Blueberries have been coined the 'king of antioxidants,' so if you're a fan of these berries, feel free to stock up on them!

Don’t Use Products That Create Smoke

If you're a fan of products that fill your lungs with smoke, we're here to tell you that it's time to quit. The harmful effects those products have on the body are endless! For the sake of this topic, we'll focus on the effects these substances have on one's appearance, but the harm to health shouldn't be overlooked.

In terms of beauty, these products cause premature aging, wrinkles, stained teeth, and an odor that most people find unpleasant. So put down the lighter, it isn't worth it.

Fermented Products

Consuming fermented foods can help with digestion and inflammation. Examples of such foods are yogurt, kefir, kimchi, miso, kombucha, and sauerkraut. Beauty products with fermented extracts in them are also a good idea, as they help with calming and brightening the skin.

Look for products with fermented ginkgo biloba nut or mushroom extract. According to dermatologist Dr. Lindsey Zubritsky, a fermented beauty product "helps to keep the skin's pH healthy and balanced, supports skin's protective barrier, and alleviates irritation and dryness."