Get Younger- Looking Skin In 9 Days

Americans spend millions of dollars each year zapping, plumping and peeling away wrinkles!

Chronic stress break down collagen and can age you three to six years, or more, according to Amy Welchsler, MD, a New York- based dermatologist also board certified in psychiatry. Thankfully, the ravages of stress on our external appearances are reversible.

In her book, The Mind- beauty Connection”  (free press, 2008), Dr Wechler developed this 9-day program to turn back the hands of time.

DAY ONE – Simplify – Establish a daily skin care routine and regular sleep schedule.

DAY TWO – Relax. Try a yoga class. Learn simple breathing exercises. Connect with friends.

DAY THREE – Go green. Get out in nature and take in the surroundings, even if its just for five minutes.

DAY FOUR – Eat clean. Avoid fast, fried and processed food. Gravitate toward mood-boosting foods such as watermelon, sunflower seeds and sweet potatoes.

DAY FIVE – Make a move. Establish an exercise routine.

DAY SIX – Foster friendships. Connect with family in person.

DAY SEVEN – Pamper yourself. Learn how to meditate before bedtime.

DAY EIGHT – Sleep in beauty. Sleep in or take a nap.

DAY NINE – Reflect. Look back on your week.