This is why I keep that 'five day shadow' look.. Low up-keep, and hides the flaws. Win-win...
But how do you stop thinking of something that's so obvious?
Funny, I once had a friend with a beard that covered a large part of his face. He then shaved it and gained 10 years. His wife convinced him to regrow it. I guess guys have it easier than women in that we don't need lots of beauty products. Simply do nothing and voilà, a more youth appearance.
He was probably getting the eye from younger women!