At 53 I've turned back time on my neck, jaw & eyes to avoid surgery – these are non-negotiables & one's on sale in Boots
TikToker Nadia Bekar, known as @NadiaBekar, wowed fans with her youthful looks as she explained how she's held off going under the knife by sticking to a few 'non-negotiables'.
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Sharing her age-defying secrets with over 90,000 of her followers, Nadia said: 'I'm not against surgery, but I want to hold it off as long as possible and I feel like I've done quite a good job.'
The beauty fan says her jawline is still 'very streamlined', her upper eyelids are 'not too bad' and she's 'turned back time' on her neck, all without cosmetic procedures.
And her biggest rule is to invest in good skincare.
'You've got to throw some money at skincare, especially your active ingredients,' she said.
'Don't be scared of that. Your non-negotiables are: a good vitamin C serum, vitamin A and a strong SPF.'
One of her top picks is the La Roche-Posay which she calls 'a great high street option' .
Right now, it's £31.50 at Boots, down from £45, saving shoppers £13.50.
Nadia also raves about Medik8, saying she 'makes no secret' of loving the brand.
She uses their vitamin C serums, SPF, and even their physical sunscreens for daily protection.
But skincare alone isn't enough, Nadia insists on incorporating powerful treatments too.
'Microneedling is a non-negotiable. Whether you do it at home or in a clinic, it's clinically proven to give results,' she told viewers.
And she's not wrong. Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, involves tiny sterile needles penetrating the skin to trigger controlled healing.
This stimulates regeneration, renews structural collagen fibres, and strengthens elastin, helping to tighten, smooth and revive the skin over time.
One cutting-edge option now used in clinics across the UK is the XCellarisPro Twist, a precision microneedling device with an adjustable needle depth of 0.25mm to 2.5mm.
Designed to treat everything from acne scars and fine lines to pigmentation and enlarged pores, it offers a minimally invasive way to restore smoother, younger-looking skin across the face and body.
Treatments last between 30 to 60 minutes, with results building gradually over a course of sessions.
Most people experience a bit of redness or flaking for a few days afterwards, but full recovery is typically seen within a week.
Prices for microneedling start from £150 per session, depending on the clinic.
While results vary, Nadia showed off her own transformation with visible improvements to her neck that she says left her more confident than ever.
'These things work, just remember, everyone's results will vary depending on their skin type and condition.'
Another game-changer in her routine is a radio frequency device that combines microcurrent and infusion technology.
She says the results on her neck in just four weeks were incredible.
Showing off her before-and-after photos, Nadia added: 'I can actually say I'm confident with my neck for the first time in my life.'
Experts agree that visible signs of ageing, like sagging, fine lines and dullness, tend to show up in your 30s and 40s, which is when anti-ageing measures should start.
Regular SPF use, retinol (vitamin A), and skin-brightening vitamin C can make a huge difference when used consistently.
And with powerful serums like La Roche-Posay 's now on sale, it's the perfect time to stock up.
At home anti-ageing
If you've tried every hack under the sun to smooth out your fine lines, but still feel like you're fighting a losing battle, it might be time to ditch the contour stick and bring in the big guns.
Salon anti-ageing treatments can cost an absolute fortune, and let's be honest, not all of us have the time or the cash for regular appointments.
But one high-tech beauty gadget is giving expensive facials a serious run for their money.
Enter the Nira Pro+ Laser – a sleek, easy-to-use wrinkle-busting device that lets you zap fine lines at home, pain-free.
This clever little machine uses laser tech to stimulate your skin's natural collagen, helping it repair itself over time, so rather than masking the signs of ageing, it actually targets them at the root. Think of it as a personal time machine for your face.
And unlike most at-home gadgets that claim big things and deliver very little, the Nira is FDA-cleared, clinically proven, and actually works.
It's the first and only pain-free at-home laser with a precision tip small enough to target those tricky areas around your eyes and mouth, where crow's feet and smile lines love to live.
You'll start seeing results in as little as 90 days, and because it's got five comfort levels, there's no redness, no downtime, and zero discomfort.
Skin expert and founder, David Bean swears by it, calling it 'far more effective than LED masks' and praising its long-lasting results.
'The best part is, it's unlimited use,' he explains.
'You can keep it in your beauty arsenal and use it whenever you feel your skin needs a boost. It's a smart investment that keeps on giving.'
At £615, it's not exactly pocket change but when you compare that to the price of regular in-clinic laser sessions or injectables, the Nira more than pays for itself.
For something a little more low-maintenance, ESK Evidence Skincare's Ageless Microneedle Patches offer a fuss-free fix.
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