She shot to international fame in 2001, starring alongside Tom Cruise in the film Vanilla Sky.Fast forward nearly three decades, and Penelope Cruz still looks as youthful as ever.On Wednesday, the actress, 52, made a dazzling appearance at the Los Angeles film premiere of her new movie, The Invite. Stepping out for the occasion, Penelope turned heads in a baby blue drop-wait maxi dress adorned with sequins on the bodice. The star, who made history as the first and only Spanish actress to win an Oscar, has had a career most actresses can only dream of – and has done it while continuing to look fresh and youthful, even with a buzzing career.So, what is the secret behind Penelope’s remarkable youthfulness? The Daily Mail reveals all. The secrets to Penelope Cruz’s youthful glow and incredible figure at 52 revealed after turning heads at the premiere of her new movie The Invite What is the secret behind Penelope’s remarkable youthfulness? The Daily Mail finds out She shot to international fame in 2001, starring alongside Tom Cruise in the film Vanilla SkyWhile she is known for her roles in hit movies such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Volver and Vicky Cristina Barcelona, Penelope is just as known for her fabulous skin.’I do dry body brushing every once in a while; it helps to eliminate toxins,’ she previously told Elle.Since 2012, the star has been a Lancome ambassador, which means she has an abundance of Lancôme makeup and skincare at her disposal.As for her daily skincare routine, she uses three main products: the Lancome Absolue Purifying Brightening Gel Cleanser followed by the Lancome Advanced Genifique Youth Activating serum.To finish off, she uses the Lancome Hydra Zen Moisturising and Soothing Cream both for day and night.When it comes to makeup, she embraces her natural skin, with her real freckles famously making an appearance on covers like Fotogramas and Vogue.She often keeps her beauty regimen simple, relying heavily on sun protection.However, she will at times use the Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation Stick and Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Concealer for her complexion. She follows up with the Lancome Blush Subtil Powder and Lancome Hypnose Drama Waterproof Full Impact Volume Mascara.She tops off her look with the Lancome La Nuit Tresor L’Eau de Parfum Spray. Her go-to makeup artist Pablo Iglesias, revealed that he will occasionally apply faux freckles as a trick to simulate a youthful, sun-kissed glow.’I like when a beauty brand wants to celebrate women rather than make them feel pressured,’ Penelope told Vogue. And she never forgets to take her makeup off, as she considers it one of her essential beauty rituals. Having grown up in her mother’s beauty salon, she prioritises diligent skincare and hydration to maintain her glowing complexion.Penelope has never confirmed having plastic surgery, but has spoken many times about wanting to age gracefully.She told The Independent: ‘When I’m 80, I want to look in the mirror and see an 80-year-old woman. ‘My grandmother had so many wrinkles and every wrinkle told a story. ‘I want to experience every year of my life for what it is. It doesn’t mean I am against somebody who does a little retouch or [has] plastic surgery. I don’t judge people who do it. I just don’t like how women complain about growing old.’However, she does frequently credit her youthful appearance to healthy Mediterranean habits. ‘I also drink gallons of water now, which is something I wasn’t doing,’ she told Elle When it comes to fitness, the actress is all about strength training and cardio, having trained as a ballet dancer for 17 yearsJoin the discussionDo you think Hollywood’s beauty standards pressure stars like Penelope Cruz to stay eternally youthful?What’s your view?When it comes to breakfast, she’ll have eggs, fruit, homemade cereals or spelt toast and sometimes celery juice.’We have lots of organic fruit and vegetables and free-range meat and fish,’ she said to Elle.’In our cupboards, we have quinoa, pasta, brown rice, coconut sugar, stevia and chocolate. I love eating healthily.’I don’t follow a particular diet, but I love organic, healthy food; my kids also eat this way.’She continued: ‘I try to avoid dairy and sugar, and I can’t eat gluten because I have a big intolerance.’I also drink gallons of water now, which is something I wasn’t doing.’ As for dinner, her typical meals include grilled salmon or chicken with quinoa and a colourful salad drizzled with olive oil. She also loves traditional Spanish staples like gazpacho.The actress also drinks plenty of water throughout the day and enjoys up to two cups of organic coffee with almond milk.’I barely drink alcohol, and I quit smoking years ago. I don’t miss that in my life,’ she told InStyle.She said that she used to smoke seven to eight cigarettes per day. Once she stopped for a bit, she really saw a difference in her skin and finally quit for good.When it comes to fitness, the actress is all about strength training and cardio, having trained as a ballet dancer for 17 years. She usually does an hour of resistance training and cardio, three to four times a week.Another form of exercise Penelope swears by and has spoken about in a few interviews is Bikram yoga, a form of hot yoga.’I do Bikram yoga, which has completely changed my body,’ she told InStyle.’You’re drenched in sweat throughout the entire class. It’s 90 minutes, but once you conquer 60, the last 30 gets easier.’Most importantly, the actress said she looks her best when she’s calm and not stressed.To do this, she makes sure to get enough sleep and practices Transcendental Meditation.She told Elle: ‘When I’m serene, relaxed, and present and I’m able to have gratitude for all that I have. That’s when beauty can be there. ‘Otherwise, it doesn’t matter what my hair looks like or what makeup I put on.’