Curb the sweet tooth. After the age of 35, the damage of eating too much sugar shows on the face. It enters the bloodstream and attaches itself to the collagen and elastin protein, weakening it and changing its structure. This shows up on the skin's surface as wrinkles, sagging and a loss of radiance.
Neck and decollete skin is thinner than on the face and easily gets sun damaged. It doesn't require a separate cream, but you should use SPF (sun protection cream) during the day and a moisturiser over neck and chest at night-time.
Hands can be dry, lined and have age spots before their time, as they are consistently exposed to UV light and cleaning products. Always use rubber gloves when doing chores and a hand cream with SPF - you should apply it after every hand wash.
Good Housekeeping, October 2013
