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ACNE can happen at any age. There are many reasons why those no longer in the first flush of youth develop acne, ranging from hormonal changes to the side­effects of medication.

As with the young, it can be cleared up with an appropriate skincare routine although it is important to stay away from acne products for teenagers.

These can be too harsh for aging skin, which requires a gentle cleanser with a small amount of salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide.

cise in your 60s is better for improving cognitive function than doing nothing at all, investigators found.

Over ­ 69s who were physically active between at least one and four times a month performed best on cognitive tests, plus gauging and processing speed and memory, said the study’s lead author Dr Sarah­Naomi James.