By Julie E 
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Although there are many misconceptions regarding aging, many women still wonder how to feel and look as young on the outside as they do on the inside. And while everyone has a different idea of what it means to age gracefully (whether it’s accepting gray hair or visiting your doctor for a cosmetic operation), it is completely up to you to figure out what makes you feel good.
Aging is a push and pull. Finding routines that help you stay grounded, healthy, and self-assured is the least you can do for your trip. And you know what? Not all of those behaviors need to be related to your appearance; in fact, we advise that the majority of them not be. As we age, most of us can probably agree that feeling good comes in many different forms, and feeling good comes with looking good.
We asked dermatologists, dietitians, physicians, and others for professional self-care advice to help you manage this ever-changing balance and, most importantly, enjoy life as it comes. The advice ranged from how to alter your makeup routine to when to see a doctor to what to eat. Take what you need from these suggestions, then go out and create your own future.
Put on SPF.
According to celebrity makeup and hair artist Aaron Barry, “SPF is my number one tip for aging gracefully.” “Sun damage speeds up the aging process regardless of age, gender, race, or skin type.” More significantly, it raises the chance of skin cancer.
“Now, you can even use SPF primers to prepare your skin for makeup,” Barry continues. “I prefer to start my makeup application with the Thrive Causemetics Sunproof 3-in-1 Priming Sunscreen with SPF 37. It not only makes the ideal foundation basis, but it also hydrates, regulates oil, and—above all—protects the skin from damaging UV rays.
See Your OB-GYN Every Year
According to JoAnn Pinkerton, M.D., director of the Midlife Health Center at the University of Virginia Health System and professor of obstetrics and gynecology, women over 50 should see their OB-GYN once a year. Additionally, they ought to see someone who is knowledgeable about the menopausal transition and perimenopause.
Pinkerton also advises obtaining a colon cancer screening, getting a pap smear, getting regular blood pressure and cholesterol checks, and getting mammograms every one to two years. She advises discussing any major family history of heart disease, stroke, blood clotting, or ovarian, colon, uterine, or breast cancer with your physician. By following these procedures, you can stay healthy and, ideally, avoid or detect chronic illness before it manifests.
Lighten and Lift Eye Cosmetics
“When applying eye shadow, people frequently follow the natural contour of the eye, which can result in a droop,” says Barry. Eyeshadow is blended up and out towards the outer corner of the brow, which I use as a reference to raise the eye. As a result, the eyes appear longer and elevated.
Furthermore, Barry advises against using a lot of eyeliner. According to him, it can “look harsh and draws attention to drooping lower lids.” Instead, he advises using liner on the top inner lash line to tighten the lining of the upper eye. He claims that even if it isn’t stark, it “still frames and defines the eye.”
Be Aware of Your Cholesterol
Dr. Pinkerton cautions that varying estrogen levels can raise the risk of heart disease by increasing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, commonly referred to as “bad” cholesterol.
Make use of moisturizing and volumizing hair products.
Jessica Wall Innella, an Aloxxi stylist, says, “It is really important to remember that the hair that we had in our 20s is not the hair that we have as we transition into our 50s and beyond.” She continues by saying that you might notice changes like dryness and thinning, which can be fixed with the correct solutions.
Shab Reslan, a trichologist and HairClub hair health expert, says, “My go-to product is Maxxam’s Kiss for an amazing mousse that will provide soft hold and lift minus the stickiness.” “I adore Neuma Blow Out Mist because it’s a very lightweight thickening spray that’s meant to be sprayed all over the hair.”
Work Out Every Day
Every day, try to get in at least 30 minutes of movement. If it feels more approachable to you, you can even spread it out across little periods of time throughout the day, according to Dr. Pinkerton. Walking, mild yoga, or, if you’re feeling very fit, resistance training or pilates, are some options.
Accurately Use Contour
“The key to getting lift is the placement of contour and blush,” adds Barry. Barry advises locating your cheekbone and using a cream contour or bronzer underneath it to provide depth and shadow, then repeating the process down the jawline to make sure you’re applying it correctly. He uses the Artís Oval 6 brush to blend it out. He continues, “It gives you great definition by really hugging the shape of the cheek bone.”
Drink plenty of water.
According to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based sports and wellness dietitian Heather Mangieri, R.D.N., “water is one very important nutrient that is frequently overlooked.” She goes on to say that even mild dehydration can have a detrimental effect on mood, energy levels, and concentration. Dehydration can also cause dry skin that looks more wrinkled.
Take Care of Your Mental Health
Dr. Pinkerton advises discussing your mental health with your doctor and paying particular attention to it, particularly as menopause approaches. She advises, “Do not disregard depressive symptoms.” “Be advised that hormonal changes during the perimenopause are linked to a higher risk of depression, especially if you have experienced depression during puberty or after giving birth.”
Avoid Using Too Much Powder
“Overuse of powder, which can look cakey and drying on the skin, is a big mistake I often see,” says Barry. That’s not the effect you want, so as a final makeup step, he suggests using a very light dusting of a moisturizing, radiant product, such as BY Terry’s Hyaluronic Hydra-Powder. “It minimizes pores, fills in fine lines, reduces shine, blurs imperfections, and keeps the skin hydrated without drying you out,” he continues.
Learn about the Menopause
One of the most significant life transitions a person can go through, menopause, is not discussed enough in society. However, it should not be a taboo topic, and it is your responsibility to actively explore it and talk about it with your friends, family, and doctor in order to help alter that (and make the process simpler for yourself).
Consume a Calcium Supplement
According to Dr. Pinkerton, “you may start to lose bone density more quickly with declining estrogen levels after menopause, which can increase risk of osteoporosis.” This raises the chance of fracture, so it’s critical to make sure you’re getting enough calcium to stay strong.
Get Enough Rest
When you’re young and have time to heal, it’s easy to take it easy. However, sleep becomes essential to living life to the fullest as you become older. In order to be alert and focused, Dr. Pinkerton advises you to “make it a priority” to get at least seven to eight hours of sleep each night.
Although there are many misconceptions regarding aging, many women still wonder how to feel and look as young on the outer as they do on the inside. And while everyone has a different idea of what it means to age gracefully (whether it’s accepting gray hair or visiting your doctor for a cosmetic operation), it is completely up to you to figure out what makes you feel good.
Aging is a push and pull. Finding routines that help you stay grounded, healthy, and self-assured is the least you can do for your trip. And you know what? Not all of those behaviors need to be related to your appearance; in fact, we advise that the majority of them not be. As we age, most of us can probably agree that feeling good comes in many different forms, and feeling good comes with looking good.
We asked dermatologists, dietitians, physicians, and others for professional self-care advice to help you manage this ever-changing balance and, most importantly, enjoy life as it comes. The advice ranged from how to alter your makeup routine to when to see a doctor to what to eat. Take what you need from these suggestions, then go out and create your own future.
Put on SPF.
According to celebrity makeup and hair artist Aaron Barry, “SPF is my number one tip for aging gracefully.” “Sun damage speeds up the aging process regardless of age, gender, race, or skin type.” More significantly, it raises the chance of skin cancer.
“Now, you can even use SPF primers to prepare your skin for makeup,” Barry continues. “I prefer to start my makeup application with the Thrive Causemetics Sunproof 3-in-1 Priming Sunscreen with SPF 37. It not only makes the ideal foundation basis, but it also hydrates, regulates oil, and—above all—protects the skin from damaging UV rays.
See Your OB-GYN Every Year
According to JoAnn Pinkerton, M.D., director of the Midlife Health Center at the University of Virginia Health System and professor of obstetrics and gynecology, women over 50 should see their OB-GYN once a year. Additionally, they ought to see someone who is knowledgeable about the menopausal transition and perimenopause.
Pinkerton also advises obtaining a colon cancer screening, getting a pap smear, getting regular blood pressure and cholesterol checks, and getting mammograms every one to two years. She advises discussing any major family history of heart disease, stroke, blood clotting, or ovarian, colon, uterine, or breast cancer with your physician. By following these procedures, you can stay healthy and, ideally, avoid or detect chronic illness before it manifests.
Lighten and Lift Eye Cosmetics
“When applying eye shadow, people frequently follow the natural contour of the eye, which can result in a droop,” says Barry. Eyeshadow is blended up and out towards the outer corner of the brow, which I use as a reference to raise the eye. As a result, the eyes appear longer and elevated.
Furthermore, Barry advises against using a lot of eyeliner. According to him, it can “look harsh and draws attention to drooping lower lids.” Instead, he advises using liner on the top inner lash line to tighten the lining of the upper eye. He claims that even if it isn’t stark, it “still frames and defines the eye.”
Be Aware of Your Cholesterol
Dr. Pinkerton cautions that varying estrogen levels can raise the risk of heart disease by increasing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, commonly referred to as “bad” cholesterol.
Make use of moisturizing and volumizing hair products.
Jessica Wall Innella, an Aloxxi stylist, says, “It is really important to remember that the hair that we had in our 20s is not the hair that we have as we transition into our 50s and beyond.” She continues by saying that you might notice changes like dryness and thinning, which can be fixed with the correct solutions.
Shab Reslan, a trichologist and HairClub hair health expert, says, “My go-to product is Maxxam’s Kiss for an amazing mousse that will provide soft hold and lift minus the stickiness.” “I adore Neuma Blow Out Mist because it’s a very lightweight thickening spray that’s meant to be sprayed all over the hair.”
Work Out Every Day
Every day, try to get in at least 30 minutes of movement. If it feels more approachable to you, you can even spread it out across little periods of time throughout the day, according to Dr. Pinkerton. Walking, mild yoga, or, if you’re feeling very fit, resistance training or pilates are some options.
Accurately Use Contour
“The key to getting lift is the placement of contour and blush,” adds Barry. Barry advises locating your cheekbone and using a cream contour or bronzer underneath it to provide depth and shadow, then repeating the process down the jawline to make sure you’re applying it correctly. He uses the Artís Oval 6 brush to blend it out. He continues, “It gives you great definition by really hugging the shape of the cheek bone.”
Drink plenty of water.
According to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based sports and wellness dietitian Heather Mangieri, R.D.N., “water is one very important nutrient that is frequently overlooked.” She goes on to say that even mild dehydration can have a detrimental effect on mood, energy levels, and concentration. Dehydration can also cause dry skin that looks more wrinkled.
Take Care of Your Mental Health
Dr. Pinkerton advises discussing your mental health with your doctor and paying particular attention to it, particularly as menopause approaches. She advises, “Do not disregard depressive symptoms.” “Be advised that hormonal changes during the perimenopause are linked to a higher risk of depression, especially if you have experienced depression during puberty or after giving birth.”
Avoid Using Too Much Powder
“Overuse of powder, which can look cakey and dry on the skin, is a big mistake I often see,” says Barry. That’s not the effect you want, so as a final makeup step, he suggests using a very light dusting of a moisturizing, radiant product, such as BY Terry’s Hyaluronic Hydra-Powder. “It minimizes pores, fills in fine lines, reduces shine, blurs imperfections, and keeps the skin hydrated without drying you out,” he continues.
Learn about the Menopause
One of the most significant life transitions a person can go through, menopause, is not discussed enough in society. However, it should not be a taboo topic, and it is your responsibility to actively explore it and talk about it with your friends, family, and doctor in order to help alter that (and make the process simpler for yourself).
Consume a Calcium Supplement
According to Dr. Pinkerton, “you may start to lose bone density more quickly with declining estrogen levels after menopause, which can increase risk of osteoporosis.” This raises the chance of fracture, so it’s critical to make sure you’re getting enough calcium to stay strong.
Get Enough Rest
When you’re young and have time to heal, it’s easy to take it easy. However, sleep becomes essential to living life to the fullest as you get older. In order to be alert and focused, Dr. Pinkerton advises you to “make it a priority” to get at least seven to eight hours of sleep each night.