Top 10 Beauty Tips Straight from Celebrities Who Aged Gracefully

Experience is the best teacher in many facets of life, and that includes beauty. We can turn to these famous celebrities who are in their 40s and beyond for some nuggets of wisdom on how they stay glowing and fabulous throughout the years.

1. Christie Brinkley, 63, on the importance of sunscreen.

Christie Brinkley is an American actress, model, and a skin care company founder. She appeared on Jack and Jill and National Lampoon’s Vacation. If you know the Billy Joel’s 80s hit Uptown Girl, watch the music vid on YouTube and you’ll see Christie Brinkley in her late 20s. She was also the face of CoverGirl for 25 years.

We hear it all the time. Slather on sunscreen daily, even if you’re just staying indoors. Here’s Christie Brinkley’s beauty tip as shared on Byrdie:

I have daughters who are in their 20s. Both girls have such beautiful skin. Basically what I’ve done for them is I’ve hovered over them as children, running around with sunblock. That’s what I would tell any 20-year-old—it’s the most important thing.

2. Cindy Crawford, 51, on dealing with dry skin.

Cindy Crawford is one of the most successful American supermodels, gracing the cover of top magazines and walking the runways for highly-coveted global fashion brands. The 5 feet 9 inches model is known for her trademark mole above the left corner of her lip.

Dry skin becomes common as we age. Here’s Cindy Crawford’s beauty tip as shared on Into the Gloss:

On dry skin, I use the brush all over my body, always brushing toward my heart. Not only do you brush off dead skin, you invigorate your body, stimulate your lymphatic system, reduce cellulite, and decongest your skin.

3. Halle Berry, 51, on being comfortable in your own skin.

Halle Berry is an award-winning American actress. She has starred on at least 38 films to date, including Monster’s Ball and Catwoman. She is also known for her portrayal of Storm in X-men.

Being beautiful is being comfortable with yourself. Here’s Halle Berry’s beauty tip as shared on Allure:

It's feeling comfortable and confident in expressing yourself—not really caring what people think. It's doing whatever I want to do: If I want to wear this hair, if I want to wear that hair.

4. Jennifer Lopez, 48, on keeping it simple. 

When it comes to entertainment, Jennifer Lopez is the total package. She’s a singer, dancer, fashion designer, and actress. She has a come a long way since her breakout role as Selena in the late 1990s. Perhaps as famous as her songs is her shapely derriere, a God-given feature enhanced and maintained through exercise.  

Skincare is essential at every stage of a woman’s life. J.Lo keeps it simple. Here’s J.Lo’s beauty tip as shared on StyleCaster:

I use a very mild makeup remover and a very basic sunscreen-moisturizer combo, I and I try to get lots of sleep.

5. Kris Jenner, 62, on how to be beautiful in your 60s.

Kris Jenner is the “momager” of reality TV stars and social media sensations Kim Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, and Kendall Jenner. She has her own production company and also appears on the reality show, Keeping Up With The Kardashians with her daughters.

Beauty starts from the inside. Here’s Kris Jenner’s beauty secret as told on New You:

It starts from the inside out. And when you get to my age, it’s about sleep and stress.

6. Salma Hayek, 51, on embracing your age.

Salma Hayek is a Mexican and American actress and model. While her acting career started in Mexico, she rose to stardom when she portrayed Mexican painter Frida Kahlo in Frida (2002).

The key to a lasting youthful glow is embracing your age, no matter what stage of life. Here’s Salma Hayek’s beauty tip as shared on Allure:

I don’t want to spend what’s left of my youth pretending I’m younger and then not enjoying life. 

 7. Julia Roberts, 50, on faking a restful nap and being happy to stay gorgeous.

American actress and producer Julia Roberts is the epitome of a Pretty Woman, which also happens to be the title of the classic romantic comedy that captured the hearts of many in the early 90s. This was followed by other successful films, including Notting Hill, My Best Friend’s Wedding, and Runaway Bride. Roberts is known for her broad and captivating smile.

Sometimes all you need to look well-rested is a bit of eye makeup and a positive disposition. Julia Roberts shares her beauty tip on InStyle and People, as reported by E! News:

Mascara: It makes you look like you've had a good nap.

Happiness: People who seem truly happy… That's what makes everybody the most gorgeous.

And the secret to her white teeth? Probably baking soda. She told InStyle that she learned from her grandfather to use baking soda when brushing one’s teeth. Her grandfather had only one cavity in his lifetime.

8. Gloria Romero, 84, on the secret to timeless beauty.

Gloria Romero, a multi-awarded veteran Filipina actress is one of the most beautiful faces to have ever graced the Philippine TV industry. At 84, she continues to appear on films and TV shows, including Ang Panday and Meant to Be.

To look and feel well-rested, we need seven to nine hours of sleep each day. Gloria Romero shares her beauty tip on Philstar:

Proper sleep. I sleep a lot. I go to bed eight hours every night if there’s no work.

  

9. Choi Ji Woo, 42, on basic skincare.

Korean Actress Choi Ji Woo is popular for her role in Korea’s hit drama series  Winter Sonata and Stairway to Heaven.  

Korean women are big on skincare, and they’re known for the 10-step skincare system. But Choi Ji Woo, who looks like she hasn’t aged a day, focuses on basic skincare. Choi Ji Woo shares her beauty tip on K Beauty Now:

I just pay close attention to my basic skincare routines. I can’t stress enough how important it is to properly cleanse and give moisture to your face. Even when I don’t put on makeup, I always make sure to wash my face thoroughly. Then I put on my moisturizing night cream before going to bed to keep my skin moist the next day. 

10. Aishwarya Rai, 44, on nourishing the skin and being at peace with oneself.

Indian actress and beauty queen Aishwarya Rai is a successful Bollywood actress. She also won the 1994 Miss World pageant and made it to Hollywood.

 

What you eat, drink, and think directly affect your look. Here’s Ashwarya Rai’s beauty tip as shared on Vogue:

 

The beauty advice I would pass on to my daughter is simple—always drink a lot of water, nourish your skin and hair with vitamin-rich food and keep it simple. I think the biggest learning I can give her is to be at peace with herself and be happy—that will make her a naturally beautiful human being, inside and out.