The Secrets of Aging Well

There's no getting around it - America is a youth-obsessed culture, and no one over 30 wants to look or feel their age. While there is no fountain of youth, there are steps you can take to keep your youthful look and outlook as you age.

If you feel good, you look good. So take care of your health by eating right and exercising. Make sure you have plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet, and keep fatty, sugary foods to a minimum. You might want to consider a dietary supplement to make up for nutrients you may not be getting from your food. Drink plenty of liquids - not only will it keep you hydrated throughout the day, but it's good for your skin.

Of course, sometimes nature needs a little help from science and technology. Plastic surgery has never been more popular, with people having everything from eye lifts to breast implants and liposuction. The cosmetic industry also promises its lotions and potions will keep you looking young. Unfortunately, many of those claims aren't supported by scientific evidence, and while they won't do any harm, they certainly aren't doing what they promised.

One product that is backed up by scientific research is Chellá , a professional skin care line that not only makes your skin look and feel years younger, it also nourishes and helps restore your skin's elastin properties.

As we get older, our skin does not synthesize as much collagen in the dermis, or skin, as when we were young. This is thought to be the major reason for thinning skin and wrinkle formation. Chellá products naturally stimulate your existing collagen and elastins with the peptides in their Skin Firming Serum and wrinkle creams. These peptides have communication properties and help act as messengers at the cellular level. As messengers, these peptides can send signals that help stimulate the synthesis of collagen.


The complete product line includes Micro-Exfoliating Cleanser "Facial Purificazion," Moisture Formula SPF 15 Morning Crema, Replenish Formula Evening Cream, Intensive Formula Eye Crema and Skin Firming Serum "Istante Beauty." The products are available exclusively at Saks Fifth Avenue in Beverly Hills and online at the Chellá Web site.

Exercise is also important to looking and feeling your best. Try to exercise every day -- it's good for your body, and it helps relieve stress (which can take a toll on your health and your appearance). You don't have to run 10 miles to get the benefits of working out. Taking a brisk walk around the neighborhood after dinner is a great way to work exercise into your day.

Yoga and Pilates are two forms of exercise that emphasize flexibility and core strength. Many yoga practitioners say it helps them relax and unwind. Experts also suggest working out with weights as a good way to maintain bone mass and muscle tone. Again, you don't have to bench press 200 pounds to get the benefits of these workouts, but a few times a week with weights that are comfortable for you can make a big difference.

To try the technology out for yourself, order a free trial of their Skin Firming Serum.

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