Lets start from the very beginning. Things would be a lot less complicated if we understand the simple fact that hands and face are the first to show signs of aging. They are the areas that undergo the maximum exposure to the sun and other elements. In addition, with all the work we do with our hands, it's no wonder they find it hard to escape the tentacles of age

Try out these handy tips

	Keep a piece of lemon next to your washing soap. Rub it over your hands at least once a day, before washing. This will help delay the onset of age-spots.
	Make it a point to wear rubber gloves when doing housework like dusting, cleaning out a cupboard or arranging shelves. In fact, it is a good idea to wear cool cotton gloves whenever possible.
	If you crack your knuckles, stop now unless you think wobbly fingers are a turn-on.
	Long nails can look very elegant, but only if they are kept in shape. File them regularly with an emery board - steer clear from a steel file as it can wreak havoc. And remember, nothing looks more unattractive on hands than dirt under the nails. So if you can't keep nails clean, keep them short and simple.

Some simple hand exercises

	Stretch your fingers wide and clap hard, so that your fingers are aligned - i.e. thumb to thumb, forefinger to forefinger. Not only is this yoga exercise is good for the hands, it aids blood circulation as well. Donot do this in public though, unless you want to be mistaken for an alternate species of humankind.
	Stretch your hands out in front of you, pull back curling in fingers with as much pressure as possible, as if you are trying hard to pull in something heavy.
	Hold both hands in front of you with palms facing inwards, loosen their wrist grip and flap them backwards and forwards. Feel them tingle as the blood rushes to them.
	Squeeze the tip of each finger as hard as possible for about five seconds. Any longer, and you'll be getting into acupressure - which is another story entirely.
	Close your fingers and circle your wrists ten times in each direction.