Expert Skin Care

 

What exactly does a skincare routine entail? This question must have crossed your mind and it deserves a thought. Building up an arsenal is quite an effort and it demands you to understand what is the need of the hour for your skin. Chances are such that, the more you slather, the more damage you may welcome. Going big isn’t always the best choice despite the pursuit for achieving healthy skin. The rule of thumb is to apply products ranging from thinnest to thickest formula and to take a 30-second break between each product application, this ensures the products are seeped in well.

There is no mandate for the products that fit into the morning schedule to necessarily make the cut at night. Mornings are for lighter and protective formulas. You have no freedom to skip sunscreen when indoors or outdoors. Sunscreen acts as the holy grail product all-year-round for its intense power to shield your skin from damage and premature aging. Nights are all about targeting and treating skin scaries. In other words, retinol is a big no for daytime. And hyaluronic and peptides are meant to work a dream at night. 

Do not forget to keep your skin squeaky clean from makeup. Remove all its traces with an oil-based makeup remover. Opt for gentle cleansers that are water-based and do not pick harsh face washes for acne-prone skin. It will only worsen the skin and lead to havoc. Use a toner infused with natural ingredients post cleansing your face for extra hydration. While picking your serums, go for antioxidants like Vitamin C during the day and anti-aging rich ingredients like hyaluronic acid and retinol at night. For under eye bags, you can skip this step during the day if you aren’t applying makeup. Look for antioxidant-rich caffeine eye cream or rollers at night. If your skin is prone to acne, you can feel free to ditch face oils and go for moisturisers. Face oils are advised to be used pre moisturisation at daytime and post moisturisation at night. This helps to lock in all the above products. For dry skin, facial oils can do good because it delivers hydration. Follow it up with a soothing and nourishing moisturiser. 

Written By Manjusha Naik
 

Step 1: Line your eyes at the centre of the eyelid. As you move out, make make an elaborate sweep towards temples to create the wing tip.

Step 2: Join the wing tip to the outer rim of your eyes to get the pointed effect.

Step 3: From the centre of the eyelid, connect the line to the inner corner of your eyes. Keep the line as thin as possible in the inner corners. Once dry, reapply for a more dramatic look.

Winged eyes are hot favorites this Christmas. It gives your eyes an intense dramatic look. Make sure you don't use a pencil liner. Gel or liquid liners work best. A thick brush will give you chubbier lines and fat cat eye. Since the winged eye look is quite dramatic, make sure you go stick to a neutral eye shadow.

Keep the rest of your face bare and finish it off with nude or light pink lipstick.

How often have you craved for a voluminous crown before every outing or party? Guess, almost everytime. Here's a simple trick to lift your face value and add some much needed volume to your hair.

1. Part your hair into sections across the crown. Take each section and tease the hairs at the roots using a fine-toothed comb.
2.
Take a cylindrical bottle - a deodorant bottle would be ideal - and place it across the teased section of hair and wrap the section tightly around it. Fix by spraying a good hair spray.
3. Slowly remove the bottle to give way to the uplifted section of your hair.

4. Repeat this process across the crown for a voluminous look.
5. Adjust the volume with your hands, depending on how much volume you want.

The curling irons are back with a bang this winter. So keep your straighteners at bay this winter as poker straight hair is too predictable and boring.

So what kind of curls can we opt for? There is no dearth of curling styles this season. If you have straight hair, then add volume to them by creating curls at the ends. The curls may range from big, voluminous shapes to soft, small ones. Girls with shorter hair lengths can actually play with hair styles by creating soft curls all over

The layered wavy look is also in fashion. You can team this look with a stylish outfit complimented with sexy smoky eyes and nude lips.

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Your face mirrors your personality. Skin type can effectively say a lot about you even if you choose to keep quiet in a social circle. Be it dry skin, oily skin, sensitive/combination skin - every type has a story to tell. Check out this lens to know what career prospect you can opt for with your skin type.

In addition, you can also associate the personality traits of some big names across various countries, including India.

THE THINKER

You are: A pragmatist.

Your skin is: Normal/balanced.
Your skincare routine is: Basic - comprising of shower products, deodorant, and sunscreen.
Your skin says: Your skin is relatively fuss-free, probably because you accept the way it is, and you do not try to alter it or find fault with it.
You are likely to be: A successful author writing under a pseudo name.

The Doer

You are self-centered, self-assured, and self-reliant.
Your personality is: Extroverted.
Your skin is: Shiny/oily
Your skincare routine is: You use beauty products, but it is more for convenience and efficiency than vanity or pleasure.
Your skin mirrors you: It has a luminous glow when confronted with success and can get oily and irritable when the success wanes. However, you keep skin problems at bay by keeping a wide array of skin products near at hand.
You are likely to be: In pinstripes at a high-power corporate job.

The Seeker

You are: Searching for acceptance from within and without.
Your personality: Moody, frustrated, and misunderstood.
Your skin is: Irritable, prone to eruptions.
Your skincare routine is: A must, as your skin is problematic
Your skin mirrors you: Your skin is prone to blackheads and acne that can last well past your teenage years until you learn to quell the turmoil within.
You are likely to be: Socially delinquent.
Your skin personality type: Your internal existence is in disarray as you swing between hope and despair, landing mostly on angry or frustrated. You believe that people just don't understand what you are going through.

The Helper

You are: A positive life force of energy - full of emotions and a very intuitive person.
Your personality: Social.
Your skin is: Sensitive/combination.
Your skincare routine is: Indulgent. you love the feel of creams on your skin, which is obviously a good thing as your skin tends to dry faster.
Your skin mirrors you: Pampering, luxurious, even simple and tactile. Your skin loves to be touched. When you feel happy, you skin becomes soft and supple but negative emotions can cause allergies and rashes.
You are likely to be: In any job that requires public interaction.

The Moralist

You are: Traditional, extremely rigid about ethics.
Your personality type: Introverted, dogmatic.
Your skin is: Dry, lacklustre.
Your skincare routine is: Extensive and elaborate, but you keep it a secret.
Your skin mirrors you: Your skin tends to have a sallow, lacklustre appearance with an uneven skin tone. You are also prone to dark circles and eye bags.
You are likely to be: A critic.

Winter is knocking at the door and so is the problem of keeping your hair shiny and lustrous. Our hair needs even more protection during winters as they tend to dry at a faster rate.



Dry hair tends to break off easily and that is why we need to ensure that our hair is well-conditioned. Do not wash your hair in warm or hot water as it tends to drain our the remaining moisture from hair strands. Instead, always wash your hair with cool or cold water. A deep conditioning mask when washed off with cold water adds shine to the mane.

People with extremely dry and frizzy hair should get a good hair spa done at least once a month. In addition, their hair washing regimen should comprise of a good moisturizing shampoo followed by a repairing and deep conditioning mask. Leave on the mask for five minutes and rinse off. Take care not to rinse off the entire mask entirely. This will protect your hair from the cold air outside. Once your hair has been towel dried, smooth it up with good anti-frizz serum.

One more tip - Always try to oil your hair at least one hour before shampoo. Our scalps too need some moisture and even more in winter. Oil application also prevents the occurrence of dandruff in winter.

The former Spice Girl said in an interview for the latest issue of British InStyle magazine that her and the footballer are not worried about getting older.

She said: "I have no problem with surgery at all but for me, it looks ridiculous when you have a face that looks 25 and a body that looks 65. I think it's much more modern to go for a natural look.

"But ask me next year and that might change."

David, 35, and Victoria admitted to using alternative therapies.

The 36-year-old said: "We both like crystals, as in crystal energy."

Victoria also praised the oxygen facials she gets from a dermatologist.

She added: "Dr Lancer has really sorted my skin out."

Although Posh says she definitely doesn't use fake tan.

Beckham said: "I've embraced whiteness. I don't use any tanning products. Sometimes in photographs I look orange, which is really random, because I don't use fake tan at all."

David Beckham has always been known for his looks alongside his soccer skills, but the star was left absolutely baffled when grilled about his beauty secret.

While fielding questions about the 2018 World Cup bid, Beckham was suddenly asked about his film star looks by a flirtatious female radio reporter.

Stephanie Oehen, a pretty host for Zurich rock station Radio 24, said, "Forget the secrets of the England bid, what are your beauty secrets?"

As laughter rang out in the background, Beckham nervously rubbed his designer stubble, played with a microphone and looked at his feet.

"I don't know - having three boys to chase, that keeps me fit of course. Oh my goodness, you've got me flustered," the Daily Express quoted him as the footballer finally replied.

He then tried to deflect Oehen by telling her he still had a year left on his contract with Californian soccer team LA Galaxy.

Oehen, 23, said afterwards she was delighted simply to ask the world's most famous footballer a question.

"It's every girl's dream. He's gorgeous. I just wanted to know how he does it," she said.

1.Toothpaste – It is not only used to cleanse your teeth, but it can also help with warding off those nasty pimples. This beauty secret is spectacular. All you have to do is rub a little toothpaste
on the pimple and leave it overnight. By the morning the pimple will dry.

2.Hemorrhoid Cream – This might be nasty to apply to your face, but it is one of the best beauty tips to get rid of your tired puffy eyes which takes away the look of beautiful eyes. It is also good for wrinkles and getting rid of cellulite.

3.Baby Wipes – The safe way to clean your face is by using baby wipes. This beauty secret works wonders to remove makeup and oil from the face, leaving behind a soft baby smell to your skin.

4.Eye Drops – No time to get rid of that big zit, then eye drops is the best beauty secret. With a cotton swab, dab a few drops of eye drops on it and apply it to the pimple. Within ten minutes, you will see the redness of the pimple disappear. Apply makeup after this is safe.

5.Powder – Many do not use powder on the face as it makes the face look dry and scaly. The best beauty tips on apply powder which does not give you a dry look is to first apply a cream to the face, followed by a dab of powder. This will give you a fresh look.

STEAM!

* Boil water and put into a large bowl
* Add fresh mint leaves
* Place a towel over your head and the bowl and breathe into the bowl for as long as you can stand it

PREPARE!

* 1/2 Lemon squeeze into bowl
* 1 egg white
* Mix together and paint onto face and neck
* Let dry for 10-15 minutes until your face feels really tight
* Rinse with tepid water
* Follow with your moisturizer if needed
* Prepare to be adored

REPAIR!

* 1 egg yolk( saved from 1-2 days before)
* Raw oats(any kind except steel cut...too rough)
* 1 tbsp. honey
* Mix together to make a paste and press onto skin...you will need a towel
* Relax and let dry for 10-15 minutes
* Rinse with warm water and press washcloth into skin
* Follow with moisturizer as needed
* Prepare to be touched

TONE!

* Prior to mask for repair
* 1/2 Pink Grapefruit squeezed into bowl
* Apply to face and neck with a washcloth
* When face is almost dry apply oatmeal mixture

NOTE:

If skin is oily you may try adding a tbsp. of whole yogurt to the oatmeal mask

If skin is super dry add some heavy cream to the oatmeal mask

These are things designed to bring out the natural beauty in everyone! If you have questions about this show and you would like to know more do not hesitate to ask I will be happy to get back to you!

Liv Tyler has shown the benefits of a natural skin care routine, by forgoing cosmetics and styling in a Givenchy fragrance advert.

Grazia reported that the Lord of the Rings actress posed for some pre-styling pics during a shoot for the high-end cosmetics brand and looked so good without natural makeup that the untouched images were eventually chosen.

With naturally wavy hair lying in a relaxed parting, Liv's strong features and flawless complexion were deemed to be far more striking than the shots that were taken after she had sat in the stylist's chair.

Speaking of the shots, Liv said: "There's something quite raw about it. I feel unafraid of exposing myself and the woman I am today ... My hair was wet and I had no makeup on."

It's not just the youngsters that can look amazing when they leave the cosmetics in their makeup bag – yesterday, the Daily Mail reported that Diana Ross looked fabulous when she went natural makeup-free at a US airport.

It seems beauty companies are tiring of the usual celebrities and are reaching out to more up-and-coming stars who resonate with a younger generation. It was just announced that Amanda Seyfriend has signed on to be the face of Clé de Peau. She will star in ads that launch in Japan this month and in the USA in March.

Amanda was drawn to Clé de Peau's emphasis on skin care and because of their high-end makeup. Yet, despite her new role as a brand ambassador, Amanda confesses fashion and beauty can sometimes take the back burner. She says:

At some levels I’m good at fashion and putting myself together, and then, some days I’m completely absent-minded about it.

Congrats to Amanda on landing this campaign! We can't wait to see the ads!

A source says the actress “is always in search of the newest anti-aging treatment!”

Holy Wrinkle Creams, BFFs! Did you know that Hollywood beauty Demi Moore spends over $150,000 a year on costly skincare treatments? Can you imagine?!? Read on and I’ll give you the scoop!

According to Daily Mail UK, the gorgeous actress is fond of Thermage skin-tightening treatments, a non-invasive procedure that uses radio frequency to heat the deepest layers of the skin while keeping the surface cool, resulting in a plumping and firming of the skin’s appearance.

The treatments are worth over $3000 a pop and Demi is reported to love the effects so much she sometimes goes more than once a week! That’s an estimated $150,000 on just skin treatments, people!

Demi’s no stranger to the costly skin treatment controversy. It’s rumored that she had over $320,000 worth of surgery after she turned 40 and before filming Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle. She reportedly had an entire body overhaul, including almost $26,000 on liposuction, a generous $32,000 for a face lift, and $15,000 on breast implants. She reportedly even had a knee lift!

Can you IMAGINE what the annual cost of her beauty routine must be?!? We’re not even talking about facials with a celebrity esthetician, body treatments, maintenance products (moisturizers, eye creams, night creams, body creams, etc.) I’m willing to bet my own beloved night cream that the annual amount spent on Demi’s beauty could keep most of us in Louboutins for years!

Hair Problem: You've cut your bangs too short
Quick Fix: To help disguise the length of your bangs, sweep them to the side until they grow out rather than wearing them straight down on your forehead. Coat damp bangs with a pea-size drop of light-hold gel, then blast them to the side with a blow-dryer. You can also camouflage your handiwork by pulling the hair off your forehead with stylish bobby pins or a headband.

Hair Problem: Split Ends
Quick Fix: Split ends cannot be fixed or mended; they can only be cut off. Be gentle with your hair and use a deep conditioner twice a week to help prevent further damage. Try to minimize the stress on your strands between cuts by avoiding vent brushes with plastic bristles, shampooing every other day and protecting hair from heat-styling by using a leave-in conditioner.

Hair Problem: You OD'd on highlights and your hair's bleached out
Quick Fix: Look for an allover, demi-permanent color (a long-lasting, temporary dye that washes out in four to six weeks) in a hue one shade deeper than your highlights to get rid of brassiness. If your hair still isn't the shade you want, head to the salon to have a professional weave in some lowlights to reintroduce the darker undertones you've lost.

Hair Problem: Dry, Dull Hair
Quick Fix: Try leave-in conditioners that can add moisture to your hair and protect it from environmental damage that could lead to additional moisture loss. Look for products that contain hydrating botanicals such as rice milk, bamboo milk and milk thistle. Alternate your regular shampoo with a clarifying one once every few weeks to prevent product buildup.

Glowing Skin

Often ignored, what you do and don't do with your skin can truly make or break an outfit. What's the point of donning a knock-out strapless party dress when you've got dead skin flaking from your elbows? Two easy steps can make all the difference. Start by sloughing off winter's dry skin by using a moisturizing scrub, like Glow Rescue's Organic Sugar Scrub in peppermint and lavender ($38 for 473 millilitres at BeautyMark [1120 Hamilton Street]). The mix of essential oils, including sunflower, sweet almond, jojoba, macadamia, and wheatgerm, exfoliates skin, while vitamin E moisturizes for a baby-soft, supple feel. Next, lock in moisture with one of three seasonal body butters ($20 each) from the Body Shop (various locations). Spiced Vanilla and Cranberry Joy will leave your skin smooth with a festive scent, while Coconut Shimmer will give your skin an added glow—great for shoulders and arms when you're wearing sleeveless dresses.

Ocean-Inspired Nails

This season's nail trend is all about shimmering oceanic hues. For a bold look, try a lusciously dark blue, such as Ming Blue ($13) by MAC Cosmetics (various locations), or a festive forest green, like Anna Sui's shimmer nail polish in 90 ($15 at Sears [various locations]). If your outfit is colourful enough, glistening shades of silver or gold are also trendy choices. L'Wren Scott created a daring gunmetal shade for Lancome ($16, at Holt Renfrew [737 Dunsmuir Street]), or if you prefer to dip your nails in gold, try Christian Dior's Timeless Gold ($21 at Holt Renfrew).

Retro Hair

With this season's Mad Men –inspired retro fashions, hair naturally followed in its prim and proper, feminine steps. For girls with longer locks, infuse moisture into winter's dry locks with John Masters Organics Shine On ($39 for 118 millilitres at BeautyMark). This organic leave-in product keeps hair smooth and silky, a perfect base whether you choose to wear your hair up or down. Complete a vintage look by trying a modern beehive, which sits lower on the head than its 1960s inspiration, or a low ballet bun is a great way to put statement jewellery in the spotlight. If you prefer to wear your hair down, achieve soft and bouncy waves with John Frieda's Frizz-Ease Dream Curl Perfecter Spray ($9.99 for 200 millilitres at London Drugs [various locations]). For girls with of-the-moment pixie cuts, add playful texture to your 'do with the Body Shop's Beeswax Texturing Wax ($10).

Cat Eyes

Unleash your feline instincts with cat eyes this holiday season. This look can be worn two ways: with defined precision or with the subtle use of shadows. For the classic, black liquid-liner look, try Stila's Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner ($26) or Geisha Ink's Liquid Eyeliner ($30) from BeautyMark. With markerlike brush tips, both products make drawing lines effortless even for the shakiest of hands. If you'd rather stay away from liquid eye liner altogether, achieve cat eyes by sweeping two or three shadows across the eyelids. MAC's eye-shadow duos and trios are perfect for experimenting with different hues. The Illusionary/Burning Ambition duo ($19.50) complements all skin tones with its blend of golden colours, while the Style Influencer trio ($19.50) will let you play with shimmering silver, deep blue, and mauve brown.

Classic Red Lips

Red lips are always in style and a great colour boost to pale winter skin. Yves Saint Laurent's Rouge Pur Couture ($30 at Sephora [various locations]) comes in 10 shades of red, from bright orange-red, to vampy maroon. While red lips look great on everyone, paying attention to subtle differences between pigments and finding the right one for your skin tone can really make the colour pop. Those with cooler skin tones should veer towards shades of red that carry almost a blue tone, such as deeper plums. Girls with warmer skin tones should look for bright reds with a hint of orange to complement your golden complexion. If you're making a big statement with the rest of your beauty look, such as trying out the smoky cat eye using a trio of colours, keep the rest of your makeup simple, including your lips. NARS offers two creamy, nude hues that you can layer with your lip gloss, Honolulu Honey and Promiscuous ($24 each at Sephora), to achieve a polished yet subtle look

(source: http://www.straight.com/article-365063/vancouver/top-five-beauty-trends-and-tips-holidays)

Here are Kalli's pretty picks and pointers.

Eye cream: Olay Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum

Mascara: Doll Eye Mascara by NYX, available locally at Vixen in Dunedin.

Lip gloss/lipstick: "I am obsessed with Mac's Dazzleglass collection. My lips crave it. It's ultra shiny and comes in an amazing choice of colors."

Nail lacquer: "OPI's My Private Jet is my all-time favorite. I also love their Hong Kong collection. I think I own just about every color. Weekly polish change is my motto!"

Spa treatment: "Chemical peels are my weakness. I'm a fan of the AHA peel. It rejuvenates my skin and evens out my pigment, perfect for summer post-sun damage. We offer these here at Epic Salon."

Workout: "Cardio is always on my daily agenda, but dead lifts are great for toning the back of the legs and to tighten your buttocks."

Your best-kept beauty secret: "Let's admit, no one likes to wear Spanx. Try doing a second pair of leggings. Double them up and make sure they're pulled high enough. Even try a long small cami under your shirts and dresses to create a smoother look. No one likes to have or see muffin tops."

Don’t skip уουr breakfast.

Thе common mistake аƖmοѕt everyone commits іѕ skip meal іn thе morning mοѕt probably bесаυѕе οf lack οf time. Hοwеνеr, thіѕ easily ruins thе goal οf keeping youthful skin. Hοw? Whеn one skips breakfast, thе tendency іѕ tο resort tο poor eating habit аƖƖ day. Thе hunger pangs уου feel later іn thе morning always translate tο looking fοr qυісk snack foods, whісh саn bе readily bουɡht frοm food chains, donut houses, pastry shops, аnԁ food stores loaded wіth carbohydrates-аnԁ-sugar full foods. Eating a hearty bіɡ breakfast wіƖƖ nοt mаkе уου vulnerable tο thеѕе junk foods аnԁ therefore уου avoid getting unhealthy, whісh οftеn means translation tο having poor skin condition.

Avoid thе sun аt аƖƖ times.

It іѕ іn tο hаνе a ɡrеаt tanned look. It mаkеѕ уου a standout. Hοwеνеr, уουr skin won’t іn thе long rυn. Yου see, sun exposure іѕ one οf thе ɡrеаt factors tο ԁаmаɡе thе skin. It doesn’t hеƖр еіthеr іf уου resort tο suntan beds. Thеу аrе аѕ damaging. If уου hаνе tο ɡο out thе sun, always wear sunscreens аnԁ sun block lotion fοr protection.

Consider changing уουr skin moisturizers аnԁ creams.

If уου hаνе bееn sticking tο a moisturizer уου don’t hаνе аnу іԁеа іf іt іѕ ɡοοԁ tο уουr skin οr nοt, better check іtѕ ƖаbеƖ. Yου mіɡht know аbουt wrinkles аnԁ laughter lines, аѕ well аѕ sagging skin, bυt уου mіɡht nοt bе aware hοw thеу form. Thе principal causes οf thеѕе aging signs happen bесаυѕе οf thе hyalurocic acid breaking down, collagen аnԁ elastin ѕƖοw production, аnԁ thе free radical change.

Therefore, whеn looking fοr anti-aging creams аnԁ moisturizers look fοr those ingredients whісh саn boost thе production οf those natural structural proteins whіƖе inhibiting free radical change tο happen.

Think hands, skin, teeth and face and that's the winning combination for a perfect look on your wedding day or any day!

Here are some tips to make you feel like a bride even when you're not!

1.Firm and tone your complexion with a routine of pore cleansing, line minimizing and hydrating skin care.

2. Replenish the natural beauty of your hands and nails with a hand serum and lotion to tone and hydrate dry skin and ragged cuticles.

3. SHINE with your brightest smile!

4. Create the perfectly enhanced complexion with technology enhanced beauty ....Airbrush Make-up!

Q: What are some favorite accessorizing tips?

A: Long, layered necklaces. In pregnancy, you never want to wear a choker. You want to wear necklaces that create verticality. It's a trick of the eye and also creates a focal point. One of my other favorite, favorite tricks is scarves, long scarves. In the first trimester, they cover your belly and kind of mask your mound until you're ready to spill the beans.

Q: What key pieces should every pregnant woman invest in?

A: The five key pieces are a long Lycra tank top, a pair of leggings, a pair of maternity jeans, a multitasking black dress - empire waist is preferable- and a black maternity pencil skirt. What's so cool about the maternity pencil skirts is that you can add the black tank top and create this column effect where it just looks like a really tight dress. So the whole trick is buying these basics that are fade-into-the-woodwork boring, but fit well. And then you bump them up - that's why I named (the book that) - with accessories.

Q: You're an advocate of heels, but what about the swollen feet that often occur during pregnancy?

A: You don't have to wear a spike heel. You can wear a slide. You can wear a clog. You can wear a cowboy boot. You can wear a kitten heel. There are so many options. Heels don't mean spike heels. Heels just mean having a lift, getting that height, elongating your silhouette. You should wake up in the morning, look in the mirror and say, "How can I be a long, lean baby-making machine?" It takes just as much time to make a bad fashion decision as it does to make a good fashion decision.

Q: Are there any unusual places you'd recommend pregnant women look for suitable clothing?

A: One of my favorite places to go shopping is the swim department. The swim department of any department store has Versace-esque, Cavalli-esque (tunics). It's gauzy, it's perfect for summer.

Q: You're the mother of two kids. What was your favorite part about being pregnant?

A: Two things. First of all, I'm not a big eater. So I loved having cravings. I loved it. And also, I rose to the occasion. I stepped right up to the fashion plate. I said, "OK, I feel my breakfast rising in my throat, but I am stepping up to the fashion plate, and I'm using my bump as an accessory."

Celeste Hilling, CEO and founder of Skin Authority, says beauty can be attained for about $1.50 a day, or about the price of a cup of coffee. Here's how to invest in yourself - at any stage.

In Your 20s
At this age, when you're running around with your friends, going out a lot, partying, and likely living with a roommate or two, keep your skin care routine simple, a basic wash and protect (daily sun protection -- rain or shine) says Hilling. "Just don't fall asleep with your makeup on!" Also, get a workout in every now and then, and watch the diet.

In Your 30s
These are the multi-tasking years, says Hilling. "There's a lot of social stimulation, a lot of changes -- marriage, kids, career changes." That means just one thing: stress. And that becomes a factor for the skin. Furthermore, even if you've taken good care of your skin in your 20s, there's no escaping fine lines and wrinkles (especially around your eyes and mouth) and a complexion that looks blotchy/uneven/dull as cell turnover slows (to 28 days). Be proactive: resurface (that speeds up cell turnover), get facials regularly, introduce anti-inflammatory products to your regimen (Hilling suggests mango, shea butter, and salicylic acid), and practice stress-reduction techniques like yoga, Pilates and meditation. As for your diet? "No boxes or bags! Eat lots of lean proteins, fruits and vegetables," says Hilling.

In Your 40s
Think defense. You're losing more collagen and elasticity. Cells are now turning over every 45 days. Your skin is retaining less moisture. You're beginning to see cumulative sun damage. Your glow, is, well, gone. And you're stressed out -- career, kids, aging parents. To counter: resurface daily, beef up the antioxidants, keep exercising, and consider aromatherapy (jasmine, lavender, chamomile), says Hilling.

In Your 50s
Don't even think about retiring. Sure, you're up against a dry complexion and loss of elasticity (after all, it's now taking 60 days for cells to turn over), age spots, and expression lines that no longer disappear after you stop smiling. Chin up, says Hilling. "It's never too late to have healthy skin; it's just about adjusting the routine." At this stage, as you're perhaps considering using non-invasive procedures (such as fillers) or even surgery to enhance your looks, Hilling says you should also introduce weight-bearing exercise to build muscle mass and strengthen bones, eat healthy foods, and hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.