how to protect your youthful glow

If you're like most women, you enjoy putting on a little makeup, some sparkly accessories, and dressing up in gorgeous clothing for special occasions -- but it's probably also important to you that you don't look over-the-top fake. Fortunately, maintaining a natural look is relatively easy. Following are three foolproof ways to maintain a well-groomed, natural appearance that can go from an understated daytime casual look to full on glamorous and back again within the course of 24 hours. 

Exercise Outdoors 

Those who exercise outdoors develop a certain glow that no amount of makeup or working out in the gym can replicate. Whether you walk, run, or just do calisthenics in your back yard, you'll be glad you did when the mirror reflects that special glow. As an added benefit, you may also look more relaxed and happy as a result of getting your fair share of vitamin D. Research suggests that those whose primary workout space is the great outdoors tend to be more loyal to their fitness programs than those who exercise indoors. You'll also save money on gym memberships, which is bound to bring a natural smile to anyone's face. 

Wear Halo Style Hair Extensions

Unlike traditional hair extensions, halo style extensions, such as from Hair Faux You, don't involve using glue or clips to attach the extensions to your real hair, and they also don't require being braided in. As the name suggests, halo extensions are slipped onto the crown of your head and fit comfortably unseen under your natural hair. Because they're made from real human hair, you'll be able to style it as you please. They're easy to put on and easy to remove once the night is over, requiring no special trips to the salon. Halo hair extensions require a minimum of maintenance -- simply wash them with your regular shampoo about once every two months, condition, and style as you would your own hair. 

Drink Water and Eat Foods Rich in Antioxidants 

Staying well-hydrated is essential to maintaining a healthy, natural looking glow, so be sure to get your share of clean, pure water. What you eat can also have a profound effect on the way your skin looks. Eat as many foods as possible that contain large amounts of antioxidants, such as leafy green vegetables, berries of all kinds, pomegranates, cherries, nuts and seeds, wild salmon, and dark chocolate. Eat organically grown and produced foods whenever possible.