Male hair loss is part of the natural ageing process, along with a tendency to gain weight around the stomach, and more pronounced lines around the eyes or mouth. However, there are some things you can do to ensure you look good at any age.
While you can’t stop the passage of time, there are simple steps you can take to knock years off your true age: from revamping your wardrobe, taking regular exercise and controlling male hair loss. Here we take a look at what to expect at different ages - and what you can do to help.
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Ageing Through the Decades - What Men Can Expect as They Get Older
Here we shall take a brief look at the aging process in men and what you may experience at each decade throughout your lifetime from age 20’s onwards.
20’s - This is the decade men will first show the signs of aging and you may also notice fine lines, as well as loss of skin elasticity in your face or neck. You may also start to show signs of male hair loss as early as your 20’s and possibly greying hair.
30’s - Men may start to gain weight in their 30’s if they don’t keep exercising. They may also notice that skin cells don’t replenish themselves at the same rate and male features become coarser.
40’s - Many men at middle age notice a change in their eyesight and require reading glasses in their 40’s. Muscle strength starts to decease at this age and the male metabolism starts to slow down. Hair will also show signs of aging and you are also likely to notice deeper lines on your face.
50’s - Male sight and hearing starts to decline at this age and you can also start to lose your taste buds in your 40’s and 50’s. The physical changes of aging start to appear and the skin becomes thinner and drier.
60’s - Bones become weaker at this decade and men in their 60’s are more vulnerable to certain health related problems. The loss of skin elasticity is more pronounced from the mid-60’s onwards.
70’s - Some of the signs of aging at this age are arthritis and osteoporosis and there are various chronic conditions that can affect men at this age.
Ten Ways to Hold Back the Years
The good news is that you can stay healthy and looking good whatever your age and here are some of the ways you can hold back the years - and live longer.
1. Regular Exercise
Taking regular exercise helps keep your body in shape, boosts your mood, promotes better sleep patterns and increases your stamina. It also helps prevent a variety of problems and diseases such as arthritis, type 2 diabetes, depression, high cholesterol and heart disease.
2. Quitting Smoking
Whatever your age, quitting smoking will give you a longer life. Quitting smoking also brings a number of other benefits such as increased lung capacity, better skin condition, less stress, more energy and improved fertility.
3. Staying Out of the Sun
Sun damage is one of the biggest contributors to premature aging. Fortunately, there are things that you can do to prevent this such as staying out of the sun and using a daily moisturiser with a high SPF.
4. Drinking More Water
Drinking more water helps improve concentration, mood and energy levels and it also helps you lose weight as it stops hunger pangs. It helps on the outside too as it moisturises your skin and improves its elasticity. Drinking more water and cutting back on the booze will help you look and feel great.
5. Revamp Wardrobe
Dressing for your body shape will help hide those pounds and can cut years off you. If you don’t know where to start, many department stores have in-house personal shoppers who can steer you in the right direction.
6. Waxing and Shaving
Keep yourself well groomed by regularly shaving and keeping your look up to date. One way to make the most of your features is to get your eyebrows waxed - and don’t forget to clip ear and nose hair.
7. Manicured Nails
Men, as well as women, can benefit from the odd manicure. Keep your nails on your hands and feet clean and clipped and you can either do this yourself, or pop to your local beautician who can do it for you.
8. Controlling Hair Loss
Some of you may experience signs of male hair loss in your 20’s. However, it is possible to prevent further hair loss with the right form of treatment. For this to be effective, it is vital to arrange a consultation at the first signs of thinning or receding. Here at the London Centre of Trichology we provide male hair loss prevention treatments tailored to your individual needs.
9. Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening can knock years off your age and while there are home kits available, it is preferable to have whitening carried out by a dentist to avoid damage to the teeth or gums. Simply cutting down on staining foods such as tea and coffee and using a whitening toothpaste regularly is an inexpensive alternative. Another way to improve your appearance and make yourself look younger is to smile!
10. Radiate Confidence
By radiating confidence, you will look and feel fantastic and other people will want to be around you. Whether you are at home, at work, or at a social occasion, stand up straight and have good posture and you will instantly look younger.
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