Finding the Fountain: How to Stay Looking Young for a Long Time

 If you frequently find yourself wondering how to stay looking young, you're not alone!

Though aging is a natural occurrence, and to some extent unavoidable, there are things you can do to maintain a youthful appearance longer.

Around the world, we put great value on youth and beauty.

In fact, in 2019, the beauty industry was worth over $500 billion and that number only continues to rise.

To learn a few tips on looking young well past your youth, just keep reading!

Woman Enjoying an Afternoon in a Park

Protect Your Skin from the Sun

Although getting plenty of time outdoors and soaking up the Vitamin D that the sun provides is important for health, it's equally important to protect your skin from the harmful rays.

Not only will overexposure to the sun cause premature aging, but it can also lead to skin cancer.

So by all means, enjoy the great outdoors!

But while you do so, be sure to wear plenty of sunscreen.

beach towel on beach with sunscreen, sun hat and sunglasses

Stay Hydrated

Your body is made up of 60% water, so you need to drink plenty of it!

Water is vital for keeping your skin hydrated and luminous.

You should be drinking at least 8 cups (64 ounces) of water every single day to stay properly hydrated.

Remember, if you're thirsty, you're already dehydrated!

If you can, it's not a bad idea to carry a water bottle with you wherever you go to ensure you're getting enough.

woman in kitchen drinking water

Get Enough Sleep

Whether you're aware of it or not, chances are you don't get an adequate amount of sleep.

In our fast-paced world, many of us make sleep a low priority.

However, this is one of the worst things you can do for both your appearance and your overall health.

This is because your body does its best reparative work while you're asleep.

It isn't called "beauty rest" for no reason!

While you sleep, your body works hard on cell renewal, keeping you looking your best.

woman sleeping

Exercise Regularly

Establishing an exercise routine will keep your weight in check, but that's just the start of the benefits of physical activity.

Working out at least 3 times a week will slow cellular aging, increase blood flow, and help move nutrients around your body, giving you a more youthful appearance.

Not to mention that by maintaining a healthy amount of muscle mass, you can add years to your life.

man and woman exercising outdoors

Maintain a Skincare Routine

Once you have the aforementioned lifestyle adjustments taken care of, you can shift your focus to skincare.

Just as it's difficult to outwork a bad diet, it's close to impossible to care for your skin and outward appearance without first focusing on the inside.

However, developing a skincare routine that works for you can enhance the results of your other efforts.

Start with a moisturizer and exfoliant, and if you want to do even more for your skin, consider treatments like PRP Therapy or regular facials done by a professional.

woman doing skincare routine

A Simple Guide on How to Stay Looking Young

As you can see, the secret to maintaining a youthful appearance isn't all that complicated.

Many of us are so focused on how to stay looking young that we overlook the obvious: it's all in a healthy lifestyle!

While there are supplementary treatments and other things you can do to take your beauty regimen a step further, it's important to tackle basics such as hydration and sleep first.

For more tips on everything health and beauty, be sure to take a look at our blog!

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