Uh yeah. That's a huge generalization. The perception that women look older than men of the same age is that all our lives we've been expected to look like beauty queens and Barbies. So that when we do start aging, men perceive it as not retaining that glorified beauty standard. The upkeep we have to maintain is incredible . Also a lifetime of habits and lifestyle eventually catches up with each of us, for instance smoking and drinking heavily takes a larger toll on those that indulge. Also sun exposure. While we're all supposed to have a beautiful tan, the sun does incredible damage to our skin, so those of us who grew up in the 50s and 60s laying out in the sun are naturally going to have more skin damage. My great-grandparents were farmers up in Kansas. They had a hardscrabble life and looked much older at 67 than I do. For as long as I can remember it's been the opinion of many, that men age better, they look more handsome with gray at the temples, etc etc ad nauseam. Give us a break ! When I look at some of the photos of the men my age on this site and others, I have the same opinion ..... that they look awful and I look younger . But that's my perception, just like it's your perception that women your age look older than you. In addition, many women simply get sick of maintaining their beauty regimen which is an enormous list : weight control, hair , makeup, eyelashes, tweezing, shaving, mani/pedi, jewelry, clothing etc. Please don't generalize, and don't judge until you've performed all of the above list every single day for 50+ years (since approx 13 yo).

I'm put in mind of a cartoon that makes the rounds periodically. In one panel, a lovely woman looks in the mirror and sees an old hag. In the next, a slovenly, pot-bellied, balding man looks in the mirror and sees Mr. Universe, bursting with vital energy.

This is pretty much a function of the slack men are cut in our society and culture, and the objectification of women in that same culture. Men are not shamed for their appearance nearly so readily as women in my experience. The very fact that men slap on shirt and pants, run a brush through their hair and done -- compared to women who need an hour to feel presentable (and competitive with other women) tells you everything you need to know in my view.

How the heck did you manage to survive into your sixties saying stuff like that???

Yes, I believe you are right. From my perspective I do feel that men age more gracefully then woman, however, there are exceptions, and I feel it was impolite of you to point out. Probably not the best topic to discuss in mixed company, lol

I do not ascribe to your theory. And the next thing I write will be sappy. If you look with your heart instead of just your eyes it does not matter.

I wouldn't even go there.... ??

It is women that I've heard suggest men get better looking as they age. I've heard this often enough that I see it now. Not an absolute but like all generalizations it does happen often enough.

Really?

Funny you ask that. I think you are absolutely correct sir!!!! Just looking back at my graduating class. The men look better that the woman and the make up!!!!! It's punishment for not dating me when I was Goofy. Anyway karma is real.

Maybe women your age just look older than you want them to look.

You know, guy...a woman may look older than a man at the same age....but is the man who needs to intake the Viagra.

It seems some men tend to be conceited and they think they are all that. Checking out just the members on this site, I think generally men look older.

How would you feel if a woman tells you that your looks are unappealing...? Remember, in her opinion she must be telling you the truth.

You're entitled to have that opinion, but I think that's a comment better left to your inside voice.

You might want to consider this. Even if you think you look younger than the women your age, saying so (out loud) may result in premature death. The silver lining is that all these old looking women will admire how young you look in your casket.

....trying to get a rise any way you can?

Aging is extremely variable, and the rate of age appearance may be linked to specific races and subgroups. One can look at many Asians, Americans and Africans to see some people who have few wrinkles. Yet, others in those groups do get severely wrinkled too. I can't recall seeing the same tight skin on Europeans. Diet and other lifestyle factors likely play a big part.

I think it just depends on the person, I've met men and ladies that have aged well, and both that haven't.

I believe the opposite is true in many cases.

Thanks really appreciate that