Anti Aging Tips

*almond oil
to keep hands Wrinkle free

*Pomegranate
Pomegranate is an odd fruit - even more so now that scientists have found it can slow down the ageing process. The specific extract you will need - which is found in the skin as well as the fruit - is called Pomanox. Conveniently, it's been added to some chilled juices.

*Active Chilean Rainforest Honey

We know that honey has a number of heath benefits and regenerative qualities but a new 'sticky' face mask made from a special type of Chilean honey claims to reverse the signs of ageing by up to 10 years. The honey, that's on sale in the UK at a price of £8.49, is said to combat wrinkles, smooth fine lines on your neck and hands and tighten skin. Used twice a day for 20 minutes, it's also said to be better than normal moisturisers at reducing stretch marks and preventing peeling.

*Blueberries

Berries are known as a superfood as they're not only tasty but have great health benefits. Blueberries, blackcurrants and black grapes contain powerful antioxidants that help protect the body against damage caused by free radicals. Blueberries in particular have anti-inflammatory properties to prevent and relieve arthritic symptoms while also maintaining a healthy blood pressure and supporting the immune system, all of which contributes to the anti-ageing process.

*Tomatoes

If you want smooth skin (and let's face it, who doesn't!) then eating tomatoes can really plump up your skin. They contain lycopene which is a skin friendly antioxidant that also helps reduce wrinkles. The clever little red things are also thought to reduce cancer.

*Spinach

This leafy vegetable is rich in an antioxidant called lutein, which is not only great for preventing wrinkles by helping your skin to retain its moisture and elasticity, but also has high levels of vitamins K and C, which help reduce dark circles under your eyes by boosting circulation and strengthening capillary walls.

*Sleep

They call it beauty sleep for a reason! When you're asleep all the cells in your body repair and recover, as well as releasing melatonin, which can really boost your skin and immune system. Make sure you get at least 7 hours and you'll be defeating the ageing process with your eyes closed!

*Hands

"Hands can be the first thing to give away your age. Use a good hand cream every day and give them a treatment once a month. For a treatment you can do at home, mix 250ml of cheap, natural yoghurt with a tablespoon of honey. Spread this thickly all over your hands and then either wrap them tightly in cling film, or put them in two freezer bags (you might need someone else to help with this!). Let them sweat for about 15 mins, remove and rinse off. Your hands will be amazingly soft and smell great.

*Water

Dermatologists advise that hydration is essential to younger looking skin and drinking water is vital to the process. You should be drinking 2.5 litres a day. If this seems a lot, try drinking water throughout the day at regular intervals, and eating fresh fruit and veg which contains lots of water too.

*Watermelon

When it comes to anti-ageing fruit, watermelon might just be top of the pile. Both the flesh and seeds of the watermelon are nutritious: the flesh contains vitamin A, B and C; the seeds contain selenium, essential fats, zinc and vitamin E, all of which help against free radical damage and ageing.

*Eat well

It's might sound obvious but eating healthy can make you look and feel good outside as well as in. Too much meat and full-fat dairy can increase wrinkles, so instead up your intake of foods that are rich in antioxidants and essential fatty acids like fruit, veg and fish.