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Fans have coveted Meghan Markle's signature sparkle since well before she became a member of the royal family. Her dewy, radiant skin, charming freckles, and low key makeup looks have served as aspirational inspiration to many. If you're looking to add a royal touch to your own beauty kit, these are the duch*ess-approved products to add to your shopping list, ASAP.
LAMIK Beauty Revelation Brow Duo
When the duch*ess of Sussex made an appearance at the Annual Salute to Freedom Gala in November 2021, her longtimemakeup artist Daniel Martin reportedly used a brow duo from Black-owned brand Lamik Beauty to sculpt her full arches.
Danessa Myricks Beauty
Lightwork Volume III - Infinite Light Eye & Face Palette
In a departure from her usual defined eye makeup, Martin also used the Danessa Myricks Beauty Lightwork Palette to make the duch*ess's peepers pop thanks to a sweep of rich purple.
Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation
Martin told Allure in 2021 that his go-to foundation for Markle is the Dior Backstage Face & Body formulation, but that he only uses to spot cover, as opposed to applying it to her entire face.
The Serum Stick
Instead of using a cream highlighter, Daniel Martin created the otherworldly glow to complement the duch*ess of Sussex's red Carolina Herrera gown by mixing the Tatcha Serum Stick with a powder shadow from the aforementioned Danyssa Myricks Beauty palette.
OLIVIA PALERMO BEAUTY
Matte Lipstick - Rosebud
The rosewood hue that Markle wore to theAnnual Salute to Freedom Gala was in line with her penchant for a neutral nudey-pink, and as it happens, from the makeup line of one of her makeup artist's other clients: Olivia Palermo.
Tatcha
The Rice Polish Foaming Enzyme Powder
Perfect for oily, dry, or sensitive skin,this rice enzyme powderleaves Meghan's skin looking beautifully polished. "It just sort of foams on your face and gives you a really subtle exfoliation,"she toldAllureback in her Suits days.
Charlotte Tilbury
Matte Revolution Lipstick in Very Victoria
The celebrity makeup artist-craftedbeauty brand Charlotte Tilbury makes one of Meghan's favorite lipsticks, according toHello. Her preferred shade? "Very Victoria,"a taupe nude mattethat the princess-to-be reportedly wore for her engagement day photos.
Laura Mercier
Pure Canvas Primer
Back in 2017, Markle toldTodaythat she was a fan of the now-discontinuedLauraMercier Illuminating Primer, which she said she would wear in lieu of foundation on days when she wasn't on set.This new, revamped version from the brand offers the same light-reflecting properties that Markle loved for a dewy glow.
MAC
Eye Kohl in Teddy
Not only is this gold-flecked brown a favorite of Markle's, it's also a part of actress Sofia Vergara's smoky eyes. Meghan and Vergara both developed a love for the product thanks tomakeup artist Kayleen McAdams, who once counted them both as clients.
Diorshow Iconic Mascara
Meghan's eyes are one of her most famous features, and in order to accentuate them, she told Allure that sheswears by this Diorshow Iconic mascarato adds volume and definition to her lashes.
Maybelline Lash Sensational Washable Mascara
Now 25% off
For a more budget-friendly option, this drugstore option was apparently enough of a favorite of Maarkle's that she actually introduced makeup artist Lydia Sellers to it. "I keep it stocked in my kit now at all times thanks to her!" Sellers told Hello!"This mascara really helps to amplify your lashes and polish off the entire look."
RevitaLash Cosmetics
Advanced Eyelash Conditioner
Of course, mascara looks best when there are good lashes to work with underneath it. For fluttery fringe,Markle told Allure in 2017that she looks to thisserum to help condition and enhance the natural look of lashes.
Yves Saint Laurent
Touche Éclat All-Over Brightening Pen
Markle has lauded this cult-icon brightener as part of her "five-minute face." The sheer formula, available in more than a dozen shades, adds an instant dose of glow to skin without leaving behind glitter or shimmer.
Fresh
Sugar Advanced Therapy Treatment Lip Balm
To keep her lips ultra soft, Markle reportedly relies on this balm filled with jojoba, olive, and grape seed oils.
Armani Beauty
Luminous Silk Foundation
To achieve Meghan's smooth, glowing complexion while still showing off her famous freckles, her longtimemakeup artistLydia Sellers relied on a blend of two shades of this subtle, lightweight foundation.
NARS Blush in org*sm
Like many of us, Markle is apparently a devotee of this best-selling gold-dusted peachy-pink blush.
RMS Beauty
Magic Luminizer
Another glowifying favorite that Sellers used on Markle, this creamy highlighter's ultra-fine shimmer lends a natural-looking, spa-fresh shine.
Make Up For Ever
Ultra HD Microfinishing Pressed Powder
ThisMake Up For Ever HD powder—which helps smooth the overall look of the skin and minimize pores—is compact and great for travel. "It lets your skin look shiny and fresh, but not greasy-shiny,"Markle toldAllure.
Essie Nail Polish in Ballet Slippers
For a demure yet sophisticated manicure, this Essie shade is a royal go-to (it's rumored to be a favorite ofQueen Elizabeth)—no wonder Meghan reportedly sported it on her wedding day.
Handcraft Blends
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Now 32% off
Her sister-in-law Kate may be a fan of rosehip oil, but Meghan is a longtime fan of tea tree. "The one thing that I cannot live without when I'm traveling is a small container oftea tree oil," she told Allure. "It's not the most glamorous thing, but if you get a cut, a mosquito bite, a small breakout, no matter what it is, it's my little cure-all."
