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By Julyne Derrick, About.com Guide to Beauty since 2005

New Book for Women Over Age 40: "How Not to Look Old"

Thursday January 3, 2008
Did you know the most flattering skirt length on older women is right below the knee, just at where the calf begins? That the right bra can hitch your breasts up higher than a 20-year-old's? That you should ditch the dark lips for pink lipstick or gloss? A new book, "How Not to Look Old," is full of these tips and dozens more:

  • Super long hair with a center part is aging
  • Lose the metal frame granny glasses and opt for colored plastic frames instead (never, ever use a chain)
  • Try a trendy nail color like a pretty light pink, almost white, or a dark, dark color like deep burgundy
  • Find a comfortable pair of heels (she suggests Cole Haan's Nike Air heels)

    Author Charla Krupp was featured on the Today Show today and I collected the above tips for you guys. If I can remember others, I'll post them (ha!). The book is out now. Get it at the book store or online.
  • Comments

    January 4, 2008 at 12:01 am
    (1) Amazonian says:

    I am a former model who is close to 40. Undoubtedly one of the best ways not to look your age is to maintain your figure and a clear, even complexion. You don’t need to spend lots of money on either. I have a prescription skin lightening lotion of 4% hydroquinone and 1% retinol. It cost AUD $35 - MUCH cheaper then the alternative laser treatment I was orignally looking at that would have cost well over $1000!!!

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