Aging is inevitable, but there are some common problems that can make you look several years older than you really are. Here are a few things to be aware of and some tips to help.

Chest freckles can make you look years older and are a result of sun damage. The best way to prevent these is to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing. To treat the dark spots, use a Retin-A or hydroquinone topical agent. Peels or laser treatments are more aggressive options.

Large pores can add a few years on to your face and are more noticeable if they are clogged. An easy solution is to make sure you have an exfoliator in your skincare routine. Topical retinoids and salicylic acid products can help. If your pores are particularly large and don’t seem to respond to at-home solutions, try an in-office treatment like microdermabrasion or a chemical peel.

Sun damage can also cause pores to sag and look bigger, so be sure to wear a daily sunscreen. Many women are wary of wearing facial sunscreen because it can leave a greasy feeling, make your face look greasy, or leave a white tint. If that's you, ask your dermatologist for product recommendations, or just do some research online.

Having a thin face can make your cheeks look hollow and aged. Use a cream highlighter on the apples of your cheeks and a bronzer below the cheekbones. This will help give the illusion of fuller cheeks.

Thick, yellow finger nails are associated with aging. Simple fix: wear nail polish. A healthy diet can help nails appear healthier. Also try a cream to hydrate your nail beds.

In general, thick hair, all over the body, is associated with being younger. Hair loss is common as we age, but there are several issues to be aware of that can make you look a little older than you are.

Thinning hair on your head can easily make you look older than you are (check out our recent article on it). A quick fix is to eat a diet rich in folate and iron and avoid tight hairstyles. Also try a volumizing product. If your hair starts falling out at a fast pace and you're not sure why, it's best to visit a doctor.

Thinning eyebrows tend to occur with aging and can be a result of waxing and tweezing through the years. Don't overwax or overpluck and try shaping your brows by removing the hair just at the surface, so you avoid follicle damage. You can also try a biotin supplement to promote stronger hair.

Thinning eyelashes is another pesky thing that may happen as we age. Be gentle when removing eye makeup. There are also lash-growth products on the market and a lash conditioner can help your lashes look thicker.

Again, addressing any of these things may help you look younger and feel better about yourself, but there's also something so powerful about accepting the little changes as you age.