Do you wanna feel old... or young depending upon what side of the 40-thing you're on?
In the land-of-Hollywood where no one seems to age and/or where some are in desperate denial of their age - take Madonna for instance who wishes her teenage daughter would dress more conservatively because at 50-something, she's the epitome of conservative! - they certainly try their best to look authentically 'natural'... but who am I to criticize? They are of the financial aptitude to afford having the perpetual fountain of youth at their fingertips, so why not? But I digress... While the celebs, turning 40 this year, have another decade (and them some) to catch up to these aging gods and goddesses, the "mid-life"train has arrived even for them. Have to admit, I was taken aback by some of the names that popped up on this list but then again, time certainly stops for no one (not me, you... or them...) nor does the biological clock - despite all the attempts to thwart the physical signs of aging - not even in the land of make-believe.
Turning 40 this year:
Actress: Heather Graham; Bday: Jan 29
Actress: Minnie Driver: Bday: Jan 31
Actress: Rachel Weisz; Bday: March 7
Actress/Singer: Queen Latifah; Bday: March 18 (this woman never ages!)
Actor: Vince Vaughan; Bday: March 28 (eyes are looking a lil' tired these days)
Model: Melania Knauss-Trump; Bday: April 26 (woah! double woah! what is up with her face?!?! her cheeks are blending into her eye sockets! scary weird looking!!)
Actress: Uma Thurman; Bday: April 29 (hmmm... might I suggest Blepharoplasty??)
Tennis Grand Slam Champ: Andre Agassi; Bday: April 29
Singer: Jordan Knight; Bday: May 17 (not sure if he considers himself a new 'kid' still???
Actress: Tina Fey; Bday: May 18 (for some reason, I thought she was a bit older... perhaps it's those glasses she always wears?)
Model & Assaulter: Naomi Campbell; Bday: May 22
Actor: Sean Hayes; Bday: June 26
Actor: Chris O'Donnell; Bday: June 26
Actor: Justin Chambers; Bday: July 11
Actor: Malcolm Jamal-Warner; Bday: August 18
Actor/Comedian: Jay Mohr; Bday August 23
Model: Claudia Schiffer; Bday: August 25
Singer: Deborah (aka 'Debbie') Gibson; Bday: August 31 (woah, she's kinda lookin' like Celine Dion... yikes!)
TV Host: Kelly Ripa; Bday: Oct 2 (I don't care how old she is, the woman needs to eat a burger!)
Actress: Josie Bissett; Bday: Oct 5
Actor: Matt Damon; Bday: Oct 8 (what, 40 already?!? when did that happen?!)
Actor: Kirk Cameron; Bday: Oct 12 (is it just me or do all child-actors look weird once they've 'grown up'???)
Actor: Ethan Hawke; Bday: Nov 6
Former Figure Skater: Tonya Harding; Bday: Nov 12
Actress: Jennifer Connelly; Bday: Dec 12
Model: Tyson Beckford; Bday: Dec 19 (this boy's still lookin' mighty hot!)
The turning point at which skin is irreparably losing its' elasticity, collagen and overall natural-youthful appearance has arrived... botox, fillers or laser skin-resurfacing anyone??
March 29, 2010
March 28, 2010
#1 - Get a facial peel
Yesterday I spoiled myself with a facial peel. It had been over 6 months since my last one and man, how I really missed it!
The first peel I ever had was when I was in my mid-20s and worked downtown. I remember sitting in my dermatologist's office waiting for a shot of cortisone for an underground subway zit that hurt like hell and noticed a poster whose caption (printed over a woman's dull looking face) read, "tired of looking tired? ask about our facial peels." And so I did. Dr Solish (one of the best cosmetic derm's in TO!) gave me an explanation about the product and procedure, and right after, I was booking an appointment. A week later, I was dropping 100 bucks and having my first ever glycolic acid peel! The procedure was quick (had it over lunch hour) and didn't hurt at all but rather, felt like a mild sunburn. Once the acid was neutralized with water, the tingling and mild burning sensation was gone. My skin no longer looked dull or gray, instead a healthy 'glow' emerged from my cheeks and my skin felt lighter... brighter. The next day I had some minor flaking but within a few days my skin was looking fresh and revitalized! From that day forward, I was hooked! Glycolic acid & I would become really good friends. I love the shedding of the skin (literally & figuratively speaking) and how over time, the peels have helped erase some of those dreaded wrinkles.
Peels are used to improve the texture, tone and appearance of ones skin. A chemical solution gets applied to the surface of the skin which causes it to slough off after a few days to a week, depending upon the type of chemical used. Afterward, the skin has a healthier glow and appears younger looking.
If you're 40'ish and have never had one - I highly recommend trying it. You won't be sorry for investing in your outward appearance and before you know it, you'll be hooked and working this into your regular skincare routine too! And guys, these treatments aren't just limited to us women, you can - and should - get them too!
There are all sorts of chemical peels with different levels of intensity out there, so if you've never had one best to start with something mild before cranking up the chemicals and ending up with a smoldering epidermis. A good Dr. will assess your skin in order to determine the best treatment, and if you are dark-skinned, he or she should take extra precautions in assessing appropriate treatment. Just make sure that whatever you do, consult a professional dermatologist before undergoing treatment anywhere.
1 down, 99 to go!
The first peel I ever had was when I was in my mid-20s and worked downtown. I remember sitting in my dermatologist's office waiting for a shot of cortisone for an underground subway zit that hurt like hell and noticed a poster whose caption (printed over a woman's dull looking face) read, "tired of looking tired? ask about our facial peels." And so I did. Dr Solish (one of the best cosmetic derm's in TO!) gave me an explanation about the product and procedure, and right after, I was booking an appointment. A week later, I was dropping 100 bucks and having my first ever glycolic acid peel! The procedure was quick (had it over lunch hour) and didn't hurt at all but rather, felt like a mild sunburn. Once the acid was neutralized with water, the tingling and mild burning sensation was gone. My skin no longer looked dull or gray, instead a healthy 'glow' emerged from my cheeks and my skin felt lighter... brighter. The next day I had some minor flaking but within a few days my skin was looking fresh and revitalized! From that day forward, I was hooked! Glycolic acid & I would become really good friends. I love the shedding of the skin (literally & figuratively speaking) and how over time, the peels have helped erase some of those dreaded wrinkles.
Peels are used to improve the texture, tone and appearance of ones skin. A chemical solution gets applied to the surface of the skin which causes it to slough off after a few days to a week, depending upon the type of chemical used. Afterward, the skin has a healthier glow and appears younger looking.
If you're 40'ish and have never had one - I highly recommend trying it. You won't be sorry for investing in your outward appearance and before you know it, you'll be hooked and working this into your regular skincare routine too! And guys, these treatments aren't just limited to us women, you can - and should - get them too!
There are all sorts of chemical peels with different levels of intensity out there, so if you've never had one best to start with something mild before cranking up the chemicals and ending up with a smoldering epidermis. A good Dr. will assess your skin in order to determine the best treatment, and if you are dark-skinned, he or she should take extra precautions in assessing appropriate treatment. Just make sure that whatever you do, consult a professional dermatologist before undergoing treatment anywhere.
1 down, 99 to go!
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