Show Notes:

Summary:

In this episode of "Aging with Grace and Style," host Valerie Hatcher dives into "5 Unexpected Tips to Look Younger Than Ever (And It's Not What You Think!)." Valerie shares her personal insights and experiences to help women over 50 maintain a youthful glow through a blend of skincare, haircare, wardrobe choices, wellness, and confidence. Valerie emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to beauty, encouraging listeners to embrace self-care rituals, bold fashion choices, healthy nutrition, regular exercise, and a positive mindset. Valerie inspires listeners to defy age with grace and style through her practical advice and vibrant storytelling.

Timestamps:

00:00 Tips for looking and feeling youthful at 50+.

03:40 Explore, experiment, and invest in skincare products.

07:32 Embracing color, prints, and inner wellness.

11:33 150 minutes weekly of moderate aerobic activity recommended.

14:03 Surround yourself with positivity and supportive people.

17:31 Share, rate, review, subscribe, join newsletter, shine.

Key Takeaways:

• Level up your skincare game: Transform your bathroom into a mini spa and explore new ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to keep your skin hydrated, smooth, and radiant.
• Embrace your natural beauty: Flaunt your long hair or rock your silver strands with confidence. Find a hairstyle that makes you feel extraordinary, whether it's bold and vibrant or simple and elegant.
• Dress for joy, not age: Break free from outdated fashion rules and wear what makes you feel alive and confident. Choose clothes that flatter your figure and express your unique personality.
• Nourish from within: Hydration, nutrition, and regular exercise are crucial for maintaining youthful skin and overall well-being. Incorporate antioxidant-rich foods, fatty fish, and stay active with activities you love.
• Cultivate confidence: Radiate beauty from the inside out by practicing self-care, reducing stress, prioritizing quality sleep, and embracing your mental and emotional well-being. Confidence is your ultimate accessory.

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Are you ready to uncover the secret to looking

younger than ever? Even if you're over 50? Well,

stick around because today I've got

some amazing tips to help you glow and radiate

confidence at any age.

Hey, friend. Ever feel like those old fashioned

ideas about aging just don't fit you? If you're ready to

own this incredible chapter with grace, style, and a touch of

sass, this is your space. Welcome to the aging with

grace and style podcast. I'm Valerie Hatcher, and I'm here

with empowering tips, inspiring stories, and a whole lot of

fun just for us, women over 50. So grab

your favorite beverage, turn up the volume, and let's get

started. Today, we're

diving into the topic of maintaining a

youthful appearance after 50. Aging

is a natural and beautiful process, but

that doesn't mean that we can't embrace it while

looking and feeling our absolute best.

Let's explore how you can defy

age and shine brighter than ever.

As we hit our fifties, we may start noticing changes in our

skin, hair, and overall appearance.

Fine lines, wrinkles, age spots, and loss

of elasticity are common challenges

that many women face. It can be frustrating

to see these changes and and wonder

how to combat them effectively.

But fret not. I've got 5

practical, easy to implement, and unexpected

tips that will help you turn back the clock and

maintain a youthful glow. From skin care

routines to lifestyle habits and mindset shifts,

these tips are are tailored to help you look and feel

your best every day. So let's start. Tip number

1. It's about being skincare savvy.

We all know the basics, cleanse, moisturize,

protect, but it's time to to

level up our skincare game. Let's transform

our our bathrooms into mini spas and and

indulge in a little self care magic.

Now I've personally fallen head over heels

for hyaluronic acid serums.

Seriously, this stuff is like a tall drink of

water for your skin. It clumps and hydrates

and smooths like nobody's business. And if you're

dealing with uneven skin tone or or texture,

then niacinamide is

your new best friend. It it brightens,

calms inflammation, and even helps reduce the

appearance of wrinkles. Remember,

skin care is a journey, not a destination.

So have fun with it, explore new ingredients, and don't

be afraid to splurge on a product that makes

you feel like a $1,000,000. I

am definitely one these days who will test out

new products. For the longest, I found a

line, and I stayed with it. And I'm still

pretty loyal to skin care lines, but

then after a while, I can tell when my skin

needs something different. And at that point, then I

kinda go shopping and testing out, to see what's

the latest products that are out there. And

trust me, I have gotten some that I didn't really think did

what I needed from the standpoint of moisturizing,

or lately, my biggest thing in skincare that I've

been working on is the under eye area,

either bags under my eyes or lines

under my eyes. So finding the right product. So, yes,

it's a journey, but just just explore. Spend

a little then once you find the product you like, it it may

be costly at this this stage in our lives, but

more than likely, it's going to be worth it. Tip number 2

is healthy hair. Now who says

that at this age, we have to chop off our hair

or or dye away our grays?

Please. If you love your long hair, then flaunt

it with pride. If your silver strands are

shimmering, then embrace that natural beauty. The

key is to find a hairstyle that makes you

feel like the confident, radiant woman that you

are. Maybe it's a sleep bob,

or maybe it's a playful pixie cut

or even curls, your natural curls. It could be

a vibrant new color or embracing your

natural shade. Over the past few

years, I have totally embraced braids.

I remember there was a time when I wouldn't wear braids

because I didn't think that they were me. But

once I started, I actually love them,

and I can't get out of them in the

summer. Usually, braids are my summer style because

it also one, it's easy to maintain, and then it

gives my natural hair a break from, like, flat irons

and heat and ponytails. Tip number

3, I'm a call it the wardrobe

wisdom where we dress for joy and

not for our age. Let's be honest. The

whole concept of age appropriate dressing is

outdated, and frankly, it's a bit boring. It's time

to to break free from those fashion rules and wear

what makes us feel alive, confident, and

beautiful. If you love bold colors, then rock

them. If if you're drawn to playful prints,

then go for it. If you feel most confident in

classic styles, then embrace them. If you're

like me and you prefer dresses above the knee,

then as Bobbi Brown said, it's your prerogative. Do

it. The key is to choose clothes

that fit well, that that flatter your figure,

and that express your unique personality.

Now I've mentioned before that for some reason, I used

to shy away from bright colors. I

definitely leaned more toward black, but then I

realized, girl, life is too short to wear boring clothes,

and I wanted to add some vibrancy and prints in my

life. Now my closet reflects

a lot more color and prints, and I am actually loving

it. Tip 4 is

radiate wellness from the inside out.

True beauty isn't just about what we put on our

bodies. It's about what we put in

our bodies. So think of think of

your body as a symphony orchestra, and

each healthy choice you make is a beautiful note

that that contributes to the overall harmony.

This, that can you imagine that? I know. That was pretty ignorant.

I think that was a good analogy if I have to say so myself.

Okay. So here are some actionable tips.

Hydration is key, so make sure to

drink plenty of water throughout the day and use

moisturizers to keep your skin hydrated and plump.

Now I've heard that applying the moisturizer

to damp skin can actually better lock

in hydration. Remember, hydration

from the inside out is just as important.

So aim for at least 8 glasses of

water a day. I know some people might be saying,

jeez, 8. That's a lot. And but once you get used to it,

it really isn't that bad. I always keep a

water bottle with me, and I actually sometimes jazz it

up with some lemon slices or or cucumber to make

it a bit more appealing. So if you don't already,

then you try to keep a water bottle handy.

Protect your skin. Wear, sunscreen

daily even on cloudy days, and avoid prolonged

sun exposure to prevent premature

aging and skin damage. This really is a

nonnegotiable. Wear a broad

spectrum SPF or at least at

of at least 30. And don't forget

about your hands and your neck because these areas often

show signs of aging first. So give them some

some extra TLC. I remember my mom used to

say that you could tell how old someone was by

looking at their hands. And so, therefore, I'm very self

conscious about my hands. I try to make sure that they're protected and

they're they're moisturized so that my hands don't

look like it's the first part of my body that's aging. Protecting

your skin from the sun is one of the best ways to maintain a

youth full experience. And then let's talk about

nourishing from within. Eating healthy

plays a huge role in how our skin looks.

Include berries, leafy greens, and nuts in your diet

to fight free radicals and to promote healthy

skin. These antioxidant,

rich foods help keep your skin looking fresh and

vibrant. It's a foundation

in youth in a glass, really.

Also, consider adding fatty fish like salmon

to your diet twice a week for those beneficial

omega threes, plus they're delicious.

And then get moving. Stay active with regular

exercise to boost your circulation, tone muscles,

and maintain a healthy weight. Find activities that you enjoy.

We've talked about this before. Maybe it's dancing, it's

swimming, or just taking a brisk walk every day.

Try to aim for at least a 150 minutes of

moderate intensity aerobic activity

weekly, and that's actually recommended by the CDC.

Remember, exercise isn't just for a good body,

it keeps you you energetic and vibrant too, so stick with

it. And then prioritize self

care and relaxation to reduce stress levels, improve

sleep quality, and enhance

overall well-being. Make time for activities

that help you unwind, whether it's reading a good

book, taking a bubble bath, practicing

meditation, or just even taking a

few deep breaths that can help. Stress can

really take a toll on your appearance. Don't

underestimate the power of quality sleep.

Aim for about 7 to 8 hours of sleep a night.

Now I'm getting better with getting in sleep.

I'm not at 8 hours, but many nights,

around 7. And you know what? I guess they call it

beauty sleep for a reason. Now back to

our tips, I think this is gonna be our 5th. So we're gonna

call it it's gonna be our secret weapon and it's

confidence. So if there is one thing that I've learned over

the years, and it's that confidence is the

most beautiful thing a woman can wear. It's

about owning who you are celebrating your journey

and radiating that inner sparkle that comes

from self acceptance and love. Now I

know I said 5, but wait, here's an extra one. And

this may be the most impactful tip of all.

And that's taking care of your mental and

emotional well-being. Your mindset plays

a significant role in how you age and perceive yourself.

Practice gratitude daily to shift your focus to the

positive aspects of your life. Staying

socially active keeps your mind sharp and your spirit

young. Pursue hobbies and an interest

that bring you joy. Challenge your brain with new

learning experiences. Surround yourself

with positivity and supportive people.

Start a gratitude journal and write down 3 things that you're

grateful for each day. Challenge

negative self talk and surround yourself with people who

lift you up. Now, as you can see,

the key to looking younger after 50 lies in a

holistic approach to skincare, nutrition,

fitness, and self care. By following these tips,

you can boost your confidence, which is the best accessory that you

can wear. When we feel good on the inside, it

shows on the outside. You can embrace

your natural beauty as well as your laugh lines.

You know, your laugh lines, they're a map of all the joy

that that you've experienced in

your life. We're gonna go back.

As you can see, the key to looking younger than ever

after 50 lies in a holistic approach to skincare,

nutrition, fitness, and self care. But

following these tips, you can

okay. We're gonna do it one more time. 123.

As you can see, the key to looking younger than ever

after 50 lies in a holistic approach to skin

care, nutrition, fitness, and self care.

By following these tips, you can boost your confidence, which is

the best accessory you can wear. When we feel good

on the inside, it shows on the outside. You can

embrace your natural beauty as well as your laugh lines.

Your laugh lines are a map of all the joy that

you've experienced in life. Celebrate your gray hairs.

They're a crown of wisdom. Remember,

younger isn't about turning back the clock. That's not what we've

been talking about. It's about living vibrantly,

caring for yourself, and and embracing your

authentic self at every age. Now I could

go on for days, but it's time to end. I have

stuff I need to do, and I'm sure that you do

too. But I hope that you found these tips

helpful. And if you did, don't forget to subscribe

to this podcast, and then share it with a fabulous friend

who deserves to feel amazing in their skin.

Let's keep the conversation going. What makes

you feel young at heart? Share your thoughts

before we go. Here's a mantra to make for

you to take with you during the week. It's

I am strong. I am beautiful. I am

worthy. And I am enough. Now repeat

that mantra to yourself every day and watch

your confidence soar. Remember,

age is just a number, and true beauty knows

no bounds. Stay fabulous, my friend.

Thanks for hanging out with me today. I hope you're feeling

inspired and ready to own your awesomeness. I

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