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Any other “Secret Life of an American Teenager” fans out there? Just heard that Shailene Woodley will be making a special guest appearance with her real-life mom at Cal-a-Vie Health Spa’s Mom & Teen Week (June 14-21). In light of her appearance, Shailene recently shared her top beauty tips with me… Check it out!

What’s your at-home skin care routine?
I wash my face twice daily and change my pillow case every other night. This prevents oil build-up and, therefore, I have a cleaner, healthier face!

What exercises or outdoor activities do you like to do?
I love to hike, bike, run, jog, walk, and swim….pretty much anything that has to do with nature!

It’s hard to resist junk food, but what are some healthy food alternatives you like?

I absolutely adore Trader Joes. I can get cookies and candies without hydrogenated oils and without artificial flavors/colorings. If I feel the need to eat some chocolate, I have a sugar-free dairy free bar that completely fills my desires. I think it’s easy to not eat junk food, especially when some vegetables and fruits are just as sweet: such as raspberries and beets. When I feel like eating chips, instead of eating potato chips, I eat plantain chips… They are amazing!!!

With a busy schedule, what do you do to take time for yourself and relax?
I go in the Jacuzzi at night and stare at the stars, that always relaxes me.

How do you deal with the pressure of being in the spotlight?
There’s pressure to be a good role model. So I act 100% myself, because I think in order to inspire others, they have to see your true soul.

Did you always want to be an actress?
It was a hobby as a kid and turned into something real. I think of it as a passion and a love for the arts…. I adore acting.

What is your favorite memory with your (real-life) mom? Too many!
But we went to Las Vegas for my 13th birthday and saw Celine Dion. It was insane!

You’re graduating this year, what are your post-graduation summer plans?
Just working as of now, and college in the fall

What are you looking forward to at your time at Cal-a-Vie Health Spa?
I think it’ll be amazing to communicate with other teens and their mothers and hear others experiences and situations

To learn more about Mom & Teen Spa Week (or to make a reservation for the week, which’ll include amazing fashion shows, make-up lessons and skin care tips, dance classes, cooking demonstrations and nutrition lectures!), visit www.cal-a-vie.com!

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