Michelle Obama always had a glow when she was our FLOTUS, but ever since leaving the White House, she’s been sporting a new kind of radiance seen on the likes of moms who’ve just sent all their kids off to college and are now ready to relax undisturbed for the next few years. It’s liberation. It’s freedom. It’s finally, for Obama, being able to drink a cup of coffee in your private home without fear of a national emergency altering your daily plans.But Obama’s new glow actually seems to be growing brighter by the day, which is why we hunted down her makeup artist, Carl Ray, and her facialist, Jennifer Brodeur, for answers. They both vouched that her healthy lifestyle definitely helps, but Brodeur, who’s been working with Obama for five years now, also knows the power of a good product. And so does Obama, who’s apparently a bit of a skin-care fanatic herself. “It was really nice to work with someone who was so interested and excited about the fundamentals with skin," Brodeur tells us.So what products does Brodeur use on the most recognizable face on the planet? While some of the details are above our security clearance, Brodeur did reveal the lineup she regularly uses on all her famous clients (Oprah Winfrey included) along with the serums and creams worthy of the East Wing.At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. If you buy something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.According to both Ray and Brodeur, Obama is a huge fan of Brodeur’s eponymous skin-care brand, specifically her Peoni line for hydrated, luminous skin. While, again, Brodeur does mix many of the products Obama now slathers on her face, she did say that Obama has used every single product in the Peoni line, including this essence that Brodeur recommends as a first step before serum.Jennifer Brodeur L’essence, $60, available at Jennifer BrodeurAnd about that serum… It is, as expected, quite pricey. In fact, it’s the priciest item in the entire line at $225. But, this is the one product that Brodeur told us is Obama’s everyday go-to, and especially when she travels. "It’s an anti-inflammatory and makes sure the skin stays very hydrated," Brodeur tells us. "She can even use it on her cuticles."Jennifer Brodeur L’extrait, $225, available at Jennifer BrodeurObama has been known to use this $60 cleanser from Brodeur that’s infused with organic aloe leaf juice, green tea, and acai fruit extract. Together, the ingredients work to remove impurities from the skin and leave it soft and supple.Jennifer Brodeur Le nettoyant, $60, available at Jennifer BrodeurLight enough to wear during the day as a primer under your makeup, Brodeur says Obama has used this moisturizer before important events. It’s a fancy little cocktail of vitamin B3, vitamin B5, and peptides that ensures her skin is ultra-hydrated and ready to face anything.Jennifer Brodeur La crème, $195, available at Jennifer BrodeurBrodeur loves these collagen gel eye masks for plumping up her famous clients’ undereye areas. They’re surprisingly cheap and target everything from eye puffiness to dark circles. We’ll take 10.ToGoSpa Ice Water Eyes , $12.5, available at AmazonWhile your must-have items before you fly might include a neck pillow, a bottle of water, and gummy bears, Obama’s reportedly includes this collagen powder, which Brodeur says she always brings on flights with her. "The one thing I always make sure we have on hand is withinUs — it’s a collagen supplement that’s vital for flying," Brodeur says. "It has great electrolytes and hydrates from within."Within Us TruMarine Collagen , $39.95, available at WithinUsFor anyone who’s constantly flying across the country, regularly attending outdoor events, smashing the patriarchy, and generally living an active lifestyle, sunscreen is essential. As a final step before makeup, Brodeur likes to slather on this little-known sunscreen from Canada that’s formulated with 25% zinc oxide, which is known to be highly effective in creating a barrier against UVA rays. It’s also formulated to not leave a white cast, so it’s virtually invisible on all skin tones.CyberDerm Simply Zinc Ultra Sun Whip SPF 50, $44, available at AmazonLike what you see? How about some more R29 goodness, right here?Miley Cyrus’ New Tattoo Will Make Your Grandmother BlushProactiv Defends Kendall Jenner After Backlash: "She Tried Everything"Katherine Langford Embraces The Buzziest Hair Color Of 2019
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