Daphne Selfe is 95 years old and was voted the “oldest model in the world” according to Guinness World Records. To stay young, the Briton relies on anti-aging tips that are out of the ordinary.
Born in 1928 in London, Daphne Selfe began her career at age 21, before taking a long break from modeling to care for her family. Following the death of her husband in 1998, the British woman returned to the catwalk at the age of 70, walking during Fashion Weeks. She will then pose for big names, such as Dolce & Gabbana, Vogue and Eyeko. Daphne Selfe gave an interview to the website Telegraphpublished on November 29, revealing its sometimes surprising anti-aging secrets.
A very fragrant green vegetable
While some stars are fans of smoothies and other youth elixirs, Daphne Selfe rather likes to drink champagne from time to time. “I like to drink a glass of champagne. But occasionally, if it’s someone’s birthday or mine“, she confided. But her real secret to staying young is in her diet. Growing up during the Second World War, Daphne Selfe experienced food rationing and never had the desire to follow a diet. “You should always eat lots of vegetables. I like broccoli, although I wouldn’t say they are my favorite. At home, we used to grow our own“, she declared. Rich in beta-carotene (vitamin A), broccoli contributes to the health of the skin, especially if consumed daily. Enough to ensure radiant beauty.
Sun and cream made in France
When it comes to her favorite cosmetics, Daphne Selfe plays minimalism. No more complex routines with multiple steps: the white-haired mother is a fan of the Nivea brand, because of the simplicity of the formulations. So, she uses the famous Nivea cream to moisturize her face and body. Finally, her ultimate anti-aging secret at 95 is to stock up on vitamin D during outdoor activities. Thanks to vitamin D, essential for the proper functioning of the body, Daphne Selfe also takes care of her body from the inside. Results: strong health and preserved youth.