Abs-olutely flawless! Michelle Monaghan wasn’t just showing off her signature glow on Sept. 9 — she was spilling all her workout and wellness tips to ET while celebrating the launch of U Beauty’s SMOOTH Dynamic Wrinkle Defense Serum at The Hole in Los Angeles, California.
The 49-year-old actress stole the show in season 3 of The White Lotus and fans couldn’t stop talking about her performance, toned abs, and gorgeous complexion.
So, how does she keep her body strong and her skin radiant? It all starts with hydration.
“I drink a lot of water, and I like staying hydrated. It makes me feel good from the inside out. … I start with lemon water in the morning, and I think that’s really critical. I like that it flushes and detoxifies my system,” she shared.
From there, it’s straight to her skincare regimen, with her U Beauty staples front and center.
“I previously had concerns with my skin that predominantly revolved around sun damage, like hyperpigmentation and some dark spots. I started to use the Resurfacing Compound and saw incredible results within about a week. Now that I’ve incorporated the SMOOTH Dynamic Wrinkle Serum, my skin has never looked better or healthier.”
But Monaghan’s luminous skin isn’t just about what’s in her beauty cabinet. The Mission Impossible star also credits movement and mindfulness.
“I exercise almost daily, and I meditate as well. It helps me have a calm, focused nervous system, and that makes me look and feel beautiful.”
Her fitness formula? “I do two days of strength training a week and Pilates a few times a week. That’s been tried and true for me. I love mixing strength training with flexibility and the breath work that’s incorporated into the Pilates.”
And the benefits go beyond sculpted abs.
“I feel like my best self after a workout. I feel really strong mentally and physically and I’ve got great endorphins going,” the Iowa native noted.
When it’s time to wind down after the grind, Monaghan swears by a simple massage before prioritizing her number one beauty secret: sleep.
“I was taught lymphatic drainage techniques by a couple of different facialists, and the benefits are incredible, especially under your clavicle. It really helps take out inflammation and depuffs certain areas of your body.”
Then, it’s light’s out (and early.)
“Sleep is king in my house. It’s something I really value because I know how good it makes me feel and look when I’m well rested. It’s tricky, but I typically go to bed at around 8:30 or 9 p.m. If I can get a solid nine hours in, I’m winning at life,” she laughed.
Of course, her weekends come with a cozy twist.
“I’m an early riser and a morning person, but I love a Saturday or Sunday wake up where I get to stay in bed, pull back the curtains, and drink coffee while hanging out with my husband and hearing our kids walk around the house. That makes me feel really good, comforted, and calm.”
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