Beauty tips for every age

Looking ahead - you can act your age, but you don't need to look it.

Here's how to make the most of your natural beauty:

Beauty tips in your 20s

• Use a tinted sunscreen and let your natural complexion shine through.
• Use a cheek gel and stain your cheeks and lips for a fresh flush.
• Go for high-wattage gloss and make your lips pretty and kissable.
• Maintain a good diet, drink plenty of water and consume antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables.
• Get enough sleep.

 Beauty tips in your 30s

• Look for foundations that give you good coverage but don't mask your natural skin tones.
• Invest in a skin-correct concealer.
• Lashings of mascara are a must.
• Look after your skin with a good product regimen, exercise regularly and get plenty of rest.

Beauty tips in your 40s

• Exfoliate regularly to banish dry flakes that may collect make-up.
• Use a powerful antioxidant moisturiser to stave off the signs of ageing and prevent further damage.
• Get regular facials to maintain your complexion.
• Use an eye cream daily to fend off wrinkles and fine lines.
• A moisturising foundation is the cornerstone of looking good. Dry skin gives away your age.
• A rosy lipstick and blush will bring a pretty hue to the cheeks and lips, and keep your face looking fresh.

Beauty tips in your 50s and beyond

• Invest in a rich day and night moisturiser to maintain the skin.
• Regular facials will help exfoliate the skin and maintain cell turnover.
• Exfoliate with a gentle scrub, and don't use water that is too hot or too cold, as it can damage the capillaries.
• Use a rich, anti-ageing foundation that injects extra moisture and antioxidants into the skin.
• Invest in an eyebrow pencil - fading eyebrows betray your age.
• Don't be afraid of using a shimmer blush or lipstick. Look for golden glints to create a soft radiance.

Photography: Steven Chee