Some say that looking younger than your IRL age is due to your genes.
Others say it’s by avoiding the rays of the sun, and always wielding a payong (umbrella) during the hottest times of the day (that means no sunbathing ever!).
A lot of people believe that following a healthy diet and exercise routine are the secrets to staying youthful.
Or to be honest, quite a few has used a little Botox (or a lot?) to help get rid of wrinkles and having that baby face.
Others apply their makeup with a light touch—choosing to apply a lighter palette instead of darker, heavier makeup.
No matter the reason, these 6 Pinay beauties seem to have found the fountain of youth and appear way, way younger than their actual age.
Without looking at their birth dates, can you guess how old they are?
1. Sunshine Cruz, 47 years old D.O.B. July 18, 1977
Sunshine Cruz was once married to heartthrob Cesar Montano and has three equally gorgeous daughters.
When they all pose side by side, they look more like sisters than a single mom and her three kids (yes, she looks THAT young).
Cruz cites sleep and regular exercise as the two reasons why she has aged gracefully.
2. Ruffa Gutierrez, 50 years old D.O.B. June 24, 1974
Former Binibining Pilipinas Miss World titleholder Ruffa Gutierrez comes from a distinguished family of showbiz celebrities.
This mother-of-two-daughters may have had her share of marital troubles from her Turkish ex-husband—she admitted to being a victim of domestic violence—but her beauty has remained trouble-free.
In 2022, Gutierrez graduated with a degree in communication arts, and is currently pursuing a masters’ degree.
Her “enduring commitment to continuously seeking knowledge” is quite impressive.
A beauty queen and actress, with matching brains and star power: who knew that Ruffa would mature ever so gracefully?
3. Carmina Villaroel, 49 years old D.O.B. August 17, 1975
Actress, TV show host and sought-after product endorser Carmina Villaroel has been in show business for over 30 years.
She credits her skin care regimen and regular exercise as her secrets to looking eternally youthful.
“May mga skin products ako, masipag lang talaga akong maglagay ng mga moisturizer, serum, at eye cream (I always apply moisturizer, serum and eye cream),” Villaroel said.
4. Alice Dixson, 55 years old D.O.B. July 28, 1969
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Alice Dixson will probably always be remembered for her breakthrough Palmolive soap commercial, where she says, “I can feel it.”
She was later crowned as Binibining Pilipinas International and acted for a few years before moving to Canada as a realtor.
Dixson eventually came back to the Philippines, acted again and posed for FHM Philippines at 44 years old, making her the oldest woman to be featured in the popular men’s magazine.
In an Inquirer article, she said her secret is to “think only happy thoughts”.
“Also, practice clean living and do as much exercise as you can,” she added.
5. Dawn Zulueta 55 years old D.O. B. March 4, 1969
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Dawn Zulueta couldn’t take a bad photo even if she tried.
This eternally youthful, multi-award winning actress has the distinction of being the only actress to win both the best actress and the best supporting actress FAMAS awards in the same year.
Her beauty secret was revealed as a “grudge-free heart”.
6. Angel Aquino 51 years old D.O.B. February 7, 1973
Eternal cover girl, model and award-winning actress Angel Aquino has graced the screen and magazine covers since the 1990’s.
Aquino is a firm believer in a skin-first beauty philosophy.
“Clean skin is my best makeup,” she said in a Mega Magazine interview.
“If I have good skin, I feel confident and I don’t have to put so much makeup on.”
In another article, she was also quoted as saying that her beauty secret is all about her mother’s genes and self-care.
