| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/11/2008 6:59:07 AM | Attitude is a lot of it. Being able to laugh helps a lot. Knowing how to dress a little younger than your age but not too far below makes a difference. Not letting the greys take over is another essential tool.
I know a lot of people I went to high school with who are now grandmothers. I have 9 year olds at home, so I always tell them that they are older than me since they are grandparents and I have elementary age children. Being around kids seems to be one of my secrets.
I don't smoke and am not in smokey areas.
Genetics and luck then kick in. | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/14/2008 5:07:46 AM | STAY THE FREAK OUT OF THE SUN!!!! Major rule #1!! lol
AVOID STRESS.....yeah,right...it is true. Until this summer,when all Hades broke loose,I had no wrinkles around my eyes Rule #2
I smoked for years without any adverse effects~well, between the coffee,Diet Pepsi,and iced tea,along with the smokes,my teeth are a lovely beige I also drink alot of beer.
I think those habits along with your eating habits will affect you more so based on your genetics. | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/16/2008 7:12:15 PM | I do not look my age. I don't smoke, don't drink or do much of anything else excessively. I think things in moderation are okay. There's an old bar saying that some women look like old saddles: rode hard & put up wet!  | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/17/2008 11:21:43 AM | I just turned 41.
I don't smoke.
I drink socially.
I exercise...cardio kickboxing, rollerblading, dancing and whatever the boys want to do.
I eat well..home cooked meals and fresh fruit/veg...and some junk food...I eat til I am full not stuffed.
I get 8 h0urs sleep most nights.
I am positive.
I have family and many friends.
Life is to enjoy! Go go go! | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/25/2008 1:07:14 AM | For me personally....good genes and good skin care products.
I take care of myself now but I have to say I abused myself a lot when I was younger, lol!! I've always spent time in the sun and when I was younger didn't go near anything with an spf in it, I drank and etc, etc.
Now although I still drink on occasion nothing like I used to, caffeine though, yes and sometimes too much probably. I do exercise and try my best to drink enough water. I usually eat right but if I want to eat something that's bad for me, I don't deprive myself....everything in moderation.
For people that aren't as blessed as I've been water, exercise, healthy eating and good skin care products (with and spf) are a must.
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~Kyn~
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Joined: 2/15/2008
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/25/2008 4:10:06 AM | Meh...Im 40 this year...I drink, I smoke, I drink coffee, I go out in the sun, I dont take my makeup off etc etc etc
All the women in my family have aged gracefully.
Good genes and thats about it.
Oh ...no stress and I sleep like a log might make a difference *shrugs*. | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/25/2008 9:57:48 AM | | I love young people. I'm 53, but I have a lot of 20-something year old friends, and 30-something year old friends. I think their energy and their spirit keeps me young. I could be wrong, but I don't think so. | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/26/2008 4:43:49 PM | Definitely genetic - my grandmother looked amazing at 90, my mom is nearly 70 and still barely wrinkled...
I used to sun a lot when I was younger, but stopped long ago. I smoke, but don't drink at all. I have no children. I wear makeup every day and have since I was a teen, plus I use moisturizers with sunscreen every day.
Besides the portrait in the attic joke, and the blood of virgins joke, I tell people that it's the humidity of the South that keeps us Southern women so supple for so long...
I'm 43 and my profile pic was taken by me only weeks ago. I don't know how long my luck will hold out, but I will enjoy my youthfulness as long as it will last... | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/27/2008 10:51:25 PM | I agree ^^^ Genetics has so much to do with it, although my sister is 4 years younger than me but looks 10yrs older than me. She fake tans, that'll put the years on for sure.
Stay out of the sun, use sunscreen, eat lots of veggies and fruits, vit. E and fish oil is great for the skin, not on the skin, as a daily supplement.
I always washed my face with noxema of all things, now I use just simple neutragena and water, then moisturize before bed and before cosmetics. Weekly I give myself a facial and mask, gotta get rid of the dead skin cells.
Having a little extra fat helps hide the wrinkles too, lol.
If you don't have good genetics though as a foundation then forget about it. Unless plastic surgery is ok with you, then you just end up looking, well, stretched and plastic. | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/29/2008 8:12:31 PM | When it comes right down to it, it's all about estrogen. Women who have a lot of it will have softer, rounder faces and the excess fat hides wrinkles better. Women who have less estrogen have an easier time remaining thin but will show wrinkles sooner.
The age at which a woman begins menopause is also a factor. My grandmother did not finish menstruating until she was 65 and my mother was 63. Both still look young for their age (99 and 68).
I will be 40 soon and every man who touches my skin is amazed at how soft it is. | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/29/2008 11:49:00 PM | | I'm not "TV" quality but I'm often told I look younger than my birth certificate says I am. I don't use makeup or color my hair, but I get hit on by guys half my age. Why do I think this is true? A number of reasons. First of all is attitude. I have an upbeat, positive attitude. I walk around smiling, looking like I'm having a good time, and I *am* having a good time. Life is mostly what you make it. In addition, I stay physically, mentally, and socially active. I'm of a healthy weight, I eat pretty well, laugh a lot. I've never smoked and drink *very* moderately. I have good posture. All of these contribute to an appearance and attitude that people associate with someone younger than my years. | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/30/2008 11:29:39 AM | | I'm usually taken for someone much younger, and even with a shaved head, I get looks from teens to women much older than I. Most presume I'm around 35, and don't believe me until I show some I.D. Although they might wonder why I appear to be as young as I seem, it should come as no surprise if all would just refrain from consuming less alcohol, quit smoking and stop sunbathing. Start eating right and get some regular exercise. Smarten up. ( Sorry if I turned cranky, I'm 51. ) | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/30/2008 12:28:13 PM | I am 46; I have good Irish genes - thanks, Ma!
Also, I don't smoke, I drink a glass of wine now and again and I do not sun bathe!
I go to the gym 5 days a week, do my best to eat correctly and get healthy sleep. | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/30/2008 5:37:12 PM | Most definitely genetics is #1. (70%) I would say . Then the next is diet(cut down or out as much processed foods as possible), EXERCISE. Sleep is also very important to replenish cells, skin care, GOOD vitamins from health store. ..positive outlook on life and being able to overcome-(good friends help) ;)
Dont be an "angry" person holding hostility, unforgiveness( a choice that you make-doesnt mean you dont struggle at times,we all do) grudges-it will cost you healthwise eventually.
People are always telling me how young I look to have kids my age -they always do double takes or ask me again how old I am.
I want to live to a healthy ripe old age. My grandma was 98 when she finally passed on and my mom looks great!!!  | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 3/30/2008 5:47:03 PM | | Oh yea, Im also around younger people as well alot and I relate to them, kid around, have discussions with them, have alot of same interests. I am more active physically which may be the reason, enjoy learning and trying new things too, which makes me lean towards younger men as well ;0 LOL!!! | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 5/8/2008 5:58:35 PM | hmm well apart from the fallacy that skin products will keep you looking young, personally i think when a woman smiles she loses about 10 yrs off her
all this people think crap is a buncha malarkey
people will say whatever it takes to get a nod of approvl from the object they are talking to
skin products are important to keep the great big wrinkles off and hey at the same time so does facelifts and numerous other surgical procedures
the main things that make people think you are younger than u may really be are generally attitude, behaviour patterns(ie friskyness) and how often u laugh and smile
most people attach an idea of grouchy achy moaning to the elderly, ( by that i mean ppl over 39) hehe
granted i have seen pictures of women over 50 who i must say really make me reconsider lookin at the younger women .there is still something alluring about an older woman who still is young at heart. that is where it really matters tho, the pretend faces and surgeries and forever being unhappy just to look young really is a big turn off in the end
be yourself and be happy with who you have become , never mind what you look like or what you think others might think you look like
being confident and mature and still frisky is more important than any facelift or lifetime subscription to some cheesy makeup company | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 5/10/2008 7:04:07 AM | | i need to be older to age first...but i have a few grey hairs | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 5/10/2008 3:36:06 PM | But are the pictures recent ?
I dont think so................ | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 9/12/2008 8:13:21 PM | Everyone ages; it's the nature of life, of our existence.
But then you can age in so many different ways...
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 9/12/2008 10:05:51 PM | I actually get this question a lot.....from 20-somethings....my advice.....DON'T HAVE KIDS!! LOL
And don't marry just to marry. I'm 36 (and proud), never been married, and I don't consider myself desperate, I consider myself smart. Not to put down divorcees (not my intention) but I'd rather grow old alone and happy than to settle and grow old with someone who I want to scratch his eyes out......lol...... | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 9/13/2008 6:06:58 AM | | I am constantly being guessed as 10 yrs younger then my age of 48. I was told by my dermatologist (who also pegged me at 10yrs younger) that my skin while a little damaged, was in over all good condition due to not smoking and most important staying out of the sun and using lots of sun screen. The other thing he was pleased about was my use of Dove Soap.. go figure! | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 9/13/2008 6:36:11 AM | I don't know why......but I did enter into some kind of contract with an angel that was falling from heaven........
What could possibly go wrong with that. | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 9/13/2008 8:53:26 AM | Wow..it's been almost 2 1/2 years since I posted on this thread!
At that time,I thought I looked pretty damn good for my age.
But,sometimes life has a way of throwing you some unexpected and unpleasant surprises(usually all at once it seems. )
So,at this point,I look in the mirror and I see every day of my 45 years,and,I'm okay with that.
As long as I can be happy within myself,looking younger (or not) seems kind of irrelevant now to me. | |
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| Why don't you age?
Posted: 9/13/2008 9:37:51 AM | I totally agree with you! I am the same way. I have never had kids and never been married. I always get told I look younger than I am. I still get asked for ID and I am more than happy to pull out my DL to show them!. I've seen women 10 years younger than me look way older than me.
Stress is the number one factor for wrinkles, I don't care what anyone says. I don't think genetics have a ton to do with it. My sister who is a year older than me, looks about 10 years older because of the lifestyle she leads (read:married with kids).
Also, I can't stress enough about sunscreen and drinking lots of water and don't do drugs. Also don't wear tons of makeup. Let your skin breathe. | |
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