Gabrielle Union-Wade is often referred to as an “ageless” celeb. Currently 50 years old, it’s hard to believe that her roles in “10 Things I Hate About You” and “Breaking In” are nearly twenty years apart. It’s equally astonishing that Union hasn’t had any anti-aging work done on her face. She admitted to The Skincare Edit: “I don’t like needles. I’m not going to rule out Botox, but the idea of putting a needle in my face… I’m not there yet.”
So, she focuses on skincare remedies instead. Some of her advice includes avoiding smoking, substituting water for sugary drinks, and finding products to combat hormonal acne. And even though she struggles with oilier skin, Union said that doesn’t necessarily mean you should avoid face oils. She told Elle, “It’s a blessing and a curse to have oily skin, but I’m starting to believe it’s like embalming fluid that’s sort of keeping me youthful looking.”
Union has also raised awareness about the importance of sunscreen for all skin types, as people with darker skin tones often believe they don’t need sun protection. “We believe that our melanin is built-in protection, and we are good to go from birth. That’s not the case,” she explained to Essence. “Our moles can change shape and be cancerous as well. We have to stay on top of our sun protection. We burn as well.”