33 Easy Ways to Start Growing Younger Today

Although overdoing it with alcohol can be age-accelerating, one glass of red wine a day is good for your health—and your skin. The chemical resveratrol, found in red grapes, is one of the most powerful anti-oxidants and curbs signs of aging by repairing cell health.

Use a trio of products (remember those acne-fighting kits when you were younger?) for a systematic approach to anti-aging.

We like the Sadick Dermatology Group Park Avenue Prescription, $70; sadickdermatologygroup.com.

It's not enough just to quit smoking, second-hand cigarette smoke also causes premature wrinkles. The oxygen-deprived (and toxin-filled) air triggers enzymes that destroy collagen.

Eat more good-for-your-skin foods like salmon, almonds, and berries.

See a full list of anti-aging foods here.

Flying, drinking, and staying up too late stretches skin, making even the smallest pores more noticeable. Shrink yours with this fragrance-free alpha-hydroxy peel.

We like Proactiv Pore Refining Peel, $20 for a box of 15; proactiv.com

Sun damage is the fastest way to get weathered skin. Wear a hat and stay out of direct sunlight to protect your complexion.

Stock up on products that brighten, tone, and repair dull skin all over.

We like Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Advanced Anti-Aging Body Lotion, $7.97; walmart.com.

Or not. But certain undersea delicacies, like seaweed, have a composition similar to blood plasma and are among the richest sources of minerals and nutrients. Seaweed also minimizes signs of aging by detoxifying skin and fighting free radicals. If you don't want to munch on salty seaweed, introduce it into your diet with capsules.

Try new anti-aging potions like this one which contain a type of skin-rejuvenating acid that was accidentally discovered when researching renewable energy options.

"You can apply all the makeup in the world, if you don't get enough sleep your skin is just not going to look good," says NYC dermatologist Dr. Debra Jailman. "Your skin needs this down time to help itself repair and rejuvenate. If you find yourself falling behind on sleep, make sure you turn off the tube, close your laptop, and set your BlackBerry to sleep mode so you can mentally check out."

Overall skin health depends on proper hydration, so if you're parched, you'll age more quickly. Shoot for six to eight glasses per day.

"The one must-have ingredient to help keep skin young is retinol," says NYC-based dermatologist Dr. Ariel Ostad. "Topical retinoids have been shown to improve the skin's texture and the appearance of fine lines along with increasing the thickness of the outer surface of the skin (the epidermis)."

Use an ultra-hydrating mask to tackle everything from eczema to acne. Rather than washing the formula off, wear it while you snooze (talk about beauty sleep!) and blot off the excess in the morning with a tissue. You'll wake up with soft, hydrated skin that looks more youthful, too.

We like Origins Drink-Up Intensive, $21; origins.com.

Celebrity facialists swear by sonic cleansing brushes to slough away dead cells and stimulate circulation.

We like the Clarisonic Mia System, $149; clarisonic.com.

As you age, the sun increases melanin levels in your skin, causing you to tan (or burn) — hyperpigmentation comes along with it. Try a concentrated brightening treatment like Skinceuticals Pigment Regulator, $85; skinceuticals.com, to help diminish spots and prevent future ones from popping up.

Opt for a new brightening serum like this one which contains soy blends more effective than Coenzyme Q10.

We like Prevage Clarity Targeted Skin Tone Corrector, $125; elizabetharden.com.

Studies show that stressing out practically etches lines on your face (as if you don't have enough to worry about). Finding a few moments of solace everyday can add years to your life—and money to your bank account (think about how much you'd spend on Botox otherwise).

Redness and irritation around the eyes get worse with age. Try an emollient cream with hyaluronic acid like this one to draw water into the skin and plump up lines. If your skin is really parched, layer a serum underneath a cream.

When it comes to UVA/UVB protection, don't think a high SPF means you don't have to reapply. Regardless of the promised-coverage, reapply every three hours or after swimming.

We like Ocean Potion Broad Spectrum Sunblock SPF 30, $7.49, drugstore.com.

Face firming foundations like this one tighten skin with oat extracts while creating an illuminating veil with hydrating microspheres.

We like Clarins Extra Firming Foundation, $42.50; nordstrom.com.

Or at least avoid it whenever you can. Excessive sugar reacts with proteins in your skin and speeds up the clock.

The plant-kind, of course. Advances in beauty science now utilize botanical stem cells (which are used in this product) to stimulate cell turnover and overall skin health. A luxe, month-long system might cost a pretty penny, but the results are equal to that of many in-office anti-aging procedures.

We like La Prairie Cellular Power Infusion, $475; laprairie.com.com.

Makes 1 Application Juice from 1/2 a lemon (strained) 1 egg white * Beat together the egg white and lemon juice for 3 minutes. * Apply directly to your face, avoiding the eyes. * Leave on for 30 minutes. * Rinse off with warm water.

Pollutants aren't just grimy, they can clog pores and prevent new, younger cells from shining through. Maintain your skin luster with a good, daily cleaning.

Feed your complexion by eating plenty of protein, which plays a vital role in the production of collagen and elastin -- essential ingredients for younger-looking skin. Good sources: meat, fish, eggs, cheese, beans, soy and lentils.

Double-duty your shut-eye time and use overnight products that contain ingredients like Vitamins B, C, and P to stimulate cell turnover and circulation. The result? Puffiness and overpigmentation are reduced by morning.

We like Shiseido Benefiance Wrinkle Resist Night Cream,$93; sephora.com.

Import the skin-refining benefits of the mineral-enriched Dead Sea to your bathroom or hotel room with this purifying body and face treatment.

We like the Ahava Dead Sea Mineral Mud, $28 for a box of four; ahavaus.com.

Taking oral supplements of vitamins A, C and E help prevent some damage from sunlight and aging.

Spotty skin looks older than it really is. Minimize pores with this exfoliating, oil-free daily serum.

We like the Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum, $39.50; clinique.com.

The perfect pick-me-up for parched skin, this liquid crystal mask transforms exhausted faces in less than ten minutes for a fraction of the price of a professional facial.

We like La Mer Hydrating Facial, $250 for a box of six masks; lamer.com

In addition to your annual mole-check, seeing your dermatologist on a consistent basis will allow him or her to help your game plan your best strategy for anti-aging. The more comfortable you become, the better the results.

Swollen eyes are usually the result of fluid retention. "Sleep disturbances, diets high in salt, and allergies can all contribute to water retention," notes dermatologist Dr. David Bank. "Flush out excess fluids, reduce sodium intake, and sleep with your head elevated so that gravity can work in your favor to pull water out of your face," he says.

We like Shiseido Benefiance Pure Retinol Instant Treatment Eye Mask.