Healthy Aging Lifestyle Tips You Can Start Now

Anupama Kurra
Oct 30
3 min read

Anupama Kurra, MD, Founder of Underground Beauty Bar

Glow naturally. Age beautifully. Feel confident in your skin.

Aging is a privilege — but feeling vibrant, confident, and strong as you age is a choice. At Underground Beauty Bar, we believe anti-aging isn’t just about treatments… it’s about daily habits that support your skin, your body, and your confidence from the inside out.

You don’t need a shelf full of expensive products to start caring for your skin and wellbeing. Small, consistent lifestyle shifts can help soften signs of aging and keep your skin glowing longer.

Here are simple, do-at-home anti-aging tips backed by science and aligned with our natural-care philosophy

1) Take Your Hydration to the Next Level

Dehydrated skin looks dull and accentuates fine lines.

Try:

A glass of water first thing in the morning-- or better yet, a glass of coconut or fruit-infused water. Your body holds on better to water when it contains electrolytes from the coconut or other fruit.
Herbal teas for hydration + antioxidants -- swap out your second (or third) cup of coffee for herbal tea, since it is better for hydration.
A humidifier in dry months -- the dry air of winter can be brutal on your skin, and our home heating makes it worse. Keep the air humidified in your house for better skin and lung health. Consider turning down the heat a little, and putting on more layers-- it's better for you, and the planet!

2) Improve Your Beauty Sleep

Nighttime is when your skin repairs itself.

Healthy sleep habits:

Power down screens 60 minutes before bed
Sleep on your back to reduce creasing
Take 10 deep meditative breaths before bed
Wear socks and even gloves in the cold months to boost circulation and keep you cozy
If you tend to carry tension in your face (like me), osteopathic manipulation can be remarkably effective. Osteopathic manipulation is a hands-on technique performed by osteopathic physicians, that helps relax muscles anywhere in the body, reducing pain and restoring realignment. Book an initial visit with our partners at CT Sports Recovery HERE, to meet with a physician and discuss your muscle tightness. They are located in the same suite at Underground Beauty Bar, and all major insurances are accepted!

3) Strengthen Your Skin from Within

What you eat shows up on your skin.

Focus on:

Antioxidants (berries, leafy greens) for a brighter complexion
Omega-3 fats (chia seeds, flax, walnuts) for supple skin
Collagen-supporting foods (citrus, broccoli, almonds)

4) Protect Your Skin Daily with SPF

The sun is the #1 cause of premature aging — even in winter. If you don't do anything else for your skin, DO THIS!

Make it a ritual:

Mineral sunscreen every morning
Reapply when outdoors for long periods
Don’t forget chest, neck, palms and backs of hands

5) Manage Stress for Healthy Hormones + Skin

Stress increases inflammation and speeds aging.

Simple resets:

Deep breathing
Meditation apps
Evening wind-down routines
Read our lifestyle and wellness blog for upcoming stress management posts

6) Move Your Body — Your Skin Loves Circulation

Regular movement supports collagen, reduces puffiness, and improves skin oxygenation.

Morning stretching or yoga
A daily walk
Light strength training 2–3× weekly

Movement = natural rejuvenation.

7) Keep Skincare Simple + Effective,

Your routine doesn’t need to be complicated — it needs to be consistent.

A great foundation:

Gentle, non-toxic cleanser. We absolutely love Wildbloom products based right in Wilton, Connecticut.
Hydrating serum (hyaluronic acid is a favorite!)
Moisturizer that loves your barrier
SPF — always

Clean, cruelty-free products can deliver powerful results.

7) Avoid Repeated Botox, Fillers and Laser Treatments

While these treatments may give great short-term results, there can be long-term losses rather than gains.

Botox temporarily paralyses your muscles which overtime can lead to muscle wasting and fluid buildup which can actually worsen wrinkles and damage the skin barrier
Fillers stretch the skin, giving a temporary lift, but they are not treating the underlying problem and they do not boost collagen
Lasers can boost collagen but they are not guaranteed to strengthen the skin barrier

That's why we offer alternative treatments to Botox, fillers and lasers - because we believe there is a better way to support your skin as it ages! Read more about microneedling HERE and you'll see why we are obsessed with it!