That's what Urban got when we met Dominique Tinkler, a spokesman who travels around the world promoting products of the American-based Dr Brandt skincare line.

There is actually a real Dr Brandt - Dr Fredric Brandt, in his late 50s, to be precise - and Tinkler was his nursing assistant for over 18 years, helping him in surgery and treatments.

She now promotes the brand, attending launches and press events in Europe and Asia.

And no wonder - she is a walking advertisement for the product. Tinkler declines to reveal her age but looks to be in her 40s.

She shared some beauty tips while in town last month.

» When you've applied your make-up in the morning and if you're in a hurry, you can quickly set it by blowing your face with your hairdryer set on cool.

» Sleep is vital. 'That's when a lot of our hormones fluctuate. The body and the skin really need to repair and heal at night or it'll show in your skin,' she says.

» Use sunscreen every day; and exfoliate your skin at least once every week.

» Smoking is a big no as it decreases oxygen in the skin, which will give your skin 'a very yellowish-grey tinge', says Tinkler.

» Refrain from sugary foods because too much sugar is known to cause premature ageing. She shares: 'Eating a low-sugar diet will keep you looking younger for a longer time.'

» For women with extremely oily skin, she advises taking flaxseed supplement, which she says will help to decrease the oil that's produced by the sebaceous glands.

» Your skincare regime differs as you age. Cleansing is important in your 20s. Start incorporating antioxidants and exfoliation into your regime in your 30s. Include anti-ageing products when you hit the 40s.

This article was first published in Urban, The Straits Times on May 15, 2008.