The talk around town says that Latinas tend to age better than most women. It hasn't been scientifically proven, but judging by how amazing our favorite celebrities look these days, it might just be true. It seems that no matter how much time passes, our favorite Latina stars just seem to get better and better with time, no matter their age. It's like somehow something in Latina genes makes them age-defying and gives them the secret to looking better as they get older than they did in their 20s.
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Stars like Salma Hayek, Thalía, and Sofía Vergara are proof that age is nothing but a number and that true beauty and sexiness are timeless. These stars prove that being sexy comes from within, and while a lot of it it's based on good genes, it doesn't hurt to put the effort into making sure we age gracefully. These stars show us that when you take good care of your body and yourself when you are younger, it totally pays off in the future.
Jennifer Lopez is now in her 50s and the woman literally hasn't aged a bit since her days as a Fly Girl on In Living Color. In fact, we think she might actually be aging backward. Whether it's good genes, a really intense skin care regimen, or a healthy lifestyle, the truth is she's only gotten more radiant over the years. It's no wonder they call it the "J.Lo Glow." She's not the only celeb looking this good, though. Here's a look at a few of our favorite stars that are proving that Latinas only get better with age!
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Alejandra Espinoza was so different in 2012.
When we first met Alejandra at the start of her career on television, her sweet baby face was part of her appeal. She was always so stunning but in this photo from 2012 you can tell she was still just a baby. So much has changed since, and seeing her now, it's hard to believe this is the same person as the Alejandra we know today.
The years have given Alejandra so much sophistication.
While she still looks so youthful and so edgy, you can definitely tell she is more grown and sexier than before. Alejandra has somehow managed to look even younger than she did in 2012, while still giving us so much more fierceness and maturity in her new look.
Jennifer Lopez back in the day looked pretty normal.
J.Lo was all about minimal makeup and rocking her natural curls during the start of her career. Her dark, curly hair made her look like the girl next door. Who knew then that she would become a timeless icon years down the line?
Jennifer Lopez now is a knockout.
But at 50 she's managed to look even ten times better that she did in her 20s. How does she do it? J.Lo has shared her secrets to looking and feeling her best in her 50s, including plenty of sleep, a good diet, avoiding the sun, and exercising. This light brown hair with golden highlights have become her signature hair and they definitely make her look so youthful.
Salma Hayek looked like this at the start of her career.
Before Hayek was a big Hollywood star, she was taking over telenovelas in Mexico. She looks almost the same decades later! That big wavy dark hair has stayed with her throughout her career, and we love to see how little she has changed since.
Salma Hayek is aging like fine wine.
The Mexican actress is already in her 50s and doesn't have a single wrinkle on that stunning face. She is the true definition of #goals. She has maintained her figure as well, and continuously proves that age is just a number. She makes us Latinas proud!
Thalía had a baby face back then.
The Mexican star was cute when she was a young teen star in the band Timbiriche. She then went on to become one of Mexico's biggest telenovela stars and captured the hearts of millions around the world with her adorable baby face and stunning beauty.
Thalía looks even younger now.
The star, who is in her 40s, is radiant and looks better than ever. What the heck is her secret? We often question if she is aging backwards, because her photos make her look even better than she looked in her 20s. Thalía credits her youthful complexion to healthy eating, working out, and rest.
Eva Mendes looked like this in 2003—that's so many years ago!
She was a Cuban bombshell, no question about it, and always has been. There is something about Eva that makes her look like a classic Hollywood movie star, and she had that air about her even when she first started acting in the 1990s.
Eva Mendes now, though, looks even more amazing.
Is it me or does she look even younger now? The 46-year-old is definitely aging gracefully and being the mom to two gorgeous girls has made her look even more radiant than ever.
Penélope Cruz had a very girl-next-door look when she rose to fame.
Penélope was a fresh-faced beauty when she started her career. She became one of the most sought after actresses in Hollywood and her beauty has always been breathtaking, no matter her age.
Penélope Cruz looks radiant today.
Now the 45-year-old star is considered one of the sexiest women on the planet, and it's easy to see why. She has maintained her same classic look of dark, brunette hair and simple makeup, and we honestly love everything about her. Work it girl!
Evelyn Lozada was beautiful before she was famous.
The Basketball Wives reality star's life is truly inspiring. She went from being a teen mom to being rich and famous with several reality TV shows under her belt. She has been through so much since this photo was taken, but it's hard to tell based on how amazing she looks today.
Evelyn Lozada is downright breathtaking today.
Look at that radiant complexion and those healthy, voluminous curls! She is also proof that it is never too late to make the gym and working out a habit and it has definitely made her look better now that she did back in the day.
Roselyn Sanchez looks great back in 2002.
The Puerto Rican star looks almost the same now! She has been the epitome of the beauty that women from Puerto Rico possess and her genes have kept her looking this good, decades later.
Roselyn Sanchez looks the same, probably better!
The actress is now at 47, and when you look at her, there's no way that she is inching closer to 50. She makes age seem like a silly concept because she is honestly timeless. Do you see any difference? Because we don't!
Chiquis used to look so much like her mother.
Back in 2011, the world knew Chiquis as Jenni Rivera's firstborn child. She was always stylish and trendy, wearing her hair in hairbump style that definitely fit with that year. Her makeup used to be a lot heavier than the type she wears now, which truly shows off her beauty.
Chiquis is now a grown woman.
A woman's best years are often in her 30s and Chiquis is proof of that. She looked so elegant at the Latin American Music Awards in 2019, and her style as well as her beauty looks has changed so much from when she was in her 20s. She is a gorgeous, elegant, grown woman now, and it totally shows.
Shakira rocked brunette and red hair back in the day.
The Colombian superstar was always very pretty. There's no question about it. She was one of Colombia's most beautiful pop stars in the 1990s and she has progressed and evolved so much in the past two decades.
Shakira now looks flawless.
She's definitely gotten more gorgeous with age. Her skin is radiant and her complexion looks just as healthy and ageless as it did when she was in her 20s. Mommyhood has done a fabulous number on the 43-year-old!
Sofía Vergara got her start as a model.
Holy cow, look at Sofía Vergara back in 2003! The Colombian star hasn't changed much at all. She started her career in commercials and Spanish-language TV where she got to excel thanks to her beauty.
Sofía Vergara now slays like you wouldn't believe.
She looks even younger now and 47 sure looks good on her. Her nude cover with Women's Health magazine proved that! Not only has she progressed physically but her life and career have changed so much. She is now one of the highest paid women in American television. You go, girl!
Zoe Saldana was a cute young actress in her beginnings.
Zoe will always be the adorable Dominican girl from Drum Line to me. Back then, she looked natural, youthful and beautiful. But honestly, looking at her now, not much of that has changed.
Zoe Saldana now looks even more amazing.
But now she's a sexy mother of three boys. Look at that fresh face and radiant glow! She definitely looks so much sexier and more confident than she did at the start of her career. And it's clear that she has some really great genes. There's not a wrinkle in sight!
Eva Longoria has always been a natural beauty.
Eva Longoria was a cutie-pie before she started working on Desperate Housewives. The actress was always so petite with a gorgeous face that stole the show in anything she appeared in.
Eva Longoria's looks have only improved.
Now she's hot as hell! The 45-year-old is showing that you do get better with age. She looks so much more refined now and is absolutely radiant since she became a mom to son Santiago.
Michelle Rodriguez was gorgeous back in the day.
The Puerto Rican-Dominican actress was always so beautiful. There's always been something so chill and laid back about her, and it made her even more gorgeous.
Michelle Rodriguez now is a showstopper.
Now in her 40s, the Fast & Furious star still turns heads everywhere she goes. She has become such a badass thanks to her many action roles, and she has the body, the fierceness and the ageless beauty to show for it.
Adriana Lima was a young, beautiful model years ago.
The Victoria's Secret model has always been blessed with great looks. She got the gorgeous combination of light green eyes, fair skin, and dark hair that is honestly breathtaking.
Adriana Lima now looks even better.
The mami of two looks better now than she did in her 20s. It's hard to imagine being this beautiful and she somehow only keeps improving with time. The Brazilian beauty really has some incredible genes.
America Ferrera was a fresh-faced beauty.
America was such a down to earth cutie when she burst on to the scene. She looked great during her days on How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer and she definitely had the cutest baby face ever.
America Ferrera now is hot AF.
The weight loss and the longer, blonder hair showed off her gorgeous facial features and bone structure. She has since gone back to brunette hair but still looks so mature and grown, and is a mom of two!
Jessica Alba was a beautiful 'Dark Angel' back in the day.
She had a pretty and edgy look during her time on the hit show. She was such a cutie back then but her skin tone, eyebrows, and hair have changed so much since. And it all definitely changed for the better.
Jessica Alba now is so much softer and natural.
Honey-colored hair and a natural-looking tan make her look a lot younger and more modern. She has such a radiant complexion now that it definitely makes her look as if she has aged in reverse. What a difference a couple decades makes!
Jordana Brewster was super adorable years ago.
The Brazilian actress has always been a natural beauty with an incredibly youthful complexion. Back in the day, her cheeks were fuller and made her look so young and pretty.
Jordana Brewster's skin now looks impeccable.
We NEED to know the 37-year-old's secret!
Gisele Bündchen has always been a stunning model.
The Brazilian model and Victoria's Secret Angel has always had great skin and an awesome bod, there is no denying that. Her golden complexion and blond hair have made her look like a real-life Barbie since the start of her career.
Gisele Bündchen, years later, is even hotter.
It's almost like she just stopped aging all together. She has retired as a Victoria Secret model but she has only gotten hotter and sexier since. Life as a mom and a wife really suits her well.
Ana Barbara was always a classic beauty.
She was always so tall, slender, and absolutely stunning. Her dark brown hair, big eyes, and sharp features made her a sight to see when she started her career. This photo is from 1996, and it's hard to believe but she looks just as good now.
Ana Barbara is breathtaking.
One look at her Instagram page, and it will leave you wondering how it is possible that she is almost 50! The singer radiates beauty and her skin is so flawless. She definitely keeps a youthful spirit as well, which only makes her even more beautiful.
