Marg Helgenberger Shares Tips for Staying Stress-Free

Emmy Award–winning actress and mom Marg Helgenberger, 61, opens up about the wellness strategies that keep her calm, happy, and energized — no matter what comes her way!

Hanging up the phone with her son and daughter-in-law, Marg pets her pup, Henry. “I get such joy when I speak to them,” she says with a smile. “And from Henry too! He always makes me smile!”

For the Nebraska native, who has made a name for herself on TV shows like CSI, China Beach, and now the CBS hit All Rise, keeping that smile is key. In fact, while her new series took a hiatus due to COVID-19, Marg hunkered down at her California home to learn strategies for staying happy and calm.

“I try to be open-minded,” she says. “I like to be around people who care about me and others — that’s what life is all about!”

Here, Marg’s tips for a healthy body, mind and spirit!

Fountain of Youth: Small Acts of Self-Care

“The older I’ve gotten, the more I try to keep things simple”, Marg explains. So when she recently discovered Clarks slip-on shoes, she was hooked.

“They were $39 and super comfortable! They keep my feet happy.” Marg also embraces inexpensive beauty buys. “I love using Dr. Jart moisturizers, brighteners, and facial masks (Buy at Sephora) and adding Epsom salts to my bath to relax and ease body aches. A little self-care goes a long way!”

Radiance Secret: Collagen Powder

“I love Amandean Wild-Caught Fish Marine Collagen (Buy at Amandean, $41.95),” Marg shares. “One 17-oz. container lasts three months! I put it in my orange juice once a day, and it helps my hair, skin and nails look and feel great!”