THIS IS WHAT 55 LOOKS LIKE

Sue Moxley is a TV presenter and businesswoman with her own range of cosmetics. She lives in essex with her husband and has three stepdaughters. I DON’T believe you need to keep your hair short as you age. I think my long hair is flattering. The one thing I always ensure, though, is that my hair is never dead straight. Like red lipstick and black eyeliner, it looks harsh, unnatural and can be very ageing. If I’m styling my hair, I prefer loose waves — this is a much softer look to frame your face. MANY women think you should wear less make-up as you get older as cosmetics are best left for young women. I don’t agree, you just have to wear the right make-up.

Older skin can lose its colour and vibrancy, so add a splash of peach lipstick to bring warmth to your complexion. Instead of black eyeliner, opt for brown instead as this looks softer and does not draw attention to fine lines. EXERCISE is important, but I think running can wreak havoc on our faces. The constant up and down force can loosen facial ligaments, causing sagging and drooping. Of course, you’d have to run a lot for it to happen, but I much prefer gentler exercise that still keeps me fit but also keeps everything in place! I walk my dogs every day and love yoga, too. EVEN though I’m very busy with work, I try not to let the pressure get on top of me. Stress is incredibly ageing — it can increase blood pressure, induce weight gain and can show on your face. Frowning and tense facial muscles can cause wrinkles. The more relaxed you are, the younger you’ll look. LOOKING and feeling youthful starts with our diet. I eat quite well, but I desperately need to deal with my sugar habit. I know that sugary, processed foods can make skin lose its elasticity and plumpness due to their effect on the body’s collagen and elastin. So when I have a craving, I reach for something that is naturally sweet, such as fruit, which still contains sugar, but almost always less than a cake or biscuit.