Actress Preity Zinta has revealed that a simple, disciplined lifestyle is the key to her glowing skin, saying she avoids smoking and alcohol, drinks plenty of water and sticks to basic skincare.

Responding to a fan on social media, Zinta said her skincare routine is minimal and focuses on natural care rather than expensive or harsh products. She said she regularly uses sunscreen, chooses clean products and avoids strong ingredients like retinol, while also keeping makeup to a minimum so her skin can breathe.

The actress also said, skincare goes beyond what is applied externally. She stressed maintaining a balanced diet, regular exercise, proper sleep and managing stress, describing them as game changers for healthy skin.

She advised avoiding smoking, alcohol and unhealthy foods, noting that these can speed up skin ageing and affect overall health. Zinta also pointed out that habits like smoking, drinking alcohol and consuming inflammatory foods can speed up ageing and damage the skin, advising people to avoid them.

She added that staying hydrated is crucial, saying she drinks plenty of water and focuses on staying active and positive.

“Stick to the basics and be consistent,” she said, adding that simple habits can bring long-term results both in skincare and in life.

She is now 51 and a mother of two, continues to impress fans with her youthful appearance. She gained wide recognition for her role in Veer-Zaara and remains active in public life, often sharing lifestyle tips with her followers.

With inputs from NDTV