Elle Macpherson's Tips On How She Keeps "The Body" In Shape
Who can believe that Elle Macpherson is 47 years old? She looks so amazing, for someone who has two children and a busy lifestyle running an international lingerie empire. Yep, we guess she can afford to pay for all the latest beauty treatments going, but it is said that Elle doesn't buy any beauty product which costs more than the equivalent of US $40 - we're not sure this is strictly true, but she does say that she uses all the products from her own Elle Macpherson, The Body bath and beauty range, which generally all retail for less than £10 each.
So what is the truth behind Elle's look - well, here are some tips from the lady herself on how she keeps herself glowing and beautiful.
Keep Your Beauty Routine Simple
Elle keeps her beauty routine simple, she quotes "look after your skin and it will look after you". Keep your regime down to 10 minutes a day - which is all that it takes and you are more likely to stick with it. Elle is a great believer in exfoliating her skin for a natural glow. When she does wear foundation make up she will use Revlon Age-Defying make up which is a great moisturiser.
Protect That Face
Many of you might have noticed that Elle loves to wear cowboy hats on the beach, and the reason behind this is that it protects her hair from the sun, as she herself says - it is coloured and tinted and it needs the added protection from the UV rays. But just as importantly, it protects her face from premature aging.
And Protect That Body
Elle loves the outdoor lifestyle, including the beach life, surfing and spending time with her boys - but she never forgets the danger of premature aging of her skin in the sun and she uses an invisible zinc sun cream to protect her from burning and uses a spray tan and compact bronzer to enhance her golden glow.
Get Scrubbing
Elle says that scrubbing (i.e. using a body scrub) is a "great way to rid yourself of dead skin cells which can dull the surface of your skin and also promote circulation, weight loss and an great inner glow". Using a body scrub will cleanse and smooth your skin in one.
Moisturise
Elle advises moisturising with a rich body moisturiser after using a body scrub - this is when the moisturiser will be best absorbed by your skin. Look for rich moisturisers such as body butters which contain ingredients such as Vitamin E and honey.
Keep Those Nails Neat
Elle's supermodel background has taught her that it's not all about the face and body, and that everyone notices a woman's hands, so manicured nails and well moisturised hands are very important.
Beauty Comes From Within
Elle's philosophy on life is that "beauty comes from within and nothing gives you more of a natural glow than love, laughter and water". So don't forget to smile, who looks beautiful with a sad or angry face?