I’m 40 but everyone thinks I’m in my 20s I swear by a £4 Boots purchase
A woman in her 40s who is still mistaken for a 20-year-old has revealed her secret to wrinkle-free skin for just £4.
Adriana, 40, says she is often mistaken for a very young mother, even though she has only just given birth to her first child.
She said she doesn’t believe her wrinkle-free skin is genetic and shared tips on TikTok that she uses to stay looking youthful.
Vitamins
Adriana said taking some vitamins and supplements helps her maintain a wrinkle-free appearance.
She swears by Vitamin D, which helps regulate the cell division cycle, which can help prevent premature aging.
At Boots you can buy a jar of vitamin D tablets for just £4.
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Adriana added that she started taking collagen in her 30s, which she believes has had a huge impact on the way she looks today.
Collagen improves the elasticity of your skin, preventing fine lines and wrinkles.
Do not tan
Adriana said she never goes to a tanning bed and that she hates lying in the sun.
Sun exposure can lead to premature signs of aging, such as wrinkles and fine lines.
Adriana prefers to use self-tanner to give herself a natural glow.
Water
Adriana makes sure she drinks two to three liters of water a day.
“I really try to keep track of how much I drink throughout the day,” she said.
“It has a big impact on your appearance.”
Drinking water helps the skin retain moisture and elasticity, which can reduce wrinkles and signs of premature aging.
Tips for aging well
There are a number of habits you can adopt to help maintain your health and well-being as you age.
Age UK shared the following tips:
- Do things you enjoy every day, like cooking, meeting friends, or enjoying a good book.
- Stay hydrated – drink six to eight glasses of water per day
- Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables to reduce your risk of heart disease and certain cancers, eat beans, legumes, fish, eggs and meat to help your body recover after an injury, starchy carbohydrates for energy, dairy products to keep your bones strong
- Manage long-term health conditions to prevent them from getting worse or having a greater impact on your health
- Stop smoking and limit your alcohol consumption to a maximum of 14 units per week
- Prioritize mental health and seek treatment for it as it can also impact physical health
- Make sure you sleep well
- Stay social – and call a friend or loved one if you can’t get out
- Be physically active to reduce your risk of depression and dementia, heart disease, stroke, Parkinson’s disease and some cancers
Adriana’s (@lil.icons) video has probably impressed many people, as it has been viewed more than 230,000 times on the video platform.
TikTok users rushed to the comments of the video to share their opinions on her anti-aging tips.
Someone said, “I’m the same. People think I’m in my 20s, but tomorrow I’ll be 42.
“I have two teenage daughters and people are shocked.”
Another said: “I refuse to believe she’s over 30!”
A third person said: “I’m 50 and when I’m in town people think I’m 30/35.
“No Botox. It starts with what you eat. Don’t tan your face. And add Celtic salt to your water.”
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