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First of all, the most important way to look younger immediately is to first put a smile on your face! A person's attitude shows through just as much as his or her physical appearance; including hair, clothing, etc. A person can be dressed immaculately from head-to-toe; but if their mouth is stuck out and they are constantly complaining: it ages them. In my opinion, a happy person will always be noticed; and they do not have to do as much to make them look younger as the negative person.

Secondly, having a healthy body and mind is most important. This has nothing to do with a person's size. Having a regular exercise program (walking, using the treadmill, going to the gym, etc.) each week, eating a healthy diet, and taking vitamins are just a start. Incorporating a form of spirituality (religion, meditation, etc.) will also be an asset to prohibit the aging process.

Keep the skin clean. Always use a cleansing lotion and moisturizer prior to using make-up (these do not have to be expensive) and can be purchased at your local drug store. Always use a moderate amount of make-up; no matter what age you are. Using excessive amounts of make-up does not hide your age. You would be surprised as to what effect the eye brows have on the entire face. Having the eye brows professionally shaped will definitely cause you to look younger instantly because some people do not realize how the brows "open" the face. For years, I would wear far too much eye brown pencil; not realizing that they were being improperly penciled. For example, I would pencil my brows to come down on the outer eye. Consequently, that caused my face to appear as if it was drooping. After having them done at a beauty salon; I was told to raise the brow up so that my face and eyes were also lifted. This resulted in an immediate deaging! Even if you cannot afford to have them done professionally; you can pluck them yourself; but most of all, keep them raised at your outer face.

In my opinion, shorter hair always makes one look younger. A simple hair-cut or for those who enjoy wearing and changing wigs (as I do); purchasing an inexpensive shoulder or ear length is very becoming. Color always adds to a youthful look.

Finally, Regaring clothing, simplicity is the "key" again. Straight lines look great on any type of figure and any age group.

To reiterate; I have shared five simple, economical ways to a healthy, youthful appearance. Most of all, as a middle-aged woman; I recommend that you do not try to look the age of your granddaughter again. Wisdom says: "Age gracefully!"

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