Royal women have long been a source of beauty inspiration, blending tradition with modern elegance.

From red carpets to official portraits, their make-up choices exude grace, sophistication – and often a touch of glamour.

Here, we analyse eight stunning beauty looks from British royals – including Kate, Meghan, Sophie and Beatrice – accompanied by tips and tricks for easily recreating each one at home.

Whether it’s a signature bold lip, a radiant complexion or subtly defined eyes, these royal-approved styles offer endless inspiration for those who enjoy a touch of majesty in their routine.

Catherine

At the No Time To Die James Bond world film premiere, the Princess of Wales radiated old Hollywood glamour in a gold sequinned gown by Jenny Packham.

To complement the look, she opted for a sophisticated smoky eye, blending soft brown hues with black eyeliner and fluttery false lashes for added drama.

At the No Time To Die world film premiere, the Princess of Wales opted for a smoky eye, blending soft brown hues with black eyeliner and fluttery false lashes for added drama

Products and benefits

• Brown-toned eyeshadow makes green eyes pop
• Black eyeliner defines the eyes for a striking effect
• False lashes add volume and elongate the eyes
• Taupe blush and lipstick create a seamless, natural warmth
• Brushed-up brows give a youthful, fuller appearance

Recreate the look

Blend a matte brown eyeshadow into the crease, adding a touch of shimmer to the centre of the lid. 

Use a soft kohl liner for definition, smudging it for a softer effect, before applying false eyelashes.

Brush up brows to create a fuller appearance. 

Pair with a neutral-toned blush and lipstick, and complete with a polished updo.

Sophie

Attending dinner at the Royal Corps of Army Music dinner at Gibraltar Barracks in Camberley, Sophie exuded understated elegance in a shimmering dove grey Erdem gown, which she had worn on two other occasions. 

Her radiant make-up featured warm, glowing skin and neutral tones.

Attending dinner at the Gibraltar Barracks, Sophie exuded understated elegance; her radiant make-up featured warm, glowing skin and neutral tones

Products and benefits

• Shimmering beige eyeshadow brightens and opens up the eyes
• Dark mascara adds volume 
• Soft rose blush enhances natural radiance
• Berry pink lipstick adds a fresh, sophisticated touch

Recreate the look

Apply a luminous beige eyeshadow across the lids, layering mascara for a wide-eyed effect. 

Sweep a rosy blush onto the apples of the cheeks for a healthy glow, and finish with a berry-pink lip colour for a soft yet polished appearance. 

A voluminous blowdry with subtle waves adds a final touch of glamour.

Meghan

For the LA Children’s Hospital gala, Meghan showcased sleek simplicity in a scarlet Carolina Herrera dress.

Her make-up mirrored this minimal elegance, focusing on radiant skin and subtle enhancements.

For the LA Children’s Hospital gala, Meghan showcased her natural beauty

Products and benefits

• Full, well-groomed brows frame the face naturally
• Dark, fluttery lashes add subtle definition
• Flushed cheeks give a fresh, youthful glow
• ‘Like your lips but better’ lipstick enhances the natural lip colour

Recreate the look

Keep brows natural yet defined using a tinted gel or soft pencil. Curl lashes and apply lengthening mascara for a fluttery effect. 

Blend a cream blush onto the cheeks for a dewy finish, and choose a lip shade close to your natural colour for an effortless look. 

Let natural curls or soft waves enhance the barely-there aesthetic.

Eugenie 

One of Princess Eugenie’s most noteworthy red carpet appearances took place at Vogue World: London 2023.

She made a sartorial statement in an emerald Erdem gown, paired with dramatic make-up that drew attention to her eyes.

One of Princess Eugenie’s most noteworthy red carpet appearances took place at Vogue World: London 2023

Products and benefits

• Golden smoky eyeshadow complements green and hazel eyes
• Heavy-coated lashes intensify the gaze
• Minimal blush keeps the look modern and balanced
• Darker-hued lipstick enhances the lips while maintaining sophistication

Recreate the look

Blend a golden eyeshadow across the lid, deepening the outer corners with a darker shade for dimension. 

Apply multiple coats of volumising mascara for a bold lash effect. 

Keep blush minimal and opt for a deeper lip colour, such as a soft plum or muted berry. 

Tuck hair behind the ears to highlight drop earrings.

Beatrice

Attending Vogue World alongside her sister, Princess Beatrice embraced a classic yet modern beauty look, centred around a red lip. 

The bold shade contrasted beautifully with her minimal eye make-up and bloomy Richard Quinn dress.

Attending Vogue World alongside her sister, Princess Beatrice embraced a classic yet modern beauty look, centred around a bold red lip

Products and benefits 

• Bright red lipstick adds instant glamour and draws attention to the lips
• Mascara and subtle eyeliner define the eyes without overpowering the look
• Soft blush enhances the complexion with a natural flush
• Lighter concealer brightens the under-eye area, reducing signs of fatigue

Recreate the look

Choose a red lipstick with blue undertones for a classic finish. 

Keep eye make-up minimal by smudging brown eyeliner close to the lash line and finishing with lengthening mascara. 

Lightly sweep a soft pink or peach blush onto the cheeks for a fresh glow. 

Use a concealer a shade lighter than your skin tone under the eyes for a bright, well-rested look. 

Complete the style with a loose ponytail, letting chandelier earrings take centre stage.

Camilla 

For a state dinner at Château de Versailles in France, Queen Camilla embodied elegance in a Dior caped dress, perfectly complemented by a sophisticated look. 

Soft, creamy textures enhanced her natural glow, while carefully balanced tones created a refined yet striking effect. 

Soft, creamy textures enhanced Queen Camilla’s natural glow at a state dinner at Château de Versailles in France

Products and benefits

• Creamy blush and lipstick in rosy pink create a harmonious look
• A light dusting of bronzer gives a sun-kissed appearance
• Pressed glitter eyeshadow adds luminosity to the eyes
• Bold liquid eyeliner defines the eyes 
• Cream-based products enhance radiance and blend seamlessly for a smooth finish

Recreate the look

Add bronzer across the cheekbones and temples for a sun-kissed base. 

Use a cream blush in a soft rosy pink, blending it into the cheeks for a natural, lit-from-within glow. Apply a matching lipstick to keep the look cohesive. 

Sweep a golden eyeshadow across the lids, focusing on the inner corners for added brightness. 

Define the upper lash line with bold liquid eyeliner, keeping the lower waterline subtle with a fine, precise application. Top with one coat of mascara.

Zara

At a London film screening last year, Zara Tindall radiated glamour with a golden-toned make-up look that echoed the embellishments on her Rebecca Vallance dress.

Her approach balanced soft glamour with definition, creating a polished finish.

Zara Tindall’s look balanced soft glamour with definition, creating a polished finish 

Products and benefits

• Kohl eyeliner enhances the eyes
• Multiple coats of mascara create volume
• Subtle smoky eye with bright inner corners creates dimension 
• A hint of bronzer warms up the complexion 
• Nude glossy lips provide a natural finish

Recreate the look

Apply a warm-toned eyeshadow, deepening the outer corners while keeping the inner corners bright with a lighter shimmer. 

Line the eyes with kohl liner, smudging it slightly for a soft, blended effect. 

Layer mascara generously for lifted, voluminous lashes. 

Lightly dust bronzer along the cheekbones and temples for warmth, finishing with a glossy nude lip for a glowing appearance.

Sarah

At the Cannes Film Festival, the Duchess of York embraced full-on glamour, pairing a monochrome Safiyaa gown with a statement make-up look.

Emphasising structure and shimmer, Sarah created balance with a strong eye and neutral lip.

At the Cannes Film Festival, the Duchess of York embraced full-on glamour, pairing a monochrome Safiyaa gown with a statement make-up look

Products and benefits

• Heavily-lined eyes create a focal point
• Structured eyebrows frame the face 
• Glittering eyeshadow adds drama
• A touch of bronzer sculpts and warms up the complexion
• Nude lip balances the bold eye make-up while keeping the look elegant

Recreate the look

Use black eyeliner to define both the upper and lower lash lines, smudging slightly for a softer effect. 

Apply a shimmering eyeshadow to the lids, focusing on the centre for a luminous glow. 

Fill in brows with a precise pencil or powder to maintain a structured arch. 

Lightly contour with bronzer for added warmth.

Finish with a neutral nude lipstick to keep the attention on the eyes.