Five Ways to Look Younger Instantly: For Men

Recently, a terrific article was featured here on Associated Content entitled, "Five Ways to Look Younger Instantly," written by Ayanna G. A male reader of that article commented, "Thanks, but how does this apply to men?"

Excellent question, reader Harold Sink!

Men can certainly benefit from a strategy just as much as women in their quest to look younger instantly. What man would not wish to appear younger than his peers at his next high school reunion or his company Holiday party?

Here are 5 Easy Ways for A Man to Look Younger Instantly!

Trick #1- Hydrate Inside and Out

Fortunately, modern men tend to understand that good skin is a virtue. Skin that looks clear and well-hydrated versus rough and flaky can immediately make a man look younger than he actually is. In order to increase your moisture factor for your big night, do three simple things- Apply a moisturizer formulated for men's FACIAL skin or dry facial skin(please do not use a body lotion on your face!), drink at least a liter of water throughout your day, and go easy on alcohol and caffeine for the day (they dehydrate you and zap the moisture from your skin).

Trick #2- Make Sure Those Pearlies are White

Just as Ayanna G. mentioned in her article for women, white teeth make you look younger, regardless of gender. A great smile is appealing on the oldest man or the youngest child, and making sure you have a white and confident smile is the perfect way to make yourself appear younger. Nowadays, most malls and Sam's Clubs have a dental tooth whitening station located right inside, and the whitening takes about 15 minutes and costs under $100. For those looking for an at-home instant option, most drugstores carry the Rembrandt 2-Hour Whitening System, which costs around $30.

Trick #3-What NOT To Wear

Seriously, guys- Ask yourself if Brad Pitt would be caught dead in what you are wearing. Certainly, Hollywood celebrities have stylists and have to maintain their appearances for their work, but an average Joe can benefit from peeking at a current copy of

People magazine the next time he is in the doctor's office or hairstylist's waiting area. Pick up an outfit you see on a mall mannequin- Don't wear clothes to your high school reunion that you actually wore in high school (although, if you are still the same build as you were in high school, you are doing something very right!).

Trick #4- A Hairy (or Hairless) Situation

First of all, hair should not emerge from the nose or the ears. That rule applies to every man, woman and child. Secondly, facial hair should be well-groomed. If you are a man pushing 40 still sporting the same goatee you had during the '94 Gin Blossoms/Hootie and the Blowfish Tour, you might want to rethink that in lieu of a clean shaven or more modern look. That will shave 10 years off automatically.

"Porn mustaches" are best worn ironically or not at all.

Lastly, a word for men who are losing their hair- SHAVE IT OFF! There is nothing hotter than a bald man! Though there are some women who feel like men should go for that full-headed look no matter what, men need to realize that such thoughts are insane. A confident man is a sexy man. A man whose hair plugs resemble little rows of corn is just sad.

Trick #5- Age Ain't Nothin' But a Number

The single best trick to looking younger IMMEDIATELY is to smile, feel confident and have a great time! The afternoon before your big night (whether it's your 30^th reunion or your 75^th birthday), take off from work early and hit the golf course...or the video arcade! Do something that reminds you of everything you enjoyed when you were younger that you are still virile enough to enjoy now. When you feel great, you look younger!