As some of the most photographed people in the world, members of the Royal Family strive to look their best on every occasion.
They consult top beauty experts for product recommendations that maintain the health of their skin, promote a youthful glow and combat the signs of aging.
From a natural alternative to Botox to a moisturiser launched in 1930, we reveal the products they use to maintain their glow.
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream: £31
The Queen gave Elizabeth Arden her Royal Warrant and reportedly used the £31 Eight Hour Cream twice a day to keep her skin moisturised and hydrated.
An expert at dressing in blocks of colour, the late Queen Elizabeth also boasted a radiant complexion.
The late Queen Elizabeth, an expert in combining colours for her clothes, also had a radiant complexion.
Despite some mystery surrounding her skincare choices, she is thought to have favoured Elizabeth Arden’s Eight Hour Cream, which costs £31.
This multi-purpose product, launched in 1930, is said to be sold every 30 seconds worldwide.
The Queen gave Elizabeth Arden her Royal Warrant and reportedly used the cream twice a day to keep her skin moisturized and hydrated.
Princess Diana used the same moisturizer to prevent chapped lips.
In his shocking memoir, Spare, Prince Harry revealed that he used his mother’s favourite moisturiser in an unexpected area.
During his 2011 expedition to the North Pole with wounded Afghanistan veterans, Harry said he suffered frostbite in his nether regions.
“My penis oscillated between extremely sensitive and almost traumatized,” he wrote.
“I had been trying a few home remedies, including one recommended by a friend. She had insisted I apply Elizabeth Arden cream.”
Interestingly, the famous moisturizer she used was the same one Princess Diana used for her chapped lips.
“My mother used that on her lips,” he recalled.
In his explosive memoir, Spare, Prince Harry revealed that he used his mother’s favourite moisturiser in an unexpected area.
Biotulin Supreme Skin Gel: £52.50
Meghan Markle, Kate Middleton, Queen Letizia of Spain and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands all share a preference for Biotulin Supreme Skin Gel.
Billed as a “natural alternative to Botox,” the product claims to reduce wrinkles for up to nine hours.
German cosmetics company Biotulin NBC Universal offered Meghan $5 million for a five-second video featuring its Botox gel on Suits.
Kate’s makeup artist Carl Ray revealed that Biotulin gel, priced at £52.50, is among her essential anti-ageing products.
Karl Lagerfeld, who famously said “I would never inject poison into my face,” is said to have personally recommended the advice to Kate.
Biotulin Supreme Skin Gel, which costs £52.50, is a favourite of Meghan Markle, Kate Middleton, Queen Letizia of Spain and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands.
German cosmetics company Biotulin NBC Universal offered a fee of $5 million for a five-second appearance by Meghan with its Botox gel on Suits.
In a 2016 interview with Boulevard magazine, Queen Letizia of Spain’s sister Telma Ortiz Rocasolano revealed that the 51-year-old Queen does not inject herself with Botox.
Instead, the secret to her perfect complexion is Biotulina.
According to the manufacturer, an ingredient derived from the paracress plant acts as an herbal local anesthetic, reducing muscle contractions and visibly diminishing fine wrinkles.
Queen Letizia of Spain uses Biotulin to maintain a youthful appearance
Rodial 24K Gold Ultimate Cream with Bee Venom and Placenta: £750 (reduced to £95)
Bee venom, vitamin C and placenta protein are present in Rodial’s signature cream, promising to promote a youthful complexion.
But perhaps it was the flecks of 24-carat gold, which instantly boost radiance, that drew Catherine, Princess of Wales, 42, to the product.
Potential customers will be pleased to know that this cream is currently reduced in price from £750 to £95, a saving of 87 per cent.
Bee venom, vitamin C and placenta protein go into Rodial’s signature cream, which costs £750 and promises to promote a youthful complexion.
Perhaps the 24-carat gold flecks, which instantly boost radiance, were what drew Catherine, Princess of Wales, 42, to the product.
Ole Henriksen Banana Bright Eye Cream: £38
Australian-born Queen Mary of Denmark, 52, is an avid supporter of Danish skincare brand Ole Henriksen.
She even invited the expert, known for his vitamin C-enriched products, to her residence, she previously revealed.
‘Based on his interest in several of my products, he invited me to his residence.
“I found her incredibly warm, personable and extremely beautiful. I was mesmerized by her beautiful smile and her stunning sense of style,” he recalled.
Ole Henriksen’s Banana Bright Eye Creme, £38, works to brighten and strengthen natural collagen with its added vitamin C.
Henriksen focuses on the eyes as the most important area of the face to treat, as they require “special attention” in any skin care regimen.
‘Try to use creams that have been proven to hydrate and firm to improve the elasticity of your skin, and always make this the last step in your routine,’ she said.
‘Nothing does it better than our Banana Bright Eye Creme, £38, which works to brighten and boost natural collagen with its added vitamin C – it’s makeup and eye care in one jar!’
Australian-born Queen Mary of Denmark is a big fan of Danish skincare brand Ole Henriksen.
Heaven by Deborah Mitchell Silky Skin Effect Bee Cream – £39
Deborah Mitchell’s famous bee venom facials, said to cost more than £300, have won fans including Queen Camilla and Kate Middleton.
Inspired by the success of her facial treatments, Deborah launched her own skincare brand, Heaven, featuring products enriched with hyaluronic acid and bee venom.
Camilla, 76, reportedly likes the £39 Silk Skin Bee Bee Cream for its ability to give her skin a subtle glow.
Deborah Mitchell, 39,’s Silk Skin Bee Bee Cream is inspired by her famous bee venom facials.
Queen Camilla is said to prefer Silk Skin Bee cream for its subtle glow.
