IT’S hard to believe Liz Hurley’s mother is 85 as she poses in this revealing leopard-print swimsuit with her daughter.
Angela Hurley flaunted ageless curves in the £145 Savannah one-piece from Liz’s own range.
But what stood out most was her cleavage, which is incredibly full and perky for her age, with no evidence of sagging.
Consultant dermatologist Dr Thuva Amuthan says it’s often one of the first areas to show signs of ageing as the skin is “thinner and often neglected”.
Here, three women pose in costumes from Next . But does their cleavage give away their age?
They also discuss their busts with Lynsey Hope.
Kiin Buono
KIIN BUONO, from Fulham , West London, is a 53-year-old single mum who had her kids when she was 22 and 27. She says:
“My boobs have definitely become fuller as I have got older and it does make me feel more feminine to have a cleavage. I notice people glancing at them sometimes.
“I’m originally from Somaliland and I use an old home remedy called Qasil, a green powder. You mix it with water and let it sit on your skin for about half an hour. Other than that, I don’t do much in terms of skincare . I try to eat healthily, I drink lots of water and I have a dog I walk twice a day.
“People often compliment my boobs and say I have a lovely shape.
“Perhaps it’s genetics. A lot of women my age from Somalia have great skin and look younger than they are. They don’t wear make-up and only use natural products. It definitely does the trick!”
Carolyn Matthews
ADMIN worker and mum-of-two Carolyn Matthews, 55, lives in Harlow, Essex , with her partner Lee, 42. She says:
“Growing up, my boobs were tiny. I wore a B cup, but in reality I was only an A. I was just too embarrassed to buy that size. I used to get called ‘little t*ts’. It wasn’t meant in a nasty way, but it did get to me.
“I had my children when I was 23 and 30 and, when I was pregnant, I had lovely big boobs and a lovely cleavage. I breastfed, but when I stopped they shrunk again and were even smaller than before.
“Then, in my early 40s, I started going through menopause . My periods stopped when I was 50 and my boobs suddenly got bigger. By the time I turned 52, I had gone up to a 34D. I was so happy I almost cried and I bought lots of lovely new lingerie.
“I call them ‘my girls’ and love wearing a bikini. I show them off loud and proud.”
Cim Ashton
65-year old maternity nurse Cim Ashton is single and lives near Cardiff . She says:
“I was the skinniest girl at school and flat-chested. Everyone used to call me twiggy or stick and I hated it.
“I put on weight and my boobs got bigger when I had children aged 30. I’d buy snacks for the children and end up eating them myself, like many mums do. I looked better with curves and felt more womanly.
“I’m still only a size 12 and my boobs are now a massive 34FF. They have sagged a bit as I got older, but they haven’t hit my waistline yet.
“People will often say I look young for my age and I try to stay fit, which also helps with my mental health.
“I give everything a go. Swimming, in particular, helps keep my body toned, and if you hold your stomach in and stand up straight, your boobs instantly look better.”
KEEP YOUR CLEAVAGE YOUTHFUL
Dr Thuva Amuthan is a consultant dermatologist and founder of Dr.Derme skin clinics. He says…
Sun protection is the number one priority. Use SPF 50 every single day, even in winter.
Regular gentle exfoliation, once or twice weekly can also help maintain smooth texture and elasticity.
Look for products containing Niacinamide which brightens and improves barrier function. Retinol, which helps reduce fine lines. Vitamin C as its an antioxidant that can help fade pigmentation and boost collagen and Hyaluronic acid, which is great for hydration especially on dry or crepey skin.
If you apply products with active ingredients such as retinol to your face. Bring them down to your chest and neck too.
Hydration, regular movement and strength training can help maintain skin tone and elasticity. Avoid smoking.
Sleeping on your back reduces creasing between the breasts.
Eat a diet rich in antioxidants which includes colourful fruit and vegetables, oily fish and seeds.
Consistency is more important than expensive products. Gentle regular care pays off over time.
Products Dr Amuthan recommends…
CeraVe Sa Smoothing Cleanser (£11.60, lookfantastic.com ) contains salicylic acid to gently exfoliate dead skin cells without irritation. Ideal for improving texture and brightness in delicate areas like the chest.
Eucerin UreaRepair PLUS 5% Urea Cream (£14.25, boots.com ) is excellent for hydrating rough or crepey skin. The urea helps lock in moisture and improves skin resilience.
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (£8.80, asos.com ) is a lightweight, budget-friendly hydration booster that layers well under moisturiser.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMUNE 400 SPF50+ (£15.99, superdrug.com ) is a broad spectrum sun protection cream with a lightweight, non-greasy feel. A great choice for daily use on sun sensitive areas like the chest.
