Nicole Kidman's Beauty Routine Is Surprisingly Relatable

The legendary actress on the soothing powers of CBD and a good, old-fashioned foot massage.

Nicole Kidman in a nude slip and fuzzy light red robe blowing on her nails
Photo: Pamela Hanson/Trunk Archive

When Nicole Kidman isn't on set doing what she does best, the legendary actress likes to practice self-care. Her beauty routine is low-maintenance, leaving her more time to spend with her family. The one thing she doesn't go without? CBD. Kidman is the ambassador for Sera Labs' Seratopical CBD line and discovered her newfound love of their products after experiencing the soothing, anti-inflammatory benefits. "I use my body a lot and am on my feet working 14-hour days, so [CBD] really helps with my joints when it comes to easing inflammation," she says. When she's not giving her husband and children pedicures and foot massages using Seratopical's Cracked Heel Souffle, she's lathering on the Radiant Glow Facial Oil to keep her radiant complexion intact. From glamorous characters she's played in former films to her favorite red carpet looks, the actress reminisces on her most treasured beauty pastimes, ahead.

InStyle: You're always so well put together. What beauty lessons did you inherit from your mom?

Kidman: My mom [Janelle Kidman] is a feminist and also very feminine. She always smells good and looks good. I teach my daughters [to be] the same. I'm like, "You need to smell good, look good, take care of your skin, file your nails, and take care of your feet. Do it yourself; it's your responsibility." It's not just about hygiene; it's about how they enter the world. I try to make myself presentable in the morning. I feel better inside when I decide to do my hair and put on a dress — not just my same old sweatpants or jeans.

What's your typical skincare routine?

I'm a five-minute girl in the morning and at night. I've got to put my kids to bed and spend time with my husband [Keith Urban]. I'm not going to sit there for an hour pampering myself. I don't like dry, scaly skin. Who does? But that's my skin's tendency. The one thing I've leaned heavily on is the Seratopical Radiant Glow Facial Oil. I also apply Cancer Council Sunscreen all over my face and hands.

Collage of Nicole Kidman with clear, radiant skin
left and center: courtesy Nicole Kidman, right: Dan MacMedan/Getty Images

You became a Seratopical Global Brand ambassador. What do you like about CBD-based products?

I have sensitive skin that's reactive at times, and CBD helps combat that. I use my body a lot and am on my feet working 14-hour days, so it really helps with my joints when it comes to easing inflammation. My whole body responds beautifully to it.

Are there any beauty items that your husband steals from you?

He's a pretty low-maintenance guy. Sometimes, though, I'll treat my whole family to a spa day and massage their feet and give them pedicures. I'll use the Seratopical Heel Souffle on them and on myself at night. It's fluffy and has a great texture. Then I put my little bed socks on and wake up with the softest feet. I am so glamorous. [laughs]

Nicole Kidman

You need to smell good, look good, take care of your skin, file your nails, and take care of your feet. Do it yourself; it's your responsibility. It's not just about hygiene; it's about how [you] enter the world.

— Nicole Kidman

Has there been a favorite character of yours from a beauty perspective?

Well, I'll never forget Satine [in Moulin Rouge!]. I mean, you can't beat sitting on a trapeze with 100 men in top hats below you, right? Envision it! I have a photo of me in the trailer with my kids, who were little at the time. I was wearing a top hat, a sequin corset, fishnets, and stilettos, and I was making dinner for them. It's like, "I don't mind being remembered like this!"

Nicole's Must-Haves

Giorgio Armani Beauty Rouge D'Armani Lipstick in 401

Giorgio Armani Beauty Rouge D'Armani Lipstick in 401
Courtesy of Giorgio Armani Beauty

$38; giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com.

(Note: This product is currently out of stock; for something similar, we recommend Armani Beauty Lip Power Long Lasting Satin Lipstick in 301, $39.)

Seratopical by Sera Labs Radiant Glow Facial Oil

Seratopical by Sera Labs Radiant Glow Facial Oil
Courtesy of Seratopical

$40; seratopical.com.

Diorshow Mascara No. 090 Pro Black

Diorshow Mascara No. 090 Pro Black
Courtesy of Dior

$30; dior.com.

Seratopical by Sera Labs Cracked Heel Souffle

Seratopical by Sera Labs Cracked Heel Souffle
Courtesy of Seratopical

$40; seratopical.com.

Cancer Council Sensitive SPF 50+ Sunscreen

Cancer Council Sensitive SPF 50+ Sunscreen
Courtesy of Cancer Council

$25; amazon.com.

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