11. Lotion in bed
Apply moisturizers, creams, and lotions just before going to bed. Because your body temperature is slightly higher when you sleep, there will be better absorption of these products. As a bonus, the obstructing effect of sunlight will be absent.
12. Condition with care
Hair-conditioners tend to soften hair, so that it hangs flat and looks lifeless. One trick is to apply conditioner only on the outer tips of your hair. This way the lower portion of the hair retains its natural bounce.
13. Go for yoga
The balancing, bending and stretching movements in yoga are excellent for improving physique, and toning muscles. Also, poses such as suryanamaskar and sirshasan increase blood flow towards the head, which helps to release stress and rejuvenates skin in the facial area.
14. Heal your hands
Your hands bear the burden of the work you do. The result is discolored or hardened skin and chipped nails that make you look older. To keep your hands looking good, treat them with facial-care products such as creams and lotions. Brushing them with a toothbrush and a solution of sea salt and lemon will also keep them soft. Occasionally, treat yourself to a manicure.
15. Pamper your feet
Feet, along with hands, are the neglected extremities of your body. It is important to keep them clean by scrubbing them daily with warm water and a brush. Using a pumice stone once a week will help to keep your feet smooth and soft.
16. Have a massage
An occasional massage offers immense physical and psychological benefits. It stimulates the skin, regulates blood pressure, purges toxins, and eases stiffness in the joints.
In addition, it reduces stress and promotes relaxation, and makes you feel just great which in turn influences the way you look.
In addition, it reduces stress and promotes relaxation, and makes you feel just great which in turn influences the way you look.
17. Start jogging, brisk walking
Running helps you lose weight, keep fit, and fight off stress. The result is that you not only look, but also feel, much younger. And yes, the fresh air helps too.
18. Hit the gym
Vigorous exercises, such as aerobics or cardio, pump up your circulation and give your skin and face that healthy flush.
19. Meditate daily
Meditation helps you connect with your inner self, calms you, cheers you up, and makes you feel tremendously good about yourself. The results are for all to see.
20. Always smile
Unbelievable but true. A simple smile lowers blood pressure, boosts immunity, and releases endorphins and serotonin that make you feel good. Plus, it is infectious, so that you set people around smiling back at you. Now that is reason to keep smiling.
