Award-winning actress Cate Blanchett is acclaimed as one of the film industry’s top actresses. Blanchett chooses to focus on her acting, rather than Hollywood’s apparent obsession with maintaining one’s youth and striving for unrealistic standards of beauty. She believes it’s important to accept and embrace the natural, physical changes that accompany aging and childbirth, instead of trying to erase the past.

Blanchett’s mindful attitude toward aging is refreshing, but it’s impossible to deny that the 49-year-old actress looks better than ever.

Her skincare secret? Blanchett swears by SK-II facial masks. She’s been the face of SK-II for more than 15 years, and she credits the prestigious brand’s skincare products for her youthful complexion.Blanchett loves SK-II’s hydrating facial masks so much, she’s even worn them on airplanes during long flights.

Blanchett says she applies SK-II Essence under or over her makeup to keep her skin bright, smooth, and toned. She emphasizes the importance of keeping your skin clean by properly washing off makeup and other pore-clogging products. Additionally, she says sticking to a daily personal hygiene routine and taking her vitamins helps keep her skin luminous.

Photo: Cate Blanchett by Eva Rinaldi/SK-II Essence