As we age, we gain knowledge and become more sensible in our actions. However, age also brings along some negatives, most notably in the form of wrinkles along with dry skin and hair. The trick of aging is having the best of both worlds - wisdom and youthful beauty.

The first thing you should realize is that self confidence is one of the hidden tricks of staying young. If you think you look old and feel old, chances are you will act old. Instead, keep your youthful confidence and you will be surprised at how much your self-assurance can help you retain a sexy aura. To show signs of confidence, keep an erect posture, look people in the eyes and don't be afraid to flirt!

When it comes to tangible beauty, start with places that are easiest to fix - such as your teeth. Keep your teeth healthy and white. If your teeth have lost their sparkle over the years, consider buying an over the counter teeth whitener. Visit your dentist for regular cleanings and consider a professional whitening treatment if your teeth are really dingy or yellow. Don't smoke and limit your intake of coffee, tea and colas.

Next, you should move on to your hair. The hairstyle that worked for you in your 20's won't be feasible to keep for the rest of your life. A shorter more hip hairdo will oftentimes make your hair appear lively and will help you keep a youthful look. Wash your hair with a moisturizing, anti-aging shampoo and follow up with a daily conditioner. Phyto is a wonderful line of anti-aging haircare products that really work well. Use deep conditioning treatment once a month.

Your eyes are another area where you can successfully turn back the hands of time. Use an eye cream nightly to fight wrinkles. Keep your eyebrows plucked and don't forget the mascara! Long, sensual eyelashes can take years off of your true age. Don't wear dark or bright eyeshadow, instead stick to soft, neutral shades.

Age can really show around the lips. Keep your lips moisturized with lip balm and use a heavy moisturizer around your mouth. Creamy lipstick is also a necessity. NARS lipstick is one of the best and comes in terrific colors. If you have noticeable wrinkles, skip powder makeup and go with cream formula instead.

Taking care of your body gets even more important as you age. If you drink eight glasses of water a day, not only will that be good for your health, it will also keep your skin from becoming dry. Sleeping approximately eight hours a night has also shown to help keep skin looking young. If you are going out in the sun, be sure to wear sunscreen because nothing speeds up the presence of wrinkles more than the sun.