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How to age with elegance
by Clémence

von Mueffling

A BIT ABOUT ME
I am the daughter and
granddaughter of two beauty
editors for French Vogue, and grew
up absorbing their wisdom and
advice. Today, I proudly continue
their legacy in my book Ageless
Beauty: The Secrets To French
Elegance. OK, it's mostly for women,
but men can learn too!

TIPS FOR
BEING
MORE
FRENCH

PERFECT SCHMERFECT
Beauty is not about perfection.
Regardless of age, French women
are always coquettish and not as
concerned with ageing as much as
ageing gracefully.  The reality and
existence of wrinkles are not as
important as the quality and health
of their skin. Well-hydrated skin
that's dewy and glowing optimally
reflects light in a flattering way, so
skin quality is paramount. We prefer
bare skin and minimal make-up.
Add a smile, et voilà!

CARE
FOR HAIR
Hair that's a bit
messy and undone is
the ultimate French
beauty signature.
Overdoing it is a
common mistake

DON'T
FORGET YOUR
DÉCOLLETÉ

A TOUCH OF SILK

MAKE MINE A DOUBLE
The secret to great skin is doublecleansing. The first time, you get
rid of the impurities, pollution or
make-up with a creamy product.
The second, you clean the skin's
top-most layer to optimise its natural
protection and regeneration, which
primarily takes place at night while
you're sleeping.

RUB ME TENDER
People underestimate the power of
massage. You will be amazed how
much you can improve your face
by massaging it yourself regularly.
It will tone the skin, improve

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Take precaution
and regularly apply
sunscreen as you
would on your face

circulation and minimise lines. Best of
all, it's free! 

FIRST-CLASS TRAVEL
If you're going on holiday, avoid
exfoliation (or peels) a few days prior
to any extended period of time spent
out in the sun. If the skin is over
sensitised, it may get sunspots.  If
you're taking a flight, travel with wellhydrated skin without make-up, as it
can be very drying. Apply make-up
just before you land.

Ageless Beauty: The
Secrets To French
Elegance is out now;
penguin.co.uk

BE KIND TO
YOURSELF
Even the smallest
changes to your
beauty routine can
make a difference,
and are something
worthy of feeling
good about

A HELPING HAND
My mother shared a memory from
years ago when a friend recommended
she see a make-up artist. The best way
to find the right one is to ask around,
or visit beauty counters at department
stores. "Experts will know how to use
and blend colours for your specific
skin tone," she notes. "This is an art,
and not something that most of us are
good at. They can really help you." B

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The outcome

One thing that really makes Ageless Beauty special is
I don't address fads. These are tried and true tips, some
that have worked for generations, and newer ones based
on scientific research. I always say "it's better to look
great for your age than to look no age at all."

PHOTOGRAPHY: PAMELA BERKOVIC

Never over-exfoliate, and treat your
skin as you would your favourite silk
blouse. Why would you burn, dry,
and peel, rather than nourishing and
maintaining healthy skin? You only
have one face; treat it with great care,
in the most delicate way you can.



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