Water way to being wrinklefree

On being wrinklefree, Los Angeles dermatologist Dr Howard Murad says: "The essence of life is water." Murad, a Los Angeles dermatologist, who developed the Murad skincare range in 1989, was in Auckland last week giving away secrets to his five-minute, five-week programme to being wrinkle-free. Well, you could also buy his book Wrinkle-Free Forever, which reveals his methods for ageless skin. Essentially, you need to use good skincare - preferably his own cosmeceuticals - and eat appropriately. But if you can't do that, then taking supplements is much less time-consuming. He puts it simply: "every living thing has water in it. As we age we lose water. An infant's body weight is 75 per cent water and at death we're 0. He says our bodies are factories, and we must give them nutrients to manufacture the agents we need to repair cell membrane.

That means lecithin, antioxidants - his favourites are pomegranates - and essential fatty acids either in food or supplements. The third phase of his programme is what he calls "inclusive skincare". It's about being happy and connected with people. He suggests getting a massage, having a facial, joining a club and being involved in society. Pottery classes are good for your skin.