Celebrities are defined by their unique beauty and individual talents, but most of them have one thing in common. Even under the glare of unforgiving lights, their skin looks fabulous, often ageless. What’s their secret?
Hint: It isn’t necessarily good genes. While some skin problems are inherited, only about 30 percent of aging is determined by our genetics. The other 70 percent is shaped purely by lifestyle choices.
When it comes to maintaining a fresh face, the stars aren’t so different from the rest of us. Many of their skin care secrets are surprisingly straightforward and affordable, though they do require commitment. Glowing skin is always in regardless of your celebrity status. And what better time than the approaching holidays to mimic that A-list radiance at home? Try these five easy celebrity tricks below for a glow that will last all year long:
1. Stay Out of the Sun
Though Paris Hilton and Jennifer Aniston are known for their flowing blonde locks and sun-kissed good looks, both stars credit their wrinkle-free skin to a lifelong aversion to suntanning. (Their tans are strictly of the spray-on variety.) These stars don’t just rely on sunscreen to keep their skin protected. They also actively avoid damaging UV rays. “[My mom] told me to always stay out of the sun, so while all my friends as teenagers were laying out all day in the sun, in oil, I never joined them,” says Paris, 38. “And I thank her so much – my skin looks good and I’ve not had to do BOTOX®® yet.”
Kathy Hilton’s advice to her daughter is supported by solid scientific evidence: Modern research shows that between 80-90% of the visible signs of aging are caused by sun exposure. Ultraviolet radiation breaks down the compounds (like collagen and elastin) that keep our skin strong and supple, making it more prone to developing lines, creases, and areas of discoloration. Fair-skinned people like Paris and Jen must be espec