How to Look Younger at Any Age

Ever notice how young girls just seem to look fresh and glowing?  Why is that?  Sure, it's because their skin is firm and smooth, but there's more to it than that.  They have moms who work hard to be certain they have everything they need, who drive them to dance class and cheerleading and their friends' houses, who ensure they get proper nutrition, emotional support and enough rest... these girls have fewer responsibilities and way more time than mature women!

They have time to take care of their skin, experiment with make up, fix their hair and look cute!

Don't worry, life is fair.  These youthful beauties get married, have kids, and become frazzled just like the rest of us!  Here is the blessing: as our daughters grow up and leave the nest, we are the ones with more time!  We've just forgotten how to pamper ourselves!

I was watching a make up artist on one of the shopping channels who was selling a line of cosmetics.  I was fascinated by the before and after shots that showed how the models' appearances were dramatically improved with the use of the make up that was being featured.  I wished I could have this great collection of products that seemed to transform average looking ladies into sexy seductresses.  As I sat there on the couch feeling sad because I couldn't afford the price of these items, I thought, I have make up.  I have some foundation and blush and eyeshadow and mascara.... I wonder... if I used what I already have in that box under the sink, would make any difference?  Well, guess what!  It did!

I had gotten into the habit of running around with nothing but a smidgen of lip gloss on my face and twisting my hair into an unattractive bun on top my head.  No wonder I felt depressed!  I think it started when I had my first baby; I was happy if I got to take a shower and brush my teeth!  Life took off at warp speed and I was holding on with a death grip.  At some point, things began to slow down, but I was still looking and dressing like I was in some sort of a race for survival.  It was time to take time for me.

That's the first step, if you want to look and feel younger.  Take time for you.  Put your make up on.  Fix your hair.  Just for fun, wear some jewelry and one of your nice outfits sometimes instead of always grabbing your yoga pants and a T-shirt to go shopping in.  You are still beautiful and you have so much to offer.  As we get older, we get more patient and compassionate.  There is nothing more attractive than a loving spirit.  Celebrate who you've become on the inside by giving yourself a little TLC on the outside!  You'll love the results!