Seeing a sagging, less youthful face looking back at you in the mirror can cause your psyche to do a double take … all of a sudden your confidence leaves you as you realize that your jaw line is no longer firm and taut. You see slackness that cannot be disguised. The heavy, droopy eyelids, the cheeks that are sliding downward and that developing double chin are all tell-tale signs that age is showing on your face.

This scenario is very common. It happens to celebrities and it happens to ordinary people like you and me.

Many people succumb to the hype of surgery, laser and injections. They are more than willing to use artificial means to attempt to give Mother Nature the proverbial boot.

Usually when a person begins using injections to smooth, fill or paralyze fine lines and wrinkles, they have made a decision that will forever change their faces and perhaps even long-term good health. After all, do you really know all the ingredients in that syringe?

Having a needle stuck in your face every few weeks over and over, year after year, does not equate to aging well. Does it?

Preserving a youthful face has been the desire of most women and some men since the beginning of time. Creams, lotions, and other preparations have been used for centuries in hopes of curtailing the march of time across aging faces.

There are some pretty amazing topical skincare items in the market today but unfortunately they cannot stop the muscles from lengthening, dragging down and misshaping the skin and facial features.

Even after years of using the finest topical skincare products, skin loses its tone and elasticity resulting in an old looking, soft face. The muscles in the face attach directly to the skin so when the muscles become flabby from dis-use, the skin tone then is spongy and lifeless.

If you are like most consumers' surgery and injections scare you, and rightfully so; when aging is evident, sometimes desperate people take desperate means that fool with Mother Nature.

Wearing a healthy face – no sagging or droopiness in evidence is possible. Just as exercise is used to realize better muscle tone and sleekness in the body there are specialized resistance exercises that will produce the same type of results for the face.

Many good things happen to faces that are exercised. Increased circulation immediately de-stresses the features as the forehead, cheeks and eyes receive long needed lifting.

The most noticeable quality of an exercise face lift means tired muscles begin to plump up with oxygenated blood; the action of contraction affects the skin and it, too, feels and looks firmer and tighter.

The entire face and neck can be lifted, toned and tightened just like the body.

Take a look at your eyes. Hold a mirror at eye level and be honest: Do you see one or two tired, hooded eyes looking back at you? Do your eye lids feel heavy?

The very delicate area around your eyes can be traumatized by the weight of the forehead muscle pushing downward into the eye brows and then the eye lids. This compression causes crows' feet as the forehead muscle elongates into first the upper eyes and over time, the compression will affect the lower eyes as well.

Rather than fall prey to the hype that surgery and injections are the only options available, think exercise. Facial exercise will lift the sagging brows and forehead, create a wider area between the eye lashes and eye brows and put the sparkle back in your eyes.

Surgery and injections are not quick fixes. They are temporary at best. Recovery time and other issues such as infection, loss of sensation, disappointment, excessive bruising and scarring, nerve damage and prolonged healing need to be considered.

Exercise is natural, it's easy and the results will far out-rival the liquid or surgical facelift. Your face will look young and vibrant – your confidence will soar.

Having beautiful healthy hair greatly improves a woman's physical appearance and self esteem. Many women are not content with the condition and length of their hair. Although there is a trend of wearing shorter hairstyles, the allure of long, gorgeous hair is preferable to more modernized, fashionable cuts. Because of this, many women seek out new and inventive ways to prompt hair growth. However it should be noted that hair cannot be miraculously manipulated to grow instantly.

Generally, hair grows 6 inches per year. It is considered a dead protein therefore it cannot restore itself or add length to the sections that have already become damaged. This simply means for your hair to show signs of growth you will need to take care of the hair that has already grown so that any new growth from the hair shaft can be seen. If your hair goes through extensive cycles of breakage it will appear to be stunted and lacklustre. There is no solution that will make you go from short and brittle to long and beautiful in days or weeks. However by following some of the the guidelines below you will observe increased hair length over the course of a few months.

* If you suffer from excessive breaking and bald patches consult a dermatologist. You may have a condition that can be treated. In cases of severe hair disorders do not resort solely to self treatment.

* Opt to wear hair extensions if you discover that your hair is unmanageable or not easily styled. Ensure it is done by a professional who will be able to avoid inciting more hair breakage by putting in the extensions correctly. During the period that the extensions are worn your hair will look prefer you want it to, while getting a break from direct heat styling.

* Boost you hair growth with vitamins and minerals such as B complex, B-6 vitamin E, vitamin C and Beta Carotene which have all been proven to help improve hair texture and length. You should also consider adding minerals such as Magnesium and Zinc to your regular diet. To make things easier you can invest in supplements that contain all these beneficial vitamins and minerals.

* Try to increase your protein intake which will greatly improve the strength of your hair, making it more resilient and less likely to break.

* Do not wash your hair in excess as this will eliminate natural oils and moisture from your scalp which normally help to maintain hair's lustre and elasticity. Wash your hair no more than twice a week and condition your hair after each wash. If your hair is processed or dyed wash your hair with Shampoo once a week and condition it in between shampoos.

* Try to get adequate rest as hair growth is greatest during periods of sleep.

* Ensure that you eat well and are doing sufficient levels of physical activity.

* Do not utilize blow dryers and heat styling tools very often as this will cause hair damage and breakage.

* Trim the hair routinely to make the hair more manageable and more viable.

* If your hair is processed or relaxed opt for professional maintenance to keep hair healthy.

* Do not dye or process your hair if it is already very damaged.

* Utilize hair treatments that contain Shea butter, castor oil, olive oil or mayonnaise to help repair damaged areas of the hair.

Do you believe that you are what you eat, breathe, drink, think, and do? That is what health crusader Dr. Patricia Bragg believes, and she is right. 'Your whole life will be transformed if you are a good stewart of your health'.

Dr. Bragg is Clint Eastwood's nutritionist, advised Madonna to decide what type of food to feed her first baby, has kept the Beach Boys youthful, and has kept Dr. Scholl and Conrad Hilton hearty to almost 100. She doesn't believe you have to be a Hollywood Star to follow the Bragg Healthy Lifestyle Plan.

The Bragg philosophy is based around simplicity. Anybody can follow the healthy lifestyle by realizing that the best things are free. These include fresh air, sunshine, deep breathing, exercise, good posture, smiling, and healthy loving thoughts.

Dr. Bragg urges you to take control of your health and ageing so you can live longer, look younger, and feel better everyday. If you treat your body well, you will defy the signs of ageing. Here are her Bragg Healthy Lifestyle secrets:

Start Raw

One of the best ways to supplement your body with natural enzymes is by eating raw foods. And, if you start a meal with raw foods you will be less inclined to overeat. Patricia's fresh veggie mix includes grated or chopped cabbage, grated carrots, broccoli, bell pepper, beet, celery, and cauliflower. Add a healthy dressing with raw organic apple cider vinegar and virgin olive oil. Enjoy your salad before eating any cooked dishes.

Super Rejuvenator

Begin the look younger plan by doing a distilled water fast for 24 hours. Dr. Bragg recommends you drink 7 to 9 glasses of water and that 3 of these have apple cider vinegar and raw honey added. Herbal teas and diluted fruit juices are fine. When you fast, you cleanse the workings of the inner body and this promotes self-healing. Fasting is a major rejuvenator and miracle healer because the vital force in your body is directing itself to purify the body. Fasting one day a week is a perfect way to be healthier and live longer. When you stop the fast, start by eating a light raw meal.

Bragg Live Longer, Look Younger Diet

Dr. Bragg recommends the following: Organic foods are the healthiest. Keep foods as natural as possible in the least processed form. Patricia's ideal diet is salads, raw fruits and vegetables, beans, brown rice, legumes, seeds and nuts. Garlic, onions, spices, kelp, herbs, and lemon juice are the best flavorings to use. Her company also produces Bragg liquid aminos and raw apple cider vinegar. Breathe deeply and chew slowly because your stomach has no teeth. Relax with good music and savor every bite while being grateful for your healthy food. When you feel relaxed, you will find that you need less food to satisfy your body. If you're not happy, then your mind will never be satisfied and your appetite will follow.

Digestion Miracle Boost

Take 1 tablespoon of distilled water with 1/3 teaspoon Bragg organic apple cider vinegar five minutes before each meal. Hold it in your mouth for a few seconds and swallow to stimulate saliva.

Key to Health

The key to good health is good elimination. That means you should eliminate in the toilet after each meal. Dr. Bragg advises against harsh ingredients, colonic irrigation, enemas or laxatives. Instead, she recommends fiber, liquids, and B vitamins. Excellent sources include avocados, brown rice, beans, raw wheatgerm, nuts, vegetables, brewer's yeast, and bananas.

Slow, Deep Breathing

We take breathing for granted, and worst of all, most of us tend to take shallow breaths. Deep, slow breathing does wonders for clearing the mind of stress, boosting energy, digestion, and improving your health. Dr. Bragg wrote a book called Super Power Breathing. One of her exercises states that you lie flat on your back, relax, and slowly inhale through your nose. Place your hands on the lower part of your ribs and feel them expand. When your lungs are filled, purse your lips and slowly blow out the air. Do this exercise 15 times in the morning and again in the evenings to feel revitalised.

Other live longer, look younger tips include the following:

-Massage for health, energy, and relaxation.
-Get deep sleep to recharge.
-Exercise is vital for a healthy heart.
-Take 3,000 mg of Vitamin C daily.
-Every morning tell yourself that you will live a simple, serene, and sincere life.

Many people around the world enjoy the benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar Health Tonic. Raw organic cider vinegar helps for many conditions including arthritis and premature ageing. Most take their tonic 3 times per day. Stir 1 to 2 teaspoons of raw, organic cider vinegar and raw honey in a glass of distilled water. If you do this, you will certainly enjoy a healthier life while staying younger longer.

Diorissimo, Jadore, Dolce Vita...the list went on as one gets overwhelmed by the amount of fragrances, lotions and gift sets to choose from as one approaches the Christian Dior perfume counter. When it comes to the use of fragrances and the lotions and creams that accompany a specific perfume most people tend to get confused.

There is a vast difference between fragrance lotions and perfumes. For those who find that using both the perfume and the lotion of the same fragrance to be overkill, they can easily choose one or the other, though for a softer and more subtle scent, you may prefer to opt for the fragrance lotion alone. One particular advantage to be noted in doing this is the cost of the fragrance.

It would be pretty safe to say that in the market of perfume for every fragrance lotion there is a related perfume available and what is the only different factor is the quality. A fragrance lotion whose scent will stay with you the entire day and will also act as a moisturizer, whose purpose is to take care of your skin, then it would be advisable that you spend just a lit bit higher and decide on a brand like Chritian Dior. Make up and perfumes of Chritian Dior are known for using only the best ingredients for the purpose of creating their perfumes, eau de toilette and skin care products.

You would have noticed that if you had bought cheap perfumes, fragrances or lotions, they tend to have a very strong alcohol base and due to this the smell is not very pleasant and it also adds up to the dryness of your skin.

In some of the brands the fragrance lotions tend to smell a lot better than perfumes and have a really long lasting effect. The fragrance lotion made from Pure Poison perfume, is the one with the most pleasant scent even after many hours have passed and this is my personal opinion among all Christian Dior perfumes and lotions.

The best thing about lotions is that the fragrance penetrates the skin making it very smooth and soft and the fragrance stays the entire day. You will smell wonderful all day as the fragrance lingers on the skin strong enough but at the same time not been as overbearing as the perfume you use.

There are close to twenty fragrances in the Chritian Dior perfume collection and each one of these has a fragrance lotion that accompanies it. Choosing the right one for you isn't something that you should leave to someone else. The choice of perfume or cologne is definitely a very personal one, even if we often wear it to please another!

The perfume or fragrance lotion that you choose should be one that matches your personality, is appealing to you and one that you can enjoy the scent of all day. A trip to a Chritian Dior makeup counter will allow you the opportunity to sample not only the perfumes and eau de toilette collections but also the lotion so that you can find your best match.

Jadore, Diorissimo, Dolce Vita perfume, Dune perfume and all perfumes Poison like Tender Poison, Hypnotic Poison and Pure Poison perfume are just a few scents that you will find at the Christian Dior makeup and perfume counter.