Look younger - Israel
People travel from all over the world to slather themselves in nutrient-rich mud from Israel's Dead Sea. Even Cleopatra is reputed to have travelled there from Egypt to immerse herself in its nourishing waters. Today Hollywood royalty, such as Julianne Moore and Susan Sarandon, are fans of products from the salty sea. Indulging in a black mud body wrap -a mixture of Dead Sea minerals - can cleanse and stimulate the skin, toning and firming tissues for a youthful glow.
Try it at home: Ahava Pure Spa means you can still take advantage of Dead Sea benefits without leaving your bathroom. Energizing Body Mud Mask (£12.50, 250g) helps moisturise and purify, as well as containing anti-ageing properties for younger, fresher looking skin.
www.ahava.co.uk

Be a natural beauty - France
The French see pampering as a top priority, and have strict beauty regimes, from applying rich creams all over their bodies to taking luxurious baths, using products only of the best quality. They feel that less is more, and would rather use a dab of concealer where they need it than plaster themselves in make-up. French women also believe that a woman is beautiful when she is comfortable with herself, and frown on excessive cosmetic surgery. Old doesn't mean unattractive, and many women prefer to age gracefully (think Juliet Binoche).
Try it at home: Make time for pampering - set aside an evening a week where you can exfoliate your body and treat it to some heavenly moisturising products. Next, streamline your make-up bag - get rid of all the cheap, garish cosmetics and beauty products you never wear or use, and keep the classic, quality items. For a dreaded spot break-out, use a concealer such as French classic Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat Radiant Touch (£22), instead of a thick foundation. And think yourself sexy - a new haircut or a top can boost your confidence in leaps and bounds (far cheaper than a facelift!).
Call 01444 255700 for Touche Eclat stockists.

Get flawless skin - Scandinavia
The beautiful complexions of Scandinavian women can be put down to a single product that's cheap and easy to come by - water! Knocking back at least two litres of pure spring water every day to flush out toxins, these beauties also splash their face with mineral water throughout the day to revitalise their skin and reduce puffiness.
Try it at home: Aim to drink at least six to eight glasses of spring water a day. Decant some into a bottle with a spray attachment and spritz yourself throughout the day.

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Beauty tips from around the globe