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Be (a little!) vain

True, getting nipped and tucked is not the golden ticket to eternal youth. But don’t underestimate the power of taking care of your looks (covering your grays, buying a fancy face cream).

“There’s a big difference between going crazy trying to look 10 years younger and trying to look your best at whatever age you are,” says Vivian Diller, PhD, author of Face It. “Prolonging the vitality of your skin, your hair, and your body will make you feel more confident and youthful.” So enjoy that salon visit, guilt-free!

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