While on average we all live longer, no one wants to look older, especially in this modern, fast-paced society. Ironically, this same fast pace can also cause stress and age us as well. A youthful attitude and bearing can go a long way towards maintaining or getting employment, as well as keeping a social life and attracting people of similar interests.

Also, it seems to be more acceptable for men to show age as it is still looked upon as being distinguished. However, there is nothing wrong with men showing interest in looking younger, and they can utilize the gender neutral tips given below.

1. Get a good night's sleep: Nothing ages you more on the spot than not getting enough sleep. By the same token, getting proper rest is the least expensive and quickest way to look younger instantly. Proper sleep does not just mean a certain amount of hours (which will vary from person to person), but also means quality of rest. Get rid off distractions in your bedroom, such as electronics; whether you use them for pleasure (TV), or work (computers).

2. Don't be afraid of color: While most people tend to be most comfortable with neutral colors, they can also come across as dated, safe or even boring. You don't have to be a circus clown, but try adding a splash of color to your wardrobe with bold accessories. A funky necklace, scarf, belt, watch etc. from a current color palette updates your look instantly and shows you are in style, but you can still maintain your class.

3. Get rid off the gray hair: You don't have to color your whole head of hair or change your hair color completely. On the contrary, simple highlights look much more natural, especially as the hair grows. To maintain your hair between hair appointments, you can use simple products such as hair mascara.

Just For Men has a great product line for males who want to to maintain a younger appearance, without looking fake. For men who wear beards there are also simple brush-in treatments that cover gray in a very natural and subtle manner.

4. Keep your smile bright: You don't need to schedule expensive treatments with a dentist, there are simple over the counter methods you can use, such as whitening strips. The older we get, the more our teeth show our life time consumption of coffee, tea and red wine. Of course keeping these products to a minimum in our diet will help our youthful appearance.

5. Wear appropriate make-up: Ladies, even if you have an aversion to make-up and like the natural look, the older you get the more years you can subtract with the proper use of cosmetics. For eyes, stay away from bold colors as they will make you look stuck in a time warp. In this case, neutral shades are the way to go and keep the bold colors set aside in your wardrobe. However, when choosing lipstick shades stay away from any that will have a brown undertone.

If your skin is dry, use creamy products as powders will settle in the skin's creases and emphasize your age instead of distract from it.

These are five simple steps anyone can take to look younger instantly. However, to feel young as well carry yourself upright and with confidence, smile and associate with people who are young at heart themselves.

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