The irony is uncanny. Yesterday Bobbie Thomas stylist and expert correspondent of the Today Show shared with us her latest book "The Power Style" and how to discover your authentic self through style, and today alumni Katie Couric talk show topic was about anti-aging and outer beauty. Basically, between the two of them the topic and connection of inner beauty and outer beauty was explored. Oddly enough, there was a contrast in tone between the two gurus.
Earlier today I posted my Day #30 blog with some moving and heartfelt quotes from an article written by Bobbie Thomas. Her words resonated with me and tied in with my journey to doing my first photo shoot. To sum it up she spoke about loving and accepting the person in the mirror. Katie, on the other hand, took the approach that at sometime in a woman's life felt or feel. Katie cites, "Have you ever caught a glimpse of your own reflection and just wanted to scream? It’s a rite of passage for the aging process, but also a total nightmare. And even though age is just a number and beauty is only skin deep, it’s ok to be shallow for an hour."
As I was watching Katie, I could not do anything but agree. I am by no means flip-flopping but there was some truth to what she had to share. Being shallow "for an hour" or how long you choose is a rite of passage for the aging adult. Accepting the person in the mirror is just as important as accepting the desire to preserve ourselves just a wee-bit longer if possible. There is nothing wrong with embracing that desire. The saying goes "when you look your best, you give your best." There is a connection between how we look and how we feel. When I am not feeling or looking my best, I typically do not have a proactive approach to things. If you look blah, you will feel blah and won't give a blah.
Supermodels Tells All
Iman, Paulina Porizkova and Veronica Webb were the guests of the show. To say that they are aging gracefully is an understatement. Iman, 58 and Paulina and Veronica both 48 looked absolutely amazing. And of course, they contributed their ageless beauty to healthy lifestyles and happy family lives. Not that I do not believe them but-uh-er-um...okay. I will try to stick to both and see what happens. Here is some advice from our fav supermodels that will help keep us looking forever young.
"What ages you is when you lose your curiosity." ~ Iman
"Skin care is at the foundation of health, it's at the foundation of beauty." ~ Veronica Webb
"Inside every woman is sort of a movie star." ~ Paulina
Anti-Aging Finds Under $25
There was a segment on anti-aging products you and I get purchase at our local drugstores. Of course, I have the secrets to awesomeness for you. Check them out.
Wrinkles & Fine Lines
- L’Oreal RevitaLift® Triple Power™ SPF 30 Day Lotion
- Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair
Lines Around the Lips
- Garnier Ultra-Lift Targeted Line Smoother Tightener + Cream
Dark Spots & Discoloration
- Aveeno Positively Radiant Skin Brightening Daily Scrub
- Yes To Grapefruit Dark Spot Erase Serum
Dark Circles & Crows Feet
- Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Eye Cream & Lash Serum Duo
- RoC Retinol Correxion Sensitive Eye Cream
Dull Hair
- Pantene Age Defy
Holly Bonus Tip
- Vaseline
Katie Bonus Tip
- L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara
Happy Beautiful You, Peeps!
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